Wellington Funeral Home

Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City)

Professional funeral services in Wellington CBD, Wellington

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Contact Information

Wellington CBD, Wellington

Our Services

Traditional Funerals

Complete funeral arrangements including viewing, ceremony, and burial or cremation services.

Cremation Services

Professional cremation arrangements with various memorial and scattering options available.

Memorial Services

Celebration of life ceremonies and memorial gatherings to honor your loved one's memory.

Pre-Planning

Plan ahead and ensure your wishes are known with our pre-planning funeral services.

Family Support

Compassionate guidance and support for families during their time of need.

Venue Arrangements

Assistance with venue selection and coordination for funeral and memorial services.

About Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City)

Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) is a trusted funeral home serving Wellington CBD and the surrounding Wellington region. They provide compassionate, professional funeral services to help families honor their loved ones with dignity and respect. Their experienced team is available 24/7 to assist you during this difficult time.

Our Commitment

  • โ€ข Professional and compassionate care
  • โ€ข 24/7 availability for families
  • โ€ข Personalized service options
  • โ€ข Transparent pricing

Service Areas

  • โ€ข Wellington CBD
  • โ€ข Wellington region
  • โ€ข Surrounding communities
  • โ€ข Nationwide arrangements

Need Immediate Assistance?

The compassionate team at Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) is here to help you through this difficult time. Contact them 24/7 for immediate assistance.

Location

306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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Map tiles ยฉ OpenStreetMap, ยฉ CARTO. Location from Google Places ยท verified 2026-06-03.

Typical Wellington costs

Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) does not publish prices on their website. The figures below are the typical range for the Wellington area, not a quote from this provider. Always ask for a written itemised quote.

Regional range

Basic cremation (with short service)

NZ$4,000โ€“6,500 Source: Consumer NZ โ€” Funerals โ†—

Traditional funeral with burial

NZ$9,000โ€“16,000 Source: Consumer NZ โ€” Funerals โ†—

Burial plot only

NZ$3,000โ€“8,000 Source: Consumer NZ โ€” Funerals โ†—
Not a quote. These are regional benchmarks from Consumer NZ and Citizens Advice โ€” useful for comparison, but every funeral is bespoke. Get a written itemised quote before signing anything.

Eligible families may receive a Work and Income funeral grant of up to NZ$2,560 toward these costs.

Pre-payment & pre-planning

Compare NZ options โ†’
Director-contract (price locked on specified services)Trust-pool (funds grow with interest; services not price-locked)

InvoCare NZ prepaid (via funeralplanner.co.nz) โ€” director-contract; also routes to The Funeral Trust (FDANZ)

Lychgate is an InvoCare-owned NZ brand. InvoCare's NZ pre-need front (funeralplanner.co.nz) offers a director-contract prepaid: 'Once you pay the agreed cost of the funeral there is nothing more to pay.' Lychgate's own preplan page also routes to The Funeral Trust (FDANZ trust-pool model). Confirm structure with the director.

Source: InvoCare NZ โ€” Preplan a Funeral โ†— Confirm current terms with the funeral home before committing.

Recent reviews

4.7 / 5
15 Google reviews
Sophie Ferguson
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3 months ago

Naomi & Steve took amazing care of our Mum / Mother in law. The care they took and explaining of the process was so genuine. They attended both the family service and Funeral and nothing was ever a problem. They truly are special people and I couldnโ€™t recommend them enough in some of the hardest times families go through. Thank you for everything - The Malolo Aiga

Kiri Brandli
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10 months ago

There is no team in the world, that can beat this team. They generally care, professional, kind and so very thoughtful. Kerry and her team have looked after both my parents now. I am so grateful to have left this important and devastating situation in there capable hands. Thank you xxx

Rosaline Hakaraia
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2 years ago

Thank you to Stu, Naomi and the wonderful team at Lychgate Funerals on Willis St. Absolutely amazing to deal with especially through such a hard time for our family. Naomi and Stu were so patient and understanding, worked with us through the whole process and did absolutely everything we asked for. They went above and beyond to provide such a beautiful service for not only my Mother-in-law but also my Mother 6 weeks later. Everything that was asked for they made happen. From the beautiful flowers and catering to the hearse lead last tour through the streets of Wellington. I cannot recommend these guys enough, such an amazing service. They will treat you and your loved one with the dignity and respect. Thank you again!

Steve Fejos
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3 years ago

We used Brad of Lychgate for our mother's service. We faced complications of time, as family were away and the service was 13 days after her passing, additionally mum had to be transferred from Auckland. Brad was there at 9:00pm on Friday night to greet us as we arrived with mum and receive her into his care. He had to do an enormous amount of work to enable us to have a family viewing and to have mum returned to our family home for one last weekend with the family. Brad and his team were exceptional in making each and every one of our wishes possible. The day of the service and internment also had some special requests to accommodate all family members with differing thoughts and religious beliefs. He handled everything with professionalism and efficiency and was able to deliver the perfect service and internment for mum. He even managed to hold off the rain at Makara. Can't thank you enough Brad!

Karen Mitchell
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3 years ago

Wonderful staff. So responsive and proactive dealing with the logistics of moving mum to Dunedin and communication with the other funeral home. I was so grateful for their help and guidance and so caring. Big hugs to the team. Thank you so much.

Reviews sourced from Google. Updated periodically.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City).

Where is Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) located?
Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) is based in Wellington CBD, Wellington, New Zealand. Funeral services are typically offered to families across the Wellington region. Contact Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) directly for specific service-area coverage.
What services does Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) offer?
Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) offers traditional funeral services, cremation, and memorial services. Most New Zealand funeral homes also assist with pre-paid funeral plans, casket selection, celebrant referrals, and after-care support. Contact Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) directly to confirm the full range of services available for your family's needs.
How do I contact Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City)?
You can reach Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) by phone on (04) 385 0745, via their website. Funeral homes in New Zealand are typically available 24/7 for urgent at-need calls. For pre-planning or general enquiries, normal business hours apply.
How much does a funeral cost with Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City)?
Funeral costs in New Zealand vary widely depending on the type of service (traditional, cremation only, direct cremation), casket choice, venue, and ancillary costs (flowers, catering, celebrant, death notices). A typical cremation in Wellington ranges from approximately NZ$3,500 (direct cremation) to NZ$10,000+ (full traditional service). Contact Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) directly for a written quote โ€” they're the most accurate source for current pricing.
Does Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Many New Zealand funeral homes offer pre-paid funeral plans, which let you fix today's prices and ease the financial burden on your family. Funds are typically held by an independent funeral trust regulated under New Zealand law. Contact Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) to confirm whether they offer pre-paid plans and to request a copy of their plan terms.
Can I claim the WINZ funeral grant when using Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City)?
New Zealand's Funeral Grant from MSD/WINZ can contribute up to approximately NZ$2,559 (current cap; see msd.govt.nz for the latest figure) towards funeral costs for eligible families. Lychgate Funerals (Wellington City) is a licensed funeral home and should be able to provide the invoices and documentation needed for a Funeral Grant application. Eligibility depends on the deceased's circumstances, not the funeral home chosen.