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Funeral directors in Builth Wells

Compare local funeral directors and undertakers in Builth Wells (Llanfair-ym-Muallt), Powys, with nearby crematoria, cemeteries and faith funeral services.

There are no funeral directors listed within 10 miles of Builth Wells. The nearest is M Morgan Lloyd in Rhayader, 11.4 miles away — many funeral directors cover remote and island communities. The nearest crematorium is Llwydcoed Crematorium (27.8 miles). Deaths are registered with Powys register office, within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered.

Funeral directors in and near Builth Wells

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

No funeral directors are listed within 10 miles, so we’re showing the nearest. Ask about coverage and mileage charges.

Compare funeral director prices near Builth Wells

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
Cheriton Funerals17.0 miles£2,910—
T J Brown & Sons Funeral Directors26.0 miles£2,495£1,645

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Crematoria near Builth Wells

Cemeteries in and near Builth Wells

Natural & woodland burial near Builth Wells

Faith & cultural funerals in Builth Wells

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

Catholic churches (2 nearby)

Catholic funerals — customs and etiquette →

Church of England / Anglican churches (1 nearby)

Church of England funerals — customs and etiquette →

Other churches (5 nearby)

Christian funerals — customs and etiquette →

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

When someone dies in Builth Wells: what to do

  1. Get the death confirmed. If it was expected, call the GP, hospice or NHS 111 Wales. 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 Powys register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. Find how to book · Powys 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.

In Wales you can register a death and hold ceremonies in Welsh or English.

Full step-by-step guide · Printable checklist

Funeral costs in Builth Wells

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 Builth Wells?
None within 10 miles. The nearest we list is M Morgan Lloyd, 11.4 miles away. Funeral directors regularly travel to cover remote areas, so ask about their coverage and any mileage charge.
Where is the nearest crematorium to Builth Wells?
The nearest crematorium to Builth Wells is Llwydcoed Crematorium, about 27.8 miles from the town centre. Hereford Crematorium (29.0 miles) is the next closest.
How do I register a death in Builth Wells?
Contact Powys 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 Builth Wells?
The lowest published attended funeral price we’ve found near Builth Wells is £2,495 (funeral director’s charges only) at T J Brown & Sons Funeral Directors; add the crematorium fee — £1,103 at Llwydcoed 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 Powys are set by the operator and added on top.
Can I arrange a direct cremation in Builth Wells?
Yes. Most funeral directors near Builth Wells 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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