H. J. Paintin
7.9 milesSouth Cambridgeshire, CB22 3TG
Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors
Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors is a funeral director at Shire Hill, Saffron Walden CB11 3AQ. The nearest crematorium is Cam Valley Crematorium, 4.7 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | Shire Hill, Saffron Walden, CB11 3AQ |
|---|---|
| Phone | 01799 523314 |
| Website | peasgoodandskeates.co.uk |
| Local council | Uttlesford |
| Area | Saffron Walden, Essex |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £2,575 |
|---|---|
| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £1,895 |
| Unattended burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,445 |
Estimated total for an attended cremation: about £4,000 — £2,575 funeral director’s charges plus £1,425 at Cam Valley Crematorium (its published fee). An officiant, flowers, cars and a wake would be extra. Build a full estimate.
From Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors’ published standardised price list, checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors
- 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
- Cam Valley Crematorium · 4.7 miles
- City of Cambridge Crematorium · 17.8 miles
- Parndon Wood Crematorium and Cemetery · 20.5 miles
- Harwood Park Crematorium · 20.6 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Saffron Walden Cemetery · 0.2 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors?
Call 01799 523314. Visit peasgoodandskeates.co.uk. The address is Shire Hill, Saffron Walden, CB11 3AQ. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors charges £2,575 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £1,895 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to Peasgood & Skeates Funeral Directors?
Cam Valley Crematorium is 4.7 miles away, and City of Cambridge Crematorium is 17.8 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
Peasgood and Skeates
8.0 milesSouth Cambridgeshire, CB22 3BG
£2,575 attended funeral £1,895 direct cremation from their price list
D.C. Poulton & Sons
8.4 milesStansted Mountfitchet, CM24 8AF
The Co-operative Funeralcare
9.0 miles7 High Street, Haverhill, CB9 8AA
Co-op Funeralcare
GW Hardy & Son
9.1 milesBraintree, CM7 4JT
Barringtons
11.0 milesBishop's Stortford, CM23 5ND