Rated 1/5
Father died February they still can't find the headstone that they removed before his interment. Definitely keep away it's so upsetting and it feels like nobody cares.
Kim Bamsey, 27 August 2026
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Serving the Newton Aycliffe area
Our funeral directors in Newton Aycliffe are Meynell & Mason, by the junction of Stephenson Way and Burnhill Way. It is often the smallest things that bring the most comfort — a hymn they always sang, a favourite coat — and we'll make room for whatever you'd like to include. You'll sit down with us when you're ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and take the choices one at a time. Our funeral directors here are experienced and part of the town. Give us a call and tell us what you'd like.
Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Newton Aycliffe or an unattended funeral in Newton Aycliffe, and help you choose memorials in Newton Aycliffe when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in County Durham.
Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors, Newton Aycliffe
We are located by junction of Stephenson Way and Burnhill Way and there is car parking available opposite the branch.
- Cemetery Chapel, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7DF
Call 24 hours a day:
01325 301405
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm- Saturday – Sunday, Appointment Only
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Our services
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £3,834
Attended funeral
A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
- Our support and services
- £2,695
- 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
- £1,139
- Crematoria fees
- A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
- Total estimated cost
- £3,834
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
How do funeral costs vary?
The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.
Our prices include all the essentials
The prices you see on each branch's Price List are our lowest for each type of funeral. They include caring for the person who's died, a simple coffin, and the cremation or burial. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.
What affects the cost?
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. 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.
Trusted by families in Newton Aycliffe
Rated 4.8 / 5 based on 46 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Andrew and his team at Meynell & Mason Newton Aycliffe were absolutely marvellous. The very personal and caring service they gave, and their care of my brother was faultless. A real empathy and understanding was shown and very much tailored to our situation - not run of the mill. Thank you very much.
Roxanne Oldham, 3 August 2026
Rated 5/5
Very professional and very empathetic.
David Lambert, 31 March 2026
FAQs
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