A. H. Cheater Funeral Directors

Here to help you, when you need it most
A. H. Cheater Funeral Directors
A family-run funeral directors serving Romsey and North Baddesley with dignity, compassion, and over 100 years of tradition. Available 24/7, professional support for all your funeral needs.
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Fran Hall, The Good Funeral Guide
"This is a shining example of a well run family funeral directors"

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A.H. Cheater Funeral Directors

Here to help you, when you need it most

Arranging a funeral is an immensely personal experience, often involving unfamiliar tasks at a time when support matters most. At A.H. Cheater, we will guide you with care and understanding every step of the way. Honesty, transparency, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring you feel confident and supported in your choices.

Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ready to provide the help you need whenever you need it.

Honesty, integrity and transparency

Why Choose A. H. Cheater?

As an independent family-run business, we have proudly served our community for over 60 years. Three generations of the Peace family have dedicated themselves to helping bereaved families with compassion and respect. Our experienced funeral directors and supportive team are passionate about making the process of arranging a funeral as simple and comforting as possible for you.

Generational Expertise: Run by the Peace family for three generations, we bring continuity, trust, and a deep sense of responsibility.
Modern Facilities: Our premises are equipped with private chapels of rest, peaceful gardens, and comfortable arrangement rooms, all designed to provide solace and privacy,
Tailored Service: Whether you envision a traditional service, a modern celebration of life, or an eco-friendly tribute, we help you personalise every element.
Compassionate Support: Beyond the service, we offer bereavement guidance and follow-up to support families in the weeks and months after.

Pricing

Our Funeral Costs

At A.H. Cheater, we know that choosing the right funeral director is a deeply personal decision. Not all funeral homes are the same, and we’re here to offer you a compassionate, professional service tailored to your needs.

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Unattended Service

£1945

A cremation or burial that takes place without a funeral service or mourners present at the committal.
Transfer of the deceased into our care during working hours
Care of the deceased in our facilities.
A suitable coffin for cremation
Transfer to a local crematorium or place of burial
Crematorium fee for Direct Cremation
Small vigil with closed coffin in our chapel.
Being independent we are able to offer extra services, such as use of our 'Garden Chapel' for those wanting a little more. Please ask for further details.

Simple Funeral Service

£2639*

A Simple Funeral Service with defined services and limited choice of times
A Hearse & driver
Simple wood effect coffin
Transfer of deceased into our care anytime
Care of the deceased in our facilities
Set up and use of our online memorial page
Additional upgrades can include. Use of our chapel of rest and preparation for visiting the deceased, supplying 4 uniformed coffin bearers
*Does not include disbursement costs (3rd party fees paid on your behalf)

Traditional Funeral

£3526*

Traditional Funerals with complete flexibility of services. This includes can include but is not limited to the following.
Transfer of deceased into our care anytime.
Care of the deceased in our facilities, including preparation for visits and use of our chapel of rest.
Hearse, 1 Limousine and 4 uniformed bearers. Funeral procession from house if required
Plain oak veneered coffin
Full choice of date and time
Handling of charitable donations, and set up and use of our online memorial page
*Does not include disbursement costs (3rd party fees paid on your behalf)

Alternative Option

An Attended Direct Cremation

We appreciate that for some families an unattended service doesn't quite feel right. They may not want a funeral but still feel the need to be there at the end. For this reason we are able to offer an 'Attended' Direct Cremation.

Transfer of the deceased into our care in working hours

Care of the deceased in our facilities.

A suitable coffin for cremation

Transfer to a local crematorium

Crema

Small vigil with closed coffin in our chapel, if required

4 mourners may attend the crematorium chapel and have a piece of music.

Our fee for this service is £2295

Testimonials

Words from the families we have supported

We are honoured to support families at some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Here are a few words from those who have trusted us to care for their loved ones with dignity, compassion and respect.

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Thank you so very much for directing and carrying out Sue’s funeral and arrangements so beautifully - it was fitting, comforting and respectful. The day felt truly special and reflective of everything that mattered. Thank you again for all you have done - it will always be a comfort for us.

Thank you to the whole team at Cheaters for the way you helped us and conducted yourselves through the whole arrangement process.

A. H. Cheater's support in arranging the funeral was invaluable. Michael took time to listen to our requests and offered sound, practical advice. At all times, my husband's body was treated with dignity and respect. On the day, every member of staff was professional and made us feel comforted.

Thank you for taking care of my father’s funeral and helping us cope at such a sad and emotional time. You made the detailed arrangements as easy as possible in such a respectful and compassionate way. Thank you for getting everything right, just as my father would have wished.

Thank you for your kindness, courtesy and professionalism in arranging Colin’s funeral. From first contacting you to after the funeral, you made the whole process easy and stress free during a difficult time.

Thank you and all your team for coordinating and facilitating Mum’s service at Test Valley Crematorium. We were helped enormously by your quiet efforts on our behalf, and we truly appreciated it.

A heartfelt thank you to you and your team for everything you did for Beryl’s funeral. The calm organisation meant it was a very special occasion. Please pass on our thanks to everyone who made it happen.

Professional, friendly service. Thank you for arranging a beautiful service for our daughter who died suddenly aged 22. Lizzie was professional, friendly and could not have been more helpful. I would not hesitate to recommend A H Cheater.

Thank you so much to you and your colleagues for your help in organising and ensuring all went smoothly on the occasion of Alan's funeral. We really appreciated the care taken in every aspect of the arrangements.

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How to Reach Us

We’re here whenever you need us. Whether you’re planning ahead or dealing with a sudden loss, contact us anytime.

Every member of Cheater’s staff showed true professionalism … while also making my family feel very comforted and special.

"This is a shining example of a well run family funeral directors"