Burials

Traditional or informal

Funeral services can be as formal or informal as you would like – and it’s entirely up to you as to how religious the service is depending on your beliefs and the wishes of your loved one.

Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors can organise the funeral and a burial at your chosen cemetery, graveyard or burial ground and purchase a grave on your behalf where necessary. The service would traditionally take place at the service room at the funeral home, attended by family and friends.

If you already have a family burial plot we will arrange for it to be reopened before the burial. You are unable to purchase burial plots which are next to each other or reserving multiple plots. We can help you with arranging the preparation of the grave.

What happens at a burial?

On the day of the funeral, depending on your preference, mourners may assemble at the funeral home or church. The coffin will be at the service room ready to be taken with the cortege after the service.

A funeral service usually lasts around 20 to 60 minutes and can include a number of hymns or non-religious songs that mean something to you, eulogies and readings.

Following the funeral service (should you choose to have one) the committal service usually takes place at the graveside with the minister, clergy or other non-religious officiant conducting the service. This can be tailored to your requests with readings, songs and prayers.

Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors can assist you in every step of the funeral and burial arrangements so please don’t hesitate to ask us about any aspects or queries you may have.

Memorial Masonry

We offer a masonry service for new pieces, additional inscriptions or renovations to existing memorials.

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Our pricing

Funeral prices vary depending on the type of ceremony you would like for your loved one. There are many options to choose from to make it unique and special.

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Planning ahead?

It is now really easy to plan ahead, making a huge difference by easing the burden on your family when the time comes, so they can focus on the arrangements.

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Need advice?

Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors can assist you in every step of the funeral so please don’t hesitate to ask us about any aspects or queries you may have.

The team were so well mannered, extremely professional and knowledgeable on all services offered. They were unbelievably kind, caring, supportive and so compassionate towards us and our family from the initial phone call to even now after the funeral they could not of done more…

Rebecca

Geoffrey was great. Made a difficult time bearable. Always contactable. Was friendly and professional throughout. Thank you…

Lynne Heaney

We recently used Bairds Funeral Directors for both our mum’s and dad’s funerals, and the care, professionalism, and attention to detail shown throughout were outstanding. Jon took care of every detail from start to finish and carried out all of our instructions exactly as requested,…

bayleaf2366

So helpful and kind

Ashley Wilson

Geoffrey Irons dealt with all aspects in a sensitive way and with professionalism. He clearly understood our wishes

Tom Hamilton

I lost my husband unexpectedly and was devastated. I approached Baird's and they took over all the arrangements after meeting me. I was assigned a funeral arranger, Jackie. He kept in contact, supported me through the arrangements, guided me through the funeral process with great…

Denise Montgomery

We would like to sincerely thank Jackie and the entire team at Bairds Funeral Home, Antrim, for the professional, dignified, and compassionate care shown to our whole family. During such a difficult time, your support meant more than we can express. Every detail was handled…

Sharon Blakey

The team were professional, pleasant and supportive throughout this difficult period. They ensured we were fully informed, supported and advised at all times, helping to reduce and distractions. They are a credit to their profession.

Bruce Wallace

I cannot speak highly enough of Joanne, William, Jackie & Geoffrey. They showed professionalism, dignity and respect to the entire family during the passing my father and on the day of the funeral the way that everything was done with respect and dignity. He would…

Jon Baird

Jon was very helpful in every way, nothing was too much trouble for him. Lots of good advice given. Very understanding and caring.…

Julie Stevenson

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Choose a prepaid funeral plan

Choice Funeral plans enable you to arrange and pay for your Funeral Director Services in advance, which could provide peace of mind to you and your family.

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