John Brierley & Son Funeral Directors
- 440 Buxton Road, Stockport, Cheshire, SK2 7JB
- 0161 483 0860
Funeral directors in Stockport
Our local funeral directors in Stockport are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
S. P. Astley Funeral Directors
- 15 Rupert Street, Reddish, Stockport, Cheshire, SK5 7AP
- 0161 241 9777
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Guiding families with compassion for over 200 years
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Serving communities from 558 branches, UK-wide
From plans to probate
Expert support with funeral services, memorials and more
Serving the Stockport area
Our funeral directors in Stockport work from two funeral homes, among them S P Astley, serving the town and the villages out towards the hills. However you'd like to say goodbye, the same care goes into every part of it. You'll sit down with us when you feel ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and take the choices one at a time. Our Stockport funeral directors are experienced and know the area well. Speak to one of our funeral homes here and tell us what you have in mind.
Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Stockport or an unattended funeral in Stockport, and help you choose memorials in Stockport when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in Cheshire.
Arranging a funeral in Stockport
What to do when someone dies
The first steps after a death, in order – the medical certificate, registering, calling a funeral director and dealing with the estate, with timings.
How to register a death
How to register a death in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: the deadline, where to go, who can do it, what to take and the certificate you receive.
Our services
Funeral with a ceremony
A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
- Included:Burial or cremation, with unlimited guests
- Included:A Basic coffin and hearse included, or the option to choose something more personal.
- Included:Care in our first class facilities
Funeral without a ceremony
A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
- Included:Cremation only
- Included:A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin
- Included:Ashes returned in simple container
How much does a funeral cost?
The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. 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. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.
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. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.
Your local funeral director will be able to talk you through your options and give you an idea of costs.
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FAQs
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Advice and guidance
Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.
What to do when someone dies
The first steps after a death, in order – the medical certificate, registering, calling a funeral director and dealing with the estate, with timings.
Choosing a funeral director
What to look for when comparing funeral directors – local availability, itemised pricing, the care given to the person who has died, and how well they listen.
Types of funeral
The types of funeral to choose between – burial or cremation, religious or not, ceremony or none – and how each can still be personal.
How to reduce funeral costs
Five practical ways to bring a funeral bill down, who is responsible for paying it, and why a cheaper funeral need not be a lesser one.
Questions to ask a funeral director
Fourteen questions worth asking before you appoint a funeral director – on costs, care, personalisation and paperwork – and what the answers tell you.
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