Funeral Directors in Blantyre
Local funeral directors serving Blantyre
Birrell Corrance Funeral Directors serves families in Blantyre, High Blantyre and Stonefield from our funeral homes in Cambuslang and Baillieston, both a short drive away. Our phone lines are answered 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Blantyre has a proud history, as the birthplace of David Livingstone and a close-knit mining community. We share those values of community and care, and we will look after your family with the same respect we would show our own.
Funeral services for families in Blantyre
We arrange every kind of funeral for families in Blantyre, including:
- Funeral packages from £1,950
- Cremation funerals with a service at the crematorium chapel
- Traditional burials and the burial of ashes
- Direct cremation from £1,800
- Services for every faith and none
- Personal touches, from music and flowers to club colours
- Funeral plans to pay in advance
Crematoria, cemeteries and churches near Blantyre
Families in Blantyre often choose a cremation at Daldowie Crematorium, only a short drive away, or a burial in one of South Lanarkshire’s local cemeteries. We arrange services at Blantyre’s churches, at crematorium chapels and at the graveside. Find out more in our guide to crematoria and cemeteries in Glasgow and Lanarkshire.
Registering a death in Blantyre
Deaths in South Lanarkshire can be registered with South Lanarkshire Council’s registration service, or at any registration office in Scotland, within 8 days. Bring the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (Form 11) with you. Our guide to arranging a funeral explains each step, and we are always happy to help.
Funeral costs in Blantyre
Our funeral packages are clearly priced: the Simple Service is £1,950, the Silver Service £2,300 and the Gold Service £2,650, and our direct cremation is £1,800. Third-party costs such as the crematorium or cemetery fee are paid on top, and we always show these separately, so you know exactly where every pound goes. Our standardised price list and the latest crematorium fees can be downloaded from the packages page.
If you receive certain benefits, you may be able to get a Funeral Support Payment. See our page on help with funeral costs.
Why families in Blantyre choose Birrell Corrance
Our team has cared for families across the east end and south side of Glasgow for more than 25 years. We are proud of our award-winning service, our fixed, clearly priced packages and the many families who come back to us and recommend us to friends.
Your nearest funeral home
Our nearest funeral home to Blantyre is in Cambuslang, at 10 Johnson Drive, Cambuslang, G72 8JW, telephone 0141 237 4770. We also have a funeral home in Baillieston (0141 771 4800). Both are open to families 24 hours a day.
Nearby areas
We also serve Bothwell, Cambuslang, Uddingston, Rutherglen and the rest of the areas we cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which funeral home is nearest to Blantyre?
Our Cambuslang funeral home (0141 237 4770) and our Baillieston funeral home (0141 771 4800) are both a short drive from Blantyre. Our Uddingston line (01698 674 233) is also answered 24 hours a day.
Can you collect our loved one from Hairmyres or University Hospital Wishaw?
Yes. We can bring your loved one into our care from any hospital, care home or home address, and transfer within 20 miles is included in our packages.
How much does a funeral cost in Glasgow?
Our funeral packages start at £1,950 for a Simple Service, with Silver at £2,300 and Gold at £2,650. A direct cremation is £1,800. Crematorium or cemetery fees are third-party costs paid on top, and we explain these clearly before anything is agreed.
What should I do first when someone dies?
If the death was expected, contact the GP or the care staff, who will confirm the death. If it was unexpected, call 999. Once the death has been confirmed, call us at any hour and we will bring your loved one into our care. In Scotland the death must be registered within 8 days.
Can I call you at night or at the weekend?
Yes. Our funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If someone has died at home, in a care home or in hospital, call 0141 771 4800 (Baillieston) or 0141 237 4770 (Cambuslang) and we will guide you through what happens next.
Get In Touch
Call Us
BAILLIESTON OFFICE
0141 771 4800
CAMBUSLANG OFFICE
0141 237 4770
UDDINGSTON OFFICE
01698 674 233 (calls answered 24/7)
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What They Say
Robert and team put together a very unique and personalised send off for my late Father. Thomas Donnelly Smyth. From the introduction meeting of the family. taking families requests and preferences advice and preparation was all carried out to the highest standards. Would not hesitate to use this service again very well rated.
Absolutely fantastic service from Robert , Jacqui and the team . Caring , Knowledgeable, and wonderfully helpful at the most difficult of times .1st class highly recommend.
I love the fact use didn't have a green coffin for my boy Robert use done me soso proud with all the celtic things use done for my no1 boy 💔💔💔😭😭😭 Thank you Lorraine your amazing 💖😘
Fantastic service my grans funeral was handled in a professional manner Lorraine and her team went above and beyond to make sure it all ran smoothly would highly recommend Lorraine and her team for there outstanding performance x
Why Choose Us
We Are The Best Because We Care
At Birrell Corrance, our funeral directors are proud to have served our local community in the Glasgow and Lanarkshire areas. Families choose us for our commitment to provide affordable, personalised funeral care.