At a time when great personal sorrow can be all consuming, many people find themselves daunted by the prospect of having to arrange a funeral, especially if they’ve never arranged one before. It’s not unusual to feel unsure of where to turn or what to do. Aubrey Kirkham Funeral Directors will provide an outstanding level of care, guiding you sympathetically through the process of registering the death and arranging the funeral, as well as offering our advice and support at what is a most difficult time. Aubrey Kirkham Funeral Directors are proud members of the NAFD
At the most sensitive time that any family will experience, the personal attention, care and planning that’s invested in a loved one’s funeral is absolutely essential to commemorate their life in as dignified and respectful way as possible. Many people find themselves daunted by the prospect of having to arrange a funeral, especially if they haven’t arranged one before. It’s not unusual to feel unsure where to turn or what to do first in the event of a bereavement, however this is where we will help. As professional, independent, Funeral Directors we will guide and assist you every step of the way, from registering the death and arranging the funeral, to offering telephone bereavement support on the loss of a loved one. A funeral service is a very personal occasion, and Aubrey Kirkham Funeral Directors can respond to the unique requirements of families, across a wide spectrum of needs. That theme is consistent, in that Aubrey Kirkham Funeral Directors always aspire to the very highest of standards all of the time. We offer all types of funeral and memorial services, from traditional funerals to direct unattended services, at our local crematoriums. Being a independent, family run Funeral Directors, we are able to offer completely bespoke services, just the way you want them. Aubrey Kirkham Funeral Directors are proud members of the NAFD, (National Association of Funeral Directors) Choosing a funeral director affiliated with a UK governing body like the NAFD and SAIF offers assurance of quality, ethical conduct, and consumer protection. These organisations have codes of practice and require members to adhere to specific standards, providing a level of trust and transparency that may not be present with non-affiliated directors.
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| Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements | £1,050.00 |
| Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care | £295.00 |
| Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. | £180.00 |
| Providing a suitable coffin | £390.00 |
| Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) | £0.00 |
| At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle | £470.00 |
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| Burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,800.00 |
| Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 | £1,750.00 |
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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.1 In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is: For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees. |
£850.00 |
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For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2 In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is: |
£1,099.00 |
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| Additional mileage (price per mile) | £0.85 |
| Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) | £125.00 |
| Collection and delivery of ashes | £1.00 |
| Embalming | £250.00 |
| Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) | £250.00 |
| Services supplied outside of normal office hours | £395.00 |
The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.
1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.
2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.
Prices correct as from 02/10/2025and may be subject to change. E & O.E.
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Aubrey Kirkham Funeral Directors, Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury, SY3 8JN, UK
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