John Garside & Son Funeral Directors, Congleton

John Garside & Son Funeral Directors are here to support you if a loved one has just passed away and you need help arranging the funeral. We offer a range of funerals to suit your needs. You can find out more below or give us a call to discuss.
BASED ON 10 reviews
Rating 5.0

About our Congleton funeral home

We are John Garside & Son Funeral Directors in Congleton. We want nothing more than to make a difficult time a little easier for you and your family. By giving you our support, guidance and uncompromising compassion, we will make sure you loved one's funeral pays tribute to their life, celebrating in a way that is special to them.

We understand how important it is to get things right when it comes to saying farewell to those we love, so we endeavour to meet every request that you have, no matter how small the detail. We specialise in all kinds of funerals, faiths, cultures and personal preferences, from traditional religious services to colourful woodland burials.

You can depend on our caring and dedicated team to take care of everything for you. Please call us at any hour; we are here for you every step of the way.

Our Unattended funeral is available for £995., without compromising on the quality of the service that is delivered. Or our Attended funeral can be tailored however you wish, whether that be a traditional ceremony or a colourful celebration of life, and is available from £1,995. No matter which funeral service is chosen, we treat all the families and loved ones in our care with the utmost respect and care.

Call us today on 01260 298829 to talk through your personal requirements.

What we offer

  • Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
  • Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
  • Local expertise and knowledge
  • Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
  • Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
  • Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
  • Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
  • Memorials and tributes
  • Prepaid funeral plans
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Funeral Services with distinction

We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UK's finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.

Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
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99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
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97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.

Our funeral services

With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.

If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.

View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.
  • The Unattended Funeral

    We will help you arrange a simple funeral consisting of a direct cremation without mourners present.
    Our Unattended Funeral allows friends and family to commemorate your loved one in their own way. Our expert funeral directors will provide all necessary care, while offering advice and support every step of the way. A cremation will then be carried out without mourners present, overseen by one of our qualified attendants.
    Find out more
    From
    £1,050
    (Includes cost of cremation).
    (Includes cost of cremation).
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    The Unattended Funeral

    We will help you arrange a simple funeral consisting of a direct cremation without mourners present.
    From
    £1,050
    (Includes cost of cremation).
    (Includes cost of cremation).
    Our Unattended Funeral allows friends and family to commemorate your loved one in their own way. Our expert funeral directors will provide all necessary care, while offering advice and support every step of the way. A cremation will then be carried out without mourners present, overseen by one of our qualified attendants.
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  • The Attended Funeral

    A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.
    Our expert team will take care of your loved one with the utmost dignity and respect, while we help arrange a personalised funeral with any additional services you wish.
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    From
    £2395
    plus £1219 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
    plus £1219 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
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    The Attended Funeral

    A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.
    From
    £2395
    plus £1219 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
    plus £1219 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
    Our expert team will take care of your loved one with the utmost dignity and respect, while we help arrange a personalised funeral with any additional services you wish.
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Where to find us

Address

Mountbatten House
Stonehouse Green
Congleton CW12 1DF
GB

Directions and Parking

We are on the corner of Mountbatten Way and Stonehouse Green.

There is a car park you can use behind our funeral home.

Funeral Home Opening Times

Outside of normal hours, visits can be made by appointment only.
Day of the WeekHours
Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

24 Hour Availability

Outside of our funeral home’s opening times, we are available 24 hours a day by phone.
Call 24 hours on 01260 298829

Frequently asked questions

  • When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.


  • You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.


  • Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.


  • If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.


  • Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.


Reviews of our services

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Rating 5.0
based on 10 reviews
Rating 5.0
Very caring people, carried out all of my wishes and were always on the end of the phone, as a 'family' we have used Garside's since early 1900's. the two ladys at Congleton were Excellent 'C & J' thank you.
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you for entrusting us with the care of another loved one.It means a great deal when people take the time to share their experience and to highlight individuals in the team who have made a difference.
Rating 5.0
From our first contact with Claire to the last moment when I collected Dad's Ashes the team at Garsides could not have been more kind and considerate . Nothing was too much trouble throughout the planning and refining of the service . . I cannot fault the team and we thank them very much for guiding and supporting us through this sad journey .
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time. It is always good to hear that individual members of our team have provided a service to you to the best of their ability. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Rating 5.0
A huge thank you to Andy and the team at Garsides in Congleton for all your efforts in arranging my fathers funeral. From initial enquiry, first meeting and arranging all the details and through to the actual day, the team were incredible. They really helped to take all stresses and pressure away during such a difficult time. Andy in particular walked us through every step in a compassionate way and was adaptable to our bespoke requests and was always on hand to answer any of our questions.
Thank you again!

C Wilson
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you so much for this lovely review which means all the more at this very challenging time. The team are working very hard to ensure that each family receives outstanding care and I am so glad their dedication has given you the service you needed.
Rating 5.0
I would like to thank all the staff at John Garside & Son who helped arrange my father’s funeral. In particular I’d like to thank Claire & Sandra. Claire for her supportive and patient approach while we made the arrangements, including a late date change due to a Covid case in a close family member. And Sandra, our Funeral Director on the day, who ensured the day went so well and without a hitch. Overall, a thoroughly professional and supportive service which made a difficult time as easy as possible.
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you for your comments left as part of your online review. I am glad that our team were there to guide you through the arrangements for your loved one at such a difficult time, your kind words mean a great deal to the team who always work very hard to deliver great care.
Rating 5.0
John Garside and Son provided a friendly and professional service from start to finish. We took advantage of the recording of the service as some family could not attend from abroad this was really helpful and of great comfort. The office staff were professional and friendly and maintained a sense of humour throughout.
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
We understand how important it is to keep families informed and I'm pleased that our team did exactly that for you, The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Rating 5.0
Very Professional and caring especially Clair at the Congleton office,
Can not praise John Garside & Son enough for there Professionalism in all aspects of the Funeral.
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you for your kind comments posted on your online review. I am glad that you found our staff to be informative and reliable and our staff went above and beyond to deliver the service you expected.
Rating 5.0
We had a funeral plan in place for my father which made the exercise easier at a time of high emotion and stress. Even so there were things to arrange and plan and the staff at both Congleton and Biddulph (Clare and Sandra) could not have been more helpful. They were with us, calmly and kindly helping us, every step of the way from our first contact on the day my father died, then with making arrangements for the service, and on the day of the funeral itself. Since then they have assisted us with matters such as the inscribing and replacing of the headstone. Nothing can take away the grief when someone dies but they can take away much of the stress and worry about the funeral arrangements. I would definitely recommend John Garside & Son and am glad that my own and my husband's funeral plans are with them.
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
I am glad that you chose John Garside & Son to look after your loved one. It makes a difficult time seem a little easier and I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected.
Rating 5.0
Very caring and considerate before hand. Very professional during the funeral and showed genuine compassion and concern for the families welfare afterwards.
I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you for posting your online review. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful and that the service was carried out to your satisfaction.
Rating 5.0
At this devastating time I was treated with the utmost respect and dignity by Claire at Congleton branch and everyone I spoke to. The funeral director and bearers on the day were most professional and sympathetic and helped make the day special and memorable .Nothing was ever a problem and the service sheets were beautiful .Thank you all .
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you for taking the time to complete the online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time and that the service was carried out to your satisfaction.
Rating 5.0
I cannot praise John Garside & Son Funeral Directors enough for the service they have provided our family. From the beginning to the end they have made sure that they accommodated all of our needs and gone the extra mile with everything.

They make you feels comfortable, and were extremely supportive throughout.

Sandra the manager called me just to make sure I was okay - not to discuss the funeral. And I genuinely thought this was a lovely and kind thing to do, just to check we was all okay! and Claire ensured that all our needs were also met throughout.

The price was extremely competitive and went out of the way to get flowers for us that nobody else could.

From my family and myself - A huge thank you to you all!
Response from John Garside & Son Funeral Directors
Thank you for taking the time to send us your online review. Your feedback is always valuable to us. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.
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