My sister & I booked & prepaid for a funeral plan in advance for our mother who is currently in residential home. The service we received was exemplary, friendly, professional & considerate. Would hi... See more
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Got my son to sort out my funeral plan. As he had already done his with you I decided to use the same company. Easy to understand & set up in minutes. As i didn't receive confirmation we gave them a... See more
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Very friendly and helpful answering any questions I had .All the staff we met were very friendly knew their products overall a very nice and relaxed experience. Would recommend other people to the C... See more
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Everything went well during the initial process and I feel the salesperson sold a good package which was clearly explained. You could maybe ask my family after the funeral (hopefully many years away)... See more
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- #11 of 17 best companies in Funeral Director
- #7 of 11 best companies in Cremation Service
- #9 of 12 best companies in Funeral home
- #4 of 5 best companies in Funeral Insurance Company
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We’re Central Co-op Funeral Plans, part of the OurCoop family, and we’re authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to sell a range of fully guaranteed prepaid funeral plans. OurCoop is the UK’s largest independent co-operative Society, with more than one million Members and 13,000 colleagues operating in communities nationwide. We’re here to help 24/7, 365 days a year.
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Queen Street, WS13 6QD, Lichfield, United Kingdom
- 01543 421378
- sales@funeralplanning.coop
- centralcoopfuneralplans.co.uk
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Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review. We’re so pleased to hear that you found our team to be caring and supportive throughout your experience. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, and we’re always here if you need anything further.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
We were given a booklet of information…
We were given a booklet of information on our initial visit to enquire about the funerals that we wanted and the follow up appointment was really good, the lady we spoken to was knowledgeable, polite and friendly and answered all of our queries without being pushy. The price was very competitive and we had done our homework on the various companies offering the same service as the Co-Op and as they are a tried and trusted institution it made sense to deal with them
22 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that you found the information clear from the outset and that your follow‑up appointment felt supportive and unrushed. It’s wonderful to know our colleague was knowledgeable, polite and friendly, and able to answer all your questions without any pressure. We’re also glad our pricing and trusted reputation gave you confidence in choosing us. If you need anything further, we’re here to help.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We’re really pleased to hear that our agent was polite, helpful and caring throughout your experience. We know how important it is to feel supported, and your feedback means a great deal to us. If you ever need anything further, we’re here to help.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
The professionalism and friendliness of…
The professionalism and friendliness of staff, how easy it was made for me to arrange plans we needed to make. Efficient, a great service. Thank you.
16 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that our team’s professionalism and friendliness helped make arranging your plans feel easy and well supported. Knowing the process felt efficient and straightforward means a great deal to us, and we’ll make sure your kind words are passed on to the colleagues involved. If there’s ever anything more you need, we’re here to help.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We’re really pleased to hear that everything was great for you. It means a lot to know the experience felt smooth and positive, and we’re always here if you need anything in the future.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
it was easy to sort out
it was easy to sort out, there was no rush and no pressure. Not a comfortable conversation make quite easy.
24 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. We’re really pleased to hear that arranging your funeral plan felt easy, unhurried and free from any pressure. We know it’s not always a comfortable conversation, so it means a lot that our colleague helped make the process feel straightforward and reassuring for you. If you ever need anything in the future, we’re here to help.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Peace of mind
There was no rush ,everything was explained in such a calming way, planning my funeral wasn't something I had expected to do but relieved that I had and CO-OP made a difficult day into a peace of mind .The staff are so welcoming and put you at ease as soon as you walked in.
21 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful review. It’s truly heartening to hear that the experience felt calm, unhurried and reassuring, especially at a moment you hadn’t expected to face. Knowing that everything was explained gently and clearly, and that the process brought you real peace of mind, means a great deal. Your kind words about the team being welcoming and putting you at ease the moment you walked in will mean so much to them. That sense of warmth and care is exactly what we hope every person feels when planning something so important.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Got my son to sort out my funeral plan
Got my son to sort out my funeral plan. As he had already done his with you I decided to use the same company. Easy to understand & set up in minutes. As i didn't receive confirmation we gave them a call to discover we had made an error with my email address, quickly put right & confirmation received. Thank you
25 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. It’s wonderful to hear that arranging your funeral plan felt easy to understand and quick to set up, especially with the reassurance of having already seen how smoothly things went for your son.
I’m really glad the team were able to help when the confirmation didn’t come through, and that the email error was spotted and resolved straight away so you had everything you needed. Knowing you felt supported and looked after throughout really does mean a lot. If you ever need anything else, we’re here for you.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
It took 3 to 4 phone calls to sort it…
It took 3 to 4 phone calls to sort it out all l had to do was tell someone what I wanted and pay at one point I all most gave up I must point out that the Maypole office are excellent it was the sales team at Cannock that were awful
8 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We’re really glad to hear that the Maypole office were excellent, and it’s great to know their support made a positive difference for you. I’m sorry, though, that it took three to four phone calls to get everything sorted, and that your experience with the Cannock sales team wasn’t as smooth as it should have been. Arranging a funeral plan should feel straightforward, and it’s clear this created unnecessary frustration for you. Your feedback is important, and we’ll be following this up with the team to make sure we improve the experience for others. Thank you again for sharing both the positives and the areas where we need to do better. If there’s anything more you need, we’re here to help.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Friendly knowledgeable approach
Friendly knowledgeable approach, anything is possible with no boundaries & very professional funeral. Special Thanks to Kaye in Churchdown who without her guidance I would have struggled with the organisation, Kaye made it very easy for which I will be always grateful at this sad time.
17 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. We’re truly grateful to hear that you experienced such a friendly, knowledgeable and professional approach throughout your funeral planning. It means a great deal to know that nothing felt like too much trouble and that the process felt open, flexible and supportive for you. Your special thanks to Kaye in Churchdown are especially appreciated. The way you describe her guidance, making everything easier is exactly the kind of care we want every family to feel.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Very pleased with service
16 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. We’re really pleased to hear that you were very pleased with the service you received. Making the process clear, supportive and reassuring is incredibly important to us, so your feedback means a great deal.
Take care,
Central Co-op funeral plans
Was treated with courtesy and…
Was treated with courtesy and everything I needed was explained.
12 May 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. We’re really pleased to hear that you were treated with courtesy and that everything you needed was clearly explained. It’s important to us that the process feels supportive and easy to understand, so your feedback means a great deal.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
An easy to do process for buying a plan…
An easy to do process for buying a plan online, the questions are straight forward & the information is what I needed to know. All done in a short time & set up quickly. Would recommend to anyone needing a funeral plan.
25 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. We’re really pleased to hear that you found the online process easy, straightforward and quick to set up, and that the information provided gave you everything you needed. It’s wonderful to know you’d recommend our plans to others, that means a great deal to us.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Friendly and knowledgeable young man
Friendly and knowledgeable young man. Hard of hearing and he spoke clearly and loud enough to hest
22 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. We’re really pleased to hear that you found our colleague both friendly and knowledgeable, and that he took the time to speak clearly and at a volume that worked well for you. It’s wonderful to know he helped make the experience comfortable and easy to follow.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
After shopping around these plans are…
After shopping around these plans are the best on the market
23 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for yourreview. We’re really pleased to hear that, after looking around, you felt our plans were the best on the market. It means a great deal to know you found the right option with us, and I’ll make sure your feedback is shared with the team.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your review. We’re really pleased to hear that you were happy with both the prices and the service you received. It means a great deal to know the team were able to support you well during the planning process.If there’s ever anything more you need, we’re here for you.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Planning
I had to arrange a funeral for my freind
I had to arrange a funeral for my friend as he has a terminal illness ,I delt with a lady called Sam lee she was great and gave me everything I needed. And all paper work came within a day or so.
The hole experience having to sort the funeral for my friend with Sam was made without any worries at all.
Thankyou sam
15 April 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re really glad to hear that Sam was able to support you during such a difficult time. Arranging a funeral for a friend who is terminally ill is incredibly hard, and knowing that she made the process easier and worry free means a great deal to us.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Planning
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re really pleased to hear you found the team very helpful, pleasant and polite. Your kind words mean a great deal, and I’ll make sure they’re shared with everyone involved. If there’s ever anything more you need, we’re always here to support you.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Totally listen to what I wanted and how…
Totally listen to what I wanted and how I wanted it and to me that meant alot, in this day of telling the customer what they need, it was like a breath of fresh air to have what I wanted was great.
5 May 2026
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. It means a great deal to hear that you felt truly listened to throughout the planning process. Making sure everything is shaped around what you want and how you want it is incredibly important to us, so knowing this made such a difference to you is really appreciated. In a time when it can often feel like people are told what they “should” do, we’re glad we could offer an experience that felt personal, respectful and right for you. If there’s ever anything more you need, we’re always here to support you.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Reply from Central Co-op Funeral Plans
Thank you for your review. We’re really pleased to hear you received great service, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
Take care,
Central Co-op Funeral Plans
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