Gillotts Funeral Directors, Heanor
Independent family funeral directors in Heanor serving bereaved families with bespoke funeral arrangements.
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
About Us
Tracing their origin back to 1867, Gillotts Funeral Directors are an independent family funeral director in Heanor. They offer caring and compassionate funeral services to families in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, although they are also happy to conduct funerals further afield if requested.
The origins of the Heanor funeral home go back to the Second World War, when Ernest Brewin started a joiner's workshop and undertakers - at that time a common combination - on Abbott Street. His nephew Jack Gillott later bought the business from his uncle, and the business became Gillotts Funeral Service. Jack's son-in-law Anthony Topley joined him in the business, and in 1992 when Jack retired, the business merged with Eastwood & District Funeral Service, and Anthony became part of the newly formed partnership.
The team at the Heanor funeral home consists of funeral directors Anthony Topley and Helen Ellis, and Funeral Administrator Amanda Outram, who all have years of experience and will be on hand to guide you through every step of the funeral arrangement.
Gillotts Funeral Directors has its own fleet of modern and reliable Jaguar hearses and limousines, ensuring that you can travel with dignity and comfort to the funeral.
Gillotts Funeral Directors, Heanor is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a 24-hour service. Call now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.
What Families Say
AI SummaryMany families emphasize the care and compassion shown by the team throughout the funeral arrangements, describing the staff as genuinely supportive during an emotionally demanding time. Several mention how specific team members—particularly Anthony and Helen—guided them with patience and understanding, making decisions feel manageable when they otherwise felt overwhelmed.
Families consistently note that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and with dignity, with everything organized down to the smallest detail. Many describe feeling reassured by the professionalism displayed while arrangements were being made, and several comment on how the service felt personal and reflective of their loved one rather than routine.
A number of reviews highlight the accessibility and responsiveness of the team throughout the process, with families appreciating that staff answered questions promptly, accommodated unusual requests without hesitation, and made themselves available whenever needed. Several mention that communication was clear at every stage, helping them feel informed and in control during what would otherwise have been a confusing and stressful time.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
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Professional Standards
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NAFD Member
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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
Diane Whittaker 21st Sep 2026
Helen and Amanda were so helpful and supportive during a very difficult time. I cannot praise them highly enough.
Samuel Morrison 20th Sep 2026
Stress free organisation. The day went as well as could be hoped, given the occasion. Would recommend.
Stephen Thornley 17th Sep 2026
Helen and the team at Gillotts did everything we could have asked for with courtesy and sympathy in a friendly but, professional manner.