Before joining Clive Hopkinson, we were previously known as Crowder & Alderson Funeral Directors. Here we had been serving families of Chesterfield since mid 19th century. At first as Alderson Funeral Service, then as Crowder & Alderson when Graham Crowder joined us in 1963.
Through all the changes, we have stayed true to the principles set by our founder, Henry Alderson; compassion, respect, high quality of service and total commitment to the families in our care. We hope that families of Chesterfield know that they are our top priority, as we work with you to arrange a meaningful and personal funeral service for your loved one. You can rely on us to look over all the arrangements, so you and your family can focus on each other during a difficult time.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01246452344 today.
Meet our team
Since being established in the 1930s, we have gained valuable experience in a range of funerals. By working closely with families who have chosen traditional, religious, woodland or celebratory ceremonies, we know how to personalise a service, so it is in line with your requirements and honours the memory of your loved one.
We have an open, honest and dedicated team on hand just a phone call away, 24 hours a day. We are here to serve you during this difficult time, with any guidance or assistance you may need.
With three packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,204
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,599
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,395
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
We are located in the commercial estate behind the main landrover garage off the main road at the bottom of the hill, next door to JBS tuning garage and saferail windows.
The is off road parking available at our funeral home and on road parking on the surrounding streets.
Crowde & Alderson organised my late wife's funeral on the 2 of march,the service we received from start to finish was impeccable,the whole procedure was handled with dignity and respect from the whole team,it made a sad day much easier,
Many thanks, Phil Jackson.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. I am pleased that the arrangements for your wife were carried out to your satisfaction.
Mr Glenn T.
March 18, 2022
Very professional friendly and informative made the day as good as it could be under the circumstances Joanne was very friendly and thoughtful
Response from Clive Hopkinson
We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience online with us. It helps other families in their time of need. It is always good to hear that individual members of our team have provided a service to you to the best of their ability.
Mrs Caron T.
January 18, 2022
Excellent and very professional service
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for leaving a review online for Crowder & Alderson Funeral Directors.
Mr Peter G.
October 7, 2021
All the staff I had contact with either by phone or on person were sympathetic and most efficient. All our requests for music, order of service etc were dealt with without any problem. Thank you.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
I am happy that we provided a professional service to you, we know how special each person is and aim to convey this in all aspects of our work from the arrangements to the day of the service. Thank you for your 5* review.
Mrs Nicola R.
April 20, 2021
Lovely friendly service. Kept me up to date with planning. Always use this company and never let me down. Thankyou so.much at such a difficult tume
Response from Clive Hopkinson
We understand how important it is to keep families informed and I'm pleased that our team did exactly that for you. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of another loved one.
Mrs Carol M.
April 4, 2021
From the first day of my Mother’s passing right through to the funeral, all the staff I met or spoke to couldn’t have been any more sincere and considerate of my feelings. All were kind enough to listen to my wishes and facilitate them. The order of service booklet was excellent quality and is a wonderful keepsake for the family who attended and those who could not attend due to limited numbers re Covid restrictions. People who couldn’t attend were able to login to the Webcast without any problems. Sara the Celebrant was also very kind and she translated my memories and thoughts of Mum into an excellent reading for the funeral. Everyone made what was a very emotional and sad time in our lives much more manageable and easier to cope with. Thank you all - Carol Machen
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for sharing your experience online. You are helping others to make more informed funeral choices, whatever those may be. Your family continues to be in our thoughts and we are honoured to have been able to give you the service you needed.
Mr Alan G.
March 27, 2021
Everyone was so friendly and helpful. They took care of everything from the initial phone call through to after the funeral. Would thoroughly recommend.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being open with us about the service we provided. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Mrs Lisa G.
January 19, 2021
The service was lovely, well handled considering restrictions, could not fault one part of it and the minister was wonderful, it felt like she'd known my mum personally. Would definitely recommend.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for your comments left as part of your online review. I hope that our team has provided you with some comfort through this challenging time.
Miss Jan D.
November 25, 2019
I couldn’t be more happier with the support,advice & guidance from Pat & Andrea at Crowder & Alderson.Nothing was too much trouble, so in my hour of need at a very difficult time it meant a lot to me that they where so attentive & always there when I needed any help or advice.The attention to detail & personal touches certainly helped me cope with my sad loss.Everything was perfect,Thankyou xx
Response from Clive Hopkinson
We appreciate you leaving a review online for Crowder & Alderson. We take pride in giving outstanding service to our families and I am happy that you confided in us as a team to take care of your loved one.
Mrs Sandra B.
September 10, 2019
Nothing too much trouble. Lovely to talk too. We were made to feel at ease and not rushed for decisions. Thankyou for making a horrible time feel more bearable.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for sharing your views with us on your online review. I am pleased to hear that our team were so kind and caring to you and your family and that our staff went above and beyond to deliver the service you expected.
Mr Adrian S.
September 5, 2019
Couldn't fault the service we received following the death of my father. All the staff are excellent and made a very difficult time more bearable.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
We have received your online review. I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected.
Ms Jayne C.
August 27, 2019
Crowder and Alderson helped to arrange my late mother's funeral. They didn't try to sell me the most dearest funeral, they helped me to work to a budget, I could have in the end afforded more but at the time I wasn't sure. Staff were pleasant and caring, they listened to us and didn't try to rush us. The lady who facilitated the funeral was really great and caring, and allowed us to do certain things on the day on the funeral. All the staff were great.
The only thing I would say would be to give ppl the choice to select a different casket if they so wished to pay the extra. The casket my mum had was ok, but you definitely have to make sure you have flowers on the top. In all tho I would recommend Crowder and Alderson to Anyone.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for your 5* review. I do note that you were not happy with the choice of the coffin. I f you would like to discuss this further please do give our colleagues in the Client Relations Team a call on 0800 783 7171.
Mrs Susan W.
May 7, 2019
Thank you for providing comfort at such a difficult time. All our requirements were honoured and respected from start to finish of your service. Very compassionate and thoughtful staff.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for taking the time to complete the online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
Mrs Lynn F.
April 5, 2019
From our first contact all the staff were professional at all times, they helped us through a very difficult time in a compassionate and caring way.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for your online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
Response from Clive Hopkinson
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. I am pleased that the arrangements for your wife were carried out to your satisfaction.