Funeral Directors > Margate > Cliftonville
Aston Walker Family Funeral Directors A small family funeral director who takes pride in being able to support the families of Thanet, guiding our families step by step in order to provide truly unique funeral services to mark the lives of those they love most. Aston Walker funeral directors offer unique and caring funeral services that allow families to mark the life of a loved one in the way they see fit, knowing that each life is unique we have put together services that truly reflect this, We are proud to be completely transparent with our costs and understand that families require gentle guidance and time to make decisions that are right for them. As a small family funeral directors we understand that there are some important decisions to make when faced with arranging a funeral service and at such a difficult time this can feel overwhelming so below are some pages that may help, we are here to offer you and your family step by step guidance and should you have any question about anything relating to the following pages please do not hesitate to contact one of our team.
A small family funeral director who take pride in being able to support the families of Thanet, guiding our families step by step in order to provide truly unique funeral services to mark the lives of those they love most. Aston Walker Family Funeral Directors were established in 2005 by Neil Walker, having worked for many other well-known funeral directors he realised that this sensitive and compassionate profession was his calling… Neil has lived and worked in Margate all his life and with this knowledge of the local community he knew there was a need for a funeral service that was both transparent and fair, he also knew there needed to be a funeral service that was able to offer families the time they deserved in order to arrange truly unique funerals. Over the years Aston Walker Funeral Directors has grown into one of Margate’s most trusted funeral homes and Neil and the team have supported many families throughout Thanet at the most difficult times… each and every one of our families have become our friends and we are proud of the reputation we have built in our community. Aston Walker Funeral Directors offer step by step guidance when arranging the funeral of a loved one and families are welcome to visit us at our Cliftonville funeral home in order to simply talk through the options available to them at a time of bereavement, we also offer home arrangements for families who might be more comfortable in their own homes and no obligation helpful advice….. furthermore we are proud to be able to display full costs on our website which give families the benefit of being able to fully cost all funeral arrangements before making any decisions as we understand funerals can be expensive and we aim to allow you to build a funeral service that is not only fitting but also affordable. Aston Walker Funeral Directors offer services in all parts of Thanet and are able to assist with funerals throughout Kent. We are also Proud members of the National Association of Funeral Directors.
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| Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements | £288.00 |
| Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care | £250.00 |
| Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. | £689.00 |
| Providing a suitable coffin | £265.00 |
| Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) | £1.00 |
| At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle | £395.00 |
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| Burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,250.00 |
| Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 | £1,250.00 |
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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.1 In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is: For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees. |
£815.00 |
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For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2 In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is: |
£675.20 |
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| Additional mileage (price per mile) | £1.50 |
| Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) | £100.00 |
| Collection and delivery of ashes | £0.00 |
| Embalming | £110.00 |
| Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) | £190.00 |
| Services supplied outside of normal office hours | POA |
The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.
1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.
2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.
Prices correct as from 28/06/2024and may be subject to change. E & O.E.
255 North Down Road, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2PN
