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Personal funeral care for Scraptoft families
Funeral Directors in Scraptoft
One call to Samantha. One family team taking care of everything.
Whether your family is considering a natural burial in Scraptoft, a funeral at All Saints, an attended cremation or a personal non-religious farewell, Samantha will listen, care for your loved one locally and guide you through every practical step.
Available 24 hours a day • You do not need to know what to do nextPersonal care followed by clear costs
Let Samantha understand the person, the kind of farewell you need and whether burial or cremation feels right. Then we will explain every cost clearly.
Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges are published at £2,150. Your written estimate will separate Bay Tree’s services from natural-burial-ground, church, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant and other third-party costs.
Attended funeral-director charges
£2,150
Professional arrangements, local collection, care before the funeral, a classic coffin and a black hearse. Third-party charges are separate.
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Your loved one stays at Bay Tree
Multi-faith & cultural care
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Samantha Ward, Lady Funeral Director at Bay Tree Funerals
A familiar person from the first call onward
Hello, I’m Samantha.
When you call Bay Tree, there is every chance you will speak directly to me. Tell me what has happened, who should be involved and whether the family is considering natural burial, church burial, cremation or a personal non-religious service.
I will not assume that every Scraptoft family wants a traditional village funeral. Some families feel strongly connected to All Saints or the natural burial ground; others prefer a crematorium, another faith tradition or no religion at all.
I remain personally involved in both the arrangements and your loved one’s care at Bay Tree, supported by our small family team.
- Natural burial, church, faith and personal wishes discussed directly
- All Saints, burial-ground, minister, celebrant and venue liaison
- Clear written costs before arrangements are confirmed
- One familiar person to call through to the funeral day
Nearby and independent: Bay Tree’s funeral home and private chapel of rest are at 7A Welford Road in Blaby. Scraptoft families can meet Samantha privately there, with free parking and time to talk without being rushed.
Continuity of care matters
Your loved one remains locally at Bay Tree, cared for by Samantha and the same small team.
Once your loved one comes into our care, they remain at Bay Tree in our own private chapel of rest. Samantha remains connected to the care taking place and to the family’s wishes.
This can be particularly important where a natural coffin, family participation, prayer, clothing, private viewing or a simple graveside farewell matters. Discuss the requirements directly with Samantha rather than passing them through several departments.
A private local chapel
Visits, prayers and appropriate preparation wishes can be discussed sensitively.
One team accountable throughout
Samantha and the Bay Tree family team remain your clear point of contact.
A clear local price comparison
How Bay Tree compares with two large funeral operators serving Scraptoft and East Leicester
The figures below compare published headline attended funeral-director charges checked on 26 July 2026. Natural-burial-ground, cemetery, crematorium, church, officiant and other third-party fees are excluded.
Bay Tree Funerals
Attended funeral-director charges
£2,150 Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charge £445 lower headline charge than each comparison- Professional arrangements and administration
- Local collection within the stated conditions
- Care locally at Bay Tree before the funeral
- Suitable classic coffin
- Black motor hearse
- Personal guidance from Samantha and the family team
Ginns & Gutteridge Humberstone
Standard Attended Funeral
£2,595 Published Uppingham Road headline price including its Basic Coffin- Large nearby operator serving East Leicester
- Standard attended headline used for comparison
- Separate faith-led packages have different inclusions
- Third-party burial or cremation fees remain separate
- Ask where your loved one will be cared for
- Compare the complete current written estimate
Price checked against the company’s published Humberstone page on 26 July 2026.
Central Co-op Thurnby Lodge
Attended funeral professional charge
£2,595 Current July 2026 Leicester CMA price-list data- Thurncourt Road branch is a nearby corporate alternative
- Professional funeral-director charge used for comparison
- Third-party fees remain separate
- Ask where care and family visits take place
- Check collection, hearse and visiting conditions
- Request the complete current written estimate
Price checked against July 2026 Leicester CMA price-list data and Central Co-op’s published pricing information.
What the £445 difference means: Bay Tree’s £2,150 headline attended charge is £445 below the £2,595 headline figures shown above. It does not guarantee that every final invoice will be £445 lower. Exact inclusions, collection conditions, coffin choices, care arrangements, optional services and third-party burial or cremation fees can differ.
Funeral choices that fit Scraptoft families
Natural burial, church funeral, cremation or a personal family-led farewell
Scraptoft offers an unusual range of meaningful local choices. Samantha will explain the practical differences and help the family choose without pressure.
Scraptoft natural burial
A woodland or meadow burial may suit families looking for a peaceful, nature-focused alternative to a conventional cemetery.
- Mature woodland, developing woodland and meadow areas
- Natural or biodegradable coffin requirements
- Minister, celebrant or family-led graveside service
- Current plot and memorial rules checked before booking
All Saints church funerals
All Saints is Scraptoft’s historic Church of England parish church and provides a traditional village setting for worship and funeral services.
- Vicar and parish liaison
- Hymns, readings, prayers and personal tributes
- Church service followed by burial or cremation
- Churchyard availability confirmed directly
Attended cremation
Great Glen, Countesthorpe and Gilroes can all be considered depending on service time, access, setting and family preference.
- Religious or non-religious ceremony
- Music, readings, photographs and tributes
- Minister, celebrant or family-led service
- Ashes guidance after the cremation
Non-religious & family-led funerals
A farewell can focus entirely on the person’s life, relationships, interests and stories without religious wording.
- Celebrant, humanist or family-led ceremony
- Personal music, photographs and readings
- Natural-burial, crematorium or graveside service
- No pressure to follow a traditional format
Hindu & Sikh funerals
Samantha can coordinate preparation, prayers, family participation, temple or Gurdwara liaison and crematorium timing.
- Family traditions discussed directly
- Private chapel and preparation requirements
- Great Glen’s dedicated facilities
- One familiar Bay Tree contact throughout
Muslim & other faith funerals
Bay Tree can coordinate with the family’s chosen faith representative, place of worship, cemetery or crematorium.
- Prompt arrangements where required
- Preparation and prayer requirements discussed
- Saffron Hill or another approved burial place
- Timing subject to legal release and availability
Funeral choices explained clearly
Funeral services for Scraptoft families
Attended Funeral
Funeral-director charges £2,150A personal ceremony where family and friends can gather, with Samantha coordinating the arrangements.
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Burial & Faith Funeral
We arrange Muslim burial support, St Mary & St Barnabas funerals, cemetery services and culturally personal funeral processions.
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Unattended Cremation
£1,495A simple and respectful cremation without a formal attended service at the crematorium.
Read the full detailsSomeone in Scraptoft has died and you need help now?
Call Samantha and explain what has happened and whether the family is considering All Saints, natural burial, cemetery burial or cremation. We will identify the immediate step and coordinate with the relevant people as the paperwork allows.
Scraptoft’s distinctive funeral choices
Natural woodland burial, All Saints and village funeral arrangements
Scraptoft combines an ancient village core with one of Leicestershire’s established natural burial grounds. Bay Tree can bring the service, transport, paperwork and family wishes together while the burial ground, church or crematorium confirms its own permissions and fees.
Scraptoft Natural Burial Ground
The burial ground is on Keyham Lane East and opened in 2002. Its operator describes mature woodland, developing woodland and meadow areas.
It states that everyone is welcome without residency restrictions. Current plots, charges, coffin rules, memorial conditions and service arrangements must be confirmed before booking.
Bay Tree natural-burial guidanceAll Saints Church
All Saints is the Grade I listed parish church on Church Hill. The church states that its oldest fabric dates to around 1200 and that the reordered building is used for worship, events and social occasions.
Bay Tree can coordinate the funeral director’s responsibilities subject to the parish’s agreement and availability.
Church of England funeral guidanceAll Saints churchyard
The historic churchyard surrounds All Saints. Past burials do not prove that a new grave is currently available.
Any new burial, reopening of an existing family grave or ashes interment must be checked directly with the parish before a date is fixed.
Burial and churchyard guidanceScraptoft Community Hub
The Parish Council’s Community Hub is on Malsbury Avenue. It was built in 2017, extended in 2023 and is available for private functions and community events.
A funeral gathering would require direct confirmation of availability, capacity, catering rules, alcohol conditions and suitability.
The historic village core
Harborough District Council describes Scraptoft as an ancient village centred on Hamilton Lane, Main Street, Scraptoft Hall and All Saints.
A meaningful procession route or brief pause near a family home can be discussed, subject to safe access and timing.
Great Glen Crematorium
Great Glen is a practical countryside crematorium choice for Scraptoft families and also offers faith-specific and natural-burial facilities.
Great Glen Crematorium guideCountesthorpe Crematorium
Countesthorpe may be considered depending on service availability, travel, accessibility, family connections and preferred setting.
Countesthorpe Crematorium guideGilroes Crematorium & Cemetery
Gilroes is Leicester’s municipal crematorium and may also be relevant for cemetery burial, existing family graves and memorial arrangements.
Gilroes Crematorium guideRegistering a death
A death occurring in Scraptoft falls within the Leicestershire County Council registration area. After the medical examiner or coroner approves the cause of death, the registration service contacts the representative.
A county death can be registered at any Leicestershire registration office by appointment. South Wigston and Market Harborough are practical choices depending on availability.
Registration guidanceBay Tree’s funeral home & chapel
Bay Tree is at 7A Welford Road, Blaby, Leicester, LE8 4FT. Your loved one remains in our own care there, with a private place for arrangements, family visits and appropriate prayers.
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Read what families say about Samantha and Bay Tree
The price comparison explains the figures. Reviews help families understand Samantha’s patience, communication and personal involvement.
Helpful guidance for Scraptoft families
Natural burial, church funerals, prices and cremation
Questions before choosing
Scraptoft funeral directors FAQs
How much are Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges?
Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charges are £2,150. Natural-burial-ground, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant and other third-party fees are separate.
How does Bay Tree compare with Ginns & Gutteridge Humberstone?
At prices checked on 26 July 2026, the company’s published standard Attended Funeral was £2,595 including its Basic Coffin. Bay Tree’s £2,150 charge is £445 lower at headline level. Complete written estimates must still be compared.
How does Bay Tree compare with Central Co-op Thurnby Lodge?
Current July 2026 Leicester CMA-list data showed an attended professional charge of £2,595. Bay Tree’s £2,150 charge is £445 lower at headline level. Confirm the complete current estimate before deciding.
Does the £445 difference guarantee a £445 final saving?
No. It compares headline funeral-director charges only. Collection conditions, care arrangements, coffin choices, optional services and third-party burial or cremation fees can differ.
Can Bay Tree arrange a funeral at Scraptoft Natural Burial Ground?
Yes. Bay Tree can coordinate the funeral-director responsibilities, hearse, bearers, coffin, minister or celebrant and graveside service, subject to the burial ground’s current rules, fees and availability.
Who may be buried at Scraptoft Natural Burial Ground?
The operator states that everyone is welcome and that there are no residency restrictions. Current plot availability and terms should still be confirmed directly.
Does the natural burial ground offer woodland and meadow plots?
Its current information describes mature woodland, developing woodland and meadow burial areas. The family should confirm which plots are presently available.
Can Bay Tree arrange a funeral at All Saints Scraptoft?
Yes. Bay Tree can coordinate the funeral director’s responsibilities around a service at All Saints, subject to the parish’s agreement, pastoral arrangements and availability.
Can someone be buried in All Saints churchyard?
This must be checked directly with the parish. The presence of existing graves or previous burials does not prove that a new grave, reopening or ashes plot is currently available.
Ca Scraptoft Community Hub be used after a funeral?
It may be considered because the Parish Council hires it for private functions. Availability, capacity, catering, alcohol conditions and suitability must be confirmed directly.
Which crematorium is most practical for Scraptoft?
Great Glen, Countesthorpe and Gilroes can all be considered depending on service time, travel, access, faith requirements and family preference.
Where will my loved one be cared for with Bay Tree?
Your loved one remains at Bay Tree’s funeral home and private chapel of rest in Blaby. Samantha remains personally involved and works with the same small family team.
Where is a death occurring in Scraptoft registered?
It is handled through Leicestershire County Council’s registration service after the medical examiner or coroner sends the required documentation. A county death can be registered at any Leicestershire registration office by appointment.
How much is Bay Tree’s unattended funeral?
Bay Tree’s published unattended funeral price is £1,495. Samantha will explain the collection, care and suitability details before arrangements are confirmed.
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For Scraptoft families considering natural burial, church or cremation
Speak to Samantha and let us make the next steps manageable.
Tell Samantha what has happened and whether the family is considering natural burial, All Saints, cemetery burial or cremation. Bay Tree will care for your loved one locally and bring every practical part together.
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