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Compare our funeral services
We have 4 types of funeral: essential, tailored, direct cremation and direct burial. This page explains the differences between them, to help you choose the right funeral for you and the person who has died.
Compare our funeral services
We have 4 types of funeral: essential, tailored, direct cremation and direct burial. This page explains the differences between them, to help you choose the right funeral for you and the person who has died.
All Co-op funerals include:
- us bringing the person who has died into our care and caring for them until the day of the funeral
- essential care and preparation of the person who has died
- help completing all necessary paperwork and liaising with third parties on your behalf
- support, advice and guidance from our team of experienced professionals
Our funerals
The first thing we'll do is listen to understand what you’re looking for, then work with you to make the funeral just right. You can choose whatever type of funeral that works best for you, whether it’s a simple funeral or something more personalised.
Use the table below to compare the key features of our funerals.
| Direct cremation or burial | Essential funeral | Tailored funeral | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview of this funeral | An unattended burial or cremation with no mourners present | A simple low-cost attended funeral, with some restrictions | A bespoke funeral where you can decide exactly what’s included |
| How much does this funeral cost? (not including third party fees) | £995 in England, Wales and Scotland*. Price excludes costs for doctors certificates, if required, these will be at an additional fee of £82 | £1,895 in England and Wales and £1,675 in Scotland | As this funeral is tailored to you, the price will depend on the choices you make |
| Can I visit the person who has died in the chapel of rest? |
|
By appointment during office hours |
By appointment 7 days a week 9am-8pm |
| Will I be able to choose the date and time of the funeral? |
|
you can choose a time and date from a list of choices offered by your funeral director |
A mutually agreed date and time for the funeral |
| The funeral service | No service - you can choose to celebrate the person’s life at a time and place that’s best for you | A service at one location only: the crematorium or graveside | Your choice of venues for both the service and the committal - these can be at different locations if you wish |
| Coffin | Basic coffin only | Basic coffin only | Your choice of coffin from our extensive coffin range |
| Vehicle on day of the funeral | A suitable vehicle of our choice | Our choice of ceremonial vehicle | Your choice of ceremonial vehicle |
| The cortege route | We’ll travel directly to the crematorium or burial ground, within 20 miles of the arranging funeral home | We’ll travel directly to the crematorium or burial ground, within 20 miles of the arranging funeral home and meet you there | We’ll take a route of your choice to pass any special places |
| Personalising the funeral | No options to personalise | There are some restrictions. We’re unable to arrange additional choices for you, such as flowers and stationery. However it does give you the flexibility and freedom to organise these services yourself, if you’d like to include them for the funeral. | You’re able to personalise all aspects of the funeral and we’ll fully support you in making individual choices for a unique ceremony. We’ll arrange all additional items on your behalf such as flowers and stationery. |
| Overview of this funeral | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | An unattended burial or cremation with no mourners present |
| Essential funeral | A simple low-cost attended funeral, with some restrictions |
| Tailored funeral | A bespoke funeral where you can decide exactly what’s included |
| How much does this funeral cost? (not including third party fees) | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | £995 in England, Wales and Scotland*. Price excludes costs for doctors certificates, if required, these will be at an additional fee of £82 |
| Essential funeral | £1,895 in England and Wales and £1,675 in Scotland |
| Tailored funeral | As this funeral is tailored to you, the price will depend on the choices you make |
| Can I visit the person who has died in the chapel of rest? | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial |
|
| Essential funeral |
By appointment during office hours |
| Tailored funeral |
By appointment 7 days a week 9am-8pm |
| Will I be able to choose the date and time of the funeral? | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial |
|
| Essential funeral |
you can choose a time and date from a list of choices offered by your funeral director |
| Tailored funeral |
A mutually agreed date and time for the funeral |
| The funeral service | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | No service - you can choose to celebrate the person’s life at a time and place that’s best for you |
| Essential funeral | A service at one location only: the crematorium or graveside |
| Tailored funeral | Your choice of venues for both the service and the committal - these can be at different locations if you wish |
| Coffin | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | Basic coffin only |
| Essential funeral | Basic coffin only |
| Tailored funeral | Your choice of coffin from our extensive coffin range |
| Vehicle on day of the funeral | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | A suitable vehicle of our choice |
| Essential funeral | Our choice of ceremonial vehicle |
| Tailored funeral | Your choice of ceremonial vehicle |
| The cortege route | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | We’ll travel directly to the crematorium or burial ground, within 20 miles of the arranging funeral home |
| Essential funeral | We’ll travel directly to the crematorium or burial ground, within 20 miles of the arranging funeral home and meet you there |
| Tailored funeral | We’ll take a route of your choice to pass any special places |
| Personalising the funeral | |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation or burial | No options to personalise |
| Essential funeral | There are some restrictions. We’re unable to arrange additional choices for you, such as flowers and stationery. However it does give you the flexibility and freedom to organise these services yourself, if you’d like to include them for the funeral. |
| Tailored funeral | You’re able to personalise all aspects of the funeral and we’ll fully support you in making individual choices for a unique ceremony. We’ll arrange all additional items on your behalf such as flowers and stationery. |
*Cost of direct cremation in Glasgow is £799
Choosing the right funeral option
If you can’t decide which funeral suits your needs, or you’d simply prefer to speak to someone, contact your local funeral director. Our experienced colleagues will listen to make sure the choices you make are the ones right for you and your family.
Find out more about our funerals
How much does a funeral cost?
Funeral costs vary depending on where you live in the UK, and the choices you make for the funeral. Use our funeral cost calculator to find out how much a funeral might cost at your local Co-op funeral home.
Remembering your loved ones
What to expect when arranging a funeral
The arrangement appointment
After you’ve been in touch because someone has died, your funeral director will make an appointment with you to start the funeral arrangements. This appointment can be on the phone or in the funeral home, whichever is easiest for you.
We’ll listen to you
Our colleagues want to help you arrange a funeral that feels right. They’ll ask you about the person who died and you can tell us any ideas you have for the funeral. You only have to talk about them if you feel comfortable, we’ll be guided by you.
We’ll then talk you through some decisions you’ll need to make, help with any paperwork and let you know if there’s anything else you need to do.
We’ll be clear about all the costs
We will always be open and clear about our prices and any third party costs. Once you’ve made some decisions about the funeral you’ll be given an estimate. We’ll talk you through your financial options, different ways to pay and when payments need to be made.
You’ll be asked to pay a 50% deposit within 48 hours of the arrangement meeting. Direct cremations must be paid in full.
We’ll be there for you all the way through
Our team will support you from the moment you get in touch with us, through all the arrangements, the day of the funeral and even afterwards.
Legal experts from Co-op Legal Services can also help to check if you need probate. If you have any questions, just ask, we’re here to help.
We're in the heart of your communities, towns and cities from Bristol to Cardiff, Sheffield to Aberdeen and Edinburgh.
If you'd like more information on what to expect at arrangement appointment, see our step by step guide on how to arrange a funeral.