W S Harrison & Son Funeral Directors
About us
We were founded in 1920 by William Samuel Harrison, and we have been serving the local community in Newcastle Upon Tyne ever since.
We are fully committed to providing a bespoke service with kindness, compassion and respect. We are known for our consistently high standards of funeral care and facilities, operating from our five funeral homes throughout the city.
W S Harrison & Son Funeral Directors is now managed by the fourth generation of the Harrison family. To this day we continue to listen carefully to your requests, helping you to plan the perfect farewell for your loved one, honouring their memory in a meaningful way.
Our locations
Gosforth
155-159 Salters Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4HJ
Benton
53-55 Station Road, Benton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 8AQ
Newcastle
St Marks House, Shields Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 2UD
Whitley Bay
17 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay, NE26 3HL
Gosforth
155-159 Salters Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4HJ
Benton
53-55 Station Road, Benton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 8AQ
Newcastle
St Marks House, Shields Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 2UD
Whitley Bay
17 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay, NE26 3HL
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs 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.
Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
Head Office
4 King Edwards Court,
King Edward Square,
Sutton Coldfield,
West Midlands, B73 6AP
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