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Funeral directors in Altrincham

Compare local funeral directors and undertakers in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, with nearby crematoria, cemeteries and faith funeral services.

There are 5 funeral directors based in Altrincham, and 82 funeral directors within 10 miles. The nearest crematorium is Altrincham Crematorium, 2.3 miles away. Deaths in Altrincham are registered with Trafford register office, within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered.

Funeral directors in and near Altrincham

Sorted by distance from the town centre. We never rank by payment — how we list. Data checked .

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Compare funeral director prices near Altrincham

From each funeral director’s published standardised price list. Attended prices are funeral director’s charges only; direct cremation prices include the cremation fee.

Funeral directorDistanceAttended funeralDirect cremation
Kenneth Dewey & Sons Funeral Directors0.9 miles£2,995£1,545
Kenneth Dewey and Sons Funeral Directors1.6 miles£2,995£1,645
James Bradley & Sons3.5 miles£2,695£1,545
John Burrows & Sons4.0 miles£2,780£1,979
Owen Baker Funeral Directors6.1 miles£2,240£1,595

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Crematoria near Altrincham

Cemeteries in and near Altrincham

Natural & woodland burial near Altrincham

Faith & cultural funerals in Altrincham

Local guides with specialist funeral directors, places of worship and customs:

Places of worship near Altrincham — useful for arranging a service, prayers or a faith leader. Funeral customs by faith.

Mosques (8 nearby)

Muslim funerals — customs and etiquette →

Hindu temples (mandirs) (3 nearby)

Hindu funerals — customs and etiquette →

Gurdwaras (5 nearby)

Sikh funerals — customs and etiquette →

Synagogues (8 nearby)

Jewish funerals — customs and etiquette →

Buddhist temples & centres (8 nearby)

Buddhist funerals — customs and etiquette →

Jain temples (1 nearby)

Jain funerals — customs and etiquette →

Catholic churches (8 nearby)

Catholic funerals — customs and etiquette →

Church of England / Anglican churches (5 nearby)

Church of England funerals — customs and etiquette →

Church of Scotland, Presbyterian & URC churches (3 nearby)

Church of Scotland & Presbyterian funerals — customs and etiquette →

Methodist churches (5 nearby)

Methodist funerals — customs and etiquette →

Also useful in Altrincham: find a church in Altrincham for a funeral service

Cultural traditions: Nigerian · Ghanaian · Caribbean · Irish · Polish · Chinese · Greek Cypriot · Somali · Gypsy and Traveller

When someone dies in Altrincham: what to do

  1. Get the death confirmed. If it was expected, call the GP, hospice or NHS 111. If it was sudden or unexpected, call 999.
  2. Medical examiner review. The doctor records the cause of death and a medical examiner reviews it. The medical examiner’s office will contact you and explain the cause of death.
  3. Register the death with Trafford register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. Find how to book · Trafford Council bereavement services.
  4. Choose a funeral director — compare two or three from the list above and ask for their standardised price list. You can call them at any time.
  5. Use Tell Us Once to notify most government services in one go — the registrar gives you a reference.

Full step-by-step guide · Printable checklist

Funeral costs in Altrincham

Every funeral director must publish a standardised price list, so you can compare like for like. National averages from SunLife’s 2026 Cost of Dying research give a guide:

Direct cremation (unattended)£1,628
Simple attended funeral£3,828
Funeral with typical extras£5,140

Source: SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026. Local crematorium and burial fees vary. Full cost guide · Cost calculator · Help paying for a funeral

Frequently asked questions

How many funeral directors are there in Altrincham?
We list 5 funeral directors based in Altrincham, 23 funeral directors within 5 miles and 82 funeral directors within 10 miles of the town centre.
Where is the nearest crematorium to Altrincham?
The nearest crematorium to Altrincham is Altrincham Crematorium, about 2.3 miles from the town centre. Manchester Crematorium (4.8 miles) is the next closest.
How do I register a death in Altrincham?
Contact Trafford register office once the medical examiner’s office has confirmed the death can be registered. You then have 5 days to register. Most offices need an appointment — you can find yours on GOV.UK.
How much does a funeral cost in Altrincham?
The lowest published attended funeral price we’ve found near Altrincham is £2,240 (funeral director’s charges only) at Owen Baker Funeral Directors; add the crematorium fee — £870 at Altrincham Crematorium. Prices vary between funeral directors, so compare their standardised price lists. As a guide, SunLife’s 2026 research puts the average UK direct cremation at £1,628 and a simple attended funeral at £3,828. Crematorium and burial fees in Trafford are set by the operator and added on top.
Are there faith-specific funeral services in Altrincham?
Yes — see our local guides to jewish funerals in Altrincham, with nearby places of worship and specialist funeral directors.
Can I arrange a direct cremation in Altrincham?
Yes. Most funeral directors near Altrincham offer a direct (unattended) cremation, and national providers cover the area too. Ask for the “unattended funeral” price on each funeral director’s standardised price list. Compare direct cremation.

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