Unattended funerals in Stroud

An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Stroud takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.

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Philip Ford & Son Funeral Directors, Stroud

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  • Dirleton House, Cainscross Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4ES
    • Office opening hours:

      Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
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What an unattended funeral costs in Stroud

One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Stroud funeral director.

Unattended funeral

Our services
£1,945
  • 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
£1,945

Everything needed for the cremation is included in this price.

Add a personal touch

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Coffins and caskets

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

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Urns and keepsakes

Keep them close with an urn, scatter tube, garden memorial or piece of memorial jewellery.

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Memorials

Create a lasting place of remembrance. Somewhere to return to, reflect and remember.

What an unattended funeral includes

Everything below is included in the price.

Talk to someone in Stroud

Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.

What families say about us

Rated 4.92 / 5 based on 83 reviews.

Rated 5/5

Wonderful, respectful and friendly service from amazing staff.

Sarah Piney, 22 September 2026

Rated 5/5

Moreton Cullimore, 27 August 2026

Rated 5/5

I would like to say a huge thank you to Phillip Ford & Son team for a great professionalism during such a difficult time for our family.

Victoria was absolutely wonderful, compassionate and very understanding throughout the whole process. Everything was prepared beautifully and with great care, and we were extremely pleased with how everything was handled.

My grandmother looked beautiful and peaceful in her coffin, which meant so much to our family. We truly appreciated the care and dignity that was given to her.

Thank you for making such a difficult and emotional time a little easier for us. We are very grateful for everything you did.

Joanna Grembecka, 23 August 2026

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Helpful organisations

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Talk to your local branch to get a quote

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.