Funeral Plans

Funeral Plans are not a subject people relish discussing. However, we have seen first-hand how a funeral plan can be an enormous help to those left behind.

Who administers your funeral plans?

Our funeral plans are run by Golden Charter Later Life Planning. Golden Charter is owned by independent funeral directors. It has more than 25 years’ experience helping people take care of their funeral arrangements.

Why did you

choose this funeral plan scheme?

Over the years we have found Golden Charter to run an excellent scheme. The plans are also completely portable. So if you move away from North Yorkshire, your plan moves with you. You could then use it for a funeral in Cheshire or the Hebrides.

Recently a gentleman without next of kin passed away in a nursing home in Scarborough. Fortunately his plan membership meant we could arrange his funeral, taking into account his exact wishes.

For immediate help or advice please call us on 01723 859 279 at any time. When you call us, you’ll speak to one of our experienced team. We’re here to help you through every stage of the process. If you have any questions, please just ask.

Types Of Funerals Plans we offer

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How much is a plan?

It’s very dependent on what you would like and your wishes. Please talk to us for more information. We would be happy to discuss options and their pricings. You can make monthly payments towards your funeral plan. Please contact us for more details.


Direct cremations

These are £1,950 each.

Where does the money go?

Depending on how you decide to pay, your money either is paid into the Golden Charter Trust or a life insurance policy with AXA Wealth Ltd.  It’s held there until needed to pay for your funeral arrangements. All payments are protected.

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What happens if you go out of business?

We’ve been trading since 1927 so hope to continue for a good while yet. However, in the unlikely event this would happen, another local participating funeral director would be appointed to you.

What are the payment options?

You can pay for your plan in one full payment. Or you could pay from one of our monthly instalment options.

Can I take

 out a funeral plan for someone else?

Yes. You will just need to complete the ‘plan holder’s representative’ section of the application process.

Can I

take out a funeral plan for someone else?

The beauty of having a plan is that your plan moves with you. You simply contact Golden Charter who will transfer your plan to another local independent funeral director.

Can I make

special requests for my funeral?

Of course. Anything not covered by your plan will need to be paid at the time of the funeral. Why not complete our free, downloadable “My Day, My Way” leaflet?

What happens when I die?

The contact details for us will be in your membership pack. Your family just has to contact us and quote your name and membership number. We’ll take care of all the arrangements.

Next steps

Although there are packages, no funeral is ever completely ‘off the peg’. If you’d like to discuss the possibilities on offer, please contact us on 01723 859 279 or email us at office@stockillandsonfunerals.co.uk

Call us anytime

We are on hand at any time to give help and advice. Please call us with any questions on 01723 859 279.
You can also email us at office@stockillandsonfunerals.co.uk




Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question? We’re here to help.

  • Do you dress the deceased?

    Yes we can dress the deceased for you, you need only hand over the belongings to us. Otherwise they are carefully shrouded in a silken gown.

  • Can we view the deceased?

    Yes. We just need appropriate notice to ensure absolute privacy for you.

  • Will the deceased need to be embalmed?

    Embalming is not usually necessary given the advancement in storage facility technology. However, we can arrange for embalming if requested.

  • Do you have coffin bearers?

    Yes, we have trained coffin bearers. We pride ourselves in being able to offer pallbearers who carry the coffins on their shoulders rather than using a trolley. Family members may carry, but here at F A Stockill we will always ensure there are enough bearers on hand on the day, just in case. Please note we never allow family to lower coffins on a burial.

  • How many coffin bearers will be needed?

    This depends on the size and weight of the coffin. Usually there are between four and six bearers.

  • Do funeral directors re-use coffins?

    No, most definitely not. The coffin is cremated or buried with the deceased.

  • Can I touch the coffin as I leave the ceremony?

    Yes, absolutely.

  • As a member of the congregation, can we take away the Order of Service or should we leave it there?

    Please take it with you. An Order of Service can provide a lovely memento of your family member or friend for quiet contemplation later.

  • Do crematoriums cremate more than one person at a time?

    No. The only exception is if the next of kin have requested it for a mother and baby or small twin children.

  • What happens when the curtains shut at the crematorium?

    Nothing happens until the congregation have left the building. The coffin is removed from behind the curtain after the service has taken place.

  • When do we collect the ashes?

    They are usually available two to three days after the service. In case of urgent matters such as limited time or travel they may be available on the same day.


    We will never hassle you to collect the ashes from us. Some families wish different things and maybe wish to wait until the other parent has passed to scatter both. We have stored some ashes for over 25 years. However, we do encourage family to arrange a resting place for them as soon as they feel able so as not to cause further upset later.


    You may find our cremations section helpful.

  • Do funeral directors expect a tip?

    We’ve included this as it’s a frequently asked question on the internet. The answer is no. Although Claire has never met a bunch of flowers or a box of chocolates she didn’t like!

  • I have a question that isn’t answered. Can I ask you anonymously?

    Absolutely – we welcome any feedback or questions. Just fill in this online form and we will post the answer on this page.

Plan ahead with golden charter pre-paid funeral plans

A funeral plan is an easy way to arrange the funeral you want in advance. A plan allows you to specify your wishes and pay for the funeral director’s services included in your plan. As customers often tell us, that can bring peace of mind to you and your family. A plan from Golden Charter also includes an allowance towards third party costs. These are essential, non-funeral director services such as the cremation or burial fees, plus the minister or officiant’s fee to perform the service.

At F. A. Stockill & Son we work in partnership with Golden Charter to provide you with a simple way to plan ahead. As one of the UK’s largest funeral plan providers1, Golden Charter has helped over 900,000 people to plan ahead2, so we’re completely confident in offering their plans to you.

Everyone has different needs when it comes to funeral planning, so we make sure the plans we offer are as flexible as possible. When you get in touch, we’ll be happy to discuss your funeral requirements and tailor a plan to suit you. Rest assured a plan from Golden Charter is available to all UK residents regardless of age or state of health.

F. A. Stockill and Son Funeral Directors trading as F. A. Stockill and Son Funeral Directors is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

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