Funeral costs explained
Whether you’re planning your own funeral in advance or that of a loved one, the cost is an important consideration. Tester & Jones Funeral Services in Crowborough can help. We will go through everything with you to ensure you know what the funeral will cost. Contact us today.
We care for families not only in Crowborough but also in the surrounding communities.
Explaining funeral costs
When it comes to paying for a funeral, there are services provided by your funeral director, such as the cost of the hearse hire and the provision of pallbearers. There are also third-party costs for the crematorium or church, the minister or celebrant and other items you may choose, such as printed Orders of Service or newspaper obituary.
Our fees (April 2025)
Service | Price |
|---|---|
Our professional service charge, which includes attending to all arrangements, preparation of documentation, liaison with appropriate authorities and care of the deceased prior to the funeral. | £1,850 |
Transferring your loved one to our premises from a local nursing home, hospital or private house (in office hours). | £265 |
Funeral directors’ attendance on the day of the funeral. | £180 |
Hire of our hearse. | £310 |
Providing four personnel. | £390 |
TOTAL: | £2,995 |
Additional fees- | |
Hire of a Limousine if required. | £285 |
Coffin choice from: | £495 |
Third party costs and disbursements
These will vary depending on the type of funeral service you require, but here are some typical costs:
Service | Price |
|---|---|
Cost of celebrant or minister, approximately: | £250 |
45-minute allocated chapel time at Wealden Crematorium | £993 |
45-minute allocated chapel time Kent & Sussex Crematorium | £1,010 |
“Tester and Jones gave our family a dignified and meaningful funeral, treating us all with respect and kindness. They made the whole process as painless as it could be, and we were very grateful.”
Simon, Google review