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Funeral directors in Askern

Compare local funeral directors and undertakers in Askern, South Yorkshire, with nearby crematoria, cemeteries and faith funeral services.

There are 3 funeral directors based in Askern, and 33 funeral directors within 10 miles. The nearest crematorium is Rose Hill Crematorium, 7.7 miles away. Deaths in Askern are registered with Doncaster register office, within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered.

Funeral directors in and near Askern

Sorted by distance from the town centre. We never rank by payment — how we list. Data checked .

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Compare funeral director prices near Askern

From each funeral director’s published standardised price list. Attended prices are funeral director’s charges only; direct cremation prices include the cremation fee.

Funeral directorDistanceAttended funeralDirect cremation
Hickling's Funeral Service3.4 miles£2,434£2,250
Bramleys Funeral Directors4.6 miles£2,795£1,745
Infinity Funeral Arrangements6.0 miles—£1,595
Dey's Family Funeral Care6.7 miles£2,420£1,250
J Steadman & Sons Funeral Directors7.2 miles£2,695£1,545
Ryan & Foy9.4 miles£2,120£1,995
T. F. Morritt Funeral Directors9.4 miles£2,795£1,645

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Crematoria near Askern

Cemeteries in and near Askern

Natural & woodland burial near Askern

Faith & cultural funerals in Askern

Places of worship near Askern — useful for arranging a service, prayers or a faith leader. Funeral customs by faith.

Mosques (3 nearby)

Muslim funerals — customs and etiquette →

Gurdwaras (2 nearby)

Sikh funerals — customs and etiquette →

Catholic churches (8 nearby)

Catholic funerals — customs and etiquette →

Church of England / Anglican churches (5 nearby)

Church of England funerals — customs and etiquette →

Methodist churches (1 nearby)

Methodist funerals — customs and etiquette →

Spiritualist churches (6 nearby)

Cultural traditions: Nigerian · Ghanaian · Caribbean · Irish · Polish · Chinese · Greek Cypriot · Somali · Gypsy and Traveller

When someone dies in Askern: what to do

  1. Get the death confirmed. If it was expected, call the GP, hospice or NHS 111. If it was sudden or unexpected, call 999.
  2. Medical examiner review. The doctor records the cause of death and a medical examiner reviews it. The medical examiner’s office will contact you and explain the cause of death.
  3. Register the death with Doncaster register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. Find how to book · Doncaster Council bereavement services.
  4. Choose a funeral director — compare two or three from the list above and ask for their standardised price list. You can call them at any time.
  5. Use Tell Us Once to notify most government services in one go — the registrar gives you a reference.

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Funeral costs in Askern

Every funeral director must publish a standardised price list, so you can compare like for like. National averages from SunLife’s 2026 Cost of Dying research give a guide:

Direct cremation (unattended)£1,628
Simple attended funeral£3,828
Funeral with typical extras£5,140

Source: SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026. Local crematorium and burial fees vary. Full cost guide · Cost calculator · Help paying for a funeral

Frequently asked questions

How many funeral directors are there in Askern?
We list 3 funeral directors based in Askern, 4 funeral directors within 5 miles and 33 funeral directors within 10 miles of the town centre.
Where is the nearest crematorium to Askern?
The nearest crematorium to Askern is Rose Hill Crematorium, about 7.7 miles from the town centre. Pontefract Crematorium (8.7 miles) is the next closest.
How do I register a death in Askern?
Contact Doncaster register office once the medical examiner’s office has confirmed the death can be registered. You then have 5 days to register. Most offices need an appointment — you can find yours on GOV.UK.
How much does a funeral cost in Askern?
The lowest published attended funeral price we’ve found near Askern is £2,120 (funeral director’s charges only) at Ryan & Foy. Prices vary between funeral directors, so compare their standardised price lists. As a guide, SunLife’s 2026 research puts the average UK direct cremation at £1,628 and a simple attended funeral at £3,828. Crematorium and burial fees in Doncaster are set by the operator and added on top.
Can I arrange a direct cremation in Askern?
Yes. Most funeral directors near Askern offer a direct (unattended) cremation, and national providers cover the area too. Ask for the “unattended funeral” price on each funeral director’s standardised price list. Compare direct cremation.

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