Funeral Costs in Somerset
Funeral Cost Index compares 69 funeral directors in and around Somerset, with 51 published CMA Standardised Price Lists. The median direct cremation costs £1,545 (range £25–£2,150); the median attended funeral director's charges run £2,890. Figures come from each provider's own published price list; third-party costs such as crematorium, burial plot, minister or celebrant fees may vary.
Local pricing intelligence
- Median direct cremation
- £1,545
- Direct cremation range
- £25 to £2,150
- Median attended funeral
- £2,890
- Attended funeral range
- £1,115 to £3,265
- Funeral directors compared
- 69
- Last verified
- 5 May 2026
FD charges only
51 with prices
latest local price list
Attended funeral figures normally show funeral director charges only and may exclude crematorium, burial, minister, celebrant or doctors’ fees.
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Source
Local figures are calculated from captured CMA Standardised Price Lists from funeral directors in the area. Medians and ranges are labelled separately from estimates and third-party fees.
Freshness
Last data check: 5 May 2026. Based on 51 captured price lists from 69 indexed funeral directors within 22 miles.
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Quick answer
The median direct cremation in Somerset costs £1,545. The median attended funeral is £2,890 (funeral director’s charges only). Based on 51 published price lists from 69 indexed funeral directors within 22 miles.
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Price range across 51 Somerset providers
- Direct cremation · n=49
- £1,545median
- Attended funeral (FD only) · n=51
- £2,890median
Typical £1,240–£1,795 (middle 50%)
Full range £25–£2,150
Typical £2,249–£3,040 (middle 50%)
Full range £1,115–£3,265
Total cost of an attended cremation in Somerset
The funeral director’s charge plus the third-party crematorium fee — the disbursement that Standardised Price Lists exclude.
- Median funeral director charge (attended)
- £2,890
- Crematorium fee — Taunton Crematorium (8.5 mi)
- + £1,235
- Estimated total (excl. doctors’/celebrant fees)
- £4,125
Crematorium fee captured May 2026 from the operator’s published price list. The crematorium nearest Somerset is used as a local reference; cremation fees vary by operator. Doctors’ and minister or celebrant fees (typically £100–£300) are additional.
Somerset vs UK
Median funeral director charges, like-for-like.
| Service | Somerset median | UK median | Somerset vs UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct cremation | £1,545 | £1,545 | in line with UK average |
| Attended funeral (FD only) | £2,890 | £2,890 | in line with UK average |
Direct cremation range in Somerset: £25 to £2,150.
Published direct cremation prices in Somerset
Five captured provider prices within 22 miles of Somerset, ordered by published direct cremation price.
- 1.Shoobridge Funeral Services Ltd£25
- 2.Shoobridge Funeral Services Ltd- (Mortuary/Garage)£25
- 3.Robson Funeral Services t/a Oak Funeral Services Ltd£850
- 4.Ashley Edwards£913
- 5.C V Gower Funeral Directors£995
Always confirm the price directly with the funeral director and read the full Standardised Price List before deciding.
Market structure in Somerset
- Funeral directors indexed
- 69
- Independent vs chain
- 55 / 14
- Published-price coverage
- 74%
Within 22 miles
independents / chain branches
51 of 69 have a CMA SPL captured
Funeral directors near Somerset
3.8 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
4.0 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,075
- Attended (FD only)
- £2,135
- Professional fee
- £1,200
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
Crescent Funeral Services Ltd - Langport
Bow House Bow Street, Langport, Somerset · TA10 9PA
Independent
5.2 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
5.8 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,240
- Attended (FD only)
- £3,265
- Professional fee
- £845
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
5.9 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
6.0 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
6.0 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
6.7 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
6.7 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,240
- Attended (FD only)
- £3,265
- Professional fee
- £845
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
Crescent Funeral Services Ltd
The Old Coach House Crescent Park, Taunton, Somerset · TA1 4ED
Independent
6.8 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
Nigel K Ford Funeral Directors
45 Station Road, TAUNTON, SOMERSET · TA1 1NZ
Independent / unclassified
7.0 mi
verified 30 Apr 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,545
- Attended (FD only)
- £2,195
- Professional fee
- £575
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
7.1 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,531
- Attended (FD only)
- £2,250
- Professional fee
- £925
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
7.3 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
8.6 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £2,150
- Attended (FD only)
- £3,040
- Professional fee
- £1,090
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
8.6 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £2,150
- Attended (FD only)
- £3,040
- Professional fee
- £1,090
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
B Gibbs Funeral Services Ltd
25 Silver Street, ILMINSTER, SOMERSET · TA19 0DH
Independent / unclassified
8.7 mi
verified not yet verified
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- —
- Professional fee
- —
9.2 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £2,150
- Attended (FD only)
- £3,040
- Professional fee
- £1,090
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
A E Stoodley & Son Ltd - South Petherton
29 St. James Street, South Petherton, Somerset · TA13 5BN
Independent
9.3 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,695
- Attended (FD only)
- £2,750
- Professional fee
- —
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
9.3 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- —
- Attended (FD only)
- £3,025
- Professional fee
- £1,365
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
9.7 mi
verified 5 May 2026
- Direct cremation
- £1,695
- Attended (FD only)
- £2,248
- Professional fee
- £1,095
Source price list captured from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
Showing 20 of 69 providers within 22 miles. Use postcode search for the full list.
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What goes into a funeral cost in Somerset?
A funeral in the UK has two parts: the funeral director’s charges (their professional fee, the coffin, the hearse, and the care of the deceased), and third-party fees known as disbursements (cremation or burial fees, doctors’ fees, and any clergy or celebrant fees). The prices shown above cover only the funeral director’s charges, drawn from each provider’s published CMA Standardised Price List.
A direct cremation is an unattended cremation with no service. It is the simplest, lower-cost option offered by every UK funeral director under the CMA Order. An attended funeral includes a service at a crematorium or place of worship.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a funeral cost in Somerset?
The median attended funeral charge from funeral directors in Somerset is £2,890 for the funeral director’s charges only. Third-party fees like the cremation fee or burial fee are paid separately and typically add £900–£1,200 for a cremation or £2,500–£6,500 for a burial.
How much is a direct cremation in Somerset?
The median direct cremation in Somerset is £1,545 (all-in, including the cremation fee). Prices range from £25 to £2,150.
Can I filter funeral director prices by cost in Somerset?
Yes. Funeral Cost Index lets you compare published direct cremation and attended funeral prices in Somerset. Cost is one filter, not a recommendation or quality ranking. Always check the source CMA Standardised Price List directly with the provider.
Is Somerset more expensive than the UK average?
Somerset’s median direct cremation (£1,545) is in line with UK average (UK median £1,545).
Prices sourced from each provider’s published CMA Standardised Price List, where available. Always verify directly with the funeral director before making decisions.