Our Funeral Services
Arranging a Funeral
We know that arranging a funeral can feel overwhelming, especially after the loss of a loved one. That’s why we do everything we can to make the process as straight-forward and stress-free as possible.
Gloucestershire Funeral Services you can rely on
We offer funeral services in Gloucestershire from our four branches in Cheltenham, Bishop’s Cleeve, Tewkesbury and Winchcombe, but our funeral services are available anywhere in the country.
Our Bespoke Funeral package is tailor-made to your wishes and includes arrangements for either Burial or Cremation. We also offer Eco-Friendly Funeral services as well as Direct Cremation.
Whether you are looking for a Cheltenham funeral service or somewhere further afield, our compassionate and caring staff will guide you through all stages of the process.
What’s included in our funeral services
It is important to us that we provide a funeral that takes into consideration your wishes and, where appropriate, the wishes of the deceased. Together we will go through all the necessary arrangements step by step, to ensure that every detail is just as it should be.
Some of our funeral service duties may include:
In person arrangements
- Personal meetings to receive instructions and discuss arrangements
- Liaison and confirmation of arrangements with clergy, church, cemetery or crematorium
- Completing and forwarding legal documentation to the appropriate authority
- Arranging for the completion of medical certificates for cremation
- Insertion of any press announcements
- Arranging for the production of service sheets
- Arranging for the purchase and preparation of the grave
- Preparation and retention of confidential files regarding funeral arrangements for those who wish to make enquiries in advance
- Retaining detailed records of each funeral for future reference by the family if required
Bespoke funerals to suit you
When it comes to our funeral services, anything is possible. We understand that everything needs to be just right and will make sure the arrangements are just as you want them.
Practical arrangements
- Arranging for the conveyance of the deceased to our premises any time of the day or night
- Providing transport to the Registrar if required
- Care and preparation of the deceased
- Supply and fitting of the coffin or casket
- Supply of the necessary bearers
- Arranging for the removal of the memorial stone for a burial (if applicable)
- Provision of the hearse and limousines as required
- Arranging for the dispersal or interment of cremated remains
Assistance and advice
- Advice on the selection of suitable hymns, music and readings
- Liaison with the Police and Coroner where necessary
- Assistance and advice on claiming from the Social Fund
- Arranging for catering either at home or elsewhere
- Assistance in ordering and the receipt and care of floral tributes
- Receipt, listing and distribution of charitable donations
- Provision of attendance cards for mourners to complete
- Advice on the redemption of insurance policies
On the day arrangements
- Professional attendance and supervision throughout the funeral
- Provision of the hearse and limousines as required
- Payment of all fees and disbursements relating to the funeral
Experience you can trust
We are full members of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and The National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF).
Frequently Asked Questions
If you would like to know more about our Funeral Services and the options available, please speak to one of our helpful and supportive team.
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A cremation can work out more cost-effective than a burial as there are fewer associated costs but an unattended cremation is perhaps the most cost-effective funeral; take a look at our Direct Cremation page for prices. Or, take a look at our new In-House Ceremony that offers the convenience and cost-effectiveness of a Direct Cremation but also gives you the chance to say your goodbyes in a personal and intimate venue.
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Where you scatter the ashes after a cremation is largely down to personal choice. Some people choose to scatter ashes in the Garden of Remembrance that are often found at the crematorium, while others follow the funeral service with an interment some weeks later. Or you might prefer to scatter the ashes at a location that was close to your family and your loved one. Whatever you decide, it is important that you don’t rush into a decision.
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A cremation can be considered to be an eco-friendly type of funeral as there is no burial, which means less impact on the environment. However, there are other environmental costs associated with cremations which you might consider, such as whether the crematorium uses green energy in its proceedings.
