Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Services in North Shields
Established in 1993, R J Ryland Funeral Services has served North Tyneside for over three decades, offering compassionate and professional funeral arrangements. Our family-run business operates with a commitment to dignity and understanding, personally managing every aspect of funeral planning. With our own chapels of rest, mortuary facilities, and a fleet of hearses and limousines, we provide comprehensive services tailored to individual needs. Our team holds advanced qualifications in embalming, funeral directing, and counselling, ensuring expertise in both technical and emotional support. Accredited by leading industry bodies, including the British Institute of Embalmers and the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism.Available 24/7, we prioritise personal service, offering guidance for religious, non-religious, and environmentally conscious ceremonies. Our transparent approach includes competitive pricing, pre-paid funeral plans, and clear communication about third-party costs. We extend our expertise internationally through Kenyon Emergency Services, supporting crisis response globally. Every funeral reflects our philosophy that families deserve both choice and care during challenging times.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Pre-paid Plans
Embalming
Floral Tributes
International Transportation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of dedicated service to North Tyneside
- Family-run business with personal 24/7 availability
- Accredited professionals in embalming and funeral directing
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Specialist expertise in international repatriation and crisis response
Associations and certifications
- The British Institute of Embalmers
- The British Institute of Funeral Directors
- Kenyon International Emergency Services
- National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We provide comprehensive funeral planning services tailored to individual preferences. Our experienced team guides families through every decision, from venue selection to service personalisation. Available 24/7, we ensure respectful arrangements for religious, non-religious, and humanist ceremonies.
Pre-paid Plans
Our pre-paid funeral plans offer financial security and peace of mind. Plans can be customised to specific wishes and are accepted by any FCA-regulated provider. We help create meaningful arrangements while protecting against future cost increases.
Embalming
Advanced embalming services maintain dignity through hygienic treatment and temporary preservation. Our qualified embalmers use specialist techniques for facial reconstruction and cosmetic presentation, ensuring respectful care for viewing purposes.
Floral Tributes
We coordinate bespoke floral tributes that reflect personal tastes and cultural traditions. From classic wreaths to contemporary designs, our arrangements complement both traditional and woodland burial ceremonies.
International Transportation
Specialist repatriation services handle overseas transfers with legal compliance and cultural sensitivity. Our experience includes crisis response for mass fatalities, ensuring respectful transportation and documentation.
People
Edward Ryland
Funeral Director
Edward Ryland brings decades of experience in funeral service management. As co-owner, he ensures operational excellence while maintaining family traditions of compassionate care and professional integrity.
Jonathan Ryland
MBIE, Dip FD, LMBIFD, PG Dip Coun, MBACP
Jonathan Ryland holds advanced qualifications in embalming, funeral directing, and counselling. With specialist training in post-mortem reconstruction, he has served as a Kenyon Emergency Services consultant for international crises.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide full funeral arrangements including burials, cremations, pre-paid plans, embalming, floral tributes, and international repatriation. Special options include eco-friendly woodland burials and horse-drawn hearses.
Are your prices transparent?
Yes. We publish standardised price lists with no hidden fees. Professional services start at £1055, with clear breakdowns of disbursements like cremation fees and minister charges.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
We offer pre-planned and pre-paid funeral plans accepted by all FCA-regulated providers. These allow you to specify arrangements while securing current pricing.
Do you handle international repatriation?
Yes. Our team manages overseas transfers with legal compliance, including documentation and transportation. We have crisis response experience through Kenyon Emergency Services.
Are you available outside office hours?
Our 24/7 service ensures immediate assistance at any time. Both directors are personally available for urgent arrangements or bereavement support.
