Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Directors in Urmston & Stretford
C L Birkett & Son Funeral Directors has served the communities of Manchester and surrounding areas since 1985, offering compassionate and personalized funeral services. Founded by Cedric Birkett, a qualified Funeral Director and Embalmer, the business has grown to include two branches in Urmston and Stretford, managed by his son Paul. Our team of experienced professionals provides 24/7 support, guiding families through every aspect of funeral planning with dignity and care. We specialize in creating tailored funerals that reflect individual lives, including traditional, green, and unattended cremation options.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our long-standing reputation, industry expertise, and focus on relieving families of logistical burdens during difficult times. We maintain transparency in pricing and offer prepaid funeral plans to provide peace of mind. As part of the Funeral Partners Group, we uphold rigorous professional standards while maintaining our local, family-run ethos.
Services
Cremations
Burials
Green Funerals
Repatriation
Prepaid Plans
Unattended Cremation
Memorial Masonry
Floral Tributes
Transport Services
Ashes Keepsakes
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of local funeral service expertise
- Our team provides 24/7 support for urgent arrangements
- We create personalized funeral services tailored to individual needs
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Part of the reputable Funeral Partners national network
Services
Cremations
We provide comprehensive cremation services with options for traditional chapel services or personalized arrangements. Our team coordinates all aspects including permits, transportation, and memorial tributes. Available at competitive prices starting from 1,700 excluding third-party fees.
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Our prepaid funeral plans allow advance arrangements to ensure final wishes are respected while protecting against future cost increases. Plans include professional services, coffin selection, and venue arrangements with flexible payment options available through regulated providers.
Green Funerals
Specialist woodland and eco-friendly funeral options using biodegradable coffins and natural burial grounds. We offer sustainable memorials including tree planting and eco-conscious tributes while maintaining full compliance with environmental regulations and certifications.
Repatriation
We manage international repatriation of remains with full logistical coordination including documentation, transportation, and customs clearance. Our experienced team ensures culturally appropriate handling and compliance with destination country requirements across Europe and worldwide locations.
Ashes Keepsakes
A range of memorial options including engraved urns, personalized jewellery, and biodegradable seed memorials. We offer bespoke tributes with custom designs for ashes caskets, floral arrangements, and commemorative stationery to create lasting personal memorials.
People
Cedric Birkett
Founder
Qualified Funeral Director and Embalmer since 1976 who established the business in 1985. Recognized for pioneering personalized funeral services in the Manchester area while maintaining traditional values of care and professionalism.
Paul Birkett
Manager & Funeral Director
Son of Cedric Birkett with over 20 years' experience in funeral services. Holds Funeral Service certification and specializes in compassionate family support. Manages both Urmston and Stretford branches while maintaining hands-on involvement in arrangements.
Anthony Caffrey
General Manager
Funeral Director with 20+ years' service at C L Birkett & Son. Combines operational management with ceremonial duties as an Ordained Roman Catholic Deacon. Brings both religious sensitivity and practical expertise to funeral arrangements.
Catherine Brookes
Administration & Memorial Adviser
Handles memorial design and administrative operations with focus on client satisfaction. Specializes in creating personalized tributes and memorial keepsakes while managing day-to-day office functions at the Urmston branch.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide cremations, burials, green funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation services with customizable arrangements to suit individual preferences.
Are your prices transparent?
Yes, we provide clear pricing with no hidden fees. Our standard price list includes professional charges and third-party costs where applicable.
Do you offer 24/7 services?
Our funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for urgent arrangements and immediate support requirements.
How can I plan a funeral in advance?
Our prepaid funeral plans let you arrange and fund your funeral in advance through monthly instalments or lump sum payments.
Can I customize the funeral service?
Yes, we specialize in personalized funerals including themed arrangements, special vehicle selections, and bespoke memorial tributes.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Manchester and surrounding areas from our Urmston and Stretford branches, with nationwide repatriation capabilities.
