Rated 5/5

W S Harrison Funeral Directors

32 Merton Way, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE20 9PX
01661 822982
Lines open 24 hours a day
Pele Tower near W. S. Harrison Ponteland

About our Ponteland branch

We've been caring for the people of Ponteland since 2010. At W S Harrison Funeral Directors, previously John Bardgett & Sons, we know that every detail matters.

From handling the paperwork to advising on the little touches that make the day feel right, we’re here to support you.

With clear pricing and options to fit your needs and budget, we will guide you through every decision with care and compassion, at a pace that feels right for you.

If you are weighing up the options, we can explain the difference between an attended funeral in Newcastle Upon Tyne and an unattended funeral in Newcastle Upon Tyne. There are more of our funeral directors in Tyne & Wear nearby.

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Experts in care

Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities

Supporting communities

Working with charities and carers to improve support

Local teams

Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding

Visiting us

You'll find our funeral home in the Merton Way Shopping Centre in Ponteland.

  • 32 Merton Way, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE20 9PX
    • Office opening hours:

      Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
    • Saturday – Sunday, By appointment

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

Optional extras:

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

Total price: £1,745

Unattended funeral

A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
Our support and 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 estimated cost
£1,745

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

The final price depends on what you choose

Your local funeral director will be happy to talk through the options and help you understand costs. You can also view our Standardised price list, Additional options price list and Crematoria prices

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Add a personal touch

A woven willow coffin outdoors, topped with pink roses and green foliage.

Coffins and urns

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

Floral tribute

Floral tributes

Whether you prefer a simple bouquet, wreath, spray or coffin display we are here to help you with your decision

Mourners in dark clothing holding printed orders of service at a funeral.

Service stationary

From a printed order of service to bookmarks and memorial cards, we can help you create stationery that reflects the occasion.

Our facilities

At our branch we can offer the following facilities

  • Included:

    Multi-faith chapel of rest

    Our Chapel of Rest provides a peaceful space where you can spend time with the person who has died and say goodbye in your own way, with compassionate support from our team if needed.

  • Included:

    A choice of transport

    We offer a choice of traditional and bespoke funeral transport, allowing families to personalise the funeral and celebrate their loved one in a way that feels right for them.

  • Included:

    A truly local service

    As part of the local community, we have trusted connections with local florists, celebrants, venues and places of worship. This local knowledge helps us make arrangements smoothly, while creating a funeral that reflects the life of the person who has died.

Reviews for W S Harrison Funeral Directors

Rated 4.92 / 5 based on 26 reviews.

Rated 5/5

Lorraine and the rest of the team at Harrisons in Ponteland & Bardgetts Newcastle did a fantastic job for my Auntie's funeral. From the start they were professional, compassionate, helpful and understanding. They made sure every detail was just right. They ensured everything was done as my Auntie would have wanted. On the day I knew i could just turn up knowing it was all taken care of. Lorraine even managed to get another vicar to conduct the service in Ponteland while the local vicar had his day off. I am so pleased I chose this company. I hope I don't need them again soon but when I do I know exactly who to contact.

Chris Quinn, 8 September 2026

Rated 5/5

Joe & his team at WS Harrison's were very professional, kind & considerate throughout. Nothing was too much trouble for them & they gave me personable, solid support at a sad time. I highly recommend them.

Philip Day, 26 August 2026

Rated 5/5

excellent, sympathetic service.

Highly recommend.

botham33, 10 June 2026

Keeping everybody informed

When you arrange a funeral with us, we can set up a free online funeral notice – a personalised webpage that lets you share funeral details.
Two men embrace as mourners in dark clothing gather by a large window after a funeral service.

FAQs

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