Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring

169 reviews

Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Houghton-Le-Spring and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Latest Verified Reviews

Judith Creaser 21st Nov 2023

Handled with the utmost respect and care that our loved one required. We would like to say a big Thank you to Lisa who dealt with the Dads Funeral Arrangements and to David (both at the Houghton office), who oversaw the actual Funeral on the day. They were both so very helpful, kind,and accommodating with our requests. We could not fault their friendly professionalism. We would also like to Thank everyone from the 2 gentlemen that came to the house the evening of his passing, to the team at Washington,who took care of him whilst in their care. Our Thanks also go to John Wilmott who helped put together Dads Ulogy and who oversaw the Service at Durham Crematorium. So on behalf of myself, Mam, brother & all our immediate family , Thank you, just THANK YOU.

Sheila Johnston 14th Nov 2023

Amazing and caring service from beginning to end

David Harrison 13th Nov 2023

Despite my father having a pre-arranged funeral plan in place we received a great deal of support and advice during this difficult time. We were kept informed of all the necessary arrangements to get my father into the chapel of rest and advice on what documentation was required and how to get it. Arrangements were made for the church service and the burial leaving the family time to make our own personal arrangements regarding the service content and funeral attendance etc. We were contacted regularly to check everything was ok and the funeral itself went exactly as planned. Thank you to David and his team for their support in the lead up to and on the day of the funeral itself. After support was offered and we only need to call if this is required. We could not have asked for more.

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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

Gilpin Lodge
Hetton Road
Houghton-le-Spring
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8JL

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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
Call: 0191 917 4462

About Us

Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Tyne & Wear. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Houghton-Le-Spring funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Houghton-Le-Spring, Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring in Tyne & Wear is open from 09:00 - 17:00. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Co-op Funeralcare, Houghton-Le-Spring today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Judith Creaser 21st Nov 2023

    Handled with the utmost respect and care that our loved one required.
    We would like to say a big Thank you to Lisa who dealt with the Dads Funeral Arrangements and to David (both at the Houghton office), who oversaw the actual Funeral on the day. They were both so very helpful, kind,and accommodating with our requests. We could not fault their friendly professionalism.
    We would also like to Thank everyone from the 2 gentlemen that came to the house the
    evening of his passing, to the team at Washington,who took care of him whilst in their care.
    Our Thanks also go to John Wilmott who helped put together Dads Ulogy and who oversaw the Service at Durham Crematorium.
    So on behalf of myself, Mam, brother & all our immediate family , Thank you, just THANK YOU.

  • 5 Sheila Johnston 14th Nov 2023

    Amazing and caring service from beginning to end

  • 5 David Harrison 13th Nov 2023

    Despite my father having a pre-arranged funeral plan in place we received a great deal of support and advice during this difficult time. We were kept informed of all the necessary arrangements to get my father into the chapel of rest and advice on what documentation was required and how to get it.
    Arrangements were made for the church service and the burial leaving the family time to make our own personal arrangements regarding the service content and funeral attendance etc. We were contacted regularly to check everything was ok and the funeral itself went exactly as planned. Thank you to David and his team for their support in the lead up to and on the day of the funeral itself. After support was offered and we only need to call if this is required. We could not have asked for more.

  • 5 Paul Hudson 13th Nov 2023

    Exceptional professional service with a personal touch.  A high degree of sensitivity and attention to what matters displayed at all time.  At a stressful time the team removed stress where they could.

  • 5 Susann Howlett 16th Oct 2023

    Can’t rate the service we received high enough,David was fantastic from the  beginning even after the funeral he was in touch to see how we were ,They were very attentive and respectful and couldn’t help you enough they made the awful process even more bearable and Maria who preformed the service was outstanding with her attention to detail and background research.For the one process that no one wants to do they have made it easy with respect and dignity for our loved one 

  • 5 Brian Lintott 12th Oct 2023

    Thankyou so much for your excellent service at such a sad time.

  • 5 Nigel Buckley 9th Oct 2023

    A very caring and very professional company. Very helpful and there for us every step of the way.

  • 4 Colin Thompson 25th Sep 2023

    Very professional from start to finish made sure everyone in main car was relaxed the best they could be apart from mistake with one of the music requests it was a very good send off

  • 5 Les Doyle 25th Sep 2023

    David was amazing and dealt with us as a family with a heart felt touch and would highly recommend your service to everyone

  • 5 Angela Chaftney 25th Sep 2023

    Excellent and caring service from all staff

  • 5 Sally Cooper 11th Sep 2023

    Excellent support received by the Houghton team, David, Holly and Lisa. Beautiful service received in memory of my beautiful Mum. Thanks so much to you all for everything. 

  • 5 Graeme Young 30th Aug 2023

    Brilliant service from start to finish,every little detail sorted so professionally,could praise enough.

  • 5 Colin Middlemass 11th Jul 2023

    The staff were so professional and came across as really caring during this difficult time explaining every detail of mams funeral arrangements. We were kept up to date on everything and the day went to plan which was very much appreciated. 

    Special thanks to David and Hollie whom we're excellent. Thanks to you both!

  • 5 Karon Purvis 11th Jul 2023

    The services provided by David, Holly and the team were excellent. The care, support and guidance ensured we had the exact service we wanted for Geoff

  • 5 Christine Dougal 10th Jul 2023

    David Simm and staff were extremely professional, compassionate  and helpful and guided us through the whole process. The service was excellent. The Celebrant,Ann Ferrier, did a great job at leading the service.
    David even followed through after the funeral to see if we were managing and if there was anything he could help us with. We thank them all for their support and kindness at this difficult and sad time.
    I would definitely recommend the Coop funeral service.

  • 5 Jean Whitehead 3rd Jul 2023

    This was a difficult time and an a-typical funeral, but it proved to be, for me, just right - simple, dignified, emotional. I cannot fault Houghton-le-Spring Funeralcare, who were very understanding. I would recommend them to anybody. Thank you. Sister of the deceased

  • 5 George Lowther 3rd Jul 2023

    Caring, courteous and friendly throughout. Made our mother's passing a little easier.

  • 5 Alison Mullen 3rd Jul 2023

    As I’ve never done a funeral before I was lost as to where to start and these guys were amazing. I turned up at the office and they made me feel so as ease and took the pressure off me straight away, they made it so easy and on the day it was a lovely service. Thanks again for your help. 

  • 5 Philip Jones 19th Jun 2023

    Graeat

  • 5 Susan Kerr 27th Feb 2023

    Thank you for organising my dad’s funeral so well.  It’s very much appreciated 
    Pam Jubb

  • 5 Paul Green 27th Feb 2023

    I very helpful and considerate service throughout a difficult time.

  • 5 Leslie Davison 27th Feb 2023

    David looked after us very well and Lisa and holly were very professional. 

  • 5 Catharine Cattanach 20th Feb 2023

    They were fantastic, so caring and helped us with both my Dad and Mams funeral needs 

  • 5 David Harding 6th Feb 2023

    The staff are wonderful, we were treat with patience and kindness throughout.

  • 5 Mary McFadden 30th Jan 2023

    I cannot thank the Co Op funeral care enough for their kindness, support, care and compassion following the passing of our loved one, not just for taking such special care of all the arrangements, but also for their after care, taking the time and trouble to keep in contact and making sure the family were Ok, following our bereavement.
    Every single person was so helpful, and respectful, always going the extra mile, nothing was too much trouble.
    A special thank you to Holly, who patiently listed and advised, an absolute angel.
    We have used the Co Op funeral care now for 5 of our loved ones, and would recommend their services without hesitation.

Address
Gilpin Lodge
Hetton Road
Houghton-le-Spring
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8JL

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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

Latest Verified Reviews

Judith Creaser 21st Nov 2023

Handled with the utmost respect and care that our loved one required. We would like to say a big Thank you to Lisa who dealt with the Dads Funeral Arrangements and to David (both at the Houghton office), who oversaw the actual Funeral on the day. They were both so very helpful, kind,and accommodating with our requests. We could not fault their friendly professionalism. We would also like to Thank everyone from the 2 gentlemen that came to the house the evening of his passing, to the team at Washington,who took care of him whilst in their care. Our Thanks also go to John Wilmott who helped put together Dads Ulogy and who oversaw the Service at Durham Crematorium. So on behalf of myself, Mam, brother & all our immediate family , Thank you, just THANK YOU.

Sheila Johnston 14th Nov 2023

Amazing and caring service from beginning to end

David Harrison 13th Nov 2023

Despite my father having a pre-arranged funeral plan in place we received a great deal of support and advice during this difficult time. We were kept informed of all the necessary arrangements to get my father into the chapel of rest and advice on what documentation was required and how to get it. Arrangements were made for the church service and the burial leaving the family time to make our own personal arrangements regarding the service content and funeral attendance etc. We were contacted regularly to check everything was ok and the funeral itself went exactly as planned. Thank you to David and his team for their support in the lead up to and on the day of the funeral itself. After support was offered and we only need to call if this is required. We could not have asked for more.

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