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Funeral directors in Ormskirk

Our local funeral directors in Ormskirk are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
01695 572997
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Serving the Ormskirk area

Our funeral directors in Ormskirk are on Derby Street West, close to the town centre. It is often the smallest things that bring the most comfort: a piece of music they loved, flowers cut from their own garden. You'll sit down with us when you're ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and go through the choices one at a time. Our team here is experienced and part of the town. Speak to our funeral home in Ormskirk and tell us what you'd like.

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

Hunters Funeral Directors, Ormskirk branch

Hunters Funeral Directors, Ormskirk

We are located on Derby Street West, near to the town centre. There is a paid car park opposite the branch.

Our services

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

Total price: £3,984

Attended funeral

A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
Our support and services
£2,795
  • 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
£1,189
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£3,984

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.

01695 572997
Lines open 24 hours a day
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Trusted by families in Ormskirk

Rated 5 / 5 based on 45 reviews.

Rated 5 / 5

A truly comforting and personal experience.

I cannot thank Louise, Rachel, Deb and the entire team at Hunters, enough for their exceptional care of our family during such a difficult time. From our very first phone call, we felt they were totally there for us and right from our first meeting, they were incredibly warm, friendly, and compassionate.

Navigating the loss of our dad had been incredibly overwhelming, but they have gently guided us through every hard decision with patience and grace and we also felt they cared for Dad so well. They truly listened to who our dad was and helped us create a service that felt deeply personal and reflective of his life.

If you are looking for a team that treats your family like their own and handles every detail with dignity, we highly recommend Hunters as they brought us immense comfort when we needed it most.

Angela Shaw, 5 October 2026

Rated 5 / 5

I’ve been very pleased with the service from Hunters. From the start every option has been fully explained, with our questions and wishes taken seriously and thoughtfully. The process of laying my mum to rest has been made easier by their kindness and compassion.

I would highly recommend them.

susan charles, 30 August 2026

Rated 5 / 5

I In addition to our previous review, we would also like to thank Debs for her professionalism, kindness, patience, and the time she dedicated to helping us organise the order of service for Mum's funeral. During such a difficult time, her support and attention to detail were greatly appreciated. She made the process much easier for our family, and we are truly grateful for everything she did.

Janice Bleasdale, 7 August 2026

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