Colchester Funeralcare

Name: Colchester Funeralcare
Address: 12a St Johns Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0JW, United Kingdom
Telephone: 01206 237385
Rating: 5

69 reviews

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01206 237385

Standard Simple Funeral

Service includes:

This is what Co-op Funeralcare offer as part of their Simple Funeral:

They will remove your loved one from their place of death into their care within a 50 mile radius
If death occurs out of normal working hours, at home or in a care home, they will remove your loved one into their care, out of hours, at no extra cost
They will prepare, care for and dress your loved one in a gown to match the interior of their Basic Coffin
Your loved one will rest in their mortuary facility, or if required, a private rest room in their funeral home
You’ll be able to visit your loved one during normal working hours at no additional charge
They will transport your loved one from the funeral home to the crematorium or burial site in a ceremonial vehicle of their choice
On the day of the funeral, a wheeled bier will be used or the family can bear the coffin
They will make all necessary arrangements for a dignified funeral
Your funeral director will be there at the funeral to support and guide you through the funeral

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Peter Knight 18th Jul 2022

All round excellent service

Jeremy Spake 11th Jul 2022

The team were very helpful making the experience trouble free which at a time of loss is so important. Both the Arranger and Director were attentive to the families needs - Thank you

Joan Irene Mumford 11th Jul 2022

Jade and Jakki were very kind and helpful and made the whole procedure easy to cope with.

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Funeral Services

Traditional burial
Simple funeral
Traditional cremation
Home visit
On-site parking
Chapel of rest

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

12a St Johns Road
Colchester
Essex
CO4 0JW

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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: 01206 237385

About Us

Colchester Funeralcare is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Essex. 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, Colchester Funeralcare 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 Colchester 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 Colchester, Colchester Funeralcare 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, Colchester Funeralcare in Essex 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 Colchester Funeralcare 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.

5 Peter Knight 18th Jul 2022

All round excellent service
4 Jeremy Spake 11th Jul 2022

The team were very helpful making the experience trouble free which at a time of loss is so important. Both the Arranger and Director were attentive to the families needs - Thank you
5 Joan Irene Mumford 11th Jul 2022

Jade and Jakki were very kind and helpful and made the whole procedure easy to cope with.
5 Sue Ashley 5th Jul 2022

Everyone I had dealings with were kind, caring, understanding, knowledgeable & professional.
On the day the celebrant & Director were kind & made everything run smoothly.
Thank you for all you assistance at this difficult time
Sue Ashley
4 Richard Lunan 20th Jun 2022

Very sympathetic looked after us
5 Susan Read 10th Jun 2022

I was very happy with everything.
5 Jeffery Kinder 30th May 2022

Everything was done perfectly. The Colchester rep. Jade understood what I wanted and provided a supportive process from beginning to end. I made a few unusual requests and these were responded to with sympathy and understanding. I was the bereaved husband and needed and received the total support I required.
5 Stephen Smithson 16th May 2022

Colchester Funeralcare St John's Road were so professional and very warm in sorting the service. I highly recommend them for your needs.
5 Jackie Barrell 16th May 2022

We were all very pleased with how it all went.very well organised
5 Kay Selfe 12th Apr 2022

Very caring and courteous staff. The service went smoothly and was lovely. A very professional service.
4 Wendy Knight 28th Mar 2022

They did a very good service I would recommend them to anyone the service was beautiful
5 Robert Elvin 1st Mar 2022

Excellent first class service carried out with the upmost respect.
5 Dolores Amstad 7th Feb 2022

So happy with the service they provided. Very friendly and helpful staff which helped to make such a harrowing and sad time, easier.
5 Janice Lydia Thomas 25th Jan 2022

Jade and Jakki of Coop Funeralcare, 12a St Johns Rd, Colchester have been very professional, caring and helped us immensely through a very sad and difficult time with the passing of my father, but it was made so much easier with the kindness and help given to us guiding us through the process of planning a funeral, keeping us informed and helping every step of the way.

Once again, thank you Jade and Jakki for all the support, kindness and guidance given to us.

kind regards from Janice and Gary Thomas
5 Margaret Cook 24th Jan 2022

Very helpful and compassionate. Did everything that was requested and very efficient.
5 Leslie Denzil Elliott 24th Jan 2022

Thank you was so easy
5 Doris Abrey 24th Jan 2022

All the family and our friends said what a wonderful service it was for Richard. Steve Swain made it all the more special with a very fitting and poinient tribute. Mark and his team were caring and professional.
5 Jo Donoghue 4th Jan 2022

What an exultant service thankyou so much to everyone involved and jade was wonderful with all the arrangements
5 Adrian Brian Bailey 20th Dec 2021

Brilliant from start to finish

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a funeral from Colchester Funeralcare cost?

A Standard Simple Funeral from Colchester Funeralcare costs approximately £3,567. This consists of professional fees of £2,265, cremation fees of £1,020, a celebrant estimated at £200 and doctors fees of £82. For more information, visit our funeral pricing guide.

Do Colchester Funeralcare have good reviews?

Colchester Funeralcare has 69 reviews with an average rating of 5.0. The most recent review was left on 31st Mar 2024. You can read more reviews of Colchester Funeralcare here.

Is there on-site parking available at Colchester Funeralcare?

Yes, Colchester Funeralcare does have on-site parking. To check if there will be space, you should phone the home on 01206 237385.

Does Colchester Funeralcare have a chapel of rest?

Yes, Colchester Funeralcare has a chapel of rest. You should contact the home if you wish to arrange a viewing of your loved one.

Call 24 hours: 01206 237385