An Independent Family Firm
For generations, Fishwicks has supported families across Cumbria and the Lake District with care, professionalism, and dignity. As a fully serviced funeral directors with our own crematoria, we provide a complete, trusted personal service – ensuring your loved one remains in our care from the first arrangements to the final farewell.
Here to Guide You
Every family’s needs are different, and we’re here to help you make the choices that feel right for you. Our team will gently guide you through each step, taking care of every detail with sensitivity and respect.
Direct unattended/attended cremations
These simple direct all-inclusive cremation packages have become increasingly popular.
There are lots of national companies advertising in the media. Why not let your local family run firm give you the same dignified caring package closer to home!!
If this is something you have been considering or would like advise on contact us for more details.
Burial, Including Green Burial
If your loved one or you as a family prefer burial, we can work with you to plan exactly what you envisage, from announcement and coffin choice to burial location (including registered green burial sites) and celebrant. Whatever the required content and tone of your ceremony, we can help you to find the suppliers and options to make it happen.
Cremation, including Unattended/Direct Cremation
If cremation is your choice, we can advise on location (we operate in Beetham and near Temple Sowerby in the Eden Valley as well as working with other crematoria), everything involved in your service. You can trust us to show the same care and attention to detail with an unattended direct cremations.
A beautiful rural location
Beetham Hall Crematorium
In 2017 the family created an onsite crematorium. Set in a beautiful rural location for the use of all Funeral Directors.
Beetham Hall Crematorium was established in 2017. After many years of thought by founders of Fishwicks Undertakers, John Fishwick and his family were wanting to create what in their view was the most dignified service in the best surroundings they could for families at their most difficult time.
“When you need us, we’re here to listen and to support you in dealing with everything involved in arranging a funeral. We’re a family business, based in Beetham in South Lakes, and we understand that you need clear advice and options and transparent pricing that will help you to arrange exactly the funeral that your loved one, your family and your friends want.”