P. R. Bowers & Son is a traditional family run funeral directors based in the Norfolk village of Northwold
We were established in 1921 and have over three generations of experience in providing our services to the local community, priding ourselves in delivering a respectful, dignified celebration of loved one’s lives and honouring their last wishes. We believe that just as every person is different, so every funeral service should be a personal reflection of the deceased and a meaningful experience for their family and friends. Our services cater for all denominations We offer a support service during what is often an exceptionally difficult time. Alongside our 24 hour personal support line, we also provide home visits and ongoing bereavement support. We can also arrange collection and repatriation services should they be required. Losing a loved one can leave you feeling alienated and alone and we understand the importance of providing a personal and sympathetic service. As a family run business we are attentive to your needs and we will guide you every step of the way working with you on every important decision, providing you with all the advice you need to create a meaningful farewell and lasting memory of your loved one. Our many decades of experience and operational professionalism equip us with a keen eye for detail so you can feel comfortable relying on us.
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| Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements | £1,034.00 |
| 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 | £175.00 |
| Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. | £250.00 |
| Providing a suitable coffin | £450.00 |
| Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) | £1.00 |
| 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 | £540.00 |
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| Burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,735.00 |
| Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 | £1,850.00 |
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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. |
£490.00 |
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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: |
£895.00 |
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| Additional mileage (price per mile) | £1.75 |
| Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) | £175.00 |
| Collection and delivery of ashes | £1.00 |
| Embalming | £125.00 |
| Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) | £199.00 |
| Services supplied outside of normal office hours | POA |
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 04/10/2025and may be subject to change. E & O.E.
2 Methwold Road, Northwold, Norfolk, IP26 5LJ
