Independent funeral directors supporting Glenfield families
Funeral Directors in Glenfield
You do not need to know what to do next. Call Samantha and we will take care of everything.
Bay Tree Funerals supports families throughout Glenfield, Leicester Forest East, Groby, Kirby Muxloe and the surrounding north-west Leicester communities from our funeral home and private Chapel of Rest in Blaby. Samantha will listen, explain the immediate next step and personally guide your family through the arrangements.
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 every cost will be explained clearly.
Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges are published at £2,150. You will receive a written estimate separating Bay Tree’s work from crematorium, cemetery, church, minister, celebrant and other third-party charges.
Samantha Ward, Lady Funeral Director at Bay Tree Funerals
A familiar person beside you
Hello, I’m Samantha.
You can call me before you understand the paperwork, know whether the funeral will be a burial or cremation, or have spoken to St Peter & James’s, St Peter’s Church, a local cemetery or crematorium. Tell me what has happened in your own words and I will explain the immediate next step.
I can coordinate bringing your loved one into our care, the church or crematorium, cemetery paperwork, minister or celebrant, hearse, music, service details and the personal wishes that matter to your family.
My job is to make a difficult time feel calmer, protect your family from having to chase different organisations and ensure your loved one is treated with dignity throughout.
- Immediate guidance following a death
- One familiar point of contact throughout
- Church, cemetery, crematorium and officiant liaison
- Clear written costs before confirmation
- Personal involvement through to the funeral day
Our location, explained honestly: Bay Tree serves Glenfield from our funeral home and private Chapel of Rest at 7A Welford Road, Blaby. We do not claim a Glenfield branch. Your loved one remains in our own care there, with Samantha and the same small family team.
Care without being passed between departments
One small family team taking responsibility for the details.
Once your loved one comes into Bay Tree’s care, they remain at our funeral home and private Chapel of Rest in Blaby. Samantha stays connected to the family’s wishes, chapel visits and funeral arrangements.
This matters when clothing, prayer, a private family visit, a meaningful route or a particular service detail is important. You can discuss it directly with the person leading the arrangements.
A clear funeral-price comparison for Glenfield families
How Bay Tree compares with two large corporate funeral operators nearby
The figures below compare published headline attended funeral-director charges checked on 26 July 2026. Price is not the only consideration, but families deserve clear information before choosing who will care for their loved one. No local independent funeral director is named or criticised.
Bay Tree Funerals
Attended funeral-director charges
£2,150 Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charge £445 below Ginns & Gutteridge Leicester and £545 below Central Co-op- Professional arrangements and administration
- Collection within the stated conditions
- Care at Bay Tree before the funeral
- A suitable classic coffin
- A black motor hearse
- Personal guidance led by Samantha
Bay Tree funeral-director charges only. Crematorium, cemetery, church, minister, celebrant and other third-party charges are separate.
Ginns & Gutteridge Leicester
The Attended Funeral
£2,595 Published Leicester headline charge including its Basic Coffin- Large corporate funeral operator in Leicester city centre
- Published attended-funeral headline used for comparison
- Third-party costs remain separate
- Optional choices may alter the final total
- Ask where your loved one will be cared for
- Compare the complete written estimate
Price checked against the company’s published Leicester funeral-home information on 26 July 2026.
Central Co-op Glenfield
Attended funeral professional charge
£2,695 Official Central Co-op standardised attended-funeral charge- Glenfield funeral home at 12b Tournament Road
- Legal and administrative arrangements: £628
- Collection and transport into care: £285
- Care before the funeral: £597
- Wood-effect veneer coffin and viewing: £340
- Hearse or appropriate vehicle: £845
Central Co-op’s official standardised price list totals £2,695. Crematorium, cemetery, minister, celebrant and other third-party charges remain separate.
What these differences mean: the comparison covers headline funeral-director charges only. It does not guarantee that the final funeral invoice will be £445 or £545 lower. Packages are not assumed to be identical. Collection conditions, care arrangements, coffins, vehicles, optional services and third-party charges can differ. Always request and compare complete written estimates.
Funeral choices explained clearly
Funeral services for Glenfield families
You do not need to decide on burial, cremation, church or a non-religious ceremony before calling. Samantha will listen first, explain the choices and help your family arrange a farewell that feels right.
Attended Funeral
Funeral-director charges £2,150A personal ceremony where family and friends can gather, with Samantha coordinating the coffin, hearse, officiant, music, photographs, tributes and practical details.
See the full price breakdown
Burial & Church Funerals
We can coordinate a funeral at St Peter’s, Glenfield Methodist Church or another chosen place of worship, followed by burial at Gilroes or another eligible cemetery.
Explore burial services
Unattended Cremation
£1,495A simple and respectful cremation without a formal attended ceremony at the crematorium, with freedom to hold a separate memorial or family gathering.
Read the full detailsHas someone died in Glenfield?
Whether the death occurred at home, in hospital, in a care home, at LOROS or unexpectedly, call Samantha. You do not need to work out the process before speaking to us.
Genuinely useful Glenfield guidance
St Peter’s Church, Gilroes Cemetery and Crematorium, and Glenfield registration
Glenfield’s churchyard is full except for previously purchased family plots, and the Parish Council does not operate a cemetery. Gilroes is therefore the principal burial and cremation venue for many local families. Bay Tree can coordinate the complete arrangements while your loved one remains in our care at our funeral home and private Chapel of Rest in Blaby.
St Peter’s Church
St Peter’s is Glenfield’s Church of England parish church on Church Road. The church publishes dedicated funeral support and invites bereaved families to contact the Rector.
Church of England funeral guidanceAccessibility at St Peter’s
The church and Church Centre are accessible through their main entrances. Both buildings have loop systems, large-print materials are available, and the Church Centre has an accessible toilet.
St Peter’s churchyard
Glenfield Parish Council states that the churchyard is full except for family plots already purchased. The Parish Council does not provide a separate cemetery.
Existing family plots
A burial or ashes interment may only be possible where an eligible family plot already exists and there is sufficient space. Rights, permissions and availability must be confirmed with the church before arrangements are fixed.
St Peter’s Church Centre
The Church Centre has a large hall, a smaller side room and a well-equipped kitchen for warming food and serving refreshments. A funeral reception requires direct confirmation of availability, suitability and current hire conditions.
Glenfield Methodist Church
Glenfield Methodist Church can be considered by families connected with the congregation. Its worship area seats about 100 and provides audio and projection facilities.
Faith funeral guidanceMethodist hall and lounge
The Methodist hall accommodates up to 60 people for a meal or 100 for other events, while the lounge seats up to 45. The premises are accessible, have kitchen facilities and do not permit alcohol. A funeral gathering requires direct approval and booking.
Gilroes Crematorium
Gilroes on Groby Road is usually the most practical crematorium for Glenfield families. Each non-denominational chapel seats 100, with additional seating in side viewing rooms.
Gilroes Crematorium guideMusic, photographs and webcasting
Gilroes provides an induction loop, external speakers, webcasting, recordings and HD screens for photographs and video tributes. Samantha can coordinate these choices with the crematorium.
Gilroes Cemetery
New graves are available at Gilroes Cemetery, subject to Leicester City Council rules, fees and availability. The cemetery is alongside the crematorium, which can simplify arrangements for families.
Leicester burial guidanceSaffron Hill Cemetery
Saffron Hill is another Leicester cemetery where new graves are available. It also provides cremated-remains plots, children’s provision, Muslim burial areas and a cemetery chapel.
Saffron Hill Cemetery guideOther crematorium choices
Great Glen and South Leicestershire Crematorium at Countesthorpe may also be considered where availability, family connections, journey or the preferred setting make them suitable.
Compare crematorium choicesGlenfield Registration Office
Deaths occurring within Leicestershire can be registered by appointment at Glenfield Registration Office in Anstey Frith House. The office provides death-registration appointments and free on-site parking.
Registration guidanceA death at Glenfield Hospital
Glenfield Hospital falls within the Leicester City registration district. A death there is therefore registered through Leicester City Council at Leicester Town Hall rather than at Glenfield Registration Office.
Bay Tree’s funeral home & chapel
Bay Tree is at 7A Welford Road, Blaby, Leicester, LE8 4FT. Glenfield families can meet Samantha privately, and their loved one remains in our own care there.
Get directions to Bay TreeNearby communities
We also support families in Groby, Leicester Forest East, Kirby Muxloe, Ratby, Braunstone Town, Anstey and the surrounding north-west Leicester communities.
A lower charge still has to come with excellent care
Read what families say about Samantha and Bay Tree
Prices explain only part of the decision. The reviews below help families understand Samantha’s patience, communication, attention to detail and personal involvement.
Helpful guidance for Glenfield families
Speak to Samantha, compare prices and understand the local choices
You are always welcome to call rather than trying to read everything first.
Clear answers before choosing
Glenfield funeral directors FAQs
These answers cover the main questions families ask before calling. More detailed local information is provided in the guide above, so it is not repeated here.
Do Bay Tree Funerals support families in Glenfield?
Yes. Bay Tree supports families throughout Glenfield, Leicester Forest East, Groby, Kirby Muxloe and north-west Leicester from its funeral home and private Chapel of Rest in Blaby.
What should I do first when someone dies?
Call Samantha on 0116 278 8868. The correct first step depends on where and how the death occurred. You do not need to understand the paperwork or make funeral decisions before calling.
Will I deal directly with Samantha?
Samantha leads the arrangements and remains the family’s familiar contact, supported by Bay Tree’s small family team.
Does Bay Tree have a funeral home in Glenfield?
No. Bay Tree openly serves Glenfield from its funeral home and private Chapel of Rest at 7A Welford Road in Blaby. We do not claim a Glenfield branch.
Where will my loved one be cared for?
Once your loved one comes into Bay Tree’s care, they remain at our funeral home and private Chapel of Rest in Blaby.
Can you arrange a funeral at St Peter’s Church?
Yes. St Peter’s publishes dedicated funeral support. Bay Tree can coordinate the funeral director’s responsibilities, subject to the church’s pastoral arrangements and availability.
Can a new grave be purchased in Glenfield?
Glenfield Parish Council states that St Peter’s churchyard is full except for family plots already purchased and that it does not provide a separate cemetery. New graves are available at Gilroes and Saffron Hill, subject to Leicester City Council rules and availability.
Which crematorium is most practical for Glenfield?
Gilroes Crematorium is normally the most practical choice. Great Glen and South Leicestershire Crematorium can also be considered depending on availability, travel and family preference.
Where is a death in Glenfield registered?
A death occurring in the Leicestershire County Council area may be registered by appointment at Glenfield Registration Office. A death at Glenfield Hospital is registered through Leicester City Council because the hospital falls within the city registration district.
How much are Bay Tree’s attended funeral-director charges?
Bay Tree’s published attended funeral-director charges are £2,150. Crematorium, cemetery, church, minister, celebrant and other third-party costs are separate.
How do Bay Tree’s charges compare with the larger operators shown?
At figures checked on 26 July 2026, Bay Tree’s £2,150 headline charge was £445 below Ginns & Gutteridge Leicester’s £2,595 figure and £545 below Central Co-op’s official £2,695 standardised attended-funeral charge. Exact inclusions and third-party costs can differ.
Do you offer unattended cremation?
Yes. Bay Tree’s published unattended cremation price is £1,495. Samantha will explain the collection, care and suitability conditions before anything is agreed.
Nearby South Leicestershire communities
Funeral support around Glenfield
For Glenfield families
You do not have to organise everything before calling.
Tell Samantha what has happened. Bay Tree will explain the immediate next step, care for your loved one and coordinate the funeral arrangements one manageable decision at a time.
0116 278 8868