Co-op Funeralcare
3.6 miles22 Stockley Street, Northampton, NN1 5EY
Co-op Funeralcare
R Hollowell & Sons
R Hollowell & Sons is a funeral director at The Birches, 4-6 Bedford Road, Northampton NN7 1BD. The nearest crematorium is Counties Crematorium, 5.4 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | The Birches, 4-6 Bedford Road, Brafield on the Green, Northampton, NN7 1BD |
|---|---|
| Phone | 01604 792222 |
| Website | hollowells.co.uk |
| Local council | West Northamptonshire |
| Area | Northampton, Northamptonshire |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £3,499 |
|---|---|
| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £1,595 |
| Unattended burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,400 |
Estimated total for an attended cremation: about £4,879 — £3,499 funeral director’s charges plus £1,380 at Counties Crematorium (its published fee). An officiant, flowers, cars and a wake would be extra. Build a full estimate.
From R Hollowell & Sons’ published standardised price list, checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask R Hollowell & 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
- Counties Crematorium · 5.4 miles
- Nene Valley Crematorium · 6.2 miles
- Kettering Crematorium · 13.0 miles
- Crownhill Crematorium & Cemetery · 13.1 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Billing Road Cemetery · 3.4 miles
- Towcester Road Cemetery · 4.6 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact R Hollowell & Sons?
Call 01604 792222. Visit hollowells.co.uk. The address is The Birches, 4-6 Bedford Road, Brafield on the Green, Northampton, NN7 1BD. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does R Hollowell & Sons charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), R Hollowell & Sons charges £3,499 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £1,595 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to R Hollowell & Sons?
Counties Crematorium is 5.4 miles away, and Nene Valley Crematorium is 6.2 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
Abington Funeral Services
3.6 milesNorthampton, NN1 4DU
Hollowells
3.7 milesWest Northamptonshire, NN3 2JN
Toby Hunt Funeral Service
3.7 miles34 The Square, Northampton, NN6 0NA
£3,090 attended funeral £2,050 direct cremation from their price list
Mark Elliott Funeral Services
3.9 milesSt Giles Street, Northampton, NN1 1JW
£1,599 direct cremation from their price list
Ann Bonham & Son Funeral Services
4.0 milesSt Giles Street, Northampton, NN1 1JW
£2,695 attended funeral £1,745 direct cremation from their price list