Funeral Directors in Cheshire

Chester Cathedral

Located in Chester, the Chester Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral and the mother church of the Diocese of Chester. Its history dates back to around 1272 with initial work on the building completed by local architect Richard Lenginour. Like many other Grade I listed buildings significant modifications have been carried out over the years, with major medieval styles, including Perpendicular and Norman, evident in the architecture.

The cathedral can be hired for funerals, either by speaking with your funeral director or by visiting the Chester Cathedral website.

St Mary's Church

St Mary’s Church is located in the centre of Nantwich, Cheshire and dates back to the 14th century. As a Grade I listed building it is recognised for its historical and architectural value to the area, with many people referring to it as the “Cathedral of South Cheshire”.

St Mary's Church can be booked for a funeral, either by speaking with your funeral director or by visiting the official St Mary’s Church website.

St John the Baptist's Church

St John the Baptist's Church is located in Chester, Cheshire and was founded in AD 689 by King Aethelred. The church was considered to be a cathedral during the Middle Ages and is now a Grade I listed building. Many locals consider the church to be one of the best examples of 11th-century architecture in the Cheshire area.

If you would like to hire St John the Baptist’s Church for a funeral, you can either speak to your funeral director or contact the church directly on the official St John the Baptist’s Church website.

The All Saints Lewis Carroll Centre

All Saints' Church is located in the village of Daresbury, Cheshire and dates back to a 12th-century chapelry that was founded on the same site. The church is well-known for its ties to Lewis Carroll, the writer of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and even features characters from the story in its stained glass windows.

If you would like to hire The All Saints Lewis Carroll Centre for a funeral in Cheshire, all you need to do is speak to your funeral director or visit the official All Saints Lewis Carroll Centre website.

St Peter's Church, Delamere

St Peter's Church is located in the village of Delamere in Cheshire. It was built in 1817 based on the inspired designs of James Gunnery, with funding provided by the Freemasons. The church was reportedly built to honour the Duke of Wellington's victory in the Battle of Waterloo. Today the church is a Grade II listed building, with a beautiful clock face on the south side and ashlar buff Manley sandstone adorning its walls.

If you would like to book St Peter's Church, Delamere for a funeral, please contact your funeral director or reach out to the church directly on the St Peter's Church website.

Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa

Rookery Hall is set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside with easy access from Chester, Liverpool and Manchester. The venue boasts 8 meeting rooms with a total capacity of up to 200 guests.

If you would like to hire Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa for a wake, please contact your funeral director or reach out to the venue directly on the Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa website.

Crewe Hall

Crewe Hall is set in lush green grounds and boasts a grand and historically rich exterior. The hall also offers 25 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of up to 364 guests. There is also an award-winning restaurant on-site, so catering can be provided for a wake.

To find out more or to make a booking, please contact the venue direct on the Crewe Hall website.

Congleton Town Hall

This Victorian Gothic building caters for a wide variety of events and functions, including wakes. Each of the three meeting rooms have been painstakingly restored to capture their historical charm and have a total capacity for up to 220 guests.

If you would like to hire the venue for a wake, speak to your funeral director or contact the venue direct on the Congleton Town Hall website.

ABode Chester

The ABode in Chester is a modern hotel with breathtaking views over the city and surrounding countryside. The hotel caters to functions such as wakes, with an onsite brasserie and two meeting rooms that can cater for up to 140 guests.

To hire the venue for a wake, speak to your funeral director or contact the venue direct on the ABode Chester website.

The Hillcrest Hotel

The Hillcrest Hotel is located in Widnes, Cheshire and is within easy reach from nearby cities such as Liverpool and Manchester via the M6 and M62. The venue is able to cater to wakes, with three meeting rooms available and a total guest capacity of up to 150 people.

If you would like to hire the venue for a wake, speak to your funeral director or contact the venue direct on the Hillcrest Hotel website.

Delamere Forest

This large wooded area in Cheshire comprises of 950 hectares of forest, with abundant wildlife and camping areas. The location is also home to Blakemere Moss, which is a well-known site of “specific scientific interest” due to its large numbers of dragonflies.

Leasowe Common

Located in North Wirral Coastal Park, Leasowe Common is a pretty green space that sits adjacent to Moreton Beach. The beach itself was awarded the highest award for water quality from the EU and is listed in the Good Beach Guide. On the first and third Sunday of the month during April and September, you can also visit the Leasowe Lighthouse, which is the oldest rock-built lighthouse in the EU.

Lyme Park

This sprawling 1,400-acre estate is located below Disley in Cheshire and is packed with abundant woodland and wonderful views. The estate includes a Grade I listed 16th-century mansion house with extensive gardens roamed by wild deer. It was also heavily featured in the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.

Porthdinllaen

This idyllic 18th-century fishing village is located in the Llyn Peninsula of North Wales and features the beautiful beach at Morfa Nefyn. Visitors are encouraged to pay a visit to the unforgettable Aysgarth Falls and to take part in the many peaceful walking opportunities throughout the surrounding forests.

Beeston

If you or your loved one appreciate majestic castles and wonderful views then Beeston is well worth your visit. Visitors to the area can climb to the top of the hill to appreciate Beeston Castle before taking in the panoramic views over the eight counties of Wales and the Welsh Mountains. Or if you prefer, you can have a gentle stroll along the Shropshire Union Canal.