Donald McDonald
0.1 milesLochgilphead, PA31 8JH
Funeral directors in Lochgilphead
Compare local funeral directors and undertakers in Lochgilphead (Ceann Loch Gilb), Argyll and Bute, with nearby crematoria, cemeteries and faith funeral services.
There is 1 funeral director based in Lochgilphead, and 1 funeral director within 10 miles. The nearest crematorium is Greenock Crematorium, 26.1 miles away. Deaths in Lochgilphead are registered with any registration office in Scotland, within 8 days of the death.
Funeral directors in and near Lochgilphead
Sorted by distance from the town centre. We never rank by payment — how we list. Data checked .
Co-op Funeralcare
20.3 miles102 Edward St, Dunoon, PA23 7AR
Co-op Funeralcare
Caladh Funeral Services
20.9 milesDunoon, PA23 8HF
£2,595 attended funeral £1,545 direct cremation from their price list
P.B. Wright & Sons
26.5 milesGreenock, PA15 1YD
£2,295 attended funeral £1,545 direct cremation from their price list
Green Oak Funeral Services
26.6 miles8 Jamaica St, Greenock, PA15 1XU
£1,850 attended funeral £1,575 direct cremation from their price list
Compare funeral director prices near Lochgilphead
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 director | Distance | Attended funeral | Direct cremation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caladh Funeral Services | 20.9 miles | £2,595 | £1,545 |
| P.B. Wright & Sons | 26.5 miles | £2,295 | £1,545 |
| Green Oak Funeral Services | 26.6 miles | £1,850 | £1,575 |
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Crematoria near Lochgilphead
Greenock Crematorium
26.1 milesGreenock, PA16 8UG
Cardross Crematorium and Cemetery
29.7 milesPort Glasgow, G82 5HQ
Standard cremation fee £1,096 (2026/27)
Clyde Coast & Garnock Valley Crematorium
30.2 milesLargs, KA24 5LE
Standard cremation fee £1,300 (2026)
North Dalnottar Crematorium
39.2 milesMountblow Road, Erskine, G81 4SL
Standard cremation fee £1,043 (2026)
Cemeteries in and near Lochgilphead
- Kilmory Castle Burial Ground · 1.0 mile
- Achnabreac Cemetery · 1.2 miles
- Kilmartin Churchyard · 6.9 miles
- Kilmory Knapp Cemetery · 7.9 miles
Natural & woodland burial near Lochgilphead
Killearn Woodland Burial Ground
40.5 milesMilngavie, G63 9NT
Faith & cultural funerals in Lochgilphead
Places of worship near Lochgilphead — useful for arranging a service, prayers or a faith leader. Funeral customs by faith.
Church of England / Anglican churches (2 nearby)
- Christ Church · 0.2 miles
- Kilmichael Parish Church · 3.4 miles
Baptist churches (1 nearby)
- Lochgilphead Baptist Church · under 0.1 miles — Union Street, Lochgilphead, PA31 8LP
Cultural traditions: Nigerian · Ghanaian · Caribbean · Irish · Polish · Chinese · Greek Cypriot · Somali · Gypsy and Traveller
When someone dies in Lochgilphead: what to do
- Get the death confirmed. If it was expected, call the GP, hospice or NHS 24 on 111. If it was sudden or unexpected, call 999.
- Medical certificate. The doctor issues the medical certificate of cause of death and sends it to the registrar.
- Register the death with any registration office in Scotland within 8 days of the death. Find how to book.
- 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.
- Use Tell Us Once to notify most government services in one go — the registrar gives you a reference.
In Scotland you can register a death at any registration office, and funeral directors must follow a statutory code of practice (since March 2025).
Funeral costs in Lochgilphead
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 Lochgilphead?
We list 1 funeral director based in Lochgilphead, 1 funeral director within 5 miles and 1 funeral director within 10 miles of the town centre.
Where is the nearest crematorium to Lochgilphead?
The nearest crematorium to Lochgilphead is Greenock Crematorium, about 26.1 miles from the town centre. Cardross Crematorium and Cemetery (29.7 miles) is the next closest.
How do I register a death in Lochgilphead?
In Scotland you can register a death at any registration office, usually within 8 days. Argyll and Bute Council runs the local registration service. Book an appointment first — you’ll need the medical certificate of cause of death, which the doctor sends to the registrar.
How much does a funeral cost in Lochgilphead?
The lowest published attended funeral price we’ve found near Lochgilphead is £1,850 (funeral director’s charges only) at Green Oak Funeral Services. 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 Argyll and Bute are set by the operator and added on top.
Can I arrange a direct cremation in Lochgilphead?
Yes. Most funeral directors near Lochgilphead 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.