H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington

60 reviews

H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Newington and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Latest Verified Reviews

Isobel Dickson 6th Jun 2022

The family were very pleased with the care professionalism and guidance they showed with our Mums funeral , it was much appreciated .Thankyou.

Paul Eddington 30th May 2022

Professional, compassionate and very helpful in all my enquiries and requests. Nothing appeared to be a problem to them.

Wayne Hendry 29th May 2022

This was my first experience arranging a funeral, and Claire from Newington Edinburgh harkess was extremely helpful kind and patien, nothing was an issue and she easy to talk to. The funeral went just as I planned, they made it easy.

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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

77 South Clerk Street
Newington
Edinburgh
EH8 9PP

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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: 0131 381 0089

About Us

H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Edinburgh. 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, H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington 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 Newington 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 Newington, H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington 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, H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington in Edinburgh 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 H & W Harkess Funeralcare, Newington 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 Isobel Dickson 6th Jun 2022

    The family were very pleased with the care professionalism and guidance they showed with our Mums funeral , it was much appreciated .Thankyou.

  • 5 Paul Eddington 30th May 2022

    Professional, compassionate and very helpful in all my enquiries and requests. Nothing appeared to be a problem to them.

  • 5 Wayne Hendry 29th May 2022

    This was my first experience arranging a funeral, and Claire from Newington Edinburgh harkess was extremely helpful kind and patien, nothing was an issue and she easy to talk to. The funeral went just as I planned, they made it easy.

  • 5 Anne Scott 23rd May 2022

    I would like to thank Clair very much for her professionalism and compassionate nature. Her support was excellent and she is clearly experienced and knows how to talk and explain things in what is a difficult situation. Thank you.

  • 5 Maureen Baker 23rd May 2022

    Clair is such a sensitive professional She is an excellent communicator and put us at ease over the telephone and when meeting face to face She listens well and respects the wishes of families making everyone feel relaxed at such a difficult time Thank you so much Clair
    Grace Jane Moran's family

  • 5 Lindsey McIntosh 16th May 2022

    Can not thank the staff enough for everything they done for our dad and our family at a very difficult time. 
    They were so supportive and nothing was too much to ask. The level of service was exceptional right down to the smallest details. 
    That is why we have always chosen Harkess to care for our family each time we have faced this unbearable situation. 
    Thank you to you all. 

  • 4 Elaine Beveridge 16th May 2022

    Initial call was informative but was told don't call us we will call you.After a week and a half I had to call as I was stressed out not knowing anything and have no idea when someone would have phoned me I intended to ask this when I was seen but did not think it was the time or place for me to air my views on the day so let it go but not good.

  • 5 Janet Hoy 12th May 2022

    Very helpful throughout and the day couldn't have gone better.

  • 5 Margaret Barclay 20th Apr 2022

    The girls done me proud on the passing of my dear friend. their time and the length thay gave to prepare the funeral was just excellent.thank you so much it was appreciated.

  • 5 Jacqueline Leith 20th Apr 2022

    Everyone was so caring and helpful and looked after myself and my family and my mum looked lovely and David done my mum proud with his service thank you

  • 5 Sarah Dawson 12th Apr 2022

    Clair guided us through all of the procedures very sensitively and made sure that we were happy with every decision made. She was kind and considerate throughout and the end result was the memorable funeral service that we had envisaged. Highly recommended.

  • 5 Jacqueline Thomson 4th Apr 2022

    My family over the years have used Harkess for their funerals. First class service from the Team; especially Clair who is very professional and exudes a lot of warmth and caring; kept us informed of all steps along the way and very helpful

  • 5 Scott Cockburn 25th Mar 2022

    From the beginning Claire kept in touch while my late father in morgue. Organising the funeral to the big day was faultless. My thanks to everyone involved but special thanks to Claire from start to finish was wonderful. 
    Thanks from all my family in what was a sad but celebratory day 
    Scott 

  • 5 Helen Mainland 21st Feb 2022

    Very professional, caring and understanding. Could not fault. Claire was simply the most lovely competent  compassionate professional person who did her utmost to help and  support me nothing phased her or the team who provided the most beautiful send off on the day 

  • 5 Jacqueline Davies 20th Feb 2022

    Clair and Andrew were very helpful during a very difficult time.

  • 5 David King 9th Feb 2022

    Clair and Andrew gave us excellent service. They guided us through all aspects of the arrangements with the utmost care and compassion. We greatly appreciate their support and kindness.

  • 5 Angela Wilkinson 7th Feb 2022

    Excellent, sympathetic and helpful service received.

  • 5 Tracy Mahon 17th Jan 2022

    The service provided from H&W Harkess was second to none. 
    At such a difficult time they were there to guide and advise us on what to do and when. All done remotely saving me a lengthy trip to do it in person. 

  • 5 Callum Percy 17th Jan 2022

    Clair and her colleagues at H&W Harkess provided a sympathetic and very professional service for our aunt’s funeral during what was a very difficult time for us all.

    Nothing was too much trouble and we very much appreciated the effort and thought that went in to making the day run so smoothly.

  • 5 Charles Stewart - Roper 7th Jan 2022

    The staff that I worked with - Mhairi and Clair - were excellent throughout making arrangements, striking exactly the right balance between the practical and being friendly and sensitive. All arrangements worked smoothly, with no stress or concern.

  • 5 Lamond Calderwood 29th Dec 2021

    Great work by girls thank you xx

  • 5 Peter Cooney 20th Dec 2021

    No problems. All very smooth and professional.

  • 5 Thomas Patrick McGrath 29th Nov 2021

    Really friendly, put us at ease in funeral planning, very helpful, always kept in touch to check bc and discuss arrangements and initial thoughts, made contact after funeral of my mum to make sure we were all ok. Such a lovely touch. Big thanks to Clair and drivers on the day

  • 5 Fiona Allan 3rd Aug 2021

    Clair looked after us really well and I was impressed by the attention to detail! It’s a hard time and a calm professional approach is what is needed.

  • 5 Paul Charles 2nd Aug 2021

    The service we received from Harkess was professional and sensitive. Particularly Claire and Stuart made our difficult time, smooth and easy. I am so glad that Harkess were there for us. I would have no hesitation in recommending them. 

Address
77 South Clerk Street
Newington
Edinburgh
EH8 9PP

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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

Isobel Dickson 6th Jun 2022

The family were very pleased with the care professionalism and guidance they showed with our Mums funeral , it was much appreciated .Thankyou.

Paul Eddington 30th May 2022

Professional, compassionate and very helpful in all my enquiries and requests. Nothing appeared to be a problem to them.

Wayne Hendry 29th May 2022

This was my first experience arranging a funeral, and Claire from Newington Edinburgh harkess was extremely helpful kind and patien, nothing was an issue and she easy to talk to. The funeral went just as I planned, they made it easy.

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