Rated 4.5/5

Williams & Bell Funeral Directors

16 Chester Road, Whitby, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 6RU
0151 355 6128
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Williams & Bell Funeral Directors branch on Chester Road, Whitby, Ellesmere Port.

About our Whitby branch

We've been caring for the people of Whitby for over 100 years. At Williams & Bell Funeral Directors, previously W. Williams & Son, we know that every detail matters.

From handling the paperwork to advising on the little touches that make the day feel right, we’re here to support you.

With clear pricing and options to fit your needs and budget, we will guide you through every decision with care and compassion, at a pace that feels right for you.

If you are weighing up the options, we can explain the difference between an attended funeral in Ellesmere Port and an unattended funeral in Ellesmere Port. There are more of our funeral directors in Cheshire nearby.

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Local teams

Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding

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  • 16 Chester Road, Whitby, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 6RU
    • Office opening hours:

      Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

Our services

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

Total price: £4,201

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
£1,206
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£4,201

Optional extras:

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

Total price: £1,645

Unattended funeral

A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
Our support and services
£1,645
  • 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
£1,645

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

The final price depends on what you choose

Your local funeral director will be happy to talk through the options and help you understand costs. You can also view our Standardised price list, Additional options price list and Crematoria prices

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Add a personal touch

A woven willow coffin outdoors, topped with pink roses and green foliage.

Coffins and urns

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

Floral tribute

Floral tributes

Whether you prefer a simple bouquet, wreath, spray or coffin display we are here to help you with your decision

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Service stationary

From a printed order of service to bookmarks and memorial cards, we can help you create stationery that reflects the occasion.

Our facilities

At our branch we can offer the following facilities

  • Included:

    Wash and dress

    Access to facilities for ritual washing and dressing, allowing families to care for the person who has died in line with their faith and traditions, with support from our experienced team.

  • Included:

    Multi-faith chapel of rest

    Our Chapel of Rest provides a peaceful space where you can spend time with the person who has died and say goodbye in your own way, with compassionate support from our team if needed.

  • Included:

    A choice of transport

    We offer a choice of traditional and bespoke funeral transport, allowing families to personalise the funeral and celebrate their loved one in a way that feels right for them.

  • Included:

    A truly local service

    As part of the local community, we have trusted connections with local florists, celebrants, venues and places of worship. This local knowledge helps us make arrangements smoothly, while creating a funeral that reflects the life of the person who has died.

Reviews for Williams & Bell Funeral Directors

Rated 4.68 / 5 based on 40 reviews.

Rated 5/5

I had my lovely Dad cremated by Williams & Bell in Whitby. I dealt with Christine & Glen mainly for the service & had Chris for my Celebrant, I cannot thank you all enough for the kindness shown and also the follow up concern and treating my wonderful Dad with the upmost respect and dignity he merited! Thank you all so much you again you made the day so much nicer and I felt he had the amazing send off he deserved!! It was a good day although extremely sad. 💔😢🤗

Sarah Delaney-Jones, 18 September 2026

Rated 5/5

Amazing service from Glen and the team. We honestly couldn't of asked for anyone better to look after Mum. She was treated with such dignity, care and kindness. Which meant so much to our family.

It wasnt just the care they shown Mum, but the compassion and support they gave the whole family at such an incredibly sad time.

A very special shout out to Maggie, our Celebrant such a beautiful, kind and caring lady. The Best. ❤️.

We would 100% recommend Glen and his team to anyone who is going through this sad and heart breaking time.

Thank you all so much for everything you did for Mum and all our family. ❤️

Nicky D, 12 September 2026

Rated 5/5

When Mum passed, Williams & Bell came to collect her with dignity and care, which meant so much to us as a family.

Georgia and Christine helped us through the funeral arrangements with kindness and compassion, ensuring we were comfortable and happy with every detail.

Kylie, our funeral bearer, communicated with us ahead of Mum’s funeral and gently guided our family throughout the day. She was courteous, professional, and incredibly supportive. We were especially moved by the respect she showed in walking in front of Mum’s hearse to the church, a moment that touched all our family and showed her dedication and professionalism.

This is the second time we have used Williams & Bell, Whitby, Ellesmere Port, and once again we received outstanding care, empathy, and support throughout.

We would highly recommend Williams & Bell for their compassionate, respectful, and professional funeral services.

Anita Waldron, 7 May 2026

Keeping everybody informed

When you arrange a funeral with us, we can set up a free online funeral notice – a personalised webpage that lets you share funeral details.
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