Say a fitting farewell in Leeds

Arrange a local direct cremation from £895, with the help of our award-winning team. So you can say goodbye at a time and place that feel right.

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The service was excellent and you would not get better by going to a high street funeral director and paying 2 or 3 times as much. We couldn’t have asked for a better send off for our brother.
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Terry, funeral customer

Do it your way

Create the send-off you want, when you’re ready. With more time to grieve, plan, and get everyone together.

It’s simpler

Cut the extra fuss and burden of a traditional funeral. Things like a hearse, an organist, or arranging parking.

It’s cheaper

We’re 4x cheaper than the average traditional UK funeral, saving you thousands.

A Leeds Funeral Specialist who’s with you from day one

Deeanna, a Funeral Specialist at Farewill Funeral Directors

A Leeds Funeral Specialist who’s with you from day one

Losing a loved one is hard. To make things a little easier, we'll pair you up with someone in our team.

With experience across Morley, Pudsey, Yeadon, Guiseley, Garforth, Rothwell and beyond, they’ll listen to what you want and need, answer your questions and guide you through everything.

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Direct cremation.
It’s a funeral done your way.

Direct cremation is simply a cremation without a funeral service. It’s fast becoming the choice of families who want to choose how and where they say goodbye to their loved one, at a time that’s right for them.

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We arrange the cremation

Wherever you are in England and Wales, we’ll bring your loved one to our chapel of rest. Then complete all the paperwork and arrange the cremation.

On the day

We’ll transport them to a local crematorium and carry out a cremation you don’t attend. We’re always available if you need a chat.

We hand-deliver the ashes

We deliver your loved one’s ashes in your choice of urn, or scatter them for you. We can also give ideas and advice on arranging a fitting send-off.

We met up with family and said goodbye together in our way. The way mum wanted. Fantastic value, fantastic staff, fantastic company that’s with you every step of the way.

Jenny, who arranged a funeral with farewill

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Planning your own reception or memorial

Instead of a funeral service, a memorial can give you the chance to come together with friends and family and celebrate your loved one’s life. If this is something you’re considering, these ideas from our team could help you get started.

Memorial ideas in Leeds

Dedicate a tree to your loved one at one of Leeds’ cemeteries or see your loved one’s name in the Book of Remembrance and create a memorial that best celebrates the life of your loved one.

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Dedicate a tree to your loved one at one of Leeds’ cemeteries or see your loved one’s name in the Book of Remembrance and create a memorial that best celebrates the life of your loved one.

Where to scatter ashes in Leeds

Enjoy a walk through the Yorkshire Dales, spend some time by the River Aire, or around Roundhay Park to scatter your loved one’s ashes in a place that is special to them.

Find Your Funeral Directors in Leeds 

Leeds is the largest city in West Yorkshire, home to the highly regarded Leeds University. The city is known for its stunning architecture, market stalls, and wonderful live music venues. It is also home to several churches, including St Jons which was consecrated in 1634. The city's other churches such as LIFE church and Mill Hill Chapel are also incredibly popular. 

There are also several cemeteries and crematoriums in Leeds including Leeds Catholic Cemetery and the Beckett Street Cemetery which offers plenty of space for a peaceful reflection and houses a Book of Remembrance. There is also the highly regarded Lawnswood Cemetery which features chapels, waiting rooms, and grounds for you to walk through and pay your respects. The memorial building also allows you to light candles in remembrance of your loved one. 

There are also many places of natural beauty should you consider scattering your loved one’s ashes in Leeds, such as Roundhay Park and the River Aire. 

How much funerals and cremations cost in Leeds 

The average funeral in Leeds costs around £5,050, which is higher than the UK average. Burials tend to cost roughly £6,000 while the average cost of a cremation in Leeds is much cheaper, around the £3,900 mark. These prices can vary depending on the type of funeral you wish to arrange.

There are several services available from funeral directors in Leeds such as burials, cremations, and woodland burials. We’ll help you arrange a meaningful direct cremation in Leeds.

Areas we cover in Leeds

We can arrange a meaningful cremation across Leeds, including Adel, Morley North, Stanningley, Garforth and Horsforth.

We’ll bring your loved one into our care, no matter the distance, arrange the cremation and hand-deliver their ashes back to you anywhere in Leeds.

Our local experts can also help you find somewhere to hold a memorial service in Leeds.

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Create a meaningful funeral today

We’ve helped thousands of families deal with life’s toughest moments, and we’re here to support you whenever you need.

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