Business Details
19 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Directors in Whickham
Whickham Funeral Directors has been serving bereaved families in the North East for two decades, offering compassionate and professional funeral care since 2007. As an independent funeral director based in Whickham, we prioritise personal attention, ensuring every family receives tailored support during their time of need. Our purpose-built facility provides a peaceful environment for arrangements, while our partnerships with local florists and caterers guarantee quality services at affordable prices. We specialise in creating unique funeral experiences, whether traditional or contemporary, and offer pre-paid funeral plans to ease future burdens.Our membership with The Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) ensures adherence to nationally recognised standards. Available 24/7, we guide families through every step, from repatriation logistics to memorial design, with unwavering sensitivity and expertise. Our fleet of modern vehicles and extensive coffin selection reflect our commitment to dignity and choice. With a reputation built on trust and excellence, we remain dedicated to serving Whickham, Newcastle, and surrounding areas with integrity.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Burial Services
Coffin Selection
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Repatriation
Memorial Design
Floral Arrangements
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of local funeral service experience.
- Our SAIF membership guarantees nationally recognised standards.
- We provide 24/7 availability for urgent assistance.
- Our no-obligation initial consultations ease decision-making.
- We partner with trusted local florists and caterers.
Associations and certifications
- SAIF
What people say
Compassionate support
Professional service
Stress-free arrangements
Exceptional care
Respectful presentation
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We guide families through every aspect of funeral planning, from legal documentation to service personalisation. Our team ensures all details reflect your wishes while providing emotional support. Available 24/7, we handle repatriation, religious or non-religious ceremonies, and coordination with third-party vendors.
Cremation Services
We arrange cremation services with dignity, offering venue selection, memorial options, and ash casket choices. Our expertise includes coordinating with crematoriums and providing guidance on scattering or keeping ashes. Personalised tributes ensure meaningful farewells.
Coffin Selection
Our extensive range includes traditional oak, mahogany, and solid wood caskets, alongside eco-friendly alternatives. Each option is FSC-certified, with customisation available for colours, linings, and engravings to reflect individual preferences.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Secure future funeral costs with our pre-paid plans, fixed at today's prices. Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, these plans alleviate financial burdens for loved ones while ensuring your wishes are documented.
Memorial Design
We assist in selecting and designing memorials from hundreds of options, including materials, engravings, and placement. Our service covers local authority permissions and guarantees all work for lasting peace of mind.
People
Martin Rankin
Funeral Director
Martin Rankin is a qualified funeral director with two decades of experience in the North East. He established his independent practice in 2007, prioritising compassionate care and professional excellence. His leadership ensures every family receives tailored support.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide full funeral arrangements, cremation, burial, coffin selection, pre-paid plans, repatriation, and memorial design. Our services are tailored to individual needs.
Are your prices transparent?
Yes, we publish a standardised price list as required by law, ensuring clarity and comparability across services.
Do you offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Yes, we offer FCA-regulated pre-paid plans to secure future costs and ease financial burdens for families.
Are you SAIF accredited?
Yes, our SAIF membership ensures adherence to national standards for professional, ethical funeral services.
Do you serve areas outside Whickham?
We serve Whickham, Newcastle, Dunston, Swalwell, Sunniside, and surrounding North East regions.
Are you available for emergencies?
Yes, our team is available 24/7 to assist with urgent funeral arrangements or repatriation needs.
Reviews (4)
Ian Carlton
Apr 19, 2021
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Thankyou so much for your services during the sad time of my Mother Jean,s death. You made everything so straight forward and easier to cope with.
Natalie answered all our questions and helped where she could. The service on the day was brilliant. Thank you so much.
LC
Natalie answered all our questions and helped where she could. The service on the day was brilliant. Thank you so much.
LC
Ingrid Slater
Nov 24, 2020
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Thank you so much for the most beautiful card i recieved today xx you do an amazing job xx highly recommend xxxx
Pam Gibson
Nov 23, 2020
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I would like to thank Martin and all the staff at Martin Rankin Funeral Directors during the challenging time following the loss of our dearly loved mam. Can I thank you all for the kindness and support you have shown to us. The funeral was just perfect and you went above and beyond and sometimes just the simplest things mean so much. We are touched and grateful for all that you have done for us.
Karen Smith
Aug 08, 2019
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Excellent service from the whole company. Natalie was professional and friendly, nothing was to much trouble and she helped ensure that Dads funeral went so well. At our request they arranged a celibrant Gail More to conduct the service and we cannot recommend her highly enough. Rankins provided our family with a service that helped us all at such a difficult time. Their attention to detail and care towards our Mum in their dealings with her and us was greatly appreciated.
