Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Unattended funerals in Darlington
An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Darlington takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.
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Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors, Darlington
We are located on North Road on the junction of Shildon Street, with parking near Darlington town centre.
- 148/150 North Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 2EJ
Call 24 hours a day:
01325 382542
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm- Saturday – Sunday, Appointment Only
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What an unattended funeral costs in Darlington
One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Darlington funeral director.
Unattended funeral
- Our 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
- £1,645
What an unattended funeral includes
Everything below is included in the price.
- Included:Collecting and caring for the person who has died
- Included:A simple coffin
- Included:The cremation fee and all necessary paperwork
- Included:Returning the ashes to you, or scattering them at the crematorium
Talk to someone in Darlington
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 4.98 / 5 based on 48 reviews.
Rated 5/5
I cannot speak highly enough of Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors. From the very first moment, Andrew and the team showed genuine compassion and professionalism, guiding me through every step with care and clarity. They consistently reassured me that our loved one was in very caring hands, something that brought immense comfort to me and my family during a very difficult time. Everything was handled with exceptional attention to detail — the service was beautifully organised, and we received so many positive comments from family and friends about how thoughtful and well‑managed it all was. Their dedication to providing a seamless, respectful experience was evident throughout, with professionalism from start to finish Meynell & Mason truly embody what a caring, local funeral director should be. Their support made a difficult time feel a little lighter, and I’m deeply grateful for the kindness they showed myself and my family.
Mark Godwin, 31 August 2026
Rated 5/5
So pleased I chose them at such a difficult time in my life! I can't thank them enough they were professional & did an absolutely brilliant job from start to finish meeting my every need nothing was a problem for them.. I'd 100% recommend them. Thank you so much x
Glyn Bolton, 7 June 2026
Rated 5/5
Many thanks to Helen and the amazing team at Meynelle & Mason, North Road, Darlington! Can’t say enough about how professionally and smoothly Helen handled our
unusual circumstance.
Helen and her team organised a funeral service within a week which was almost impossible and more than that nothing was too much trouble! We were constantly reassured that our loved one was in very caring hands. Loved the printed Oder of service…beautifully presented. Thank you for going above and beyond Helen! You have given us a sense of peace knowing our beloved is in safe and caring hands.
Shirley Andrew and family
shirley Dennis, 23 April 2026
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Helpful organisations
Grief after bereavement
Bereavement and grief affect people in different ways. There's no right or wrong way to feel. The NHS website has advice and places to go for support.
Help with funeral costs
If you get certain benefits you may be eligible for the Funeral Expenses Payment. You can find out more, check your eligibility, and apply on the GOV.UK website.
Report the death
There are government organisations that need to know when someone dies. Tell Us Once is a service that lets you report the death to most of them in one go.
Advice and guidance
Practical guides on unattended funerals, direct cremation and what to do next.
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.
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.
Direct cremation funeral plans
A plan covering cremation without a service – what is and is not included, how you can still personalise it, and how paying, changing and cancelling work.
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.
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Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.