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Discover funeral directors located in Shildon. See pricing details and information regarding the inclusions offered. Also opening hours and contact details. Find comprehensive details below of NAFD & SAIF approved funeral directors.

All Funeral Directors in Shildon operate 24 hours 7 days a week for emergencies this includes bank holidays.

You can use public transportation to reach Pennington Funeral Services, Co Op Funeralcare Shildon, Co Op Funeralcare Newton Aycliffe, Co Op Funeralcare Bishop Auckland. See the following link to find parking:

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Shildon is a town in County Durham, England, known for its railway heritage. The town is home to the Locomotion Railway Museum, which showcases the history of railways and houses historic locomotives. Shildon was also the birthplace of Timothy Hackworth, a prominent engineer in the early railway industry. With a population of 9,908 people.

Within a 5 - 10 mile radius there are around 12 Funeral Directors in Shildon On this page we have listed 4 of the best funeral undertakers near you.

The typical cost of funerals in Shildon typically sits around £2500 up to £4500 with burial constituting 19% and cremation accounting for 81% of the amount of funerals taking place in Shildon. However, the actual expense for a family can vary based on specific requirements and choices. For instance, if a family prefers a local celebrant, such as 'Unique Celebrant Ceremonies' found on thecelebrantdirectory.co.uk, rather than a minister or pastor, the cost would be higher.

When calculating the overall expenses of a funeral, it is important to take into account the additional cost of funeral flowers. Local florists like Laura K Floral Design (Located on , SHILDON DL4, County Durham) or Lou's Blooms (Phone number 07593 578 788) typically charge approximately between £80 up to £451 for funeral flower arrangements.

Funeral directors such as Rosy (Shildon), Pennington Funeral Services and Co Op Funeralcare Shildon all offer funeral plans as an intermediary (reseller) for funeral plan providers such as Golden Charter and Golden leaves in Shildon. In 2024 ‘Rosy Funeral Plans’ will be launched by Rosy to help bring more variety of choices for bereaved families in Shildon.

Within 10 Miles off Shildon there are 3 crematoriums offering a variety of services such as direct and traditional cremation. The 3 main crematoriums frequently used by funeral undertakers in Shildon: Wear Valley Crematorium, Durham Crematorium, Darlington Crematorium, which could potentially be your loved one's final resting place. While you have the freedom to choose your preferred crematorium, it's advisable to consult with your local funeral director. Their expertise will be valuable, especially considering that crematoriums availability can often be unpredictable and busy. See the list of crematoriums in the area:

Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon DL14 8NR Phone: 01388 722606 with a fee of approximately £950 for a cremation. With an average wait time of 15 days. Durham Crematorium, South Road DH1 3TQ Phone: 0191 384 8677 with a fee of approximately £781 for a cremation. With an average wait time of 19 days. Darlington Crematorium, Carmel Road North DL3 8RY Phone: 01325 388576 with a fee of approximately £858 for a cremation. With an average wait time of 16 days.

In the event of a death at a care home, your local funeral director is responsible for collecting the deceased and transporting them to their funeral home with care. According to the Office for National Statistics, approximately 23 % of all deaths in Shildon take place in care homes such as Redworth House Care Home or Holly Lodge Care Home. At Rosy, we offer prompt collection services for your loved one, irrespective of the care home where the passing occurred. For immediate assistance, please contact us at 0800 260 6922.