Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Unattended funerals in Daventry
An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Daventry takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.
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John Ward & Son Funeral Directors, Daventry
We are located half way along the High Street.
- 17 High Street, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 4BG
Call 24 hours a day:
01327 300033
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
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What an unattended funeral costs in Daventry
One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Daventry funeral director.
Unattended funeral
- Our services
- £1,745
- 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
- £1,745
What an unattended funeral includes
Everything below is included in the price.
Talk to someone in Daventry
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 4.95 / 5 based on 63 reviews.
Rated 5/5
I would like to sincerely thank John Ward & Sons for the outstanding care and support they provided during the arrangements for my mother’s funeral. Losing her was never going to be easy, but the compassion shown by the team made such a difficult time more bearable.
A very special thank you to Kate, who truly went above and beyond for our family. From the moment we first spoke, she was kind, patient, and incredibly thoughtful. Any request we had—no matter how small—she did her absolute best to accommodate. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and she made sure everything was just right.
Kate’s support made the entire process feel less overwhelming. Thanks to her and the team, my mum's funeral was beautiful, respectful, and exactly as we had hoped. We are so grateful for the care shown.
I can’t recommend John Ward & Sons enough. Their warmth, professionalism, and personal touch meant the world to us during such a hard time. thank you so much Kate, you were amazing!
Sophie Martin, 28 July 2025
Rated 5/5
Pre-funeral Michael felt that Tracie was amazing to help pull it all together at a time when he was totally lost and has a heartfelt appreciation and gratitude. Upon arrival, we met Tracie who was warm, smart and professional in apperance. Her meet and greet was informative of room location and timing and brief on process. The environment was extremly calm and tranquil. Facilities of the highest hygienie, clean standard from reception area, toilets, waiting area and blush green views, plants well cared for and it gave a feeling of really caring for people.
Staff greeted us with a warm smile, we travelled a long way from London and it was worth it.
The delivery of the entire service was well-paced and put us at ease. Tracie's voice and tone was even and peaceful, she is the perfect person for this role. She is a leader in her position, her maturity and understandingand professionalism is a credit to your company. Thank You - Yvonne, Michael & Family
Yvonne Burke, 4 September 2024
Rated 5/5
Michael Hoare, 10 July 2024
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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
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What to do when someone dies
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Types of funeral
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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.