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The person guiding the funeral remains connected to your loved one’s care.
Personal funeral care for Mountsorrel families
One call to Samantha. One family team taking care of everything.
Whether your family is considering a service at Christ Church or St Peter’s, a cremation at Loughborough, a wake at the MMC Venue or a personal non-religious farewell, Samantha will listen, care for your loved one locally and guide every practical step.
Available 24 hours a day • You do not need to know what to do nextPersonal care followed by clear costs
Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges are published at £2,150. Your written estimate will separate Bay Tree’s services from church, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant, wake venue and other third-party costs.

Samantha Ward, Lady Funeral Director at Bay Tree Funerals
A familiar person from the first call onward
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 Christ Church, St Peter’s, cremation or a non-religious farewell.
Mountsorrel families have many beliefs, backgrounds and personal traditions. Some want a parish-church funeral; 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.
Nearby and independent: Bay Tree’s funeral home and private chapel of rest are at 7A Welford Road in Blaby. Mountsorrel families can meet Samantha privately there, with free parking and time to talk without being rushed.
Continuity of care matters
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 family visits, clothing, prayer, cultural preparation or private viewing matters. Discuss the requirements directly with Samantha rather than passing them through several departments.
The person guiding the funeral remains connected to your loved one’s care.
Visits, prayers and appropriate preparation wishes can be discussed sensitively.
Samantha and the Bay Tree family team remain your clear point of contact.
A clear Mountsorrel price comparison
The figures below compare published headline attended funeral-director charges checked on 26 July 2026. Church, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant and other third-party costs are excluded.
Bay Tree Funerals
Ginns & Gutteridge Loughborough
Price checked against the company’s published Loughborough page on 26 July 2026.
Central Co-op Loughborough
Branch and price information checked against Central Co-op’s published Loughborough and July 2026 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, care arrangements, optional services and third-party costs can differ.
Two local churches and clear Leicestershire choices
Mountsorrel’s churches give families a clear local option even when the committal takes place at a crematorium or cemetery elsewhere. Samantha will coordinate the service around the person and family.
Christ Church is on Rothley Road and offers a modern, informal Anglican setting.
St Peter’s on Market Place offers a more traditional Anglican setting and can also hold funeral services.
Both Mountsorrel churchyards are closed to new coffin burials, so a church service is normally followed by burial elsewhere or cremation.
Loughborough is the principal crematorium choice for many Mountsorrel families.
Gilroes and Great Glen are additional Leicestershire crematorium choices where family connections, faith needs or preferred setting make them more suitable.
A farewell can focus entirely on the person’s life, relationships, values, music and stories.
Funeral choices explained clearly

A personal ceremony where family and friends can gather, with Samantha coordinating the arrangements.
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We arrange Muslim burial support, St Mary & St Barnabas funerals, cemetery services and culturally personal funeral processions.
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A simple and respectful cremation without a formal attended service at the crematorium.
Read the full detailsCall Samantha and explain what has happened and whether the family is considering Christ Church, St Peter’s or cremation. We will identify the immediate step and coordinate with the relevant people and venues.
Genuinely useful Mountsorrel guidance
Mountsorrel gives families two local church choices and a strong community venue for the gathering afterwards. Bay Tree can coordinate the service, cremation, ashes, registration and wake arrangements while Samantha remains personally involved.
Christ Church is on Rothley Road, LE12 7JU. Mountsorrel Church describes its services as modern and informal.
A funeral may take place there before cremation or burial elsewhere.
Church funeral guidanceSt Peter’s is on Market Place, LE12 7BA and offers a more traditional Anglican setting.
The official church guidance confirms that funeral services can be held there before cremation or burial elsewhere.
Both churchyards are closed to new coffin burials. Christ Church may accept ashes for parish residents and occasionally others with approval.
At present, St Peter’s cannot accept ashes interments.
The MMC Venue is at 105 Leicester Road, LE12 7DB and specifically advertises wakes.
Its Auditorium seats up to 160 at tables, the Billson Room up to 60 and the Richardson Room up to 19. Availability, catering, bar arrangements and pricing must be confirmed directly.
Loughborough Crematorium is on Leicester Road, LE11 2AF. Its chapel seats up to 80 and provides visual tributes, live webcasting, a hearing loop and accessible parking.
There are 55 parking spaces and landscaped gardens of remembrance.
Cremation service guidanceGilroes is Leicester City Council’s municipal crematorium and may suit families with Leicester connections or an existing family grave there.
Gilroes Crematorium guideGreat Glen is another Leicestershire choice, with a countryside setting and facilities for different faith and cultural requirements.
Great Glen Crematorium guideMountsorrel is within Leicestershire County Council’s registration area. After the medical examiner or coroner sends the required documentation, the registration service contacts the representative.
Loughborough is the practical registration-office choice for many Mountsorrel families, although any Leicestershire office may be used by appointment.
Registration guidanceA route past a family home, The Green, Market Place or another meaningful part of Mountsorrel can be discussed where practical, safe and respectful.
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.
Get directions to Bay TreeA lower charge still has to come with excellent care
The price comparison explains the figures. Reviews help families understand the patience, communication and dignity behind Bay Tree’s service.
Helpful guidance for Mountsorrel families
Questions before choosing
Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charges are £2,150. Church, cemetery, crematorium, minister, celebrant, wake and other third-party costs are separate.
At prices checked on 26 July 2026, its published Attended Funeral was £2,595 including its Basic Coffin. Bay Tree’s £2,150 charge is £445 lower at headline level. Complete estimates must still be compared.
Current July 2026 pricing information shows a £2,595 attended professional charge. Bay Tree’s £2,150 charge is £445 lower at headline level. Complete estimates must still be compared.
Yes. Mountsorrel Church confirms that funeral services may be held at Christ Church before cremation or burial elsewhere.
Yes. Funeral services may also be held at St Peter’s, subject to the church’s agreement and availability.
Both churchyards are closed to new coffin burials. A burial after a church service must take place at a civil cemetery or approved burial ground.
Christ Church may accept ashes for parish residents and occasionally others, subject to the vicar’s approval.
The church’s current guidance says ashes interments are not presently possible at St Peter’s.
Yes. MMC specifically advertises wakes. Its Auditorium seats up to 160 at tables, the Billson Room up to 60 and the Richardson Room up to 19. Current availability and pricing must be confirmed directly.
Loughborough Crematorium is the principal local choice for many families. Gilroes and Great Glen can also be considered depending on service time and preference.
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.
It is handled through Leicestershire County Council’s registration service. Loughborough is the practical office for many families, although any Leicestershire office may be used by appointment.
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 Mountsorrel families comparing personal care, church support and costs
Tell Samantha what has happened and whether the family is considering Christ Church, St Peter’s or cremation. Bay Tree will care for your loved one locally and coordinate every practical step.
0116 278 8868
EXCELLENT Based on 106 reviews Posted on Google Beatrice Finn8. June, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t thank Sam and the team enough for their support during such a difficult time. From the first phone call the day after my dad passed, I immediately felt I was in safe hands. Their warmth, kindness and professionalism made everything so much easier, taking a huge weight off my shoulders. Sam had extensive knowledge and was always on hand to answer any questions I had at any time, which I’m so grateful for. She made sure our family’s wishes were met without ever pushing any extras, and my family all commented on how thoughtful and professional the team were.Posted on Google kirsty murphy6. June, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam was amazing throughout the whole process would highly recommend.Posted on Google phil wilson14. May, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam And the team where such a kind caring team - just what you need when going through something so traumatic Thank you :)Posted on Google Karin Tamm4. May, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After arriving in Leicester from Canada, my uncle passed away unexpectedly , and I was responsible to take care of his arrangements. Not having lived in Leicester for many years, I chose Bay Tree based on their excellent reviews and I, too, am giving them an excellent review. It was a very difficult time as two months later my aunt also passed. I cannot speak highly enough about my experience with Bay Tree. From from my first visit they demonstrated exceptional compassion, professionalism, and respect for both my family and my loved ones. They handled every detail with care and sensitivity, making a challenging process feel much more manageable. Their clear communication and willingness to answer questions gave me peace of mind, and it was evident that they genuinely cared about honoring our loved one’s memory. The arrangements were carried out beautifully, with great attention to detail and dignity. It meant so much to us to know that everything was being handled with such thoughtfulness and respect. I am truly grateful for their support and would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a caring and professional undertaker. Thank you Sam for your care and kindness, I felt truly supported during this time.Posted on Google Brian Walden2. May, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is the third time our family has used Baytree Funerals, and once again the service we received was excellent from start to finish. Sam, who managed everything for us, offered a very personal and supportive approach throughout. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and her attention to detail, care and professionalism really stood out. The service felt very genuine, friendly and personal, and we particularly appreciated the calm, one-to-one approach and thoughtful touches throughout the process. Everything was handled with dignity, respect and sensitivity, and the funeral itself was beautifully organised. We would wholeheartedly recommend Baytree Funerals to anybody going through the loss of a loved one. Thank you again for everything. Regards DianePosted on Google Martin Moor1. May, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used Bay Tree twice first for brother in law then for my sister and the service provided was exceptional very caring and every detail carefully plannedPosted on Google S Skevington1. May, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam and her team were kind, attentive giving us gentle guidance when we needed it. Sam recommend the celebrant and the florists who were both brilliant. The funeral was a celebration of my dad and it was truly lovely. Many thanks to Sam and every one who contributed to the service xPosted on Google David Williams30. April, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Used Baytree Funeral Directors for cremation service of my mother, Sam who fronts this organisation provides a professional and thorough service creating a bespoke service. Dave WPosted on Google Kinga Gostumska30. April, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A wonderful, warm, and empathetic company. They helped me tremendously through my final journey with my brother. I received tremendous support. I am very grateful for their help. They treated me and my deceased brother with great respect. I would like to meet such wonderful people who work at this company every dayPosted on Google gary patrick30. April, 2026.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want a personal and professional experience when you lose a loved one, then I would recommend that you go to Baytree. Run and managed by the lovely Sam and her family team. At a difficult time you need help and support and that was certainly delivered by Baytree. I would certainly recommend Baytree to anyone in their time of grief.
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