Hayley Owen Funeral Services York

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An independent funeral director in York who offer caring support while helping bereaved families arrange a meaningful funeral.

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

169 - 171 Boroughbridge Rd
Acomb
York
YO26 6AN

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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

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.

    What they do

    • Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
    • Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
    • Provides funeral training and professional qualifications

About Us

Hayley Owen Funeral Directors in York, are a highly qualified and caring funeral directors serving the local community in and around Yorkshire. Their compassionate team of professionals are available round the clock with help and advice, whether the family wants a religious or non-religious funeral.

Hayley Owen and her team offer a range of services, from a traditional burial or simple cremation service to green funerals or a burial at sea. They are happy to support families organise a bespoke funeral service that are reflect their loved one’s wishes.

They offer the option of home visits so that families may discuss funeral arrangements in the comfort of their homes. Also on offer are their prestigious fleet of vintage Jaguar which can be used as funeral transport.

A typical funeral with Hayley Owen will include the collection and care of the person who has died, liaising with third parties, a classic Jaguar hearse and a handmade coffin. Other funeral transport options include horse drawn carriage, motorcycle sidecar hearse, matching Jaguar limousines or a vintage tractor or trailer.

The York-based funeral directors have a tranquil Chapel of Rest which can be used by the family or friends to grieve or reflect on the memory of their loved one. Other services include an in-house embalming service, bereavement counselling and repatriation.

The team are available 24/7 to guide bereaved families and provide caring support during a difficult time. Call Hayley Owen Funeral Directors for more information on various options or to arrange a memorable funeral service for your loved one.

What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families mention the personal care they received throughout the funeral arrangements, describing staff who listened carefully to their wishes, offered considerate guidance without pressure, and treated both the deceased and grieving relatives with genuine compassion and respect.

Several describe how communication was handled well, with staff keeping them informed at each stage, responding promptly to calls and messages, and being readily available to answer questions or discuss changes, which helped families feel supported during a confusing time.

A number of reviews note that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and as planned, and that staff continued to be attentive and professional on the day, which families found reassuring and comforting when they were most vulnerable.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Christine Sowter 29th Dec 2021

    Hayley Owen Funeral Services carried out all arrangements for our Mum’s funeral, with care and sensitivity . They are a friendly , approachable and highly professional  team . 

  • 5 Natalie Muir 29th Dec 2021

    I honestly couldn’t of wished for a better service in what was a terrible time for me … I was completely dumbfounded at what I needed to be doing but hayley and the team walked me through it and were so lovely couldn’t recommend enough

  • 5 Toni Robson 20th Dec 2021

    Hayley and her team were professional and helpful from the start. Dad's funeral was conducted extremely well and with the upmost respect. Hayley and the team made what was a difficult day that much more bearable.

  • 5 Sarah Kendra 20th Dec 2021

    Choosing a funeral directors was a difficult decision for us as a family and with a limited budget we didn't want to make any mistakes, however after contacting a few other companies we choose Hayley Owen and what a perfect decision that turned out to be. From the initial consultation and ceremony itself everything was handled with such perfection and respect, their staff are well-dressed courteous, sympathetic and knowledgeable, nothing was a problem everything went like clockwork and our family and friends commented on a wonderful send off and ceremony.

  • 5 Jo Stone 20th Dec 2021

    Hayley & her team are outstanding. They have gone above and beyond when providing their services for my late father, nephew & more recently my brother. As soon as you walk into Hayley’s they instantly make you feel at ease. They hold a special place in mine & my families heart for all the care, love & support they have repeatedly shown us at the most difficult times. Thank you will never be enough. 

  • 5 Rosalind Tait 19th Dec 2021

    The team at Hayley Owen were really excellent, supportive and made the whole process easy. Nothing was too much trouble, they gave us all the time we needed to make decisions and talk through what we wanted in an unhurried way. Our whole family valued their support at a difficult time.

  • 5 Carole Dickson 14th Dec 2021

    We would like to thank Haley Owen and Patience for the service we received from them for Ron’s  funeral. ( my dad)
    They helped my sisters, daughter and myself through the entire process having no experience of organising a funeral before.
    They explained each step and guided us through without any pressure, making sure we were all happy with our choices from flowers to order of service cards.
    It was a personal and fitting send off for Ron .
    Thank you 

  • 5 Rob Hardgrave 13th Dec 2021

    At the saddest and most difficult of times, Hayley and her team were simply wonderful; they showed great care and sensitivity and the family thank them greatly.

  • 5 Deborah Jones 7th Dec 2021

    I was very touched by the compassionate ,caring way that Hayley Owen , and it’s absolutely wonderful staff helped me through my brother’s funeral arrangements . They were there if I had any query or difficulty . I felt really supported at such a sad time .
    I thoroughly recommend them ,they are EXCELLENT!!

  • 5 john sheriff 6th Dec 2021

    Excellent service could not be more help full … 

  • 5 Steven Wales 23rd Nov 2021

    Hayley Owen and team have provided an excellent service for our family in under taking mums funeral arrangements!  Hayley is very professional and took care of all our concerns,  it was not something I am familiar with but Hayley made everything easy and straight forward taking care of all the details!  Many thanks Hayley and team for making a difficult time much easier!  👍

  • 5 Emma Milton 23rd Nov 2021

    Really helpful throughout. Ensured I was kept up to date at all times. Anything I needed or was unsure of Hayley and her team were there. They made the whole process smooth and dignified. I cant thank them all enough for all their hard work and help with the organising and arranging. Thankyou again Hayley.

  • 5 Paul Dodsworth 23rd Nov 2021

    Hayley Owen and her team looked after my father after passing and did an excellent job good communication all round thank you very much 

  • 5 Peter Jones 22nd Nov 2021

    I can only praise to the highest extent, and thank Hayley for helping me with my mother’s funeral.  From the first conversation with Hayley and the team, on the day, their gentle, kind, understanding, supportive and professional role and work has been truly outstanding and exceptional.  Having planned funerals with others in the past, this way is the way all funeral directors should operate.

  • 5 Sarah Kendra 22nd Nov 2021

    I was very pleased with the services I received from hayley owen, The staff was was very efficient and communicated with me in a kind and caring manner and ensured  that everything happened in the way we wished.

  • 5 Sarah Kendra 22nd Nov 2021

    I'm forever grateful for the service provided during such a difficult time.

    In particular I'd really like to thank Dave & Hayley .both were available for all my questions throughout and despite most of the arrangements taking place via phone provided a thoughtful, patient and personal service.

    provided such a great service that it was easy for me to lean on their recommendation for other services such as florists

    Most importantly the service provided on the day by the whole team was faultless, and helped us give my mum the tribute she deserved.

  • 5 John Crossley 20th Nov 2021

    From first contacting them, on Saturday afternoon! Everything was taken care of right through to the end. Fantastic service from start to finish. We'll done.

  • 5 Barry Orp 16th Nov 2021

    Excellent service , all round . 5 star review... thoroughly recommended ...

  • 5 Rose Shirbon 12th Nov 2021

    Simply the best so kind and caring 

  • 5 Philip Taylor 12th Nov 2021

    Outstanding, made me and my partner feel so welcoming, very professional, we knew we was in safe hands, everything about you was so touching throughout, hayley I could see you really do care, it’s not just a job to you, we can’t thank you enough for making this whole experience the best you could, it’s been a very difficult time for us, so I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart

  • 5 Pam Heydecke 12th Nov 2021

    Hayley and her team provided the perfect send off for my partner. Everything that we asked for was provided, and Hayley is such a lovely person. You know you can trust her, and her team.

    I highly recommend them.

  • 5 Sue Ord 10th Nov 2021

    We received an excellent service from Hayley and her team.

    Every step, from the initial contact the planning and funeral service, was carried out with empathy and a personal touch that helped us through a very difficult time.

  • 5 Sandra Bruce 10th Nov 2021

    Hayley Owen was very helpful and sympathetic very thorough and very well organised .brilliant ,I couldn't ask for a better service thank you.

  • 5 Sue Tate 10th Nov 2021

    Wonderful professional service and could not have been any better. Very caring team and would highly recommend. Everything was accurate and lovely premises. 

  • 5 Sandra Cornwell 8th Nov 2021

    Everything was handled brilliantly and with compassion and sensitivity. Hayley was very easy to talk to and guided us through all that we had to do. I have no hesitation in recommending Hayley and her team.

Address
169 - 171 Boroughbridge Rd
Acomb
York
YO26 6AN

Open map

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

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.

    What they do

    • Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
    • Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
    • Provides funeral training and professional qualifications

Latest Verified Reviews

Christine Sowter 29th Dec 2021

Hayley Owen Funeral Services carried out all arrangements for our Mum’s funeral, with care and sensitivity . They are a friendly , approachable and highly professional  team . 

Natalie Muir 29th Dec 2021

I honestly couldn’t of wished for a better service in what was a terrible time for me … I was completely dumbfounded at what I needed to be doing but hayley and the team walked me through it and were so lovely couldn’t recommend enough

Toni Robson 20th Dec 2021

Hayley and her team were professional and helpful from the start. Dad's funeral was conducted extremely well and with the upmost respect. Hayley and the team made what was a difficult day that much more bearable.

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