Co-Operative Funeral Services LTD

05/04/2026

For Liam 🩵
Made in loving memory of a much-loved son, a small tribute this Easter. 🌷

04/04/2026

For Tony 💛
Thank you for sharing him with us, we’ve painted this egg in his favourite colour as a small moment of remembrance this Easter.🌷

03/04/2026

For Rosalind ❤️
It’s been an honour to create this in her memory, thank you for letting us be part of remembering her this Easter.

02/04/2026

Easter is built on traditions. For many of us, those traditions were shaped by someone we love and miss. This year, remember them by continuing one small ritual they inspired ✨

28/03/2026

Let’s settle this. If someone loved gardening, football, or 80s disco… should their send-off match their vibe? Personal touches can make things feel more human. But we’ll let you decide, thoughtful or too far?

26/03/2026

If Easter feels different without your special someone, share their name with us and we’ll paint a remembrance egg in their honour.

We can’t make one for everyone, but we hope you’ll join us in remembering together 💙

26/03/2026

We believe small moments can make a meaningful difference.

At Handforth Funeralcare our memorial letter basket is here for anyone who wishes to write a final letter to their loved one.

For many people, putting words on paper can bring comfort when saying goodbye feels overwhelming. These letters are placed inside the coffin, as a private way to share memories, thoughts or things left unsaid.

There’s no right or wrong way to use it, we’re here to support you, in whatever way feels right 💙

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24/03/2026

Let's Be Honest. Grief doesn’t always arrive when we expect it. When do you feel it most? 🩵

21/03/2026

Let’s settle this, we’ve all heard that phrase. The one that’s meant to help, but absolutely doesn’t. Grief doesn’t come with a script, and neither should the things we say about it. What’s the line that gets your eye-roll vote? 👀

20/03/2026

Though loss touches us all, how we grieve is shaped by faith, family and tradition. From Sikh to Jewish to Christian practices and beyond, each offers meaningful ways to navigate sorrow and find comfort. Read more here: https://spr.ly/6180B6nKLo

19/03/2026

Our colleague Mahalia reflects on Jewish mourning traditions and the role of faith and community in supporting her through grief. From the importance of coming together at funerals, to sitting Shiva, where loved ones gather to support those grieving.

Her story is one of many that helped shape our How the Nation Grieves report, exploring the different ways people across the UK experience bereavement.

Grief looks different for everyone. If you feel comfortable, we’d love to hear about your own experience in the comments. Your story might help someone else feel less alone 🩵

16/03/2026

Advice? Distraction? Routine? Talking about it, or not talking about it at all? There’s no universal answer. But shared experiences can help someone feel less alone. What made the biggest difference for you?

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

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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.