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Funeral directors in Morecambe

Our local funeral directors in Morecambe are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
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Serving the Morecambe area

Our funeral directors in Morecambe are Preston Ireland Bowker, on Sefton Road at the corner with Westminster Road. Whatever shape the day takes, your family will be looked after with the same warmth and care. When you're ready, you'll sit down with one of our team, talk about the person you've lost, and take each decision in turn. The team here is experienced and part of the town. Call our funeral home in Morecambe and tell us what you have in mind.

Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Morecambe or an unattended funeral in Morecambe, and help you choose memorials in Morecambe when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in Lancashire.

Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors, Morecambe branch

Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors, Morecambe

We are situated on Sefton Road, Morecambe on the corner of Westminster Road.

Our services

These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.

Total price: £4,127

Attended funeral

A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
Our support and services
£2,995
  • A Basic Coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
  • A traditional hearse
  • Care in our first class facilities
Estimated third-party costs
£1,132
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£4,127

Optional extras:

  • Flowers
  • Printed orders of service
  • Memorials
  • Limousines and other transport options

Total price: £1,745

Unattended funeral

A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
Our support and services
£1,745
  • A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
  • Care in our first class facilities
  • A cremation without a ceremony or mourners present
Total estimated cost
£1,745

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

How do funeral costs vary?

The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.

Our prices include all the essentials

The prices you see on each branch's Price List are our lowest for each type of funeral. They include caring for the person who's died, a simple coffin, and the cremation or burial. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.

What affects the cost?

You can choose to add a personal touch, such as a unique coffin, flowers, your choice of transport, a printed order of service or a memorial. There might be additional costs depending on the type of funeral you choose, or what you require. You can find out additional costs by looking at Additional Options Price Lists on each branch's webpage.

01524 415787
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Trusted by families in Morecambe

Rated 5 / 5 based on 16 reviews.

Rated 5 / 5

The team in Morecambe took my dad into their care. From our very first contact, James was so empathetic and made us feel in safe and loving hands. Everything was made simple and clear for us while they helped to plan our special goodbye for dad. Nothing was too much trouble. They recommended a celebrant who was perfect. Dad was treated with such deep respect, especially in the Chapel of Rest. Alex, funeral director, on the day of dad’s cremation, managed all elements perfectly - beautiful and dignified. All the team who dealt with us went way beyond my expectations. Thank you all.

Jackie Bennett Shaw, 12 April 2026

Rated 5 / 5

Well organised, kind and helpful staff, a beautiful service from start to finish

Kay Chisholm, 9 February 2026

Rated 5 / 5

Preston Ireland Bowker provided a truly wonderful service. This made a sad and difficult time that much more bearable. Thank you. Richard.

Richard Farnham, 12 March 2025

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