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Funeral directors in Newcastle Upon Tyne

Our local funeral directors in Newcastle Upon Tyne are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Angel of the North near Newcastle Upon Tyne

W S Harrison Funeral Directors

  • St Marks House, Shields Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE6 2UD
  • 0191 265 5415
Whitley Bay beach and lighthouse near Benton

W S Harrison Funeral Directors

  • 53 Station Road, Forest Hall, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE12 8AQ
  • 0191 215 0775
A black and red boat at Dukes Moor near W. S. Harrison in Gosforth

W S Harrison Funeral Directors

  • 157 Salters Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE3 4HJ
  • 0191 285 8376
John Bardgett & Sons Funeral Directors in 571 Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne

John Bardgett & Sons Funeral Directors

  • Oakwood House, 571 Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE4 9PQ
  • 0191 273 9292
Theatre Royal near W. S. Harrison Westerhope Village

W S Harrison Funeral Directors

  • 417 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope Village, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE5 5HB
  • 0191 286 1923
Pele Tower near W. S. Harrison Ponteland

W S Harrison Funeral Directors

  • 32 Merton Way, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE20 9PX
  • 01661 822982

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Serving the Newcastle Upon Tyne area

Our funeral directors in Newcastle upon Tyne are W S Harrison, with six funeral homes across the city, one on Shields Road next to the climbing centre. Whatever kind of service you have in mind, your family will be treated with the same care. When you're ready, you'll sit down with one of our team, tell us about the person you've lost, and work through each decision in turn. Our Newcastle funeral directors are experienced and know the city's churches, chapels and crematoria well. Speak to one of our funeral homes here and tell us what you'd like.

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

Funeral directors in Newcastle upon Tyne

Arranging a funeral in Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Our services

Funeral with a ceremony

A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.

  • Included:Burial or cremation, with unlimited guests
  • Included:A Basic coffin and hearse included, or the option to choose something more personal.
  • Included:Care in our first class facilities

Funeral without a ceremony

A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.

  • Included:Cremation only
  • Included:A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin
  • Included:Ashes returned in simple container

How much does a funeral cost?

The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. 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. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.

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. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.

Your local funeral director will be able to talk you through your options and give you an idea of costs.

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