Burial at Durrington Cemetery, Worthing
A peaceful and dignified farewell, surrounded by the beauty and tranquillity of Worthing’s most cherished resting place.
With care, compassion and attention to every detail, we help families create a meaningful burial at Durrington Cemetery that truly honours their loved one’s life.
A Compassionate Local Service
At Rounce Funeral Services, we understand that saying goodbye to someone special is one of life’s most profound moments.
As a family-run, multi-award-winning funeral director, we take great care in ensuring every burial we arrange is handled with warmth, dignity and respect.
Our Burial at Durrington Cemetery package, priced at £1,795 + third-party costs, offers an elegant, meaningful farewell in one of Worthing’s most serene settings.
Affordable Elegance with a Local Touch
Every service we conduct reflects the values we hold dear: compassion, honesty and exceptional care.
We are proud to serve local families with an affordable yet beautifully presented burial service at Durrington Cemetery — Worthing’s main place of rest, set against the backdrop of the South Downs.
Transparent Pricing, Thoughtful Guidance
At Rounce Funeral Services, we believe that peace of mind begins with honesty and clarity.
Our Burial at Durrington Cemetery is priced at £1,795 for our professional services, plus disbursements (third-party fees).
For most new burials, disbursements are approximately £5,620, which includes all cemetery and officiant costs.
However, if you are reopening an existing family grave, the third-party costs may be much lower — typically around £975, covering a celebrant or minister (£275) and the grave reopening and digging fee (£700).
Your Funeral Director will always provide a clear, written estimate before any arrangements are confirmed, so you can make each decision with confidence and understanding.
What’s Included in Our Services
Our comprehensive services are designed to provide complete peace of mind and include:
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Bringing your loved one into our care from a local hospital within a 10-mile radius of Worthing
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Visiting your loved one in our Chapel of Rest
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A personal meeting to receive your instructions and wishes
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All funeral planning and arrangements
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Coordinating a convenient time and day for the funeral
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A standard-sized Upton light oak-effect coffin
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Provision of a black hearse and four pallbearers for the Durrington Cemetery Chapel ceremony and burial
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Personal guidance from your dedicated Funeral Director throughout the process
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Advice and support with registering the death and completing all legal requirements
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24-hour support and assistance leading up to the funeral
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Collection and distribution of floral tributes and charitable donations
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Arrangement of any press notices if desired
Whether you are arranging a new grave or wish to use an existing family grave, your Funeral Director will ensure every detail is handled with care and precision, explaining all options and associated costs clearly before proceeding.
Optional Services
We also offer additional options to help you personalise the occasion, including:
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Home, hospice or care home collection (£250)
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Dressing your loved one in their own clothes (£100)
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Funeral flowers, from £45
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Hearse and bearers for services held elsewhere before burial (£250–£500)
All payments are made in advance unless otherwise agreed.
A Dignified Farewell: The Price Breakdown
A Burial at Durrington Cemetery, Worthing, includes:
Our Services (£1,795) and Disbursements (£5,620) – third-party payments made on your behalf.
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A religious, non-religious, or semi-religious service conducted by a Minister, Priest, Humanist, or Celebrant (£275)
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A new Lawn Grave (£4,645) or a new Traditional Grave (£4,950)
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Grave digging fees for single or double depth (£700); for treble depth, add £400 (£1,100)
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Funeral ceremony conducted at Durrington Cemetery Chapel (no charge when followed by burial)
If your loved one is to be laid to rest in an existing family grave, the disbursements are significantly lower — typically £700 for the interment (grave digging) fee for a full burial.
For example, a dignified burial service at 12 noon on a Friday, including a hearse, pallbearers, an oak-effect coffin, and a celebrant for a semi-religious service at Durrington Cemetery Chapel, followed by interment at 1 p.m. in an existing lawn grave, would cost a total of £2,770.
About Durrington Cemetery
Set across 37 acres of chalk downland, Durrington Cemetery is a place of natural calm and remembrance.
Its gently sloping lawns, mature trees and peaceful pathways offer a setting of serenity and grace.
It welcomes both traditional and lawn graves, as well as interments of ashes, with headstone or flat memorial options available.
A Haven for Reflection and Nature
Designated as a Site of Nature and Conservation Importance (SNCI), Durrington Cemetery is not only a place of remembrance, but also of renewal.
Among the trees — including the striking Arbutus (Strawberry Tree) — wildlife thrives, creating a haven for reflection.
Architectural features by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who designed Liverpool Cathedral and the iconic red telephone box, add historic charm and character.
The Chapel and Visiting Information
The Cemetery Chapel, seating around 40 people, provides a serene venue for services.
Original CDs can be played during the ceremony, allowing you to include meaningful music.
Interments take place Monday–Thursday (10 am–2 pm) and Fridays (10 am–1 pm).
Public facilities are located near Offington Roundabout and open daily during cemetery hours.
Address: Durrington Cemetery, Findon Road, Worthing, BN14 0AA
Telephone: 01273 263159
How We Can Help
At Rounce Funeral Services, our calling is to guide you gently through every stage of arranging a meaningful farewell.
We will ensure every detail — from the service to the burial — is carried out with care, compassion and dignity.
If someone has died, or if you simply wish to talk about options, we’re here day and night.
For the past two decades, Rounce Funeral Services has consistently illuminated transparency by prominently displaying all prices on our website and within our premises. We firmly adhere to the belief that every customer deserves clear and accessible information regarding Rounce's funeral charges and associated costs before deciding to engage our services.
To further enhance transparency, we invite you to access a downloadable and printable PDF document containing the Adur & Worthing Councils Bereavement Services Fees & Charges for the period from January 2025 to December 2025. This comprehensive document encompasses all pricing details for services at Durrington Cemetery. Feel free to view, download, and print this resource for your convenience.
Durrington Cemetery Price List 2025
Why choose Rounce?
Transparency and Reassurance
Unlike some online providers and larger chains, you can be reassured that your loved one is cared for entirely on our own premises — not in a warehouse or industrial estate — with dignity, respect, and personal attention.
You’re welcome to have them dressed in their favourite clothes, include personal items, letters, or fragrances to honour their passions, and visit them in our chapel of rest to pay your respects and say an intimate goodbye.
Safe in our Hands with an Award-Winning Service
National Winner at the 2025 Good Funeral Awards, often described as the “Oscars” of the funeral profession.
Recognised for excellence for nine consecutive years with the Three Best Rated® accolade.
These awards reflect our continued commitment to the highest standards of care, compassion, and professionalism.
Independent and Family-Run for over 20 years
Rounce is a second-generation, family-owned funeral director offering a personal, compassionate approach and genuine continuity of care throughout every step of the process.
Transparent Pricing
We provide clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees or unnecessary upselling, giving complete peace of mind from the start.
Direct and Attended Cremations
From £1,195, we offer both direct cremation and attended cremation services at crematoriums throughout East and West Sussex — each conducted with the same care and dignity.
Direct and Attended Burials
We offer direct burials from £1,595, attended traditional burials at local cemeteries, and natural burial services at tranquil sites including Clayton Wood and South Downs.
Special Touches to Keep Their Memory Close
From memorial jewellery and memory bears to scatter tubes and sunflower seeds, we provide meaningful ways to keep your loved one’s presence close and their memory alive.
Honouring Service with Veteran Funerals
We proudly offer funerals with full military honours, including a Regimental Coffin Drape, medals and cap or beret on the coffin, Standard Bearers leading the cortege, and a Bugler for the Act of Remembrance.
Eco-Friendly and Natural Options
Respect the environment with green and natural funeral choices, including willow and cardboard coffins and woodland burials for families wishing to tread lightly on the earth.
Funeral Vehicles to Reflect a Life Well-Lived
In addition to our Jaguar fleet, we offer distinctive vehicles including a motorcycle hearse, horse-drawn hearse, and a classic leopard-print Daimler, helping celebrate your loved one’s character and passions.
Coffin Personalisation
Personalised wooden heart tags and colourful ribbons can be added to the coffin to represent a favourite colour, team, or cherished memory — a small detail that makes a big difference.
Funeral Flowers
Working with our trusted local partner Greenfingers Florist, Worthing, we offer stunning floral tributes from £45, carefully designed to symbolise love, respect, and remembrance.
Bereavement Support
Through our partnership with SAIF Care, families have access to free, professional bereavement counselling and emotional support following the funeral.
Discount Programs
We are proud to support our community with discounts for Blue Light Card holders, Defence Discount Card holders, and those receiving welfare benefits.
Accessibility and Inclusion
We ensure our services are accessible to everyone.
Our arrangement room and chapel of rest are wheelchair-friendly, and we offer communication support for deaf clients to help ensure every family feels comfortable and included.
(Please note: our toilet facilities are not currently wheelchair accessible.)
24-Hour, 365-Day Support
We’re here for you, whenever you need us — day or night, every day of the year.
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Be proud of giving your loved one exactly the funeral they wanted.
At Rounce Funeral Services, we understand how important it is to create a meaningful farewell that aligns with your loved one’s values.
If you’re considering a traditional burial at Durrington Cemetery, our experienced team is here to guide and support you.
Get amazing support with a wonderful compassionate service from start to finish.
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Considering a More Natural Farewell?
While Durrington Cemetery provides a peaceful and traditional resting place, some families feel drawn towards a more natural or environmentally conscious alternative. For those who wish to rest in harmony with nature, we also offer a range of eco and woodland burial options across Sussex.
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