Business Details
19 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Funeral Services in Whickham
Whickham Funeral Directors has been serving bereaved families in the North East for two decades, offering compassionate and professional funeral care since 2007. Our purpose-built facility in Whickham provides a peaceful environment for families seeking dignified arrangements, supported by a team with extensive experience in all aspects of funeral services. As SAIF members, we adhere to nationally recognised standards, ensuring transparency and trust in our operations. We specialise in creating unique funeral experiences tailored to individual needs, whether arranging repatriation, selecting eco-friendly coffins, or coordinating memorials.Our partnerships with local florists and caterers guarantee quality and affordability, while our 24/7 availability ensures families receive immediate support during difficult times. With a reputation built on sensitivity and reliability, we guide clients through every step of the funeral planning process, from pre-paid arrangements to handling complex administrative requirements.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Burial Planning
Repatriation
Memorial Coordination
Pre-Paid Plans
Coffin Selection
Obituary Notices
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have 20 years of experience in funeral care across the North East
- Our SAIF membership guarantees adherence to national service standards
- We offer 24/7 availability for immediate bereavement support
- We coordinate with trusted local florists and caterers for complete arrangements
- Our team handles international repatriation with specialist expertise
Associations and certifications
- SAIF
- Golden Charter Limited
What people say
Professional and approachable
Handled donations efficiently
Compassionate and understanding
Immaculate presentation
Excellent guidance
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We coordinate complete funeral arrangements from initial planning to final execution. Our experienced team provides compassionate guidance through every decision, ensuring all legal requirements are met while respecting family wishes. Services include venue coordination, officiant liaison, and documentation handling.
Cremation Services
We arrange cremation services with choice of crematorium locations and memorial options. Our team explains all available options including religious or non-religious ceremonies, keepsake urns, and scattering arrangements. We ensure compliance with all cremation regulations and documentation requirements.
Repatriation
Our specialist repatriation service handles transportation of remains across international borders. We manage all necessary documentation, permits, and logistics for transfers to and from the UK, working with overseas funeral directors to ensure dignified transportation and local ceremony arrangements.
Pre-Paid Plans
We offer pre-paid funeral plans that fix costs at today's prices. These plans allow individuals to make personal arrangements in advance, reducing future burden on families. Plans include guaranteed pricing and flexible payment options through our partnership with Golden Charter.
Memorial Coordination
We assist with memorial design and installation, offering hundreds of monument options. Our service includes local authority permissions, foundation work, and guarantee on all installations. We provide guidance on inscription wording and material choices suitable for different environments.
People
Martin Rankin
Funeral Director
DipFD qualified funeral director with 20 years' experience in the North East. Owner of Whickham Funeral Directors since 2007, specialising in compassionate bereavement support and complex funeral arrangements.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne, Dunston, Sunniside, Swalwell, and surrounding areas.
Are you available outside regular hours?
Yes, our team is available 24/7 to assist with urgent bereavement needs.
Do you handle international repatriation?
Yes, we have specialist expertise in repatriating remains to and from the UK.
Can I pre-plan a funeral?
Yes, we offer pre-paid funeral plans with fixed pricing for future arrangements.
Are financing options available?
Yes, we offer financing through Ideal4Finance for funeral products and services.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are members of SAIF and work with Golden Charter Funeral Plans under FCA regulation.
