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Funeral directors in Wythenshawe

Compare local funeral directors and undertakers in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester, with nearby crematoria, cemeteries and faith funeral services.

There are 5 funeral directors based in Wythenshawe, and 100 funeral directors within 10 miles. The nearest crematorium is Manchester Crematorium, 3.5 miles away. Deaths in Wythenshawe are registered with Manchester register office, within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered.

Funeral directors in and near Wythenshawe

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

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Compare funeral director prices near Wythenshawe

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
James Bradley & Sons0.4 miles£2,695£1,545
Kenneth Dewey and Sons Funeral Directors2.6 miles£2,995£1,645
Kenneth Dewey & Sons Funeral Directors2.8 miles£2,995£1,545
Owen Baker Funeral Directors3.8 miles£2,240£1,595
GW Turner Funeral Directors4.2 miles£3,240£2,045

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Crematoria near Wythenshawe

Cemeteries in and near Wythenshawe

Natural & woodland burial near Wythenshawe

Faith & cultural funerals in Wythenshawe

Local guides with specialist funeral directors, places of worship and customs:

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

Mosques (8 nearby)

Muslim funerals — customs and etiquette →

Hindu temples (mandirs) (4 nearby)

Hindu funerals — customs and etiquette →

Gurdwaras (4 nearby)

Sikh funerals — customs and etiquette →

Synagogues (8 nearby)

Jewish funerals — customs and etiquette →

Buddhist temples & centres (8 nearby)

Buddhist funerals — customs and etiquette →

Jain temples (1 nearby)

Jain funerals — customs and etiquette →

Catholic churches (8 nearby)

Catholic funerals — customs and etiquette →

Church of England / Anglican churches (5 nearby)

Church of England funerals — customs and etiquette →

Church of Scotland, Presbyterian & URC churches (5 nearby)

Church of Scotland & Presbyterian funerals — customs and etiquette →

Methodist churches (5 nearby)

Methodist funerals — customs and etiquette →

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

When someone dies in Wythenshawe: what to do

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

Full step-by-step guide · Printable checklist

Funeral costs in Wythenshawe

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 Wythenshawe?
We list 5 funeral directors based in Wythenshawe, 34 funeral directors within 5 miles and 100 funeral directors within 10 miles of the town centre.
Where is the nearest crematorium to Wythenshawe?
The nearest crematorium to Wythenshawe is Manchester Crematorium, about 3.5 miles from the town centre. Stockport Cemetery and Crematorium (4.9 miles) is the next closest.
How do I register a death in Wythenshawe?
Contact Manchester 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 Wythenshawe?
The lowest published attended funeral price we’ve found near Wythenshawe is £2,240 (funeral director’s charges only) at Owen Baker Funeral Directors; add the crematorium fee — £1,040 at Manchester 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 Manchester are set by the operator and added on top.
Are there faith-specific funeral services in Wythenshawe?
Yes — see our local guides to muslim funerals in Wythenshawe, hindu funerals in Wythenshawe, jewish funerals in Wythenshawe, buddhist funerals in Wythenshawe, with nearby places of worship and specialist funeral directors.
Can I arrange a direct cremation in Wythenshawe?
Yes. Most funeral directors near Wythenshawe 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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