Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Family-Owned Funeral Services in Boothstown
Bridgewater Funeral Service is a family-owned and operated funeral home serving Boothstown, Worsley, Walkden, and surrounding areas. Established in 2014, we combine over two decades of professional experience with a deep commitment to compassionate care. Our premises at 27 Chaddock Lane offer a welcoming environment with private arrangement rooms and dedicated chapels of rest. We prioritize transparency, integrity, and personalized service, ensuring families receive tailored support during challenging times.Our team holds nationally recognized qualifications through the National Association of Funeral Directors and the British Institute of Funeral Directors. We maintain on-site preparation facilities to ensure continuous care for loved ones. Our services span traditional, modern, and alternative funerals, with options for pre-paid plans and memorial keepsakes. We pride ourselves on local expertise, having served the community for generations through both personal and professional ties.
Services
Tailored Funeral
Simple Funeral
Direct Funeral
Coffins and Caskets
Pre-Paid Plans
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in local funeral services
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive experience
- We operate with full transparency and no hidden fees
- Our family-owned business deeply understands the local market needs in Boothstown and surrounding areas
- We provide continuous care through our on-site preparation facilities
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
- British Institute of Funeral Directors
- British Institute of Embalmers
Services
Tailored Funeral
A fully customizable funeral service accommodating traditional, modern, or alternative preferences. Families receive personalized guidance for ceremonies, music, poetry, and venue choices. Our team coordinates all logistics including transportation, floral tributes, and officiant arrangements.
Simple Funeral
Affordable fixed-cost option covering essential cremation or burial services. Includes professional coordination, standard coffin, and limited visitation. Ideal for families seeking straightforward arrangements without additional customization.
Direct Funeral
No-ceremony cremation or burial service with ashes returned to families. Suitable for those prioritizing simplicity and cost-effectiveness while maintaining dignity in final arrangements.
Coffins and Caskets
Range of traditional, personalized, and eco-friendly coffins and caskets available for purchase. Options include standard models and bespoke designs to reflect individual preferences.
Pre-Paid Plans
Fixed-cost funeral plans administered through Ecclesiastical Planning Services. Protects families from future price increases while ensuring personal wishes are documented and honored.
People
Emma Turnbull
Funeral Director and Proprietor
Emma has served local families for over 20 years, previously at Cheethams Funeral Directors. A licensed member of the British Institute of Funeral Directors, she established Bridgewater Funeral Service in 2014 to provide personalized care.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide Tailored Funerals (fully customizable), Simple Funerals (fixed-cost essentials), and Direct Funerals (no-ceremony cremation/burial).
Can I personalize a funeral service?
Yes, our Tailored Funerals allow complete customization including venue, music, poetry, and personalized tributes through our professional coordination.
Do you offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Yes, we provide fixed-cost pre-paid plans through Ecclesiastical Planning Services to ensure your wishes are honored while protecting families from future costs.
Are cremation and burial costs included?
Our Simple Funeral starts at £1899 (plus disbursements for crematorium/interment fees). Tailored Funerals start at £2690, with customizable add-ons.
Can families view their loved one?
Yes, our chapels of rest allow visitation. For Simple Funerals, viewing is limited to designated times during office hours.
What accreditation do you hold?
We are approved members of the National Association of Funeral Directors and hold qualifications through the British Institute of Funeral Directors.
