Funeral Directors in Altrincham
Herbert Murray Funeral Directors looks after Altrincham families from our independent funeral home in nearby Ashton upon Mersey. We’re not part of a national chain, so you’ll deal with the same small, caring team from your first call to the day of the funeral – and long after, if you need us.
Funerals in Altrincham and Dunham Massey
Many Altrincham families choose Altrincham Crematorium on Whitehouse Lane, Dunham Massey, set in peaceful grounds on the edge of the Dunham estate. Burials can take place at Dunham Lawn Cemetery beside it, or at Hale Cemetery on Hale Road.
We’re around 15 minutes from Altrincham town centre, so we can visit you at home if you’d rather not travel. We’ll handle the crematorium booking, the doctor’s paperwork and every third party, and give you a written, itemised estimate before anything is agreed.
Direct cremation in Altrincham
If your loved one wanted no fuss, or you’d prefer to hold a memorial in your own way later, a direct cremation may be right for you. Ours costs £1,550 including crematorium fees. We bring your loved one into our care, look after them at our funeral home, and carry out a dignified, unattended cremation at a local crematorium. The ashes can then be returned to you. Read more about direct and simple funerals.
Our funeral home is run by Steph Douglas and our small, dedicated team. Meet the team.
Herbert Murray Funeral Directors is an independent, family-run funeral home on Green Lane, Ashton upon Mersey, caring for families in Altrincham and across Trafford. Call us 24 hours a day on 0161 962 3456.
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We are here to guide and support you throughout your journey and are part of the local Altrinhcam, Hale community. With connections to local churches including Altrincham Methodist Church, Altrincham Baptist Church, St Margarets Church and Hale Methodist Church. We are available to answer any questions you may have on 0161 962 3456 or alternatively you can read our guides online in your own time.
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Funeral FAQs – Altrincham
Where is Altrincham Crematorium?
It’s on Whitehouse Lane, Dunham Massey, WA14 5RH, on the western edge of Altrincham.
Can we see our loved one before the funeral?
Yes. Our chapel of rest on Green Lane is open by appointment, and we’ll make sure your visit is quiet and unhurried.
Do you cover Bowdon and Broadheath?
Yes. We serve Altrincham and all of its surrounding areas, including Bowdon, Broadheath and Hale.
Funeral services for Altrincham families
- Cremation – a full service at the crematorium, or a church service followed by a short committal. Cremation
- Burial – in a new or existing family grave, including arranging for the headstone to be removed and re-fixed. Burial
- Direct cremation – £1,550 including crematorium fees. Direct cremation
- Simple funeral – £3,390 including third-party fees, with the family attending the crematorium or graveside.
- Bespoke funerals – horse-drawn or alternative vehicles, themed coffins, flowers, music and orders of service. Things to think about
- Religious or non-religious ceremonies, with ministers, celebrants and humanists we know well.
Why families choose Herbert Murray
- Genuinely independent and family-run – locally owned and run from Green Lane, not part of a national group
- Fully regulated member of SAIF, and rated one of the Three Best Rated funeral directors in Trafford
- Rated 5.0 from 103 Google reviews and 5.0 from 43 Facebook reviews
- Our own chapel of rest and in-house embalming on Green Lane
- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, on 0161 962 3456
- Clear, written estimates, no obligation and no hard sell
If someone has died, call us now on 0161 962 3456 – day or night. We’ll tell you exactly what happens next. Arranging a funeral · Contact us
Other areas we cover
Hale · Timperley · Brooklands · Partington · Trafford · All areas we cover