We understand that the cost of a funeral can be a great worry to families and transparency is important to us at Hillier’s. Use our calculator to get a realistic estimate of the cost of a funeral. To get started choose between burial or cremation and click next.
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Cremation
Select Funeral Style
Hillier Personal Funeral
The 'Personal Funeral' is the most common style of funeral we arrange as it offers the most choice and provides the full support of the team, with no limits on the possibilities for the funeral.
From
£3,810.00
Arranging and conducting
Local removal during working hours
Completion of all necessary paperwork
Administration of donations including an online memorial/ donation page
Preparation and chapel visits
Cortege via a local address
Whitworth Coffin
Minister / Celebrant
Additional Options
Church Service
Choice of Coffin
Procession Cars
Flowers
Service Sheets
Webcast
Photo Montage
Hillier Personal Funeral
The 'Personal Funeral' is the most common style of funeral we arrange as it offers the most choice and provides the full support of the team, with no limits on the possibilities for the funeral.
From
£4,319.00
Arranging and conducting
Local removal during working hours
Completion of all necessary paperwork
Administration of donations including an online memorial/ donation page
Preparation and chapel visits
Cortege via a local address
Whitworth Coffin
Minister / Celebrant
Additional Options
Church Service
Choice of Coffin
Procession Cars
Flowers
Service Sheets
Webcast
Photo Montage
Hillier Simple Funeral
A traditional funeral service where certain elements and choices have been reduced to lower the cost. It is offered as an option to families who may have a limited budget for funeral expenses.
From
£3,460.00
Arranging and conducting
Local removal during working hours
Completion of all necessary paperwork
Administration of donations including an online memorial/ donation page
Preparation
Simple Coffin
Provision of an immaculate hearse & bearers to meet directly at the crematorium / graveside
Minister / Celebrant
Additional Options
Flowers
Service Sheets
Webcast
Hillier Simple Funeral
A traditional funeral service where certain elements and choices have been reduced to lower the cost. It is offered as an option to families who may have a limited budget for funeral expenses.
From
£3,769.00
Arranging and conducting
Local removal during working hours
Completion of all necessary paperwork
Administration of donations including an online memorial/ donation page
Preparation
Simple Coffin
Provision of an immaculate hearse & bearers to meet directly at the crematorium / graveside
Minister / Celebrant
Additional Options
Flowers
Service Sheets
Webcast
Hillier Unattended Funeral
An unattended cremation is an option if you wish to have a simple cremation without a service or ceremony. Without the family attending we will ensure your loved one is given a dignified and respectful funeral with our high quality and standard of service.
From
£1,500.00
Arranging and conducting
Local removal during working hours
Completion of all necessary paperwork
Preparation
Basic coffin
Provision of an immaculate hearse & bearers
Additional Options
Flowers
Select Crematorium
You can choose any crematorium you would like, Kingsdown and North Wiltshire are local to Swindon or, if opting for a Personal funeral, you can hold the funeral in our service room at Kingshill House followed by an unattended cremation the next day. If you are looking for a different venue then we have supported families with organising funerals in community centres, gardens as well as churches and other religious venues.
Kingshill House
with unattended committal
£295.00
Kingsdown
£575.00 – £975.00
North Wiltshire
£850.00 – £1,290.00
Select Cemetery
There are a wide range of venues available to hold a funeral service including church, cemetery chapel and our own service room at Kingshill house (available with Personal funerals). If you are looking for a different venue then we have supported families with organising funerals in community centres, gardens and pubs.
From our traditional range of Volvo hearses and following limousines to horse drawn carriages and more unique transport options, we can ensure your loved one has a dignified and fitting final journey.
Your choice of coffin can add an individual touch to the funeral. We offer coffins in many styles, from the traditional to the contemporary to the bespoke, so that you can truly honour the character of your loved one.
The Athelney is a wicker basket coffin woven with our highest quality willow. It is named after the village of Athelney, which lies just a few miles away from our farm. Athelney is said to be the place where King Alfred hid from the Vikings in the home of a peasant woman, whose cakes he mistakenly let burn.
The Athelney is a highly customisable coffin, woven in a simple classic style and weave. The main body of the Athelney can be woven in buff, white, or antique willow.
The Athelney can also be customised to incorporate coloured bands and handles. These are available in a range of hand-dyed colours.
The Rainbow willow coffin forms part of our Rainbow Range. It is woven in hand dyed willow and features all seven colours of the rainbow.
The lid and plait can be woven in hand dyed red willow or choose one of our natural willow finishes; antique buff, buff, white, barked or steamed. Yellow toggles complete the rainbow look.
The Rainbow coffin can be customised to incorporate different colour stripes.
The Wick Moor coffin is woven from natural barked willow. The lid, plait and handles can be woven from antique buff, white, buff, or steamed willow. This coffin is named after an area in West Somerset where our willow is grown.
The Wick Moor coffin is one of our most environmentally friendly as natural barked willow is simply left to dry. Toggles complement the natural feel.
Our Block Colour wicker coffin is woven from our highest quality buff and hand dyed willow. It is available in 16 different colours; red, orange, yellow, dark green, light green, dark blue, light blue, lilac, purple, light pink, fuchsia pink, dark grey, light grey, burgundy, black and turquoise.
The Sedgemoor is a traditional shape willow coffin woven from our highest quality buff willow. It is named after the area in which our willow farm is situated.
The Sedgemoor coffin can be customised to incorporate other natural willow finishes into the design. Choose from antique buff, barked, steamed, white and/or hand dyed coloured willow.
The Glastonbury is a traditional shape willow coffin woven entirely from our highest quality steamed willow. It is named after Glastonbury Tor which is visible from our willow farm.
This striking coffin is designed to give an entirely natural alternative to mahogany wood. The Glastonbury coffin can be customised to incorporate other natural willow finishes and/or hand dyed coloured willow into the design.
The Blackdown is a wicker basket coffin woven with our highest quality buff and steamed willow. It is named after the range of hills which run along the border between Somerset and Devon.
The main body of the Blackdown is woven with buff willow. Dark brown steamed willow is used for the banding and the plait border on the lid edge. The plait, handles and/or bands can be woven in buff, steamed, antique buff or white willow. Hand dyed coloured willow can also be incorporated into a design.
The Avalon is a white woven coffin handmade with our highest quality white willow. It is named after the mystical Isle of Avalon (now known as Glastonbury) which is said to be the burial site of King Arthur.
White willow is produced through traditional processes. No dye is used. This is a natural product, so the colour is not ‘paper white’.
The Rainbow Light willow coffin forms part of our Rainbow Range. It is woven in hand dyed willow and buff willow and subtly features all seven colours of the rainbow.
The main body of the coffin, the lid and the plait can be woven in antique buff, barked, buff, steamed or white willow. Coloured toggles are available.
The Rainbow Twist coffin forms part of our Rainbow Range. It is woven in hand dyed and buff willow and features all seven colours of the rainbow in a swirling pattern.
The lid and plait can be woven in a plain natural willow finish or in a multi-coloured design. For a plain natural finish choose from antique buff, barked, buff, white or steamed willow.
The Avalon is a white willow coffin woven from our highest quality white willow. It is named after the mystical Isle of Avalon (now known as Glastonbury) which is said to be the burial site of King Arthur.
White willow is produced through traditional processes. No dye is used. This is a natural product, so the colour is not ‘paper white’.
Our Block Colour coffin is woven from our highest quality buff and hand dyed willow. These coloured willow coffins are available in 16 different colours; red, orange, yellow, dark green, light green, dark blue, light blue, lilac, purple, light pink, fuchsia pink, dark grey, light grey, burgundy, black and turquoise.
Alternatively, the following natural finishes can be incorporated; antique buff, barked, steamed and white willow.
The Hay Moor is a curved end wicker coffin woven entirely from our highest quality steamed willow. It is named after the nearby Curry and Hay Moors which form part of the marshes on the Somerset Levels.
This striking wicker coffin is designed to give an entirely natural alternative to mahogany wood. The Hay Moor can be customised to incorporate other natural willow finishes and/or natural dyed coloured willow into the design.
The Mendip is a curved end willow coffin woven from our highest quality buff and steamed willow. It is named after the Mendip Hills which run between Weston-super-Mare and Frome. Part of the hills has been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The main body of the Mendip is woven with buff willow. Dark brown steamed willow is used for the banding and the plait border on the lid edge. The plait, handles and/or bands can be woven in buff, steamed, antique buff or white willow. Hand dyed coloured willow can also be incorporated into a design.
The Southlake is a curved end willow coffin woven from our highest quality buff willow. It is named after the area in which our willow farm is situated.
The Southlake coffin can be customised to incorporate other natural willow finishes into the design. Choose from antique buff, barked, steamed, white and/or hand dyed coloured willow.
The Quantock is a beautiful English willow coffin woven with our highest quality buff and white willow. It is named after the Quantock Hills which form the western border of Sedgemoor and the Somerset Levels. The Quantocks were England’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
English willow coffin features
The main body of the Quantock is woven with buff willow. White willow is used for the banding and the plait border on the lid edge. The coffin can be customised to incorporate other willow finishes into the design. Antique buff, barked, buff, steamed and/or hand dyed coloured willow can be used.
The Moorland wicker coffin is woven from natural barked willow. The lid, plait and handles can be woven from white, buff, antique buff or steamed willow. This coffin is named after a village close to our farm. Moorland was severely damaged during the floods of 2013/14.
This wicker coffin is one of our most environmentally friendly as natural barked willow is simply left to dry. Toggles complement the natural feel.
Our Forester coffin is crafted from solid pine wood, benefitting from the natural beauty of this highly sustainable material. It comes with a choice of wooden handles or rope for that extra special natural look. Enhance the coffin further by adding engravings.
Our Full Colour coffin is woven entirely from our highest quality hand dyed willow. It is available in 16 different colours; red, orange, yellow, dark green, light green, dark blue, light blue, lilac, purple, light pink, fuchsia pink, dark grey, light grey, burgundy, black and turquoise.
This coffin can also be woven entirely with natural barked willow.
The Britannia casket has been designed for the grand farewell. A bold statement of grandeur, a personal send off for larger than life characters.
The Britannia caskets are available in any colour combination, with bespoke engraved personalisation on the outside of the coffin, personalised lid insert, and a choice of 6 coloured interiors.
Our engraved coffin ends affords you a chance to add a personalised engraved message or image to the end of the coffin, along with the choice of a bespoke coffin colour as individual as your loved one.
The Britannia casket has been designed for the grand farewell. A bold statement of grandeur, a personal send off for larger than life characters.
The Britannia caskets are available in any colour combination, with bespoke engraved personalisation, full or split lid options, and a choice of 6 coloured interiors.
The Britannia casket has been designed for the grand farewell. A bold statement of grandeur, a personal send off for larger than life characters.
The Britannia caskets are available in any colour combination, with bespoke engraved personalisation on the outside of the coffin, personalised lid insert, and a choice of 6 coloured interiors.
The Britannia casket has been designed for the grand farewell. A bold statement of grandeur, a personal send off for larger than life characters.
The Britannia caskets are available in any colour combination, with bespoke engraved personalisation, full or split lid options, and a choice of 6 coloured interiors.
The Britannia casket has been designed for the grand farewell. A bold statement of grandeur, a personal send off for larger than life characters.
The Britannia caskets are available in any colour combination, with bespoke engraved personalisation, full or split lid options, and a choice of 6 coloured interiors.
The West Moor wicker coffin is woven from our highest quality antique buff willow. It is named after an area close to our willow farm.
The West Moor coffin can be customised so that the design incorporates other natural willow finishes. Choose from; barked, buff, steamed, white and/or hand dyed coloured willow.
Our Full Colour willow coffin is woven entirely from our highest quality hand dyed willow. This colourful wicker coffin is available in 16 different colours; red, orange, yellow, dark green, light green, dark blue, light blue, lilac, purple, light pink, fuchsia pink, dark grey, light grey, burgundy, black and turquoise.
Alternatively, this coffin can be woven entirely with natural barked willow.
The Rainbow wicker coffin forms part of our Rainbow range. It is woven in hand dyed willow and features all seven colours of the rainbow.
The lid and plait can be woven in natural dyed red willow or one of our natural willow finishes; buff, antique buff, white, barked or steamed. Yellow toggles complete the rainbow look.
The Rainbow Light willow coffin forms part of our Rainbow coffin range. It is woven in hand dyed willow and buff willow and subtly features all seven colours of the rainbow.
The main body of the coffin together with the lid and plait can be woven in antique buff, barked, buff, steamed or white willow. Coloured toggles are available.
The Rainbow Twist willow coffin forms part of our Rainbow Range. These colourful coffins are woven in hand dyed and buff willow and feature all seven colours of the rainbow in a swirling pattern.
The lid and plait can be woven in a plain natural willow finish or in a multi-coloured design. For a plain natural finish choose from antique buff, barked, buff, white or steamed willow.
The Simple cardboard coffins are manufactured in the UK from unbleached pulp containing 80% recycled paper and sustainable wood pulp, our cardboard coffins are 100% bio-degradable.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles. These designs are available in cardboard and also MDF.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles. These designs are available in cardboard and also MDF.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles. These designs are available in cardboard and also MDF.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles. These designs are available in cardboard and also MDF.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles. These designs are available in cardboard and also MDF.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles. These designs are available in cardboard and also MDF.
The Simple cardboard coffins are manufactured in the UK from unbleached pulp containing 80% recycled paper and sustainable wood pulp, our cardboard coffins are 100% bio-degradable.
The personalised range of Artiste coffins offers the ultimate in personalisation. We can match to any colour, engrave any name in a choice of fonts, engrave logos or favourite designs – perfect for the most individual of farewells. Speak to us about whatever engraved coffin you require so that we can help meet your needs.
The personalised range of Artiste coffins offers the ultimate in personalisation. We can match to any colour, engrave any name in a choice of fonts, engrave logos or favourite designs – perfect for the most individual of farewells. Speak to us about whatever engraved coffin you require so that we can help meet your needs.
The personalised range of Artiste coffins offers the ultimate in personalisation. We can match to any colour, engrave any name in a choice of fonts, engrave logos or favourite designs – perfect for the most individual of farewells. Speak to us about whatever engraved coffin you require so that we can help meet your needs.
The personalised range of Artiste coffins offers the ultimate in personalisation. We can match to any colour, engrave any name in a choice of fonts, engrave logos or favourite designs – perfect for the most individual of farewells. Speak to us about whatever engraved coffin you require so that we can help meet your needs.
A simple elm veneered coffin with single moulding, flat lid and brassed handles. Fully lined with artificial silk side linings (Available in a choice of colours), a satin pillow and personalised engraved name plate.
A simple coffin with single moulding, flat lid and brassed handles. Fully lined with artificial silk side linings (available in a choice of colours), a satin pillow and personalised engraved name plate.
As the name suggests the Savernake is a natural looking elm veneered coffin with attractive moulding, flat lid and complemented with wooden ring handles. Fitted with satin side linings and pillow, quilted underlining and raised engraved name plate. Metal free the Savernake offers a fitting solution to those that prefer an all wood features. Different coloured side linings can be provided if required.
An elegant elm veneered coffin with attractive moulding, flat lid and wooden handles. Fitted with satin side linings and pillow, quilted underlining and raised engraved name plate. Different coloured side linings can be provided if required.
An elegant elm veneered coffin with attractive moulding, flat lid and superior brassed handles. Fitted with satin side linings and pillow, quilted underlining and raised engraved name plate. The Windermere is also available in dark stain. Different coloured side linings can be provided if required.
An elegant dark stained coffin with attractive moulding, flat lid and superior brassed handles. Fitted with satin side linings and pillow, quilted underlining and raised engraved name plate. Different coloured side linings can be provided if required.
An elm veneered coffin with attractive moulding, flat lid and stylish wooden bar handles. Fitted with satin side linings and pillow, quilted underlining and raised engraved name plate. The Trowbridge is also available in dark stain. Different coloured side linings can be provided if required.
A dark stained coffin with attractive moulding, flat lid and stylish wooden bar handles. Fitted with satin side linings and pillow, quilted underlining and raised engraved name plate. Different coloured side linings can be provided if required.
A contemporary veneered or solid oak coffin with double moulding, half beaded lid and modern ring handles. Satin lined coffin lid and a high quality satin interior bed. Finished with a raised engraved name plate.
A superior oak or mahogany veneered coffin with ornately crafted panelled sides and ends. Complemented with a raised lid and fitted with brassed bar handles. The coffin is finished with a beautiful satin interior bed, lid and engraved name plate.
A superior mahogany veneered coffin with ornately crafted panelled sides and ends. Complemented with a raised lid and fitted with brassed bar handles. The coffin is finished with a beautiful satin interior bed, lid and engraved name plate.
A quality solid oak coffin with ornately crafted panelled sides and ends. Complemented with raised lid and fitted with Oscar bar handles. Alternatively, you may choose your own selection of handles if you prefer. The coffin is finished with a beautiful satin interior bed, lid and engraved name plate.
This traditional English casket is available in either solid oak, mahogany or oak veneer. Featuring hand crafted raised panels, corner mouldings and a hinged lid. Fitted with full length brass bar handles, wreath holders and luxurious ivory upholstered lid and bed area. Finished with a raised engraved nameplate.
In recent years cardboard coffins have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood. These coffins are produced using a honeycomb material made from 100% recycled paper, making them extremely strong. You can choose from a whole range of designs on the colourful coffin website or alternatively a plain brown or white coffin is available. Any images are printed and applied to the coffin on a biodegradeable material wrap. They are suitable for burial or cremation and are supplied with rope or cotton-based fibre handles.
To find out more information, please visit http://colourfulcoffins.com/cardboard-coffins/
A very ornate solid wood coffin with drop bar handles with a side moulding of the last supper, beautiful carved double raised lid and decretive cornice in a medium oak satin finish.
A very ornate solid wood coffin with drop bar handles with a side moulding of the last supper, beautiful carved double raised lid and decretive cornice in a white satin finish.
An elegant solid wood coffin with lyme furniture, fluted sides with gold inlay. Double fluted raised lid with a Offset Plinth Base Moulding. This coffin comes in a White satin finish.
A personalised coffin that has up to six removable and engravable wooden heart keepsakes on the lid. This solid wood coffin comes in a medium oak satin finish with engraved heart detail on the sides as well as delicate mouldings designed to enhance the look of the coffin.
A personalised coffin that has up to six removable and engravable wooden heart keepsakes on the lid. This solid wood coffin comes in a white satin finish with engraved heart detail on the sides as well as delicate mouldings designed to enhance the look of the coffin.
£2,000.00
Select Flowers
We have a wide range of floral options available which can be customised to the individual by changing the colours and type of flowers. We work closely with a local florist to whose expert advice can help to create a fitting tribute to your loved one. Many families now chose to opt for family flowers only and ask mourners for donations for the benefit of a local charity.