About our Wantage funeral home

4 Church Street, Wantage, OX12 8BL

About our Wantage funeral home

Previously H. J. Knapp & Sons Funeral Directors, we have joined fellow funeral homes in Oxfordshire to create Oliver & James Funeral Directors. We understand that life with those you love is incredibly personal and the need for a farewell which truly reflects and celebrates the life they lived is incredibly important. It is our duty and privilege to support local families in our cherished Oxfordshire community during one of the most difficult times of their lives. At our funeral home, you can expect the utmost respect from our team as we offer the advice and guidance you are looking for during this funeral journey. Whether you are new to funeral planning or if you have previously arranged a funeral, our team are on hand to answer any questions you may have and plan with you a fitting service for your loved one.
High view of Wantage

To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01235772205 today.

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Meet our team

When visiting our funeral home in Wantage, Suzanne and our team will take the time to get to know you, treating you as though you are our very own family. We want every family in our care to know that your wellbeing is a priority to us, which is why we will always be here to help.

If you have ideas in mind or need inspiration on how to create a personal and thoughtful send off for someone important to you, our caring team of professionals are here to help you to find the right fits for the service.

Our services

With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.

If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.

View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.

Attended Funeral

The Attended Funeral

The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.

Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,389
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,784

The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.

The Unattended Funeral

The Unattended Funeral

The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.

Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295

The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.

Attended Funeral

The Attended Funeral

The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.

Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,389
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,784

The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.

The Unattended Funeral

The Unattended Funeral

The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.

Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295

The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.

Contact

Speak to our team 24 hours a day on:

Our Email

For general enquiries please email us on:

wantage@oliverandjamesfunerals.co.uk

Our Address

4 Church Street
Wantage, OX12 8BL

Opening Hours

Day of the WeekHours
Monday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed

Directions and Parking

To find our funeral home, we are facing Headmasters hairdressers, adjacent to the side of Wantage Methodist Church. If you are driving to us, there is car parking available at Beacon, Portway.

Reviews of our services

  • As happens in everyone’s life, the death of a loved one can be emotional, disorientating, and depressing. Recently, my mother died, and through recommendation, I contacted Knapps to see us through this difficult time. From the very first contact with Suzanne, I found her to be compassionate, respectful, and quietly efficient. Her manner throughout was calm and she was able to steer me through the choices that had to be made, along with suggestions for the flowers and the memorial service. On the day of my mothers cremation, our driver showed compassion and understanding, and a willingness to talk if we wanted. This indeed, helped us to defuse the tension. Mums service was carried out exactly as I requested, The team was beautifully turned out, and treated mum with respect and aplomb showing no sign of rush or hurry throughout. Everything from the music, to the final farewell, was carried out by the whole team in a manner that Mum would have loved. Sometime after, Suzanne contacted me to see how I was doing and offered me a grief councillor if needed. I was thoroughly pleased, with Knapps service and would recommend them highly.

    • Response from Oliver & James

      I am glad that you and the family were well cared for, and that we were able to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of a difficult situation and make things easier for you. We pride ourselves in maintaining the highest quality of care for our families. Thank you for this positive recommendation, it is greatly appreciated.

  • Knapps were friendly, sympathetic, discreet and extremely efficient, making the whole process as easy as it could have been. We were especially impressed by the fact that they phoned a day or so later to find out how we were, an example of the personal touch that was apparent throughout.

    • Response from Oliver & James

      Your feedback is so valuable to us and we would like to say thank you. I am pleased it all went well for you and the family. I am happy that you confided in us as a team to take care of your loved one. Your comments will provide great encouragement to the team to keep doing their job to the best of their ability.

  • Suzanne and her team went above and beyond to make what was a difficult time much easier. They organised the funeral for my parents with such kindness and support. There were so many things to take into consideration with it being a joint service but they dealt with it with such dignity and respect. The after care since the funeral has been exceptional too. Thank you Suzanne you did my mum and dad proud.

    • Response from Oliver & James

      Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. We are grateful of receiving your online review. Your feedback is always valuable to us.

  • we, as a family, were extremely pleased with the service provided by Knapps and sons funeral directors of Wantage. Their service was professional and staff were very caring. Thank you

    • Response from Oliver & James

      I am pleased to hear that the service was carried out to your satisfaction. Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review.

  • Everything was handled in a discreet, kind and professional way. All the staff involved were extremely respectful and helpful, and all the ceremonial proceedings were conducted so beautifully. The whole funeral day went beyond my expectations due to this great support.

    • Response from Oliver & James

      We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience online with us. It helps other families in their time of need. We are very proud of our team and the care they give and it means the world when we hear from the families that we have looked after. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.