C. Bastock Funeral Directors Est. 1856
​Solihull 0121 706 4040 (24 hour)
Shirley  0121 726 2626
Yardley 0121 784 3230
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    • Final Resting Place >
      • Cremation Arrangement
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Alternative Funerals

For families looking for a different kind of funeral we have listed here some of the options available to you and links to their websites. We will happily arrange for any of the services or products listed below to be part of a unique funeral. If there is something you have in mind but it is not listed here, please do call and we will assist you in finding what you need.

Colourful coffins - Personalise the coffin with your own design or choose one of the standard designs from our selection. If you would like to design your own or simply have an idea in mind we will work with you to make sure it's exactly right.

  • Colourful Coffins

Natural coffins - These wholly natural products made of willow, cane or sea grass are all sourced from completely sustainable resources. They are hand made and are the best choice for those seeking to make the least environmental impact.

  • Natural Coffins


If a traditional funeral vehicle is not for you then we offer a range of options to make the final journey a more memorable one.
  • Alternative Vehicles


Every funeral is unique and we offer a number of options to help make the funeral perfect.
  • Dove Release
  • Balloon Release
  • Musical Options
  • Funeral Stationery
C. Bastock Limited
67-71 Warwick Road, 
Olton, Solihull B92 7HP
Solihull Tel: 0121 706 4040 (24 hours)
Yardley Tel: 0121 784 3230 (24 hours)
Shirley Tel: 0121 726 2626 (24 hours)
Registered In England No 03207460
C. Bastock (Contracts) Ltd trading as
​C. Bastock Ltd Funeral Directors.
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