Funeral Hire – Free Room Hire and Private Space

Supporting you during a difficult time

Organising a wake or memorial gathering after a funeral can be an emotional and overwhelming experience. At The Queen’s Arms in Audenshaw, we understand how important it is to have a peaceful, welcoming space where family and friends can come together to remember a loved one.

That’s why we’re proud to offer our funeral room hire service free of charge , helping to ease some of the burden during this difficult time.

Two Thoughtfully Designed Spaces

We are pleased to offer two distinct areas for funeral gatherings, both available without charge :

1. The Smaller Room – For Intimate Gatherings

This is a private room that comfortably seats up to 40 guests . It’s ideal for smaller, more intimate memorial events or funeral wakes. This room has its own private entrance from our car park , offering added discretion and includes its own set of toilets , ensuring comfort and privacy for your guests.

The space is arranged to create a calm and respectful environment, allowing you to focus on what matters most — being with loved ones.

This room also features a TV with HDMI connectivity , perfect for displaying a photo slideshow or tribute video from your laptop during the gathering.

2. The Public Bar Area – A Warm Space for Reflection

Our main bar area is often used as a relaxed gathering space before or after the formal wake — a place where friends and family can share stories and memories of the person they’ve lost.

It’s the first room you enter when coming in through our front door (which opens directly onto our private car park) . While this area is not fully private, it offers a warm and familiar pub atmosphere where people feel at ease.

Please note: this area cannot be booked exclusively, but we will always ensure it is respectfully managed to support your event.

Facilities Designed with Care

We aim to make your time with us as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our venue includes:

  • Ample car parking
  • Large outdoor seating area
  • Heated undercover smoking area
  • Experienced staff on hand throughout the day to support your needs

Additional Services Available

For funeral room hire, we offer additional services to make the gathering even more special. We can provide flowers from a local florist, a television if a slideshow is required, and table decorations if supplied beforehand. We can also arrange for pre-ordered drinks to be served to your guests upon their arrival if required.

Catering Options Tailored to Your Wishes

Food often plays an important role in bringing people together. We offer a choice of options to suit your preferences and budget:

  • Hot or cold buffet meals , priced per head
  • Traditional carvery or dishes from our daily menu
  • Flexible dietary requirements — please let us know in advance

We’re happy to discuss your catering plans in advance to ensure everything is just right.

Our buffet food packages are listed below.

Personal Touches to Make It Special

We believe every gathering should reflect the personality and memory of your loved one. To help you create a meaningful event, we can also provide:

  • Fresh flowers from a local florist
  • A television screen for displaying photo slideshows (HDMI connection available)
  • Table decorations (please supply items in advance)
  • Pre-ordered drinks ready for arrival

Let us help you create a space that feels personal, comforting, and fitting for the occasion.

Let Us Support You

At The Queen’s Arms, we’re here to support you — not just with logistics, but with kindness and understanding. Planning a gathering after a funeral doesn’t have to be stressful. While you take time to remember and celebrate your loved one, we’ll take care of the rest.

If you’d like to discuss your requirements or arrange a booking, please get in touch using our contact form or by calling us directly on 0161 330 5904.

We’re here for you — with compassion, care, and respect.

Please fill in the contact form and we will be in touch to go over the arrangements with you

Click here to see our carvery menu

    STANDARD

    Minimum of 25 People
    £ 11
    95 Per Head
    • VEGETARIAN OR MEAT QUICHE
    • SAUSAGE ROLLS
    • PASTA SALAD
    • POTATO SALAD
    • SEASONED CHICKEN WINGS
    • MEAT & POTATO OR CHEESE & ONION PIE
    • MEAT PLATTER FROM OUR CARVERY
    • ARTISAN BREAD ROLLS, BUTTER & CONDIMENTS
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    ROYAL STANDARD

    Minimum of 25 People
    £ 13
    95 Per Head
    • SALT & PEPPER CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS
    • JACK DANIEL’S CRISPY CHICKEN STRIPS
    • CHIPS
    • CHIPS
    • PEPPERONI PIZZA
    • CHEESE & TOMATO PIZZA
    • MEAT & POTATO PIE OR CHEESE & ONION PIE
    • SEASONED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
    • SALAD BOWL
    • MEAT PLATTER FROM OUR CARVERY
    • ARTISAN BREAD ROLLS, BUTTER & CONDIMENTS
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    THE BIG ONE

    Minimum of 50 People
    £ 15
    95 Per Head
    • INDIAN PLATTER
    • TRAY MEAT & POTATO PIE
    • SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN
    • CHICKEN CURRY OR BEEF CHILLI
    • RICE
    • CHIPS
    • ORIENTAL SPARE RIBS
    • SEASONED CHICKEN WINGS
    • SEASONED DRUMSTICKS
    • MEAT PLATTER FROM OUR CARVERY
    • ARTISAN BREAD ROLLS, BUTTER & CONDIMENTS
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    COMFORT FOOD

    Minimum of 25 People
    £ 12
    95 Per Head
    • CHICKEN OR VEGETARIAN CURRY
    • WITH RICE, CHIPS AND NAAN BREAD
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    COMFORT FOOD

    Minimum of 25 People
    £ 10
    95 Per Head
    • CHEESE & ONION OR MEAT & POTATO PIE
    • WITH CHIPS AND BEANS OR MUSHY PEAS
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    COMFORT FOOD

    Minimum of 25 People
    £ 12
    95 Per Head
    • SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN
    • WITH RICE AND CHIPS
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    Below we have listed some useful information which may help you at this sad time – Please note this is not an exhaustive list.

    Obtain Medical Certificate

    As soon as you can, you need to obtain a medical certificate. This is an essential step to starting the entire process. You should be able to get a hold of the medical certificate immediately. This will only be an issue if there is a coroner’s inquest. A coroner’s inquest is a legal inquiry into an unknown or unnatural cause of death. If your relative died in hospital, the hospital will give you the medical certificate. If they died at home, you should call their GP. A medical certificate doesn’t cost anything but is one of the first things you need to address.

    Register The Death

    In the first five days following your loss, you need to register the death. The only exception is if you’re in Scotland, where it’s the first eight days. To register the death, you need to go to a register office in the area where the person passed away. Make an appointment at the register office and ensure you take the medical certificate with you.

    You Will Need To Tell The Registrar The Following Information

    Full name, address, date of birth, and place of birth of the person who died. Where and when the person died. Their address most recent occupation. If they were receiving any benefits or state pension. Name, occupation and date of birth of their spouse.

    To Register A Death Take These Documents Belonging To The Deceased To The Registrars Office

    Marriage certificate, Birth certificate, Driving licence, Passport, NHS medical number or card.

    Once You Give The Information To The Registrar He/She WIll Give You:

    A green GRO21 certificate which allows burial and cremation. A certificate of Registration of Death (form BD8). You should fill out and return this form. The BD8 informs every department that uses the National Insurance number of the death. A death certificate, which you will need to buy. You need the certificate to deal with any money or property left over by your family member. If you need to, you can purchase extra certificates. If you’re making claims against pensions, savings and so on, it’s advisable to buy a few additional copies. Some organisations don’t accept photocopies.

    When Someone Dies, It Can Often Feel Like A Juggling Act. Your To-Do List Feels Never-Ending. Usually You're Making Calls And Planning The Funeral At The Same Time. Who Do You Tell First?

    Friends and family, Employer, Funeral director Home care, Health professionals, Mortgage provider/landlord, Solicitor, Utilities: broadband, TV, water, electricity, gas Financial organisations: banks and building societies, credit cards, insurance, accountants, Pension providers

    You WIll Also Need To Update Government Organisations

    The government provides a Tell Us Once service. Tell us Once lets you report a death to most government organisations at one time. When you register the death, you can find out if this service is available in your area through your registrar. If the service is available, they will give you a phone number to call and a unique reference number to use online or by phone.

    The Parties That Tell Us Once Notifies

    HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Passport Office, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), Local council, Veterans UK Link to Government website with tell us once information – TELL US ONCE

    Click here - Tell Us Once

    You May Be Entitled To A Bereavement Support Payment

    See if you qualify – apply online. Bereavement Support Application

    Click here - Bereavement Support

    You May Need To Apply For Probate And Pay Inheritance Tax Before You Can Deal With The Property, Money and Possessions (THE ESTATE) Of The Person Who Has Died.

    Click here - Probate