Derek Moss Funeral Directors
- 190 Front Street, Durham, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH3 3AZ
- 0191 338 8894
Funeral directors in County Durham
Our local funeral directors in County Durham are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors
- 129 Park Road, Hartlepool, County Durham, TS26 9HT
- 01429 862021
Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors
- 25 Front Street, Wingate, County Durham, TS28 5AA
- 01429 838199
Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors
- Cemetery Chapel, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7DF
- 01325 301405
Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors
- 148/150 North Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 2EJ
- 01325 382542
Why choose Dignity
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Guiding families with compassion for over 200 years
Local service
Serving communities from 558 branches, UK-wide
From plans to probate
Expert support with funeral services, memorials and more
Serving the County Durham area
Our funeral directors in County Durham look after families from six funeral homes across the county, among them Darlington, Hartlepool and Chester Le Street, with our own Wear Valley Crematorium at Bishop Auckland. Whatever kind of service you'd like, the same care goes into every part of it. You'll sit down with us when you're ready, talk about the person you've lost, and work through the choices one at a time. Our branch teams here are experienced and well known in the towns they serve. Call one of our funeral homes in the area and tell us what you have in mind.
Our teams across County Durham can talk you through an attended funeral in County Durham or an unattended funeral in County Durham, and help you choose memorials in County Durham when you feel ready. You can also see our funeral directors in Chester-le-Street, Darlington, Hartlepool, Newton Aycliffe and Wingate.
Arranging a funeral in County Durham
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
We're here to answer all your questions. If anything isn't clear, please ask us.
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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