Gallagher Family Funeral Directors

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Family run funeral directors in Keighley serving bereaved families with caring funeral arrangements.

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

Airedale House
Skipton Rd
Utley
West Yorkshire
BD20 6DT

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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
  • AGFD

    The Association of Green Funeral Directors accredits funeral directors who offer genuinely environmentally responsible funerals. Accreditation is earned by showing what the business actually offers, not by paying a subscription.

    What they do

    • Accredits funeral directors offering environmentally responsible funerals
    • Checks that coffins, embalming and burial options meet its standards
    • Helps families find natural burial grounds and greener alternatives
    • Expects accredited members to keep meeting the standard

About Us

Gallagher Family Funeral Directors is an independent family funeral director in Keighley, and have been serving the people and families of the town and its surrounding districts since 1993.

The business was established by David and Adele Gallagher, with the aim of becoming Keighley's first choice funeral director by maintaining a personal caring approach to all families of the bereaved. Their son, Sam, has recently joined the business sharing the same vision and caring values.

The Gallagher family aims to offer the highest level of care and attention with a flexible approach to individual needs by offering clear funeral options and transparent pricing.

Gallagher Family Funeral Directors are very proud to employ carefully chosen members of staff who show the care, respect and understanding that you would expect from a family business. Every funeral director is fully trained and qualified, obtaining industry recognised diplomas from the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD).

The compassionate staff at Gallagher’s all understand the difficult nature of funeral arrangements, but believe it is always worthwhile contacting at least two businesses, so you can compare the services they offer and all the costs involved, as no two funerals or funeral directors are the same.

The team at the funeral home in Keighley will listen to you and make you feel at ease, to try and to help make the process of arranging a funeral easier and more bearable.

You are welcome to visit the premises by appointment to meet the family, who will answer any questions you may have.

Call Gallagher Family Funeral Directors now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families praise the consistent care and professionalism shown throughout the funeral process, describing staff as compassionate, understanding, and genuinely invested in supporting them through their grief. Families often mention that arrangements were explained clearly, questions answered patiently, and that they felt their loved one was treated with dignity and respect from the moment of collection through to the final service.

On the day of the funeral itself, families repeatedly note that staff guided them through each step with sensitivity, ensuring proceedings ran smoothly despite often difficult circumstances such as poor weather or large numbers of mourners. Several describe the funeral day as a beautiful, memorable occasion that reflected their loved one's life and wishes.

Communication emerges as something families return to frequently, with many noting that they were kept regularly informed and that staff made themselves available by phone, email, and in person whenever questions arose or reassurance was needed. Families appreciate that staff checked in on their wellbeing, not just the arrangements, and that nothing seemed too much trouble, whether accommodating specific requests, organising unusual elements, or handling complex family situations.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Andrew Snaith 8th May 2022

    A huge thank you to Gallagher's Simon especially , making sure we were all ok all the time and every aspect covered . We were made to feel very comfortable and his communication was fantastic. Thank you

  • 5 Rebecca Sawyer 6th May 2022

    David Lawson was great throughout - serious and somber when required, straight talking, and pleasant and relax at the appropriate times.

  • 5 Christopher Cookson 3rd May 2022

    At such a difficult time, it was reassuring to be able to count on the professional, caring and compassionate, service offered by David and his team. From our first contact, everyone just seemed to know the right things to say and do, and their guidance and understanding were invaluable. Thank you for the impeccable way you handled everything.

  • 5 Joe Taylor-Hannah 29th Apr 2022

    Having met with Sam only a few hours after our beloved had died, straight away he made us feel confident in our decision to go with Gallagher Family Funeral Directors. Not only did they provide the best care possible to our beloved but they showed the same care to us as a family. Nothing was ever too much...truly amazing people for whom we are so grateful of their service.

  • 5 Michael Kelly 9th Apr 2022

    The organising and the funeral of my Dear Wife Kath was absolutely superb.My family and I are ever so grateful to you all at Gallagher Family Funeral Directors.The word FAMILY needs underlining a few times.

  • 5 John Watson 8th Apr 2022

    Considerate , helpful and efficient service with appropriate suggestions when required.

  • 5 Michael Kennedy 4th Apr 2022

    Nothing was overlooked. The whole family would have been lost without the help of the Gallagher staff. Many thanks.

  • 5 David Turner Smith 4th Apr 2022

    Excellent support from first contact to organisation, the funeral & follow up on donations. The whole team led by Sam were very understanding & made the day a celebration of my Mum Molly’s life.
    Many thanks Dave Smith 

  • 5 Michael Peers 2nd Apr 2022

    The service was very professional and traditional and put the family first. Always checking to make sure that we were ok. I would highly recommend. Thank you for all your support in this sad time.

  • 5 Linda Atkinson 1st Apr 2022

    They were very helpful and considerate of our situation. Keeping us informed at all times of decisions to be made and the time line of things as they happened but at the same time not allowing us to be worried about insignificant things and as I wanted kept the day itself formal but with the right degree of lightness that we wanted.

  • 5 Angela McGlynn 28th Mar 2022

    Very professional and respectful 
    I would certainly recommend Gallagher’s and Paula Malone that took the service 

  • 5 Peter Coates 27th Mar 2022

    No one wants to have to employ the services of a funeral director. So when you do, it's good to know David and his team are there for you when you need them.

  • 5 Ian Lilley 21st Mar 2022

    So professional thank you so much
    Ian

  • 5 Lisa Lord 19th Mar 2022

    Excellent service from Simon from start to finish. Nothing was too much trouble, even last minute requests were accommodated with no problems at all. Thank you for making the organisation of my Dad's funeral as painless as possible.

  • 5 Fiona Godfrey-Faussett 14th Mar 2022

    Gallaghers were recommended to us by a friend and we couldn’t have been looked after better. Sam took such care to support us to give Joy the funeral we wanted for her. He was professional and empathetic - perfect. Thank you Sam!  And I can see that a big benefit of an independent funeral director is that the funeral really can be personal in every detail.  

  • 4 Julie Ward 10th Mar 2022

    As a family we were extremely pleased with the sensitive way in which David Gallagher, his son Sam and their employees managed our dads funeral arrangements. We would thoroughly recommend them. 

  • 5 Kevin Feeny 8th Mar 2022

    Can’t thank Simon and the team enough for making what is a difficult time for us go so smoothly. 

  • 5 Denise Scully 6th Mar 2022

    What can I say, perfect service, nothing too much trouble day, night or weekend to deal with. From the very first phone call we as a family were treat with the utmost respect and compassion. Our face-to-face meeting was held with dignity. Our dad was well looked after as were the bereaved family. Mr David Lawson looked after us from start to finish leaving us with nothing to worry about. I would definitely recommend David Gallaghers to conduct your funeral requirements.

  • 5 Kay Fern 5th Mar 2022

    Thank you so much to Sam and the staff at David Gallagher's. Not only were they courteous, polite and friendly but gentle, caring and understanding of the difficult decisions you have to make. Thank you for looking after mum.

  • 5 Julie Mountain 28th Feb 2022

    From start to finish David was so helpful and kind.
    He really looked after the whole family.
    A very sad time but he made it bare able for us all.

    Thank you all so much.

    Janette Stephen and Julie Boland  

  • 5 Tracy Griffiths 25th Feb 2022

    Excellent service from the start, very caring through a very difficult time...... Absolutely amazing I could t thank them enough, nothing was too much trouble.

  • 5 Michael Krajnyk 24th Feb 2022

    Excellent service with a personal touch always prepared to go the extra mile.

  • 5 James Richardson 11th Feb 2022

    Really couldn't be more pleased with the services provided by David and his team. Every step of the way taken care and with total professionalism whilst showing compassion and understanding in a truly difficult time.

  • 5 Elisabeth ( Libby ) Nowell 9th Feb 2022

    Having previously used Gallagher Family Funeral Directors we did not hesitate to use them again following the loss of our Mum. Their service throughout was second to none and every stage from our initial contact right through to our Mum’s funeral service was professionally administered and was dignified, sensitive and respectful of our wishes. Nothing was too much trouble for David and his team and we would certainly have no reservations in recommending them.

  • 5 Amanda Spedding 7th Feb 2022

    Wonderful attention to detail with care and support given to the family throughout

Address
Airedale House
Skipton Rd
Utley
West Yorkshire
BD20 6DT

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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
  • AGFD

    The Association of Green Funeral Directors accredits funeral directors who offer genuinely environmentally responsible funerals. Accreditation is earned by showing what the business actually offers, not by paying a subscription.

    What they do

    • Accredits funeral directors offering environmentally responsible funerals
    • Checks that coffins, embalming and burial options meet its standards
    • Helps families find natural burial grounds and greener alternatives
    • Expects accredited members to keep meeting the standard

Latest Verified Reviews

Andrew Snaith 8th May 2022

A huge thank you to Gallagher's Simon especially , making sure we were all ok all the time and every aspect covered . We were made to feel very comfortable and his communication was fantastic. Thank you

Rebecca Sawyer 6th May 2022

David Lawson was great throughout - serious and somber when required, straight talking, and pleasant and relax at the appropriate times.

Christopher Cookson 3rd May 2022

At such a difficult time, it was reassuring to be able to count on the professional, caring and compassionate, service offered by David and his team. From our first contact, everyone just seemed to know the right things to say and do, and their guidance and understanding were invaluable. Thank you for the impeccable way you handled everything.

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