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John Meynell Funeral Directors

About us

John Meynell Funeral Directors is here to offer you our full support during this difficult time. We provide consistently high standards of funeral care, services and facilities to the local communities of Darlington and Newton Aycliffe.

Since we were established as Meynells Funeral Services in 1910, we have gone from strength to strength. We are renowned for the standard of service that we offer to bereaved families. We have built up over 100 years of knowledge and expertise, which is why we are so often trusted to take care of loved ones.

We listen carefully to ensure we understand every wish in detail. Doing so means we can make the arrangements on your behalf, alleviating the stress that can often accompany planning a funeral. Working closely with families means we can ensure everything is just right for the funeral, giving a meaningful celebration of your loved one’s life.

You can get in touch with us 24 hours a day, so please call us as soon as you need our assistance.

Our locations

Meynell and Mason Funeral Home Newton Aycliffe Stephenson Way

Newton Aycliffe

Cemetery Chapel, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 7DF

Meynell and Mason Funeral Home Darlington on North Road

Darlington

148/150 North Road, Darlington, DL1 2EJ

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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.

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99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
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97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.
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Supporting 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

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

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

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.

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Head Office

4 King Edwards Court,
King Edward Square,
Sutton Coldfield,
West Midlands, B73 6AP

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