Our Middleton Funeral Directors
121 Long Street, Middleton, M24 6DL
Lines open 24 hours a day
About our Middleton funeral home
We are S. Wellens & Sons Funeral Directors and since 1870 we have been organising beautiful and personal funerals for the communities surrounding Middleton.
Throughout the years we have gained valuable experience in all types of funeral services. Whether your preference is a traditional or religious ceremony, or something completely unique and different, we will cater to all your needs.
In April 2018, we conducted a burial at sea for one of the families who entrusted us to make their loved one’s funeral service special.
We will tailor every last detail of the day, from helping you to select your favourite flowers, to ensuring the wellbeing of you and your family, whilst treating you with uncompromising compassion every step of the way.
You can count on us to be there for you. Someone will always be there to answer your call, no matter what time of day or night, so please phone us, as soon as you need us.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Meet our team
Our experienced and helpful team is here to help plan a memorable and fitting funeral.
Anthony
Funeral Director
Kit Wellens
Funeral Director
Claire
Funeral Director
Meet our team
Our Funeral Directors in Middleton are here to support you if a loved one has just passed away and you need help to arrange a funeral. We offer support and guidance at every step, including helping with registering the death and planning funerals for all faiths and cultures. If you ever need us, you can call 24 hours a day to discuss your needs.
We understand how important it is to get things right when it comes to saying farewell to those we love. You will get an unparalleled standard of care from our qualified and compassionate funeral directors.
We can also help you with memorials.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 0161 643 2677 today.
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Our services
With four packages available, at S. Wellens & Sons Funeral Directors in Middleton we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Prices.
The Attended Funeral
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
- The Attended Funeral£2695
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1078
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£3773
The Silver Funeral
When you choose The Wellens Funeral service, our expert funeral directors will help you to arrange a touching service for your loved one, where family and friends can come together to remember them and celebrate their life. The cremation will then be carried out with the utmost care at one of our selected local crematoria without any mourners present.
- The Silver Funeral£2495
- Estimate of third party costs including crematorium cost and minister or celebrant£1078
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£3573
The Intimate Funeral
The Intimate Funeral allows you to celebrate the life of your loved one, with an Attended Funeral with some restrictions.
- The Intimate Funeral£1995
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1078
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£3073
The Unattended Funeral
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
- The Unattended Funeral£1545
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- (Includes cost of cremation)-
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£1545
Memorials
Commemorate your loved one's life with a Memorial to keep their memory alive. Choose from a variety of options, from headstones, urns to memorial plaques, vases, benches, statues, jewellery, and more, allowing you to create something special that reflects their life, love, and cherished memories.
Where to find us
Contact
Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 0161 643 2677
Our Address
121 Long Street, Middleton, M24 6DL
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Directions and parking
You can find us on Long Street, close to the junction for Mellalieu Street. We have a large car park you can use free of charge.
0161 643 2677Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
Frequently asked questions
When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.
Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.
From 9 September 2024, there will no longer be a doctor's fee in England and Wales when arranging a funeral. This is because from this date, all deaths in England and Wales will be independently viewed, either by a relevant coroner or by a Medical Examiner and the cost will be met by the NHS.
A Medical Examiner is a specifically trained independent senior doctor who will scrutinise all deaths across a local area that do not fall under the coroner's jurisdiction. By providing a greater level of scrutiny over the cause of deaths; it is hoped that the introduction of Medical Examiners will make it less likely that unnatural causes of death will go unnoticed; that the number of deaths unnecessarily referred to the coroner will be reduced and that national data about causes of death will be captured with greater accuracy.
Medical Examiners, or Medical Examiner Officers, will also be available to meet with families, or their representatives, if they wish to discuss the cause of death.
Our reviews
maria spencer
28th Feb 2026
During the toughest times of my life - losing both parents - Dot at Wellens was my rock. From the outset she guided me through my dads funeral arrangements in 2019 and as an only child she went over and above to help me before and after the funeral. 7 years later In January 2026 I lost my mum. Dot remembered the surname and immediately made contact with me to assure me she would, again, be with me every step of the way. I cannot recommend Wellens highly enough. Thank you Dot you are an amazing woman, an asset to Wellens xx love Maria xxx
Sez
12th Feb 2026
Wellins have been absolutley amazing looking after my late grandad thomas , he was 100 when he passed and he was cared for with the upmost respect and care, they did everything they could and more for him and made his day extra special. We can not thank them enough what a lovely caring team of people.
ian kenyon
9th Feb 2026
super service explained everything and what to expect would recommend s. wellens & sons to anybody that asks and a big thank you to Clair who helped us through this sad time
Carla Aherne
7th Feb 2026
I am deeply grateful for Wellens Middleton, in particular Dot who listened to what we wanted and arranged everything with no fuss. Whenever we visited, we were greeted with a friendly smile and welcoming manner by the receptionist, so sorry do not know her name. Anthony called the day before the funeral to arrange pick up time and he and the team were very professiinal and respectful on the day. Would definitely recommend Wellens Middleton.
Jacqueline Edwards
2nd Feb 2026
Very freindley , people in wellens , i was happy with all dad's farewell service , and cremation , they explained everything well
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