Altrincham, Circle Funerals Partners

Circle Funerals is a small, independent funeral director, owned and run by husband-and-wife team Jeremy and Sara Fixter. From their premises in Altrincham, they support families across Trafford, South Manchester, Cheshire and beyond.

Their approach is calm, thoughtful and person-led. Every funeral is shaped around the person who has died and the needs of their family. They offer clear guidance when that is wanted, or simply explain the choices available so families feel empowered to make their own decisions. Families are supported to be as involved as they wish — whether that means taking part in personal care, exploring eco-conscious choices, or leaving the practicalities entirely in Circle’s hands.

Jeremy and Sara specialise in green and eco-conscious funerals and have deep knowledge of local natural burial options. They regularly support families with home funerals, where care and arrangements take place at home with as much or as little input from them as families want. They also provide guidance for those planning ahead through their free Funeral Wishes service, which helps people record their preferences in advance. Other services include bespoke ceremonies, simple funerals, and direct cremations.

Alongside their funeral work, Sara and Jeremy are active in the community. Sara is a trained Cruse Bereavement Volunteer, and together they run workshops and signpost to local and national support services. Their contribution was recognised when they received the Bereavement Support Award at the Good Funeral Awards (2023), and they were named Business of the Year at the Altrincham & Sale Chamber of Commerce Awards (2024). These honours reflect the trust placed in them by families and the recognition of their community.

Families often describe Circle Funerals as “calm, kind, and quietly professional,” and note that their warm, light-filled premises in Altrincham feel welcoming rather than intimidating.

Services offered include:

• Green and eco-conscious funerals
• Home funerals
• Funeral Wishes guidance
• Bespoke funerals (traditional, modern, or alternative)
• Simple funerals and direct cremation
• Cremations and burials
• Memorial services and gatherings
• Bereavement signposting and community support