Co-op Funeralcare, Westerhope

153 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Jean Ruddy 24th Aug 2022

Everything possible that had to be taken care of, the Co-op saw to it. From beginning to end everything was first class. All the staff, from the beginning of this experience to the final end, were the best.  Everyone was so understanding at this awful time and so kind. My heartfelt thanks to them all.

Carol Margerrison 22nd Aug 2022

Excellent team; professional, empathetic, supportive

Michael Duffy 1st Aug 2022

Professional, friendly, helpful, sympathetic, what more could you ask?

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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

Westfield House
Newbiggin Lane
Westerhope
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE5 1LX

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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 743 0254

About Us

Co-op Funeralcare, Westerhope is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Tyne and 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, Westerhope 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 Westerhope 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 Westerhope, Co-op Funeralcare, Westerhope 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, Westerhope in Tyne and 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, Westerhope 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 Jean Ruddy 24th Aug 2022

    Everything possible that had to be taken care of, the Co-op saw to it. From beginning to end everything was first class. All the staff, from the beginning of this experience to the final end, were the best. 

    Everyone was so understanding at this awful time and so kind. My heartfelt thanks to them all.

  • 5 Carol Margerrison 22nd Aug 2022

    Excellent team; professional, empathetic, supportive

  • 5 Michael Duffy 1st Aug 2022

    Professional, friendly, helpful, sympathetic, what more could you ask?

  • 5 Norman Davison 1st Aug 2022

    The staff and their services were great and helpful when sorting out the details. The funeral service was good and the staff were very attentive and helpful with all the details. I would recommend them to anyone.

  • 5 Gordon Craig 1st Aug 2022

    The Co op funeral Services in Westerhope are first class, Garry the funeral director organised everything and nothing was missed, and a mention to Petra who was excellent and very empathetic.
    I would highly recommend using them.

    Thank you so much

  • 5 Suzanne Bainbridge 25th Jul 2022

    Great service at a stressful time. It was very nice that there was no hard sell so we got just what we'd wanted for our Father.

    We were kept well informed all the way.

    I've just received his ashes and they're in a nice sturdy urn-shaped container. His ashes are to be scattered so we hadn't even thought about it so it's nice that it's turned out to be of a decent quality.

    The "courier" who has just delivered his ashes is obviously one of their employees and not just a standard delivery company. It was a nice touch of respect that even he was dressed in a dress shirt and pants, too hot for a jacket.

  • 5 Ian Allan 18th Jul 2022

    A very difficult time for us was handled with the utmost care and dignity by Gary and Petra and the team

  • 5 David Campbell 18th Jul 2022

    I was very impressed with the whole package very sympatheticly done. Would recommend co-op to anyone.

  • 5 Michael Stafford 11th Jul 2022

    The staff were excellent and they carried out my brother's wishes in accordance with his funeral plan
    The staff were very efficient and caring

  • 5 Keith Dowson 11th Jul 2022

    Excellent service Gary was brillicit. A really caring man and a credit to your organisation.
    Thank you.
    Keith Dowson

  • 5 Neil Thomas 3rd Jul 2022

    I felt from the first moment I called the coop funeral care about my mams passing they treated me like a family member Gary MGee was my right man all the was through, Dianne and Petra from the Westerhope branch comforted me and my family again all the way through 
    even after the service and now 2 weeks later they still care with a call to ask how I was doing the  arranging of a cremation burial plot 
    I can not say enough in this review that will give these guys justice 
    so I will thank them all from the bottom my heart what a great Team 
    The very best kind regards Neil

  • 5 Kenneth Bland 28th Jun 2022

    Excellent ,professional and compassionate.

  • 5 Susan Hickey 20th Jun 2022

    The Co op Funeral Care in Westerhope have gone out of their way to ensure that my husband's funeral was exactly what we hoped for. Throughout, the whole team have been extremely supportive not only in the organising of the funeral but also supporting myself and my family during this difficult period. I have called upon the Co op Funeral care on three occasions(twice in Nottingham) and they have always surpassed my expectations.

  • 5 John Myhill 13th Jun 2022

    From first contact Chris made us feel comfortable and very at ease. His help was invaluable to all of us as a family. Our heartfelt thanks. 

  • 5 Terry Lisle 7th Jun 2022

    Great service and very efficient and friendly.

  • 5 Melanie Burke 7th Jun 2022

    Professional from the start. All staff courteous & polite, from the office admin to the staff on day of funeral. Was informed of every step along the way. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend. Thank you so much.

  • 5 Lynne Chambers 6th Jun 2022

    Gary and team provided an outstanding service - the care and attention to detail were second to none.  They took the stress out of arrangements   True professionals and very much appreciated

  • 5 Kathleen Allen 6th Jun 2022

    Couldnt fault anything they did for us in arranging mams funeral (especially Gary). Would highly recommend because of their professionism and empathy throughout.

  • 5 Paula Towns 30th May 2022

    Everything from first contact to the day itself was handled with sympathy and professionalism. Gary kept us informed at every step and really helped make a difficult time so easy to navigate for the whole family.

  • 5 Helen Richardson 30th May 2022

    Very supportive and kind staff and everything went as planned .

  • 5 Liz Pasola 24th May 2022

    Kevin Petra and the team were understanding and my instructions were carried out professionally but with understanding and dignity They deserve five star rating .🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • 5 Mary Simpson Drew 23rd May 2022

    The service we received from all the staff at Co-op Westerhope branch was excellent.
    Nothing was a problem to them, my family and I are so grateful for all the help Gary Diane and all staff gave at this very difficult time
    Many thanks

  • 5 Mavis Smith 17th May 2022

    Gary McGee Funeral Director of Co-op Funeral, Westerhope was excellent, he listened and advised to everything I wanted then carried it out. I couldn't have wished for anything better than this well organised, compassionate service.

  • 5 Doreen O'Neill 16th May 2022

    The funeral directorGary, was understanding, helpful, patient, and respectful. Couldn't fault the service

  • 5 Alan Baker 10th May 2022

    Excellent service   Kevin was brilliant 

Address
Westfield House
Newbiggin Lane
Westerhope
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE5 1LX

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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

Jean Ruddy 24th Aug 2022

Everything possible that had to be taken care of, the Co-op saw to it. From beginning to end everything was first class. All the staff, from the beginning of this experience to the final end, were the best.  Everyone was so understanding at this awful time and so kind. My heartfelt thanks to them all.

Carol Margerrison 22nd Aug 2022

Excellent team; professional, empathetic, supportive

Michael Duffy 1st Aug 2022

Professional, friendly, helpful, sympathetic, what more could you ask?

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