While there are no funeral directors based directly in Atherton, 27 qualified funeral homes across Greater Manchester serve the town and its surrounding areas.
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10 funeral directors near Atherton
0.4 miles away
“Gemma and Lisa answered any questions we needed help with and went through everything for the service. We used you before and knew we would get a great service again.” — Carrie D.
“The staff are always happy to answer any questions night or day. They looked after my grandfather very well and organised such an amazing funeral for him. They are just amazing!!” — Nicole J.
0.4 miles away
“My Wife's funeral service was handled by the Atherton branch and was so dignified and well handled, we cannot thank them enough for what they did for her and for us. Everyone involved were amazing.” — Andrew K.
“Suze did a brilliant job of arranging and co-ordinating my mum's funeral after her sudden passing. All the staff were very supportive when I spent time visiting my mum in the chapel of rest, as this was understandably upsetting for me.” — Amy
1.0 miles away
“Used them for my husband's funeral and from start to finish were amazing. Really happy and would recommend.” — Atherton H.
“Thank you to Suzie and the amazing team we cant thank you enough for the past few weeks and the service yesterday for my Father in law David Cooke.” — Carrie C.
2.2 miles away
“They handle the delicate matter of a funeral with care and attention whilst maintaining sensitivity. Thank you for everything you have done.” — Graham M.
“Ian and the family were brilliant with us from start to finish. Cannot recommend highly enough.” — Lisa D.
2.3 miles away
“It was comforting to be able to trust them with the arrangements for my mum's funeral which went seamlessly on the day. The celebrant they recommended really captured the spirit of mum in her eulogy.” — G R.
“We were treated with empathy, compassion and total consideration. Cannot thank Ash and the team enough for the kindness and professionalism shown to us.” — Sam O.
2.3 miles away
“The lady who carried out the service for my uncle made what was a difficult day a more humorous one. She is an excellent storyteller — most people in attendance had a smile and a chuckle at times. I would highly recommend this company.” — D
“My dad's cremation service was very special. Lesley and the girls were wonderful, everything was perfect. A celebration of dad's life. Would recommend Sankey & Monks and their fantastic staff.” — Susan W.
2.5 miles away
“The Celebrant, Alison, did an absolutely amazing job delivering the tributes and the eulogy at the crematorium. She captured my Grandma's life so perfectly and spoke with such warmth and sincerity — it felt incredibly personal and comforting for us all.” — Rachel B.
“How attentive she was to preparing Dad and caring for him. The service was second to none, they went above and beyond. Even allowed me to decorate Dad's coffin with Ozzy and Black Sabbath. We can not thank enough.” — Kerrys K.
2.7 miles away
“When I lost my dad four years ago and walked into this place I knew I'd picked the right place to be looked after until his final resting place. I came back to Gibsons after just losing my mum and the service was still the same. Amanda and Steve, we could not have asked for better — you have been amazing with us and mum looked beautiful. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.” — Gail L.
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2.8 miles away
“The staff at Pennington's have been great with us through everything, especially Michelle who dealt with us and kept us informed along the way.” — douglas b.
“Their help, care and passion with handling my husband's funeral was exceptional!” — Sue K.
3.0 miles away
“From the very first contact, to every step of the funeral arrangements, Abbie, Michael and the team have been incredibly supportive, professional and kind. We couldn't thank them enough and wholeheartedly recommend Bridgewater Funeral Service.” — Angela S.
“Abbie and Michael delivered a service that was professional, compassionate, efficient and thorough. Much much better than expected! The final cost of the whole package was actually less than we expected too — with no surprising extras. They did our Mum proud.” — Julie C.
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Find professional and compassionate funeral directors serving Atherton and surrounding areas. All NAFD member funeral homes in this region are committed to providing high-quality funeral services during your time of need.
While there are no funeral directors based directly in Atherton, 27 qualified funeral homes across Greater Manchester serve the town and its surrounding areas. Many of these businesses hold NAFD accreditation, ensuring they meet established professional standards and codes of conduct. Funeral services in the region typically range from £1,849 to £2,300, though costs vary depending on the options you choose. Families in Atherton can easily access funeral directors in nearby towns including Manchester, Middleton, Eccles and Altrincdale, making it straightforward to compare services, pricing and facilities before making your decision.
While there are no NAFD-accredited funeral directors based directly in Atherton, there are 27 serving the wider Greater Manchester area. Funeral prices in Greater Manchester range from £1,849.00 to £2,300.00. All members follow the NAFD Code of Practice, ensuring professional and compassionate care for families in Atherton.
Percentage of NAFD-accredited funeral directors offering each service in the Greater Manchester area.
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While there are no NAFD members based directly in Atherton, there are 27 accredited funeral directors across Greater Manchester who serve this area. All NAFD members follow a strict Code of Practice, so you can trust any director listed here to provide professional, compassionate care. Use the search above to compare directors by distance, ratings, and services offered.
Based on published prices from NAFD members in Greater Manchester, funeral costs range from £1,849.00 to £2,300.00. The actual cost depends on the type of service (burial, cremation, or direct cremation), the venue, and personal choices such as flowers and transport. We recommend contacting directors directly for a detailed, transparent quote. You can also use our funeral cost calculator for a free estimate.
NAFD stands for the National Association of Funeral Directors, the UK's largest professional body for funeral directors. NAFD-accredited funeral directors in Atherton and across Greater Manchester are regularly inspected and must follow a strict Code of Practice covering everything from transparent pricing to professional conduct. Choosing an NAFD member gives you confidence that you'll receive a high standard of care during a difficult time.
NAFD members near Atherton offer a wide range of funeral services including traditional burial and cremation, direct cremation, memorial arrangements, and pre-planning consultations. . Contact individual directors listed above for full details of their offerings.
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