Co-op Funeralcare Reviews 

5,804
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 2,443 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. People frequently praise the staff members for being exceptionally compassionate, highly knowledgeable, and deeply supportive when guiding families through very difficult moments. Consumers also greatly appreciate the straightforward website and the simple online planning tools, which make organizing future arrangements much faster and entirely stress-free. Some reviewers were not happy with the overall customer care, noting repeated instances of poor communication, unresponsiveness from finance departments, and significant difficulties getting timely replies. A few individuals experienced frustrating delays when waiting for written responses or trying to sort out administrative details following their arrangements.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are brother and sister and we recently used Co-op Funeralcare on Huddersfield Road, Barnsley for our Mum's funeral. We met with the lovely Danielle there and she fully explained everything in detai... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joanne from the failsworth co op branch went all out to help us as a family she was very warm helpful understanding she explained everything as we said my partner who had sadly passed away wanted a di... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought my plan online and the instructions were quite clear to follow. I could also nominate someone else to receive the information which is good as it lets someone else know that I have a plan in... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We dealt with Brookfields Funeral care in Shakespeare St, Southport. From the beginning to the end we received the utmost respectful care for my sister, who passed and my family. The empathy and atten... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Considerate and professional advice left us feeling we had done the right thing.

Initially it was not possible to arrange a face-to-face meeting to discuss pre-payment for a funeral plan due to staff shortage issues. However, I was contacted by a senior staff member, Tom Clark, who arranged a meeting with my partner and myself at a local office. Throughout our meeting Mr Clark was considerate, professional, and advised us that our requirements could be met and competently executed in the future when required. We concluded our meeting, paying in full for our selected plans, and feeling satisfied that we had done the right thing.

5 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hi John,

Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback.

We're pleased to hear that Tom was able to arrange a face-to-face meeting and provide considerate, professional support throughout. It's reassuring to know that you and your partner left feeling confident that your requirements had been understood and that you had made the right decision.

Thank you for choosing Co-op Funeralcare.

Take care, ^Elan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service
I was seen by debby her explanation on how all plans work was excellent really knowledgeable knows her job very well I
Would highly recommend using co-op funeral services to friend and family

7 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Mrs McGeary, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you experienced excellent service and that Debby was really knowledgeable when explaining how all our plans work. It's wonderful that her expertise left you feeling so confident and we truly appreciate your high recommendation to your friends and family.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Chose co op due to it being easy…

Chose co op due to it being easy process and it covers exactly what I was after also not having to pay full amount up front really helps

6 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Neil, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you chose us because our easy process covers exactly what you were after. It's wonderful to hear that our option to not pay the full amount up front really helps you out.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

used before on 2 occasions very…

used before on 2 occasions very professional and reliable

8 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Dennis, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you found our team very professional and reliable based on your experience using us before on two occasions.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Seriously important

We Had an appointment and it was right on time even though she had driven quite a few miles to get there.
She was very clear to understand so we would recommend Co-Op funeral care to our friends.

5 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Roy, thank you for your review. We're so glad that your appointment was right on time and that our colleague was very clear to understand. It's wonderful that you had such a positive experience and we truly appreciate your recommendation to your friends.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Offered a great service

Offered a great service
I recently visited Co-op Funeralcare to arrange a pre-paid funeral plan, and I was pleasantly surprised by how straightforward and comfortable the whole process was.

The staff were incredibly kind, compassionate and professional throughout. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions, and never made me feel rushed or pressured. Their knowledge and understanding helped put me at ease when discussing a topic that can sometimes feel daunting.

What I thought might be a difficult or overwhelming experience turned out to be much easier than I expected, thanks to the support and guidance I received. I left feeling reassured that everything was in place and grateful for the care and respect shown throughout.

I would highly recommend Co-op Funeralcare to anyone considering a pre-paid funeral plan. Their friendly and informative approach made a potentially difficult task much more manageable.

5 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello and thank you for your amazing review. We're so glad that you experienced a great service and were pleasantly surprised by how straightforward and comfortable the process was. It's wonderful that our kind, compassionate and professional staff took the time to explain everything clearly and answer your questions without any pressure, making a potentially difficult task much more manageable for you.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional and informative

Very professional and informative

4 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Jennifer, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you found our team to be very professional and informative during your experience with us.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pre paid policy

Very easy to get policy

9 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you found it very easy to get your policy.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have given a 5 star rating because its simply the best …

I have given a 5 star rating because Anything less would be a travesty.
From the minute I walked in the door,
The minute I left i was treated as a real person,not just another number.
The lady who sorted everything out for me was called Louise,and she was amazing,I asked her for a certain plan,and I got exactly what I asked for,no hard sell,no pressure to get extra bells and whistles,just what I wanted.
I was given a payment plan to help me afford it,something to suit my budget.
It's very hard to find a company you can trust these days,but the co op you can trust.
They have helped me so much in the last 5 years,I have buried my son,my mum,my dad,my auntie Lynn,my uncle Jimmy, and every time they sorted out everything we needed.
Thank you so much
And now I have planned my way to go.
And Louise at cheethams in walkden you are a real credit to the co op and a really really warm caring human being.
Many thanks
Mr P A Nuttall

6 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Mr Nuttall, thank you for your amazing review. We're so incredibly grateful for your 5 star rating and for your continued trust in us over the last 5 years during such difficult times for your son, mum, dad, auntie Lynn and uncle Jimmy. It's wonderful to hear that Louise treated you like a real person, giving you exactly the plan you wanted with no pressure or hard sell, and finding a payment plan to suit your budget. We'll be sure to pass on your heartfelt words to Louise and let her know she's a real credit to us.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

While buying two funeral plans we were…

While buying two funeral plans we were made to feel comfortable and all our queries were answered fully.

4 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Victor, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you were made to feel comfortable while buying your two funeral plans. It's wonderful that all your queries were answered fully by our team.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

my family have always used your great…

my family have always used your great funeral service i would have preferred choice of coffin i.e. a solid oak not a rubbish Veneered one but a great service thanks

3 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Michael, thank you for your review. We're so glad that your family has always used our funeral service and that you found it to be great. We appreciate your feedback regarding the coffin options and your preference for solid oak over veneered choices and we will certainly pass your comments along to our team.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with the co op

Very helpful and professional no complaints I first used co op in 1970s
Glad too see they are still as good

5 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Frank, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you found our team very helpful and professional with no complaints. We're incredibly grateful for your decades of loyalty since the 1970s and we're so pleased to hear that we are still as good today as we were back then - thanks!
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and trustworthy

Clear, patient, professional telephone arrangements. All good

3 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello and thank you for your review. We're so glad that you experienced clear, patient and professional telephone arrangements. It's wonderful to hear that everything went well for you.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Changed funeral plans

My wife and I decided to change our funeral plans and the telephone sales agent was excellent. He walked us through the requirements and options and set up the new plans up over the phone. Peace of mind. Excellent service.

3 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello and thank you for your review. We're so glad that you and your wife had such an excellent experience with our telephone sales agent when changing your funeral plans. It's wonderful that he walked you through your options so thoroughly to set everything up over the phone, giving you both total peace of mind and excellent service.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Completed online

Completed online, Easy process no complicated questions, fully explained

7 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Karen, thank you for your review. We're so glad that you found our online process easy with no complicated questions. It's wonderful that everything was fully explained to you along the way.
^Best Wishes, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely satisfied!

I've recently pre-paid for my funeral with Co-op Funeralcare plan. It was very easy and quick to do online. Within a few days I received a letter with all the necessary documents in a lovely folder detailing the contents of my funeral plan and chosen Co-op funeral home. The folder also contains two very handy small cut out funeral plan cards with my plan number on them. I kept one and gave the other one to my daughter. I made a mistake about the chosen Co-op funeral home, so I called customer service care to change it, which was not a problem and I was able to change it. Customer service care were very professional, polite, patient and kind. Within 2 days I received a letter with the amended Co-op funeral home. I did a lot of research and I'm glad that I chose the Co-op funeralcare plan. I now have peace of mind that everything will be taken care of.

29 July 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Thank you, Suzanne. I'm really pleased we were able to give you peace of mind and you're happy you chose us for your funeralcare needs. If you need anything else, please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer service team again
^Mike

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process

I bought my plan online and the instructions were quite clear to follow. I could also nominate someone else to receive the information which is good as it lets someone else know that I have a plan in place. I’ve chosen the co-op direct cremation as the staff at Bishop Auckland were brilliant when my mum died.

9 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hi Deborah,
Thank you for sharing your brilliant experience with the team in Bishop Auckland. I'm sending my deepest condolences for the loss of your mum. I'm also glad you found the online process clear and easy to follow. We really appreciate you choosing Coop Funeralcare.
Take care,
^Cheryl

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I lost my mother and father a couple of…

I lost my mother and father a couple of years ago . Couldnt fault the cremations . But comments at maidstone and herne bay co op funeral care branches were upsetting . Both branches made comments about bodies could smell .

1 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Hello Antony, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I'm pleased to hear that you were satisfied with the arrangements for your mother and father's cremations, however I'm sorry to hear that parts of your experience left you feeling upset, especially at such a difficult time.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I'll ensure your comments are shared with the local teams so they're aware of your experience.
^Take care, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My husband and I were given time to…

My husband and I were given time to discuss our uncertainities. There was no pressure to make quick decisions. We appreciated any advice given and believe we took the best plan for ourselves.

16 July 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Thank you for sharing your feedback, Mary. I'm pleased to hear that you found the advice helpful and feel confident in your chosen plan. ^Aidan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mum’s funeral

Everything from receiving my mum into their care before the funeral and the service we received until the end was perfect. Lisa and your team were amazing.
Thank you

6 August 2026
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Reply from Co-op Funeralcare

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Anne. It means a lot to know we could support you and your family during such an incredibly difficult time. ^Aidan

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