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

Carol Willey 2nd Mar 2021

An excellent team all round. They helped me every step of the way including what to do with forms for the bank and other organisations that I had to complete I would definitely recommend the Co op funeral service to anyone Many thanks

Andrew Bowes 1st Mar 2021

A very good service provided by David and his team. The family are very grateful for all the help and support received at such a difficult time. 

Jan Harland 17th Feb 2021

Our funeral director, David & all of the team at Gilpin Lodge are the most empathetic, considerate & helpful  people, whilst still maintaining a superb standard of professionalism. Unfortunately this is the second family funeral I have had to arrange within the past six months & I can not thank them enough for their support during both. I would not hesitate in recommending them, as both funerals were conducted with such care & attention. Even at this difficult time, with all the restrictions, both funerals felt very personal to all our family.

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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.

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Verified Reviews

  • 5 Carol Willey 2nd Mar 2021

    An excellent team all round. They helped me every step of the way including what to do with forms for the bank and other organisations that I had to complete I would definitely recommend the Co op funeral service to anyone Many thanks

  • 5 Andrew Bowes 1st Mar 2021

    A very good service provided by David and his team. The family are very grateful for all the help and support received at such a difficult time. 

  • 5 Jan Harland 17th Feb 2021

    Our funeral director, David & all of the team at Gilpin Lodge are the most empathetic, considerate & helpful  people, whilst still maintaining a superb standard of professionalism. Unfortunately this is the second family funeral I have had to arrange within the past six months & I can not thank them enough for their support during both. I would not hesitate in recommending them, as both funerals were conducted with such care & attention. Even at this difficult time, with all the restrictions, both funerals felt very personal to all our family.

  • 5 Gary Oxenham 15th Feb 2021

    I would like to thank all of the coop funeral staff for an excellent service especially David who was extremely professional throughout he phoned me on a regular basis to give advice and to make sure everything on my side was prepared.
    Thanks again
    Gary Oxenham

  • 5 Scott Lynn 15th Feb 2021

    David and the team couldn’t have done any more for us, excellent friendly service.

  • 5 Yvonne Damsell 15th Feb 2021

    Everything from start to finish was great like to say from the whole family thank you very much 

  • 5 Gloria Lewins 9th Feb 2021

    Can't thank David and Holly for the care and support they have shown towards us whilst dealing with my husbands funeral. Thank you

  • 5 Julie Stabler 1st Feb 2021

    The co-op funeral sevice i would recommend to anyone.
    Warm ,kind, caring and compationate. Kept in touch to see how the family were during a sad time . Were always available for help and advice.
    Truly a lovely service provided

  • 5 Judith Milburn 26th Jan 2021

    We think David and his team wen the extra mile for our family.

    Horner family

  • 5 Edwin Sidey 25th Jan 2021

    Excellent service, from the initial contact to the day of the service so considerate

  • 5 Beverley Knox 10th Jan 2021

    Couldn't have asked for anyone to be more caring and supportive than the staff at Houghton Co Op Funeral Care - especially Funeral Director, Simon.

    He was genuinely interested in us as a family and explained everything that was to happen and options open to us.

    A distressing time was made as stress-free and light-hearted as is possible in these circumstances.

    Thank you so much.

  • 5 Brenda Towers 8th Jan 2021

    Would like to thank both Simon and David for the care and attention during our sad loss, so much so that we are considering arranging our own funerals some time soon. I would also like to thank Simon for his time trying to locate dads ashes.

  • 5 Kay O'Hara 1st Jan 2021

    David Simm and his staff were throughout professional, courteous and respectful.
    David ensured that we were given as much help and support that we needed during the difficult two weeks. It was a comfort to know that they were only a telephone call away whenever it was needed. I would fully recommend them.
    With many thanks Kay O'Hara

  • 5 Alan Wardle 30th Dec 2020

    Very professional, everything ran smoothly and there were no issues throughout.  Would fully recommend and many thanks for a very stress free situation, which was very much appreciated.

  • 5 Sergio Giusti 21st Dec 2020

    Excellent service

  • 5 Gill Davidson 14th Dec 2020

    We were so happy that in spite of Covid restrictions, Dad's funeral was a lovely one. The balance of professionalism & genuine warmth shown towards us put us all at ease from start to finish. Thankyou so much.

  • 5 Karen Peel 14th Dec 2020

    I dealt with David at the Houghton branch, I can’t fault him at all, from beginning to end always kind and professional, excellent communication from himself and other staff, listened to what we wanted and went above and beyond to make sure everything was as we had asked, a bereavement is a devastating time for any family but once Harry was taken to Houghton David’s reassurance made us feel like Harry was being looked after , even in death and that is what you need to know for peace of mind, a credit to your company 

  • 5 Victor Roberts 14th Dec 2020

    Excellent service from David and his team helpful throughout 1st class

  • 5 Ann Janes 2nd Dec 2020

    You were all very professional and respectful to my family.  We found all the staff involved from reception to David Sim gave an excellent service including the Celebrant David.  Thank you so much.

    Ann Janes & family

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

Carol Willey 2nd Mar 2021

An excellent team all round. They helped me every step of the way including what to do with forms for the bank and other organisations that I had to complete I would definitely recommend the Co op funeral service to anyone Many thanks

Andrew Bowes 1st Mar 2021

A very good service provided by David and his team. The family are very grateful for all the help and support received at such a difficult time. 

Jan Harland 17th Feb 2021

Our funeral director, David & all of the team at Gilpin Lodge are the most empathetic, considerate & helpful  people, whilst still maintaining a superb standard of professionalism. Unfortunately this is the second family funeral I have had to arrange within the past six months & I can not thank them enough for their support during both. I would not hesitate in recommending them, as both funerals were conducted with such care & attention. Even at this difficult time, with all the restrictions, both funerals felt very personal to all our family.

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