Deighan's Funeral Parlour

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A family-run funeral home in Bolton with a genuine desire to give your loved one the special send off they deserve.

Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

81 Mason Street
Bolton
BL6 5RB

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.

    What they do

    • Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
    • Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
    • Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
  • SAIF Member

    Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.

    What they do

    • Inspects businesses before granting membership
    • Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
    • Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong

About Us

Established in 1998, Deighan’s Funeral Parlour in Horwich provides a personal and dignified funeral service. It is proud to be a part of the Bolton community and support local people to arrange the funeral that’s right and fitting.

Shirley Deighan and her small, friendly team have a genuine desire to give your loved one the special send off they deserve. Whether it is a traditional burial or cremation service, or a celebration of life ceremony with thoughtful touches, Deighan’s Funeral Parlour is able to cater to your needs. Additionally, the team is able to arrange veterans funerals, and religious funerals including Catholic, Jewish, Hindu, Muslim and Sikh funerals.

With recently refurbished premises, this funeral directors in Horwich covers all areas of Bolton, and is able to offer a number of additional services to complement your loved one’s funeral. This includes a horse-drawn carriage or choice of other funeral vehicles, memorial jewellery, keepsake urns and a beautiful range of monumental masonry.

Contact Deighan’s Funeral Parlour today to arrange your loved one’s funeral, or to discuss funeral plan options available.

Latest Obituaries

Ross Carmichael   Morton

Ross Carmichael Morton

Nov 1957 - Jul 2026

John   Winstanley

John Winstanley

Aug 1943 - Jul 2026

Stephen   Farrington

Stephen Farrington

Nov 1957 - Jul 2026

Doreen   Mercer

Doreen Mercer

Aug 1928 - Jul 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families describe how Deighans guided them through the planning process with care and clear communication, ensuring they understood each step and felt supported in their decisions. Several note the personal touches added to the funeral day itself, from small details in the order of service to thoughtful gestures that reflected their loved one's life, and how the team remained attentive to what mattered most to them.

Families consistently mention the respect and dignity shown to their loved ones while in the funeral home's care, and how this gave them comfort during an emotionally difficult time. A number of reviews emphasize that the staff made themselves available whenever needed, answered questions promptly, and never made families feel rushed or pressured.

Many families express particular appreciation for the warmth and compassion of individual team members, noting how this human element—alongside the professionalism—made an overwhelming situation more bearable, and several say they felt genuinely looked after by people who seemed to care deeply about both their loved one and their family's wellbeing.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Denise Harrison 12th Aug 2024

    Considerate, compassionate and very well organised.  Nothing was too much trouble.  Really felt supported at such a difficult time 

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you Denise. it has been a privilege to look after you all.
  • 5 Angela Halliwell 10th Aug 2024

    Every aspect of the process was done with care. Everything as explained to us and help given every step of the way. Mum was looked after and so was my dad and myself.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words Angela. It was a privilege to look after Mum for her final journey. Sending love to you all
  • 5 Lee Armstrong 9th Aug 2024

    excellent from the moment we made contact until we said good bye to our friend. would highly recommend.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words Lee. It has been an honour to look after Barry for you.
  • 5 Alison Anderton 28th Jul 2024

    From the first contact with Deighans by phone they have been excellent and very professional.   I was kept informed of everything at every step.  On the day of the funeral the traditional touches made it a very special occasion to celebrate my mums life.   

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words Alison. It was a privilege to look after Mum on her final journey and make the day special for you all as a family.
  • 5 Hillary Knowles 14th Jul 2024

    From beginning to end Deighans have been kind, caring and professional. Every part of my Husbands funeral was done beautifully.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words, Hillary. Your comments are very much appreciated.
  • 5 Debra Carey 30th Jun 2024

    Deighans Funeral Parlour gave my mum the most perfect funeral.  From taking mum into their care she was treated with the upmost professionalism.  We were allowed to visit mum each day prior to the actual funeral.  Each step was explained in detail allowing us to absorb what the process was.  From arranging the order of service attaching forget me not seeds with a forget me not pin badge no detail was overlooked.  Ken, Shirley, Rebecca along with their colleagues give 100 % care in such a harrowing time thank you.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words, Debra. it has been an honour to look after June and the family.
  • 5 Debbie Westhead 29th Jun 2024

    A caring and attentive funeral director who respected the wishes of the family and looked after our loved one. 

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you Debbie. it has been a privilege to look after you all.
  • 5 Railton Hirst 18th Jun 2024

    As a family we cannot thank the team at Deighans for their care, professionalism and service.
    From start to finish, Steve, Ryan, Ken and Shirley were at our side. They are an absolute credit to the business and the community they serve.
    We will be forever grateful to you all.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words , Railton. Working as a team to give the best service possible is what we strive for.
  • 5 Robin Hill 4th Jun 2024

    A family run business with the personal touch, I cannot put into words everything they have done for me during this sad time in my life.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    It has been an honour to walk this road with you at this sad time. Thank you for your kind words.
  • 5 Patricia Mercer 4th Jun 2024

    I would like to leave my deepest gratitude to Deighans Funeral Services for the exceptional care and compassion I received after the loss of my husband. Their professionalism and attention to detail ensured everything went smoothly. Also thankyou to Becca, Shirley and Ray for being a tower of strength and for making Alex final journey dignified and memorable.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for getting in touch, Patricia. To know everything was done according to your wishes is comforting to us as a team.
  • 5 Jeffrey Close 3rd Jun 2024

    Deighans have been a tower of support when our beloved Wife/Mum/Nana/Great Nana sadly passed away. We would recommend them to anyone needing to arrange a funeral for a loved one. They have been amazing, offering ongoing support and guidance at every step of the way, nothing is to much trouble for them. Thankyou so much for everything you have done and are continuing to do.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words Jeff. We all know how proud Linda will be with how you and the family have kept her at the forefront of everything you have done.
  • 5 Jonathan Few 3rd Jun 2024

    They took us through every step of the journey and made sure that we gave him the best send off.  From the moment they met my dad at the home to the final part at the crem they did everything with care and compassion.  Not that I want too but in the future I will only go to them. Rai and the team at Horwich you were outstanding and Becky at Adlington brilliant.  Job well done guys. 

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for getting in touch Jonathan. We count it an honour and privilege to support you all during this sad time.
  • 5 Dorrie Pickering 21st May 2024

    Fantastic service from start to finish of the process. Every member of staff was unfailingly professional and kind.  
    Deighan’s made sure the funeral was exactly as  I wanted it.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words, Dorrie. It has been an honour and privilege to assist you at this time.
  • 5 Michaela Pinkerton 7th May 2024

    Made everything so easy at this bad time lovely and friendly people

    Shirley Deighan replied
    That is ever so kind of you to say, Michaela. Your family remain in our thoughts at this sad time.
  • 5 Diane Wilkins 29th Apr 2024

    Respectful, kind, thoughtful and professional from the first phone call to the funeral itself. The celebrant was also so friendly and genuine with the story of our loved one.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words, Diane. To know that we have done everything you asked for is such a way is lovely to hear.
  • 5 Lynn Roxborough 17th Apr 2024

    Excellent service, really flexible and helpful and handled sensitively at such a sad time. Every person we spoke to helped, and every question asked was answered promptly- thank you so much.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you Lynn, It was an honour to walk alongside you all during this very difficult time. With 397 people in church for Sean's service was a true testament to how loved he is.
  • 5 Richard Heyes 5th Apr 2024

    Deighan's Funeral Parlour were so kind and very helpful in assisting with my late fathers' funeral. Shirley helped with the funeral arrangements and managed to coordinate the cortege, Church service, interment and the order of service. Nothing was too much trouble and Deighan's helped me give my Dad a very respectful and beautiful send off - one that I'm sure I know he's very proud of. A big massive Thank You with Heartfelt Appreciation to all at Deighan's for making this possible. Love, Peace and Harmony to All.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words, Richard. It was an honour to help send Dad on his way in the best way possible.
  • 5 Robert Heaton 3rd Apr 2024

    Very professional and sympathetic from collection to cremation. Very approachable and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely use again, but hopefully not too soon 😊

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you, Robert. it was a privilege to be part of Andy's farewell.
  • 5 Elaine Boyle 1st Apr 2024

    Exceptional service from start to finish.
    Nothing was too much trouble.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your kind words, Elaine. The tributes from the family were lovely and very fitting.
  • 5 Lisa Keeble 31st Mar 2024

    The team went above and beyond for us, cannot thsnk them enough, particularly Rai.
    Thank you so much.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you Lisa, It was an honour to walk this road with you.
  • 5 Robert Gilbert 30th Mar 2024

    They are really professional kind and understanding, in your time of need.
    I can not  thank them enough for their excellent help and sensitivity at such a sad time.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you7 for being so kind, Rob. It was a privilege to look after Steph and the family.
  • 5 Christine Parrish 22nd Mar 2024

    We would like to thank all the team at Deighans. Nothing is too much trouble for them. From the minute we met you put us at ease and treated us with kindness and support. The order of service you put together was amazing. Everything was clearly explained and presented in a thoughtful caring manner. I would highly recommend Deighans to everyone they are a truly amazing team. Many thanks and best wishes to them all.

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you for your ever so kind words, Christine. We will ensure the team are told of your feedback.
  • 5 Alban Duckworth 19th Mar 2024

    Could not have been any better .very professional and courteous . Throughout . Helped me all the time . Thank you Alban Duckworth

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you Alban, It was an honour to walk this road with you and the family.
  • 5 Margaret Shaw 11th Mar 2024

    My late mother funeral was carried out with respect dignity and compassion, I could not wish for a better service big thank you to 
    Shirley and Ste from Deighan’s

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you Margaret. It is lovely to read your comments and we will pass your kind words onto the team.
  • 5 Annette Jackson 18th Feb 2024

    Thank you for helping me to give my mum the best send i could without you guys i was clueless...

    Shirley Deighan replied
    Thank you, Annette. It was a privilege to look after Susan and the family.

Address
81 Mason Street
Bolton
BL6 5RB

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.

    What they do

    • Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
    • Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
    • Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
  • SAIF Member

    Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.

    What they do

    • Inspects businesses before granting membership
    • Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
    • Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong

Latest Verified Reviews

Denise Harrison 12th Aug 2024

Considerate, compassionate and very well organised.  Nothing was too much trouble.  Really felt supported at such a difficult time 

Angela Halliwell 10th Aug 2024

Every aspect of the process was done with care. Everything as explained to us and help given every step of the way. Mum was looked after and so was my dad and myself.

Lee Armstrong 9th Aug 2024

excellent from the moment we made contact until we said good bye to our friend. would highly recommend.

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