Independent, family-run funeral directors serving Braunstone Town
Funeral Directors in Braunstone Town
I help families in Braunstone Town and West Leicester from Bay Tree’s funeral home and private Chapel of Rest in Blaby. You do not have to understand the process before calling. Tell me what has happened and I will explain what needs attention now and what can wait.
You do not need the right words or all the answers. Tell me what has happened, and I will explain the first step.
Available day and night. Calling does not commit you to using Bay Tree Funerals.
The first conversation can be simple
What happens when you call me
We only need to deal with what matters now. Everything else can wait until you are ready.
Tell me what has happened
Take your time. You do not need every document, detail or decision ready.
I explain the next step
I will tell you what needs to happen now, what can wait and what I can take care of.
We take one decision at a time
Nothing is rushed. I will explain the arrangements clearly and keep you informed.
You are welcome to call simply to ask a question.
There is no obligation to make arrangements during that first conversation.
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Local funeral choices I can help you arrange in Braunstone Town
I can help arrange a service at St Crispin’s or St Peter’s, discuss Gilroes and other crematorium choices, and coordinate local burial or family-led options. I will make the practical enquiries and explain what each choice involves.
The information below is here when it is useful. You do not need to read it all or contact each place yourself before calling me.
A familiar local name. Personal care led by Samantha.
You do not need to know what to do next. Call Samantha and we will take care of everything.
Many people in Braunstone Town already know our family from our previous local business presence. Today, funeral arrangements are led personally by Samantha Ward from Bay Tree’s funeral home and private chapel in Blaby, supported by the same small family team throughout.
Available 24 hours a day • Personal guidance without pressurePersonal care followed by clear costs
First, let Samantha understand the person and what your family needs. Then we will explain every cost clearly.
Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges are published at £2,150. Samantha will provide a clear written estimate separating Bay Tree’s work from church, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant and other third-party costs.
Samantha Ward, Lady Funeral Director at Bay Tree Funerals
The person who will look after your family
Hello, I’m Samantha.
When you call Bay Tree, I want you to feel that somebody has taken hold of the situation calmly. You can tell me what has happened in your own words. You do not need to understand the paperwork, choose a crematorium or know how a funeral should be arranged before making that call.
I will explain the immediate next step, arrange for your loved one to come into Bay Tree’s care where appropriate, and work through every decision with you one at a time. I am supported by our family team, but I remain your familiar person throughout.
My job is not simply to sell you a funeral package. My job is to understand the person, protect your family from feeling overwhelmed and make sure nothing important is missed.
- I listen first and explain only what you need to know at that moment
- I coordinate the church, cemetery, crematorium, minister or celebrant
- I remain connected to your loved one’s care and any chapel visits
- I provide clear written costs before arrangements are confirmed
- I check the details and stay involved through to the funeral day
A real local connection, explained honestly: our family previously had a business presence in Braunstone Town, and many local people already know who we are. Bay Tree does not currently claim a Braunstone Town branch. Our funeral home and private chapel are at 7A Welford Road, Blaby, where Samantha and the family team provide the care.
Samantha takes care of the moving parts
One familiar person, one small team and no need for your family to keep starting again.
Once your loved one comes into Bay Tree’s care, they remain at our own funeral home and private chapel in Blaby. Samantha stays involved in the arrangements, the family’s wishes and the details that matter.
This is especially important when a family wants a particular outfit, prayer, private visit, procession route or personal ceremony. You can discuss it directly with Samantha rather than repeating it through several departments.
Clear prices without involving local independents
How Bay Tree’s attended charge compares with two large corporate operators
No local independent funeral director is named or criticised here. The figures below compare only published headline charges from larger funeral networks, checked on 26 July 2026.
Bay Tree Funerals
Attended funeral-director charges
£2,150 Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charge £445 below Ginns & Gutteridge and £545 below the public Glenfield figure- Professional arrangements and administration
- Local collection within the stated conditions
- Care at Bay Tree before the funeral
- Suitable classic coffin
- Black motor hearse
- Personal guidance led by Samantha
Ginns & Gutteridge Aylestone
Attended Funeral
£2,595 Published headline charge including its Basic Coffin- Large corporate funeral operator
- Standard attended headline used for comparison
- Third-party costs remain separate
- Optional choices may alter the final total
- Ask where care and family visits take place
- Compare the complete written estimate
Price checked against the company’s published Aylestone page on 26 July 2026.
Central Co-op Glenfield
Attended funeral professional charge
£2,695 Public standardised-price figure located for the Glenfield funeral home- Nearby large funeral network
- Professional funeral-director charge used for comparison
- Third-party costs remain separate
- Confirm the branch’s current price before deciding
- Ask where your loved one will be cared for
- Compare the complete written estimate
Public Glenfield figure checked on 26 July 2026. Families should request the branch’s current standardised price list.
What the differences mean: these are differences between headline funeral-director charges only. They do not guarantee that the final invoice will be £445 or £545 lower. Exact inclusions, collection conditions, care arrangements, optional services and third-party costs can differ.
Funeral choices discussed around the person
St Crispin’s, St Peter’s, Gilroes, burial or a personal family-led farewell
Samantha will not assume that every Braunstone Town family wants the same kind of funeral. The right choice may involve a local church, a crematorium, burial, another faith tradition or no religion at all.
St Crispin’s funerals
St Crispin’s is the parish church for Braunstone Town and Thorpe Astley, on Turnbull Drive and Edward Avenue.
- Church and minister liaison
- Hymns, readings, prayers and personal tributes
- Onward burial or crematorium arrangements
- Subject to church agreement and availability
St Peter’s Braunstone funerals
St Peter’s is Braunstone’s historic parish church and its official contact route includes funeral and burial-of-ashes enquiries.
- Church, vicar and service liaison
- Historic church setting
- Onward burial or cremation coordinated
- Churchyard availability checked before promises are made
Gilroes Crematorium
Gilroes is often the most practical municipal crematorium choice for Braunstone Town and West Leicester families.
- Religious or non-religious services
- Webcasting and visual tributes
- Parking and accessible facilities
- Cemetery and memorial options on the same site
Burial in Leicester or a churchyard
New council graves are currently available at Gilroes and Saffron Hill. A churchyard or existing family grave requires separate eligibility and availability checks.
- New-grave choices explained clearly
- Existing grave rights checked
- Churchyard availability never assumed
- Cemetery paperwork coordinated
Non-religious & family-led funerals
A farewell can focus entirely on the person’s life, character, relationships, music and stories.
- Celebrant, humanist or family-led ceremony
- Music, photographs and personal readings
- Crematorium or graveside service
- No pressure to follow a traditional format
Multi-faith & cultural funerals
Christian, Catholic, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, African, Caribbean, mixed-faith and international family requirements can all be discussed directly with Samantha.
- Chosen faith representative liaison
- Preparation and prayer requirements
- Burial or cremation timing
- One familiar Bay Tree contact throughout
Funeral choices explained clearly
Funeral services Samantha can arrange for Braunstone Town families
Attended Funeral
Funeral-director charges £2,150A personal ceremony where family and friends can gather, with Samantha coordinating the arrangements.
See the full price breakdown
Burial & Faith Funeral
We arrange St Crispin’s and St Peter’s funerals, cemetery services and 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 Braunstone Town has died and you need Samantha’s help now?
Call Samantha and explain what has happened and whether the family is considering St Mary’s, St Crispin’s, burial or cremation. We will identify the immediate step and coordinate with the relevant professionals and venues.
Genuinely useful Braunstone Town guidance
Local churches, wake venues, burial choices and crematoriums
Bay Tree already understands the Braunstone Town area. Samantha can coordinate the local service and gathering while being completely honest that the person is cared for at Bay Tree’s funeral home and chapel in Blaby.
St Crispin’s Church
St Crispin’s is the parish church for Braunstone Town and Thorpe Astley, at Turnbull Drive and Edward Avenue, LE3 2JW.
Its published facilities include step-free access, accessible toilet, hearing loop, parking and a hall for hire. Funeral availability must be confirmed directly.
Church funeral guidanceSt Crispin’s Hall
The church publishes a hall capacity of 100 people and a committee-room capacity of 30.
Either may be considered for refreshments or a family gathering subject to church approval, availability, catering and current hire conditions.
St Peter’s Braunstone
St Peter’s on Woodshawe Rise is the oldest building in Braunstone, with origins dating to 1168. Its official contact route includes funeral and burial-of-ashes enquiries.
The church also has accessible facilities and a hall for hire. Churchyard arrangements must be confirmed before a burial or ashes interment is promised.
St Peter’s funeral guideBraunstone Civic Centre
The Civic Centre on Kingsway offers rooms for small family groups through to large gatherings.
Published capacities include Millfield Hall for 200 seated at tables, Council Chamber for 80, Ravenhurst Room for 45 and Fosse Room for 20. Several rooms have kitchen access.
Using the Civic Centre after a funeral
The centre has accessible facilities and an onsite licensed bar and community lounge.
A wake or funeral gathering requires direct confirmation of availability, suitability, catering, licensing and current charges.
Gilroes Crematorium
Gilroes is Leicester’s municipal crematorium and is often the most practical first choice for Braunstone Town families.
Gilroes Crematorium guideGilroes & Saffron Hill burial
New council graves are currently available at Gilroes and Saffron Hill, subject to council rules, fees and availability.
Welford Road and Belgrave are limited to eligible existing graves with remaining space.
Leicester burial guidanceCountesthorpe & Great Glen
South Leicestershire Crematorium at Countesthorpe and Great Glen are alternative crematorium choices depending on service times, access, family links and preferred setting.
Compare crematorium choicesRegistering a death
Braunstone Town is within Leicestershire County Council’s registration area. After the medical examiner or coroner sends the required documents, the registration service arranges the appointment.
South Wigston Registration Service is a practical option, with accessible facilities and free onsite parking. Any county registration office may be used by appointment.
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 Samantha personally involved and supported by the same small family team.
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Read what families say about Samantha and Bay Tree
Prices explain only part of the decision. The reviews below show how often families mention Samantha’s kindness, calm communication, attention to detail and personal involvement.
Helpful guidance for Braunstone Town families
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Questions before choosing
Braunstone Town funeral directors FAQs
Does Bay Tree still have premises in Braunstone Town?
No. Our family previously had a local business presence in Braunstone Town, which is why many people know who we are. Bay Tree’s funeral home and private chapel are now at 7A Welford Road in Blaby.
Will I deal directly with Samantha?
Samantha leads the funeral arrangements and remains the family’s familiar contact, supported by Bay Tree’s small family team. She stays involved through to the funeral day.
Where will my loved one be cared for?
Your loved one remains at Bay Tree’s own funeral home and private chapel in Blaby rather than being routinely passed through a distant regional care hub.
How much are Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges?
Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charges are £2,150. Church, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant and other third-party costs are separate.
Are you comparing yourselves with local independent funeral directors?
No. This page deliberately leaves local independent funeral directors alone. The price section compares Bay Tree only with two larger corporate funeral networks.
Can Bay Tree arrange a funeral at St Crispin’s?
Yes. Bay Tree can contact the church and coordinate the funeral director’s responsibilities, subject to St Crispin’s agreement and availability.
Can St Crispin’s Hall be used after a funeral?
It may be considered. The church publishes a hall capacity of 100 and committee-room capacity of 30. Availability, catering and current hire terms must be confirmed directly.
Can Bay Tree arrange a funeral at St Peter’s Braunstone?
Yes. Bay Tree can coordinate the practical arrangements around a service at St Peter’s. Churchyard burial or ashes availability must be confirmed directly before anything is promised.
Can Braunstone Civic Centre be used for a wake?
It may be suitable. The centre offers rooms ranging from small meeting space to Millfield Hall for 200 people seated at tables. Current availability, catering, bar arrangements and suitability must be confirmed directly.
Which crematorium is most practical for Braunstone Town?
Gilroes is often the most practical municipal choice. Countesthorpe and Great Glen can also be considered depending on service time, access, family connections and preferred setting.
Where can a new grave be purchased?
New council graves are currently available at Gilroes and Saffron Hill, subject to council rules, fees and availability. Churchyard and existing-grave options require separate checks.
Where is a death occurring in Braunstone Town registered?
It is handled through Leicestershire County Council’s registration service. South Wigston is a practical office option, although any Leicestershire registration office may be used 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 conditions before arrangements are confirmed.
Does calling Samantha commit the family to using Bay Tree?
No. The first conversation or appointment is not a contract. You can ask questions, receive clear information and take time to decide.
Nearby West and South Leicester communities
Funeral support around Braunstone Town
For Braunstone Town families comparing care, church support and costs
Call Samantha. You do not need to work everything out before speaking to us.
Tell Samantha what has happened and whether the family is considering St Mary’s, another church, burial or cremation. Bay Tree will care for your loved one locally and coordinate every practical step.
0116 278 8868
Local churches and places of worship
Bay Tree can help coordinate a funeral at these local venues, subject to the venue’s agreement and availability.
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You do not need to prepare anything or make any decisions before you call. Tell me what has happened, and I will explain the next step for your family in Braunstone Town.
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling does not commit you to using Bay Tree Funerals.