Being a local, independent funeral director means you deal with the same small family team from the first phone call to the day of the funeral. We are not part of a national chain, there are no call centres, and we never push packages you do not need. Many of the families we help live within a mile or two of our Park Farm office, and we are always happy for you to pop in, sit down with a cup of tea and talk things through face to face.
What we arrange
Funerals at local churches and crematoria
We regularly look after services at St Edmund’s Church in Allestree and other churches across north Derby, as well as at Markeaton Crematorium, which is only a few minutes’ drive from Allestree. We also arrange services at Bretby Crematorium and Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, and burials at local churchyards and city cemeteries. Whatever you choose, we coordinate with the minister or celebrant, the crematorium or cemetery and the florist so that you do not have to.
Clear, honest funeral costs
We give you a written, itemised estimate before anything is confirmed, including third-party costs such as crematorium fees and doctor’s or celebrant fees. If budget is a worry, tell us. We will explain every option openly, from a full traditional service to a direct cremation, so you can make the right choice for your family without pressure. You can read more in our guide to understanding funeral costs in Derby.
Help with the practical steps
If this is the first time you have had to arrange a funeral, our guides on what to do when someone passes away and registering a death explain each step. We can also point you towards bereavement support in Derby for the weeks and months afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
Where are your funeral directors in Allestree based?
Our office is at 41 Park Farm Shopping Centre, Park Farm Drive, Allestree, Derby DE22 2QQ, with parking right outside.
Can I call you at night or at the weekend?
Yes. Our phone is answered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by a member of our family team.
Do you only cover Allestree?
No. Allestree is our base, but we arrange funerals across Derby, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, including Duffield, Belper, Mickleover and Darley Abbey.
How quickly can a funeral take place?
It depends on paperwork and availability at the church or crematorium, but most funerals we arrange take place within two to three weeks. We will always tell you the earliest available dates.
To speak to an Allestree funeral director now, call 01332 409182 or send us a message.
