Why choose an independent funeral director?

At Golden Charter, we’re here to support you and your loved ones every step of the way. To do this, we work with over 2,900 independent funeral directors across the UK^*.who will look after your family when the time comes.

Funeral directors are at the heart of what we do. Their role is to be there for your loved ones when they need them. They take care of all the funeral arrangements and support families before, during and after the funeral. Their care allows you and your family to focus on what matters most — being there for each other.

When you take out a Golden Charter funeral plan, we’ll do our best to make sure your chosen funeral director can accept it. If that’s not possible, we’ll appoint a trusted, local independent funeral director for you. We believe your wishes should be carried out, and your family should receive personal support when it matters most.

With different plans and payment options available, a pre-paid funeral plan is a simple way to arrange the essentials in advance.

Your money is also secure. Plan payments are held in the Golden Charter Trust, which manages over £1.21 billion. The Trust is run by an independent Board of Trustees, whose job is to make sure funeral director services in your plan are paid for, whenever they are needed.

When the time comes, we believe the best people to look after you and your family are local, independent funeral directors. You can find funeral directors near you using our website: Funeral directors near me.

For more information about Golden Charter’s funeral plans, request our free funeral plan brochure.

If you’re ready to take the next step, you can buy a plan online, over the phone or with your local Golden Charter-approved funeral director.

There’s no obligation – it’s simply a chance to learn more.