Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Wirral Since 1978
Established in 1978, Laurence Jones Funeral Directors Wirral has provided compassionate, family-led funeral services across Wirral and Chester for over four decades. Our founder, Laurence Jones, holds an Honours Degree in Law and a Master's in Local History, alongside formal qualifications in embalming and funeral directing. As a family-run business, we combine deep local knowledge with national expertise, offering services from direct cremations to traditional funerals. Our team includes fully qualified professionals with decades of combined experience, including our director Roger Jones, one of Britain's few degree-qualified funeral service specialists.We maintain three funeral homes in Bebington, Eastham, and Neston, with 24/7 emergency support. Our commitment to excellence has earned us roles as community leaders, including former mayoral service and charity fundraising. We specialise in creating personalised memorials while maintaining economic accessibility, with prices consistently below major competitors. Our facilities include chapel of rest services, professional mortuary care, and comprehensive pre-paid funeral planning options.
Services
Direct Cremation
Simple Funeral
Traditional Funeral
Pre-Paid Plans
Repatriation
Chapel of Rest
Funeral Flowers
Memorial Services
Cremation Fees
Home Visits
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Family-run funeral directors in Wirral since 1978 with generational expertise
- Fully qualified team including one of Britain's few degree-qualified funeral specialists
- 24/7 emergency support available 365 days a year
- Prices consistently 1,000 below major regional competitors
- Personalised memorial options with chapel of rest and pre-paid plan specialists
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Wonderful service
Professionalism
Personal approach
Peace of mind
Excellent send off
Services
Direct Cremation
Our direct cremation service provides a simple, cost-effective option with all essential elements included. This unattended cremation includes basic coffin, crematorium fees, and professional handling of legal paperwork. Ideal for families seeking a straightforward memorial solution while maintaining dignity and respect for their loved one.
Simple Funeral
This comprehensive cremation package includes a 9am service with wooden coffin, funeral celebrant, and ashes collection. Available at Landican Crematorium, it offers a balance between tradition and affordability. Additional options allow personalisation while maintaining clear pricing transparency.
Traditional Funeral
Our traditional funeral service offers complete arrangements with flexible timing and premium elements. Includes Mercedes transport, floral tributes, printed order of service, and chapel of rest access. Available at Landican or Blacon crematoria with options for church services and additional vehicles.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Secure your funeral arrangements at today's prices with our pre-paid plans starting from 1,885. Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority through Golden Charter, these plans offer peace of mind with flexible payment options including monthly instalments from 19.64.
Repatriation Services
We handle all aspects of repatriating loved ones from or to the UK with sensitivity and expertise. Our experienced team manages documentation, transportation, and local arrangements while providing continuous support for families navigating international funeral logistics.
People
Laurence Jones
Founder & Director
Qualified embalmer with Law Degree and MA in Local History. Chairman of North West British Institute of Embalmers (1985). Combines legal expertise with funeral service excellence to maintain high standards.
Hilary Jones
Director
Former Mayor of Wirral (2004-05) and Justice of the Peace. Holds NAFD Diploma in Funeral Directing. Managed charity fundraising including 30,000 for local causes during mayoral year.
Roger Jones
Funeral Director
Degree-qualified funeral services specialist from Bath University (2012). Experienced in all aspects of funeral directing with focus on compassionate family support and memorial personalisation.
Kay Jones
Office Manager
Specialises in funeral arrangements and order of service production. Holds national funeral arranging qualification. Provides administrative expertise while maintaining empathetic communication with bereaved families.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide direct cremations from £1,399, simple funerals from £2,199, and traditional funerals from £3,699, all with flexible personalisation options.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency support?
Yes, our emergency team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for immediate assistance with funeral arrangements.
Can I pre-plan a funeral?
Yes, we offer pre-paid funeral plans starting from £1,885 or monthly payments from £19.64, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Are your prices competitive?
Our prices are consistently over £1,000 lower than major regional competitors while maintaining high service standards and facilities.
Do you handle repatriation?
Yes, we manage international repatriation with full documentation handling and transportation coordination for both incoming and outgoing arrangements.
What areas do you cover?
We serve all Wirral areas from our Bebington, Eastham, and Neston locations, with regular services in Chester and surrounding regions.
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