W S Harrison & Son
0.1 milesNewcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2UQ
£2,595 attended funeral £1,645 direct cremation from their price list
John Hindmarsh & Sons
John Hindmarsh & Sons is a funeral director at 261 Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1DQ. The nearest crematorium is Saltwell Crematorium, 2.9 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | 261 Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1DQ |
|---|---|
| Phone | 0191 265 5012 |
| Website | hindmarsh-funerals.co.uk |
| Local council | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Area | Gateshead, Tyne and Wear |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £3,275 |
|---|---|
| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £2,907 |
| Unattended burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £2,330 |
From John Hindmarsh & Sons’ published standardised price list (2026), checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask John Hindmarsh & Sons
- 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
- Saltwell Crematorium · 2.9 miles
- West Road Crematorium · 4.0 miles
- Birtley Crematorium and Cemetery · 5.0 miles
- South Shields Crematorium · 5.0 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Jesmond Old Cemetery · 1.0 mile
- All Saints · 1.1 miles
- Heaton Cemetery · 1.2 miles
- St Andrew's Cemetery · 1.6 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact John Hindmarsh & Sons?
Call 0191 265 5012. Visit hindmarsh-funerals.co.uk. The address is 261 Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1DQ. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does John Hindmarsh & Sons charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), John Hindmarsh & Sons charges £3,275 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £2,907 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to John Hindmarsh & Sons?
Saltwell Crematorium is 2.9 miles away, and West Road Crematorium is 4.0 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
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