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Family-Run Business

Giving you the best and most respectful send off

Experienced and Compassionate Funeral Directors in Derwentside, Durham & the Surrounding Area

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We are proud to support good causes.
In 2023 we collected a total of £73,350.24

In 2024 so far we have collected £22,457.25 on behalf of local families

When it comes to the funeral of a loved one, it is our privilege to care

Derwentside Funeral Service is an independent, family run business that was founded in 1981 and has 4 funeral homes serving the local communities of Annfield Plain, Rowlands Gill, Consett, and Stanley.

Our highest priorities are dignity, trust, unrivalled care, and attention to both the bereaved and the deceased. We are here to provide caring and compassionate funeral services, and to ensure you have everything you need to say your goodbyes to a loved one. Our aim is to create a funeral or memorial service that is personalised and fitting to the memory of your loved one, and to do this we provide a range of services that cover everything from floral arrangements to memorial masonry. We are here to support you at every stage to ensure you have all the assistance and services you need in arranging each aspect of the funeral.

Find out more about us and our team using the link below

Independent, family-run funeral homes
Over 40 years of experience
Catering to a diverse range of financial circumstances
Caring and compassionate services
Local services across County Durham
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Funeral Options

We understand that people are unique, and they deserve a unique send off. We have a range of funeral options that you can take a look at, and our caring and compassionate team are happy to guide you through them.

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Funeral Services

We want to help you ensure that your loved one’s wishes are met and we provide a range of funeral services that can be tailored to suit your unique circumstances. We offer choices when it comes to flowers, memorials, and more.

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Derwentside Funeral Service

Dedicated to you during a difficult time

One of the hardest challenges in life can be to face the death of a loved one and arrange a funeral to say goodbye. At Derwentside Funeral Services, we understand that you need a supportive hand during this difficult time, and we offer a 24-hour service to help you through it. Our discreet team will help you organise the necessary funeral arrangements with the utmost care, and we can take care of everything from floral tributes, to catering, funeral transport, burial or cremation.

There’s a lot to consider when arranging a funeral, and we are here to help you make sure you get the service your loved one deserves. Our aim is to advise you on all funeral services and explain the different options available to you, so you can make your choices with care. Contact us today and together we will create a service that does justice to the memory of your loved one.

We have local funeral homes in Stanley, Annfield Plain, Consett and Rowlands Gill, and we are only a phone call away.

Get in touch with your local branch to speak to us directly, or use the links below to explore our services further.

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To speak to the compassionate team at Derwentside Funeral Service, please call
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