Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service

491 reviews

Independent funeral service in Stowmarket serving bereaved families with a caring, personal and professional service.

Latest Verified Reviews

Paul Pepper 25th Jun 2021

Very Good Personal Service Nothing Too Much Trouble

John Foulger 21st Jun 2021

Andrew and his team provided kind and thoughtful support throughout all the arrangements for the funeral.  

Kerry Woolnough 28th May 2021

Andrew and his team are excellent from start to finish. It's the second time my family have called on his services. Every detail was handled with the best care you could ask for. I'd definitely recommend Andrew Bingham and his fantastic team.

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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

The Nutshell,
Milton Road South
Stowmarket
Suffolk
IP14 1EZ

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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: 01449 833047

About Us

Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service was established in 2006 and is run by husband and wife team Andrew and Heidi, who are well established in the local Stowmarket community. They pride themselves on offering a caring, personal and professional service.

Andrew is a qualified embalmer and they are members of The Society of Allied Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and The British Institute of Embalmers (BIE).

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Andrew Bingham Independent funeral service can help you plan the perfect farewell. You can choose from a range of coffins, including traditional hardwood, cardboard and bespoke designs as well as an extensive range of eco-friendly coffins and caskets.

They also have a modern Mercedes ‘E’ Class hearse and a fleet of limousines, along with a Citroen Spacetourer removal vehicle which are all meticulously maintained. All of their drivers are I.A.M. (Institute of Advanced Motorists) trained.

If you are looking for something special for your loved one’s funeral, they can also organise bespoke transport such as a horse-drawn hearse, motorbike hearse, vintage lorry, VW campervan, Land Rover hearse or tractor.

Their Stowmarket funeral home is conveniently situated in the heart of Stowmarket Town Centre, adjacent to Stowmarket Registrars Office and has a private chapel of rest, which has a peaceful atmosphere and is non-denominational so it can accommodate for any faith. It also offers free parking for their clients.

Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a 24-hour telephone service. Call now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Paul Pepper 25th Jun 2021

    Very Good Personal Service
    Nothing Too Much Trouble

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Pepper, thank you for your kind words, you are most welcome
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 John Foulger 21st Jun 2021

    Andrew and his team provided kind and thoughtful support throughout all the arrangements for the funeral.  

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Foulger, it was a privilege to help at such a sad time
    regards
    Andrew and Team
  • 5 Kerry Woolnough 28th May 2021

    Andrew and his team are excellent from start to finish. It's the second time my family have called on his services. Every detail was handled with the best care you could ask for. I'd definitely recommend Andrew Bingham and his fantastic team.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Kerry thank you so much for your kind words, it was a privilege to help you and your family again
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Peter Lennard 13th May 2021

    Nothing was too much trouble and Andrew and his team were very efficient. would highly recommend them

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Lennard
    thank you very much for your kind words, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Brendan Stott 5th May 2021

    Everything went very smoothly . An excellent service throughout.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Brendan
    Thank you for your review, you are most welcome
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Rosemary Cleary 5th May 2021

    The service that Andrew Bingham provided for my father’s funeral was superb. Professional, caring and respectful, they took care of everything and there was no fuss or pressure which was very much appreciated. They made a sad day bearable and easier to get through. My whole family wish to extend their thanks.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Rosemary
    Thank you for you very kind words it is very much appreciated by us all
    Kind Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Peter Blanchard 4th May 2021

    Very professional and friendly family run business. Nothing is too much trouble fantastic service highly recommend. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Peter
    thank you for your kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Sabrina Warner 23rd Apr 2021

    Couldn't have felt more comfortable on such a hard day , everything done for my mum was perfect thankyou.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Sabrina
    i am so pleased that you felt this way, it was a privilege to help you at such a sad time
    Take care
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Simon Shield 10th Apr 2021

    Andrew and his team were very helpful, respectful and caring during the organisation of my father's funeral. It's a pleasure to deal with a local family business that charge a realistic price for a great service. Thankyou.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Shield
    Thank you for leaving such a nice review, it was a privilege to meet you and help you at this sad time
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Jill Smith 2nd Apr 2021

    We have been very pleased and relieved how Andrew Bingham services have helped us as a family organising and setting up a lovely obituary for Roger. 
    Would recommend them to anyone needing a caring and helpful and very organised when arranging a funeral. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jill
    Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely words
    Kind regards
    From us all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Vanessa Clark 2nd Apr 2021

    Andrew did my father's funeral in September 2013 and my mother and I could not have been more pleased with his services. My mother therefore requested that Andrew should do her funeral when the time came, which of course he did very recently. Nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff and they all made a difficult time easier for myself and the family for which we give them our grateful thanks.
    We would have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Vanessa
    Thank you for leaving such a lovely review, it is very much appreciated by all of us
    regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Jo Cason 31st Mar 2021

    Amazing service and so helpful

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Jo
    thank you for such kind words
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Christopher Payne 21st Mar 2021

    Andrew and his team have been extremely good throughout and highly recommend Andrew Bingham funeral services. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Payne
    Thank you very much for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Sue Smith 19th Mar 2021

    All the team are highly professional and caring.
    They made us feel looked after, guided and supported throughout every step and our Mother’s funeral was exactly what she would have wanted.
    Thank you to everyone who works with Andrew - you are a wonderful caring team.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Mrs Smith
    Thank you, i am pleased that you felt this way, your kind comments are greatly appreciated
    Andrew and team
  • 5 John Steward 7th Mar 2021

    Very professional service. Thanks for all your help. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Thank you John, it was a privilege to help with Linda's arrangements, we will miss her
    Andrew and Heidi
  • 5 Arthur Jackson 26th Feb 2021

    Andrew and his team have been everything you could wish for kind, considerate, knowledgeable and avaliable when you need them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Jackson
    Thank you for your lovely words, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Jackie Stevenson 23rd Feb 2021

    I contacted Andrew Bingham Funeral Services, and spoke to Heidi Bingham, after the sad loss of my Dad. From start to finish, they really were 1st Class, understanding, patient, helpful, compassionate and great communication throughout, at such a busy time. Andrew Bingham and his wife are lovely and I thank them all for making a sad day, such a special day. The cars, their drivers, flowers, live streaming, video memorials, really were second to none. And nothing was ever too much trouble. Thank you, we were very proud of the send off my Dad received. Jackie Stevenson

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jackie
    Thank you so much for your very kind words, it is very much appreciated by everyone. It was a privilege to help you
    regards
    Andrew and Heidi
  • 5 Barbara Ames 23rd Feb 2021

    All the details were dealt with in a practical but sympathetic way and I cannot think of anything to fault them with.  Mum and her requests were carried out with the greatest of respect and suggestions made which helped me deal with the complete process.  
    I have no hesitation at all in recommending Andrew and his team.
    Barbara Ames

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Ames
    Thank you for your very kind words, it was a privilege to help
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Charis Ward 22nd Feb 2021

    First class service. Kind and compassionate.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Charis
    it was a privilege to help
    regards
    Andrew and Heidi
  • 5 Heather and Rob Jones 16th Feb 2021

    We were more than happy with the professionalism,efficiency and compassion shown by the Andrew Bingham team.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Heather and Rob
    Thank you, it was a privilege to help looking after your father, we miss seeing him and his carers walking round the village
    regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Diane Quantrell 11th Feb 2021

    I found the funeral services of Andrew Bingham were particularly helpful, friendly and professional especially in these difficult times.
    They were always happy to answer any questions and advise me.They replied promptly to any queries I had.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Diane
    Thank you, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Molly Daffern 5th Feb 2021

    Andrew and all his team arranged dad’s funeral with dignity and respect. They showed such compassion and understanding as they looked after our wonderful dad, and all our family and friends, throughout the day.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Daffern
    Thank you for your kind words, you are most welcome.
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Keith Cobbold 26th Jan 2021

    It was always going to be a difficult day, especially with the covid situation, but I have to say that Andrew and his team did us proud, and everything went perfectly from start to finish. You will struggle to find another Company to match the service we were given, let alone beat it! Thank you Andrew!!!

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Keith
    thank you for your lovely review, it is very much appreciated and a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Allison Copper 23rd Jan 2021

    Excellent service from Andrew Bingham and his family run company. Professional and still sensitive to our loss.cannot thank them enough for everything.
    Allison copper

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Allison
    thank you for your lovely words, it is very much appreciated
    Reagrds
    Andrew and Team
  • 5 Joseph Kirby 2nd Jan 2021

    My dad and myself had never organised a funeral before but Andrew made it easier and not so scary, thank you

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Joseph
    i am pleased that it was not so scary for you
    Regards
    Andrew

Address
The Nutshell,
Milton Road South
Stowmarket
Suffolk
IP14 1EZ

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Paul Pepper 25th Jun 2021

Very Good Personal Service Nothing Too Much Trouble

John Foulger 21st Jun 2021

Andrew and his team provided kind and thoughtful support throughout all the arrangements for the funeral.  

Kerry Woolnough 28th May 2021

Andrew and his team are excellent from start to finish. It's the second time my family have called on his services. Every detail was handled with the best care you could ask for. I'd definitely recommend Andrew Bingham and his fantastic team.

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