Co-Operative Funeral Services LTD

05/03/2026

Let’s Be Honest. Grief has a habit of showing up at the strangest moments. In the supermarket. In traffic. Halfway through a normal Tuesday. It doesn’t follow logic, or a schedule. When did it catch you off guard? 👀

04/03/2026

When it comes to grief, we don’t all turn to the same people for support. In our recent study, we found regional differences in how comfortable people feel discussing grief. These insights remind us that while experiences vary, there is no “correct” way to grieve. What matters most is finding support that feels right for you. Read more about the research and what it means by clicking the link below.
https://spr.ly/6183hffON

03/03/2026

Although we’re one nation, we don’t grieve as one.
Across the UK, loss is felt, expressed and honoured in deeply different ways. We listened to communities share their experiences of grief, and what they told us may surprise you. Take time to explore their stories here: https://coop.uk/40thN7k

02/03/2026

Up to £250 off funeral plans until 4th May, plus our members save even more. T&Cs apply https://coop.uk/4rX6dhb

25/02/2026

No two goodbyes look the same. Our new report, How the Nation Grieves, explores the many ways communities across the UK experience and express loss. Discover the insights, celebrate diverse approaches, and learn how Co-op Funeralcare supports every choice along the way. https://spr.ly/6187hocyt

22/02/2026

Let’s Settle This. Black outfits and quiet hymns…or bright colours and big stories? For some, it’s about reflection. For others, it’s about raising a glass. And sometimes, it’s both. Where do you stand? 🩵

20/02/2026

Let’s Be Honest. Sometimes it isn’t the big gestures. It’s the text that said nothing complicated.The cup of tea left on the bedside. The person who just sat there and didn’t try to fix it. What’s something small (or big) that meant everything to you? 🩵

14/02/2026

Love doesn't end just because a life does but it sure makes days like today feel heavy.
You don’t have to do anything or feel any certain way. Just take it one hour at a time.

09/02/2026

Missing them can show up in unexpected moments. That’s part of grief, even when it catches you off guard. Grief is weird 💙

05/02/2026

It can be hard to figure out what to say to a friend going through a loss. Here are our suggestions for how to show up for someone going through a hard time.

26/01/2026

Grief lasts longer than flowers 🥀. Be the long-term support with our simple checklist on how to keep checking in.

25/01/2026

If you’re finding it hard to celebrate as usual this Burns Night, please know that it’s okay to do things differently this year. There is no manual for grief.

10/11/2025

Our regular visitor here at Co-op Funeralcare ! This is Barney who came to admire our poppies for remembrance day and get some treats of course!

29/09/2025

Up to £250 off funeral plans, plus Co-op Members save even more*
Offer ends 28 November 2025. T&Cs apply.

Choose from Direct Cremation, Simple, Bronze, Silver or Gold plans, and spread the cost with flexible payment options.
However you choose to say goodbye, we help you own it.
Visit coop.co.uk/funeralplans to find out more.

21/08/2025

Join our Life Services event at Benwell House in Newcastle on 24th September 2025 click on the link to book your place at the event

Join us at the Co-op Life Services Event for a day filled with workshops and resources to help you live your best cooperative life!

20/08/2025

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/co-op-life-services-event-tickets-1595683595589?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us at the Co-op Life Services Event for a day filled with workshops and resources to help you live your best cooperative life!

19/07/2025

Compare our award winning funeral plans in Newcastle & Blaydon you can call any of our funeral homes to enquire with our friendly funeral team about them. Our friendly funeral plan arrangers will arrange an appointment to discuss any questions and talk you through the different options we can offer. Our Direct Cremation plans fully guaranteed are £1700.00, and if you are a Co-op Member it is £1675.00, call any of our funeral homes for further details
Benwell House 0191 2731311
Westerhope 0191 2868580
Throckley 0191 2641782
Gosforth 0191 2844085
Blaydon 0191 4142925
Prudhoe 01661 833078
Rowlands Gill 01207 544938
Hexham 01434 600119

26/04/2025

Come along and see our Funeral plan arrangers at Benwell House on Thursday 1st May to discuss our award winning funeral plans we will be here from 10am to 2pm

20/03/2025

We are collecting Easter eggs for Pottery Bank community centre, any donations will be greatly received into our Byker Branch

09/05/2022

If you’ve ever wondered ‘What do embalmers do?’ or considered a career as an embalmer, we can help.

Here, Rachel Carline, an embalmer from our funeral home in Oldham, tells us all about her job.

31/01/2022

What will funerals look like in future? These 3 eco-friendly funeral trends are predicted to be among the most popular in the next few decades.

06/12/2021

Write a message of remembrance for a loved one this Christmas.

Visit one of our funeral homes and place a tag on one of our memorial trees.