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Charles Read & Daughter
Charles Read & Daughter is a funeral director at 9 Turk Street, Alton GU34 1AG. The nearest crematorium is Basingstoke Crematorium, 10.7 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | 9 Turk Street, Alton, GU34 1AG |
|---|---|
| Website | charlesreaddaughter.uk |
| Local council | East Hampshire |
| Area | Alton, Hampshire |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £3,760 |
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| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £2,050 |
Estimated total for an attended cremation: about £5,135 — £3,760 funeral director’s charges plus £1,375 at Basingstoke Crematorium (its published fee). An officiant, flowers, cars and a wake would be extra. Build a full estimate.
From Charles Read & Daughter’s published standardised price list (2026), checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask Charles Read & Daughter
- Can I see your standardised price list? Every UK funeral director must publish one online and in the branch. Compare the “attended funeral” and “unattended funeral” totals.
- What isn’t included? Crematorium or cemetery fees, the officiant, flowers and cars are often extra. Ask for an itemised written quote.
- Who owns the business? Funeral directors must disclose their ultimate owner. Some group-owned branches keep a family name.
- Are you a member of a trade body? For example the NAFD or SAIF — both have codes of practice and complaints schemes.
- Can you meet our faith or cultural needs? Ask about washing facilities, urgent burials, viewing and repatriation if they matter to you.
- Where will the person be cared for? Ask whether they have their own mortuary and chapel of rest, and whether you can visit.
Nearest crematoria
- Basingstoke Crematorium · 10.7 miles
- Rushmoor Crematorium · 11.6 miles
- Guildford Crematorium · 17.1 miles
- Easthamptead Crematorium · 18.8 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Chawton Cemetery · 1.7 miles
- Medstead Cemetery · 4.0 miles
- Bordon Military Cemetery · 4.7 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact Charles Read & Daughter?
Visit charlesreaddaughter.uk. The address is 9 Turk Street, Alton, GU34 1AG. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does Charles Read & Daughter charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), Charles Read & Daughter charges £3,760 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £2,050 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to Charles Read & Daughter?
Basingstoke Crematorium is 10.7 miles away, and Rushmoor Crematorium is 11.6 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
Kemp & Stevens
0.2 milesAlton, GU34 1SS
£3,140 attended funeral £2,050 direct cremation from their price list
Thorne-Leggett Funeral Directors
5.6 milesBordon, GU35 9AR
£3,140 attended funeral £2,050 direct cremation from their price list
Thorne Leggett Funeral Directors
7.7 miles8-10 The Street, Wrecclesham, Farnham, GU10 4PR
£3,140 attended funeral £2,050 direct cremation from their price list
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