Here when you need us, supporting families across Sunderland and nearby communities with care, dignity and respect.
Here when you need us, supporting families across Sunderland and nearby communities with care, dignity and respect.
At Tony Clarke Funeral Directors, we support families across Sunderland and nearby communities with care, dignity and clear guidance. From our funeral homes in South Hylton, Millfield, Southwick and Downhill, we help families arrange personal and respectful funerals across the city and surrounding areas.
We regularly support families in areas including Pallion, Fulwell, Roker, Pennywell, Barnes, Southwick, Millfield, Downhill, South Hylton, Washington, Seaham, Houghton-le-Spring and South Shields.
Whether you live close to one of our funeral homes or need help in a nearby community, our team can explain your options in simple, clear words and guide you through the next steps.
Please call us on 0191 565 6055. Our team is available 24 hours a day to give clear guidance, immediate support and practical help when you need it most.
We provide funeral support across Sunderland, covering local communities throughout the north, west, east and south of the city. If your area is not listed, please still contact us, as we may still be able to help.
North Sunderland
Fulwell
Seaburn
Roker
Monkwearmouth
Whitburn
Witherwack
Town End Farm
West Sunderland
Pallion
Barnes
Ashbrooke
Plains Farm
Grindon
Thornhill
Tunstall
SR4 Areas
Pennywell
Hastings Hill
Ford Estate
South Hylton
Springwell
High Barnes
East and South Sunderland
Hendon
Ryhope
Grangetown
Silksworth
Farringdon
Doxford Park
Herrington
Tunstall
If you are unsure whether we cover your area, please call us — we are happy to help.
Although our funeral homes are based in Sunderland, we also support families across nearby towns and communities. Many families come to us because they have a connection with Sunderland, a preferred crematorium, a family grave, or they simply want a trusted independent funeral director to guide them.
We can provide funeral services in nearby areas including:
Washington
Seaham
Houghton-le-Spring
Hetton-le-Hole
Murton
South Shields
Whitburn
Boldon
Chester-le-Street
Durham
Peterlee
Easington
Newcastle upon Tyne
You may also find these pages helpful when arranging a funeral or comparing your options.
We are experienced in working with local churches, crematoria and cemeteries across the region.
• Family-run and independent
• Clear, transparent pricing
• 24-hour telephone support
• Personal, local service
• Legal aftercare support available
• Direct cremation and traditional funeral options
We believe families should feel supported — not pressured — at such an important time.
Families across Sunderland are supported from our four local funeral homes:
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors South Hylton – 29 Railway Terrace, Sunderland SR4 0PY
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors Millfield – 190 Hylton Road, Sunderland SR4 7YB
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors Southwick – 255 Southwick Road, Sunderland SR5 2AB
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors Downhill – 55 Keighley Avenue, Sunderland SR5 4BS
All locations share one central telephone number this ensures you’ll always reach a member of our caring team, ready to assist you.
📞 0191 565 6055
Yes. We support families across Sunderland, including South Hylton, Millfield, Southwick, Downhill, Pallion, Fulwell, Roker, Pennywell, Barnes, Ryhope and nearby areas.
Yes. We regularly support families in nearby areas such as Washington, Seaham, Houghton-le-Spring, South Shields, Durham and surrounding communities.
All of our funeral homes share one central telephone number. Please call 0191 565 6055 and we will guide you to the most suitable branch or arrangement option.
Yes. We can arrange collection from hospital, home, a care home or another suitable place. If someone has passed away and you need immediate help, please call us at any time.
Yes. We can help arrange funeral services at Sunderland Crematorium, local churches, cemeteries and other venues across Sunderland and nearby areas.
Please still contact us. The areas listed on this page are examples, and we may still be able to support your family even if your area is not shown.
If you need immediate support, or you would like to ask whether we cover your area, please call us. We are here 24 hours a day to offer calm, clear and practical guidance.