We are a local independent family firm of Funeral Directors in Newcastle upon Tyne with offices on the West Road and West Denton Way. We are a local, independent family-run firm of funeral directors. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, we were established in 2008 by Steven's father Ronnie and mother Pat.
Drawing on over 65 years of experience at other local funeral directors, we were confident we could provide the local community with affordable and dignified funerals of the highest standard. We have a separate website dedicated completely to funeral plans helping you to find the information you need.
Drawing on over 65 years of experience at other local funeral directors, we were confident we could provide the local community with affordable and dignified funerals of the highest standard. We have a separate website dedicated completely to funeral plans helping you to find the information you need.
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R.W. Barrett & Son was formed in 2008 when the father, mother and son team decided to open their own funeral home on the West Road in Newcastle, drawing on over 65 years of experience to provide the local community with affordable and dignified funerals of the highest standard.
Impressed by the dignity and sense of service displayed by undertakers using the nearby city crematorium, he decided when leaving school that he wanted to become a funeral director This was not a straightforward path, and Ronnie's first step was to become a joiner in order to learn how to make coffins from scratch This understanding of all aspects of the trade would serve him well in later years.
Impressed by the dignity and sense of service displayed by undertakers using the nearby city crematorium, he decided when leaving school that he wanted to become a funeral director This was not a straightforward path, and Ronnie's first step was to become a joiner in order to learn how to make coffins from scratch This understanding of all aspects of the trade would serve him well in later years.
Coroner Court Support - The CCSS will be there to give you practical and emotional support. Tell Us Once -Is a service which is run on behalf of the Department of working pensions DWP. The Service allows you to notify various services and departments of the recent death in a one off form rather than having to write numerous letters to different places.
RW Barrett and Son Funeral Directors have a reputation built on providing the very best in care and attention to detail for your loved one at a time when only the best will do. As experienced funeral directors serving the community in Newcastle upon Tyne we understand the need for the greatest of respect and dignity.
Is my money safe in a funeral plan? When taking out a funeral plan with RW Barrett and Son your money will be looked after by Ecclesiastical Planning Services. The company Ecclesiastical Planning Services has over twenty years experience in dealing with funeral plans for independent Funeral Directors throughout the UK.
The advantage of a pre-payment plan over a savings account or life insurance policy is that you can pay now at today's price and help protect against rising costs, as well as making your funeral wishes known. With the launch of our new buy-online system, you can now purchase a pre-paid funeral plan online.
Reviews (10)
Tracey Wilson
Dec 03, 2021
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Me and my family have had our fair share of heart break over the past year. We have lost 3 beloved members of our family my step dad Ian, his mam sally and my beautiful nephew Lewis previously. RW Barrett & Son have provided all 3 services, each and every service from them has been outstanding. Steven is amazing and he took a lot of pressure off us as a family and especially off my Lewis’s mam a few weeks back. We can’t thank Steven and his team enough for a professional, caring and respectful service throughout. We as a family are fully grateful and appreciate it so much. Thankyou.
Kirsty Wright
Nov 27, 2021
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Vicki Hall
Nov 26, 2021
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Having sadly suffered the loss of my dearly loved dad after a very short illness, myself and my family found ourselves in unfamiliar territory. We contacted RW Barrett & Son to make enquiries for the funeral as they were a family run local business. From that very first phone call, we knew we had made the right decision. Steven, Julie and rest of the team could not have been more professional, supportive, caring and compassionate. Nothing was too much trouble and in fact Steven went out of his way to secure our preferred date for the funeral, as we had explained the majority of our family would
Elizabeth Ruddy
Nov 26, 2021
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I would like to thank Steven Barrett and his team for their absolute professionalism at the handling of my late brothers funeral.
From the moment I spoke to Steven, he put me at ease and I felt like I'd known him for years.
Steven was very thorough at explaining everything that would happen and made sure I had everything needed.
The cost of a funeral is always a worry, but I do think I got value for money - especially since a larger high street funeral director quoted me £2200 more!!
I would in future - if needed! - go straight to Steven for his no nonsense, friendly attitude towards what
From the moment I spoke to Steven, he put me at ease and I felt like I'd known him for years.
Steven was very thorough at explaining everything that would happen and made sure I had everything needed.
The cost of a funeral is always a worry, but I do think I got value for money - especially since a larger high street funeral director quoted me £2200 more!!
I would in future - if needed! - go straight to Steven for his no nonsense, friendly attitude towards what
Stephanie Perkins
Nov 23, 2021
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Steven and his team, recently conducted my nephews service. Who sadly left us before his time. The support and care he has shown my family especially my sister. Helped deliver the best possible send of for my nephew. His team were also very supportive and showed our dearest nephew the most care and helped us at every turn when we went to the visit him at the chapel of rest. The staff who also helped lew on his last journey to the service were also fantastic. I hope to not need his services any time soon however if I did there is only one company I would go to. You are all fantastic at what you
May Cassidy
Oct 26, 2021
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We’re so pleased that Barretts were recommended to us, they gave us the perfect service for the cremation of our brother. We only wanted a small and simple cremation with a few words, and everything was carried out perfectly and without fuss. Tracey our celebrant was wonderful, and at short notice was able to accommodate us with a visit to make sure she had the perfect things to say. Stephen and his team were professional at all times and I would highly recommend them. Thank you so much to Stephen and team x
Chelsea Hetherington
Oct 23, 2021
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Naomi Bell
Sep 03, 2021
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An outstanding service provided by RW Barrett & Son, Stephen and family. I would most certainly use and recommend their services in the future, so caring, patient and respectful in all aspects from beginning to end. Can’t thank you enough ❤️ This thank you and recommendation is also extended to Tracy Heron, the humanist who made it so very easy to talk about my mams life, happy memories and deliver perfectly on the day ❤️
Karen Hunt
Aug 19, 2021
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From the first moment we walked through the door the first thing that is apparent is that this place has some of the best customer service I've ever received Steven and his whole team were amazing, compassionate and very respectful at a time when everything appears out of control Steven made sure everything went smoothly. We were never pressured into buying extras or felt uneasy asking questions.
He guided the whole family from start to finish and Dad had an amazing smooth send off. The horses were beautiful and all the staff were very respectful.
The receptionist was so compassionate and couldn
He guided the whole family from start to finish and Dad had an amazing smooth send off. The horses were beautiful and all the staff were very respectful.
The receptionist was so compassionate and couldn
Amanda
Jul 07, 2021
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RW Barrett and Son
5 Star service from Stephen and his team.
We have used RW Barrett twice previously, once for our Son Ryan's funeral 10 years ago when Stephens Mum and Dad were still around and again just over a year ago for my Father in law John, each time we are always impressed at the caring and personal touches but with such professionalism.
This time for both my husband Darren and mum in law Barbara ,a joint funeral which was made all the more bearable by the kindness once again bestowed upon us by Stephen and his wonderful team.
A family run business which at a time of great sorrow
5 Star service from Stephen and his team.
We have used RW Barrett twice previously, once for our Son Ryan's funeral 10 years ago when Stephens Mum and Dad were still around and again just over a year ago for my Father in law John, each time we are always impressed at the caring and personal touches but with such professionalism.
This time for both my husband Darren and mum in law Barbara ,a joint funeral which was made all the more bearable by the kindness once again bestowed upon us by Stephen and his wonderful team.
A family run business which at a time of great sorrow
