Co-op Funeralcare, Whitley Bay

108 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Philip Beever 30th May 2022

Chris and the team made organising the funeral so simple for us and all went the extra mile to make sure all went to plan 

Jonathon Coates 23rd May 2022

Chris & Shirley looked us very well & all went very smoothly despite having a burial 100 miles from the funeral service. Many thanks. 

Anthony Piper 16th May 2022

Myself and my family could not have been more pleased with the service we received from Chris and Shirley at Whitley bay, they were both sympathetic and caring,  and also extremely professional,  and went to great lengths to ensure this difficult time was as painless as it could be, I would have no hesitation in recommending this service to anyone, 

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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

Algernon House
Algernon Place
Whitley Bay
Tyne and Wear
NE26 2DT

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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 0156

About Us

Co-op Funeralcare, Whitley Bay 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, Whitley Bay 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 Whitley Bay 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 Whitley Bay, Co-op Funeralcare, Whitley Bay 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, Whitley Bay in Tyne & Wear is open from 10:00 - 14:00. 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, Whitley Bay 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 Philip Beever 30th May 2022

    Chris and the team made organising the funeral so simple for us and all went the extra mile to make sure all went to plan 

  • 5 Jonathon Coates 23rd May 2022

    Chris & Shirley looked us very well & all went very smoothly despite having a burial 100 miles from the funeral service. Many thanks. 

  • 5 Anthony Piper 16th May 2022

    Myself and my family could not have been more pleased with the service we received from Chris and Shirley at Whitley bay, they were both sympathetic and caring,  and also extremely professional,  and went to great lengths to ensure this difficult time was as painless as it could be, I would have no hesitation in recommending this service to anyone, 

  • 5 Anne Shackleton 16th May 2022

    Shirley and Chris have been incredibly efficient, supportive and committed to our needs. From the first phone call, asking for help when Doris passed away suddenly, to making sure we arrived safely at the Wake with her picture and flower tributes, they made a sad time bearable. Thank you.

  • 5 Joan Bruce 9th May 2022

    Wonderful people who I cannot thank enough. Kind caring and professional. 

  • 5 Miles Christopher Jackson 9th May 2022

    CooP Funeral Care we’re so professional, friendly, compassionate at every step. 

  • 5 Cate Watkinson 3rd May 2022

    The whole process was dealt with efficiently and with care and deepest respect.
    Friendly helpful and courteous staff.

  • 5 Anne-Marie Ellison-Wardlaw 25th Apr 2022

    Very sympathetic, understanding and supportive through a difficult time. There was no hard sell and all staff acted with the utmost professionalism and dignity. The web link did not work on the day of the funeral which was very disappointing for some of my relatives living abroad but this was not through any fault of the funeral directors but an issue with the local authority however every effort was made to help find an alternative solution.

  • 5 Fiona Gleghorn-Newton 12th Apr 2022

    Friendly and supportive service

  • 5 Christine Covell 4th Apr 2022

    I would just like to thank all at Whitley bay co-op Funeralcare a very big thank you from myself and my family for all your special care help and guidance in helping me to give Mary a lovely farewell. Also  Gill Atkinson the  celebrant all her time and care for a beautiful service. Regards. Christine. 

  • 5 Beverley Bettney 4th Apr 2022

    First class …… nothing a bother or left to chance.
    Thank you 

  • 5 David Hannah 28th Mar 2022

    Perfect in every way during a difficult time.

  • 5 Chris Bourn 28th Mar 2022

    Very respectful and professional service

  • 5 Geraldine McIlmurray 25th Mar 2022

    The staff were very efficient, helpful and understanding during all procedures. Shirley offered great advice on all aspects of the necessary arrangements without pressure. The funeral director organised everything on the day with great respect. 

  • 5 Christine Grey 24th Mar 2022

    Excellent service before, during and after Mam's funeral. Compassionate members of staff making myself and family feel at ease at all times. Extremely helpful with regards to choosing various items needed for said funeral. Both Chris and Gill very professional attending to all our needs making Mam's funeral perfect.

  • 5 Alison Bancroft 14th Mar 2022

    Organising a funeral will always be difficult, but Chris Henderson and the team at Co-op Whitley Bay made the whole process very straightforward. They were kind, compassionate and efficient, and ensured that my mum's funeral was exactly how she and the family wanted it. I can't recommend them highly enough. 

  • 4 Julie-Anne Jobling 7th Mar 2022

    Good service. Would use again.

  • 5 Deborah Anderson 3rd Mar 2022

    Couldn't fault the service, excellent all round.

  • 4 Paul Scullion 28th Feb 2022

    The funeral was handled with the most care and respect for my mother. I would like to thank everyone who was involved with the service.

  • 4 Sharon Watson 28th Feb 2022

    Great service and very professional , really nice to deal with 

  • 5 Geof Mood 21st Feb 2022

    Professional and respectful throughout.

  • 5 Sarah Allton 21st Feb 2022

    Chris and the team at Whitley Bay Co-Op Funeralcare made a very difficult time much easier with their compassion and excellent customer service. They explained everything clearly, and were supportive of the things that we wanted to arrange separately. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

  • 5 Christine Featonby 19th Feb 2022

    After having a very poor experience with a Co-op franchise many years ago, I swore I wouldn’t use the Co-op again. But friends recommended this coastal franchise, combining North Shields, Whitley Bay and Blyth and I’m so glad I listened to them.  Kelly (based in Blyth) and Shirley (in Whitley Bay) have completely restored my faith. They dealt with my family with great professionalism, empathy and kindness. Nothing was too much trouble ( even down to Kelly’s offer to keep an eye on our dog during the funeral service, an offer we didn't need in the end, but was most appreciated!) My aunt’s funeral went without a hitch and we certainly felt looked after all the way through.  Thank you ladies, for everything you did for us. 

  • 5 Wendy Stephenson 14th Feb 2022

    The service I received at this saddest of times was exemplary.. both Chris & Shirley could not have been anymore helpful..everything was explained fully and taken care of in a sympathetic & caring manner.. the team on the day of the funeral were also exemplary.. I would have no hesitation in recommending your funeral care services to anyone..

    Chris & Shirley at Whitley Bay are an asset to your Company..

  • 5 Christine Simmons 14th Feb 2022

    Thank you to Chris and Shirley at Whitley Bay for guiding us through everything, they were so helpful and caring it made a huge difference to us at such an upsetting time.

Address
Algernon House
Algernon Place
Whitley Bay
Tyne and Wear
NE26 2DT

Open map

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

Philip Beever 30th May 2022

Chris and the team made organising the funeral so simple for us and all went the extra mile to make sure all went to plan 

Jonathon Coates 23rd May 2022

Chris & Shirley looked us very well & all went very smoothly despite having a burial 100 miles from the funeral service. Many thanks. 

Anthony Piper 16th May 2022

Myself and my family could not have been more pleased with the service we received from Chris and Shirley at Whitley bay, they were both sympathetic and caring,  and also extremely professional,  and went to great lengths to ensure this difficult time was as painless as it could be, I would have no hesitation in recommending this service to anyone, 

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