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Funeral directors in Bicester

Our local funeral directors in Bicester are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
01869 253282
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Serving the Bicester area

Our funeral directors in Bicester are Oliver & James, behind the Methodist church. However you choose to say goodbye, the same care goes into every part of it. You'll sit down with us when you're ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and take each decision in turn. Our team here is experienced and part of the town. Speak to our funeral home in Bicester and tell us what you'd like.

Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Bicester or an unattended funeral in Bicester, and help you choose memorials in Bicester when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in Oxfordshire.

Oliver & James Funeral Directors, Bicester branch

Oliver & James Funeral Directors, Bicester

We are located near to the rear of Bicester Methodist Church and behind the Penny Black pub.

Our services

These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.

Total price: £4,054

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
£1,359
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£4,054

Optional extras:

  • Flowers
  • Printed orders of service
  • Memorials
  • Limousines and other transport options

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

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

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.

01869 253282
Lines open 24 hours a day
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Trusted by families in Bicester

Rated 4.8 / 5 based on 30 reviews.

Rated 5 / 5

At a time that was very sad, the Bicester Branch Manager, Rob, guided us through the tasks ahead, with sincere empathy. He was thoughtful, had a wealth of knowledge, and he and his staff looked after us, and my sister who had passed.

Whenever we needed help or advice he was on the end of the phone, nothing was ever too much trouble for him, likewise if we popped into the Offices, we always were made welcome.

Oliver & James Head Office also picked up one unanswered call, and were equally sympathetic and helpful.

The funeral was everything we wished for, and it reflected my sister perfectly.

We can't thank them enough.

Valerie Sullivan, 24 July 2026

Rated 5 / 5

What a wonderful company. We dealt with Rob at the Bicester office and he was amazing — so helpful and truly empathetic. He supported us throughout the entire process and was incredibly patient. We’re very grateful for everything he did for us.

Sheryl Gellatly, 28 June 2026

Rated 5 / 5

We used Oliver and James in Bicester for my mum's funeral last week. They made my Mums funeral a very special occasion. She would have loved it. Right from the start when we had the initial meeting with Rob, we were handled with such respect and empathy it made it so much easier. Rob guided us with his expert knowledge and had the patience of a saint.

The whole day went without a hitch and the service from the team was impeccable and outstanding 👏 👌 they were so amazing and respectful, I can't praise them highly enough.

As for Katrina, the funeral director on the day, well, what a beautiful and wonderful person she is !! She made me feel at ease immediately. She pre-planned everything and left nothing to chance. Her meticulous attention to detail was exceptional. She sorted out the music so professionally, it was all seamless. She kept me informed of everything, and delivered everything I hoped for. I couldn't have got through the day without her, she was so helpful.

Thank you so much for everything

You all did a wonderful job.

M W, 19 June 2026

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