Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar

98 reviews

Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Forfar and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

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Catriona Turner 23rd Mar 2024

Alexander Bain Funeralcare organised the funeral of my mother in a very professional way. From our first contact all staff were friendly, respectful and considerate. Every detail was considered. Mum’s funeral took place 100 miles away from where she died and we live. This was made so straightforward as Collette from Alexander Bain contacted the church, cemetery, florist and the local undertakers to make all the arrangements on our behalf. Collette was in contact often to keep us up to date and reassure us that all arrangements had been made and check in on how we were doing. Everything went perfectly on the day and we were very impressed with the service and consideration we received from the Forfar and East Kilbride representatives. Many thanks.

Mary Rennie 12th Mar 2024

Excellent service professional staff. Faultless.Collette deserves a special mention for sharing her knowledge and making us so comfortable

Janet McFarlane 11th Mar 2024

Coldn't be more helpful. Made the process very easy at a very dificult time

Reviews

Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

28-30 West High Street
Forfar
Angus
DD8 1BA

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01307 498221

About Us

Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Angus. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Forfar funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Forfar, Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar in Angus is open from 09:00 - 17:00. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Alexander Bain Funeralcare, Forfar today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Catriona Turner 23rd Mar 2024

    Alexander Bain Funeralcare organised the funeral of my mother in a very professional way. From our first contact all staff were friendly, respectful and considerate. Every detail was considered.
    Mum’s funeral took place 100 miles away from where she died and we live. This was made so straightforward as Collette from Alexander Bain contacted the church, cemetery, florist and the local undertakers to make all the arrangements on our behalf. Collette was in contact often to keep us up to date and reassure us that all arrangements had been made and check in on how we were doing.
    Everything went perfectly on the day and we were very impressed with the service and consideration we received from the Forfar and East Kilbride representatives.
    Many thanks.

  • 5 Mary Rennie 12th Mar 2024

    Excellent service professional staff. Faultless.Collette deserves a special mention for sharing her knowledge and making us so comfortable

  • 5 Janet McFarlane 11th Mar 2024

    Coldn't be more helpful. Made the process very easy at a very dificult time

  • 5 Derek Stewart 11th Mar 2024

    The team at Alexander Bain were extremely helpful and professional throughout. They were compassionate and thoughtful and made a difficult time easier. 

  • 5 Katheryn Diplexcito 27th Feb 2024

    Could not fault the service given during the loss of my mum. From beginning to end the support was more than the family could have wished for. Daily contact helped keep us up to date with progress and lessened the pain we were all feeling at the time.

  • 5 John Cameron 17th Feb 2024

    A very considerate and compassionate service provided by Colette of the Forfar branch. Recommended 

  • 5 Mike Pate 12th Feb 2024

    Very professional and compassionate group of people.
    Many thanks to all. 

  • 5 Clark Low 12th Feb 2024

    We were very pleased with the service provided. All staff were very professional, compassionate and helpful. They ensured all aspects of the process ran extremely smoothly. 

  • 5 Heather Bell 29th Jan 2024

    Thank you for all your help. Staff amazing and so understanding.Everything went as expected.

  • 5 Linda Stewart 29th Jan 2024

    Very professional and caring

  • 5 Frances Baillie 22nd Jan 2024

    From the moment my sister and I met Mike Hattle the Funeral Director, we knew that we were in very capable hands. He very skilfully guided us through the different stages that take place during a funeral (in our mum’s case a cremation).
    On the day itself, I and my sisters travelled in a beautiful limousine,following the hearse in which mum was travelling, to Parkgrove Crematorium.
      The Celebration of our mum’s life was superbly portrayed by the celebrant, Darren Handy, recommended to us by Mike Hattle.
    All in all, it was a marvellous send off for our mum!

  • 5 Steven Christie 22nd Jan 2024

    I am so glad that I was guided through all the up front requirements by Collette, thank you. The service and funeral all went exceptionally well and we were made to feel at ease through the whole process, thank you all again. 

  • 5 Lorna McColl 22nd Jan 2024

    Alexander Bains funeral services was exceptional. Right from the moment we got in contact with them. The quality of care and support we received was high standard. Michael and Colette were both very supportive and a rock to me, as we were grieving the lost of our father.

  • 5 Douglas Johnston 7th Jan 2024

    The compassion and professionalism shown to us throughout the process was very much appreciated. Thank you!

  • 5 Arron Roebuck 2nd Jan 2024

    Excellent throughout the process. Thank you for your guidance and care.

  • 5 Kath Hargreaves 18th Dec 2023

    Excellent service and everything met our expectations .. A special thank you to Collette who kept us well informed and made our difficult time so much easier with her professionalism.

  • 5 George Walker 11th Dec 2023

    Very efficient, caring and chased up loose ends that were holding up the proceedings! Couldn’t recommend enough 

  • 5 Eleanor Russell 5th Dec 2023

    Collette, Michael,along with all the team, made a very traumatic time easier to cope with. Very pleased how they supported us with David’s final journey. 

  • 5 Angela Allen 27th Nov 2023

    The staff at Alexander Bain in forfar could not have been nicer and took care of everything making the day of the funeral go very smoothly

  • 5 Susan Johnston 22nd Nov 2023

    We experienced the most empathetic and wonderful service. In particular Collette who was so kind, professional, caring in what was a difficult situation we found ourselves in. She intervened unselfishly in getting answers for us. She went out of her way absolutely went more than the extra mile. Our family is ever grateful to her. An outstanding asset to your business. Highly recommend her and your Forar branch. Thank you 

  • 5 Linda Robb 13th Nov 2023

    Kind , supportive and compassionate and very helpful at a sad time . 

  • 5 Phyllis Reid 8th Nov 2023

    very good service,and kept us informed with the proceedings

  • 5 David Hogg 8th Nov 2023

    Very helpful at a time that professionalism an expert advice was much appreciated.

  • 5 Wendy White 28th Sep 2023

    Excellent service from everyone.

  • 5 Heather Jones 26th Sep 2023

    Alexander Bain are fantastic. They take all the stress out of what is a highly emotional Time and are kind, caring and compassionate throughout the process from start to finish.

    I cannot thank them enough for what they did to help me when my much loved mother passed away suddenly.

    I would definitely recommend using Alexander Bain if you lose a loved one with hesitation.

Address
28-30 West High Street
Forfar
Angus
DD8 1BA

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Catriona Turner 23rd Mar 2024

Alexander Bain Funeralcare organised the funeral of my mother in a very professional way. From our first contact all staff were friendly, respectful and considerate. Every detail was considered. Mum’s funeral took place 100 miles away from where she died and we live. This was made so straightforward as Collette from Alexander Bain contacted the church, cemetery, florist and the local undertakers to make all the arrangements on our behalf. Collette was in contact often to keep us up to date and reassure us that all arrangements had been made and check in on how we were doing. Everything went perfectly on the day and we were very impressed with the service and consideration we received from the Forfar and East Kilbride representatives. Many thanks.

Mary Rennie 12th Mar 2024

Excellent service professional staff. Faultless.Collette deserves a special mention for sharing her knowledge and making us so comfortable

Janet McFarlane 11th Mar 2024

Coldn't be more helpful. Made the process very easy at a very dificult time

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