Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Debbie Cook 29th Jun 2025

Andrew and his team provide an excellent service, acting with sympathy and discretion. My dear dad was given the special goodbye that he deserved.

Penny Sutton 24th Jun 2025

 Andrew Bingham and his staff have been very supportive, sympathetic and helpful during this difficult time. I do not hesitate in recommending them fully. Thank you Andrew. What a wonderful and respectful send off you provided for my husband. 

Johanna Tavernor 23rd Jun 2025

Sam looked after the whole family superbly. We fully appreciated their genuine respect and care throughout the whole process. They were very sensitive to our needs and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. Will happily recommend the company to anyone looking for a funeral director.

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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

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

  • 5 Debbie Cook 29th Jun 2025

    Andrew and his team provide an excellent service, acting with sympathy and discretion. My dear dad was given the special goodbye that he deserved.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Debbie
    it was a privilege to help you and your family at this difficult time, i am pleased that we were able to give your dad a special goodbye
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Penny Sutton 24th Jun 2025

     Andrew Bingham and his staff have been very supportive, sympathetic and helpful during this difficult time. I do not hesitate in recommending them fully. Thank you Andrew. What a wonderful and respectful send off you provided for my husband. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Sutton
    We are so pleased to have helped you at this difficult time, your kind words are very much appreciated
    Kind Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Johanna Tavernor 23rd Jun 2025

    Sam looked after the whole family superbly. We fully appreciated their genuine respect and care throughout the whole process. They were very sensitive to our needs and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. Will happily recommend the company to anyone looking for a funeral director.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Johanna
    Thank you for such lovely words, it really is very much appreciated, Thank. It was a privilege to help you
    Kind regards
    Sam and team
  • 5 Patricia Rose 16th Jun 2025

    Sam was absolutely fantastic. Everyone there were so kind and courteous, I cannot thank them enough.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Rose
    Thank you, you are very kind and you are most Welcome
    Kind regards
    Sam and colleagues
  • 5 Carron Bell 13th Jun 2025

    Once again Andrew Bingham has provided a kind, compassionate, caring and efficient service. They make everything seem easy and stress free at a time when emotions are running high. I would highly recommend them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Carron
    Thank you, i am so pleased that were able to make things a little easier and less stressful for you, your very kind words are much appreciated by all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Jacqui Moul 3rd Jun 2025

    I would just like to say the biggest Thank you to everyone at Andrew Bingham especially Bev, Andrew, Heidi and Becky, who went above and beyond to ensure my husband had the best send off.
    Their attention to detail is done with the utmost professionalism but in the most caring and reassuring way. 
    Nothing is too much, and they strive to source the things that maybe they don’t stock like a Landrover defender as the hearse, which by the way was fantastic! 
    I can’t thank you all enough for making such an unbearable day so beautiful. 
    All the comments I received included ‘it was the best funeral I’ve ever been too’ and I totally agree. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jacqui
    You are very kind and your lovely words are most appreciated, the Land Rover Hearse looked amazing.
    Kind Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Elizabeth Beer 2nd Jun 2025

    Andrew and team were excellent, so helpful and kind from start to finish. Nothing was too much trouble. Can definitely recommend. Very professional but with a personal approach. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Elizabeth
    Thank you, it was very much a privilege to help you and your family
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Paul Marshall 26th May 2025

    At all times I was treated with courtesy and respect

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Marshall
    Thank you it was a real privilege to help
    from all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 David Walker 25th May 2025

    Andrew Bingham and his team were fantastic from the first meeting right through to the day of the Funeral, I couldn’t recommend them highly enough enough, first class 👌

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear David
    Thank you, your kind words are most appreciated, it was a real tribute to your dad with the amount of people in attendance
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Wendy Button 22nd May 2025

    I would like to thank you so much for everything you done for my mums funeral you took care of everything and made it so much more easier for us during this sad time. You were very helpful and friendly and you kept us up to date and organised everything for us. It was nice we could do everything with you like flowers and order of service which saved us a lot of hassle. On the day everything was really organised and the people who helped you were lovely, please thank them for me. We were extremely thankful for all your hard work and would 100% recommend your service. You gave a very professional but also caring service. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Wendy
    Thank you for your very kind words, you are very welcome, it was a privilege to help
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Loretta Bruce 17th May 2025

    Andrew Bingham looked after my father and mother wonderfully. Professional and courteous from the very start I would not hesitate in recommending Andrew and his team for a superb service.
    Loretta Bruce

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Bruce
    It has been a privilege to help you and your family again, your kind words are very much appreciated,
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Amanda Maton 17th May 2025

    Kind, compassionate, and well organised. Good attention to details. Friendly voice at the other end of the line whenever any question came up to ask. Excellent all round.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Amanda
    Thank you for your kind words, it is most appreciated by all,
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Stephen Langford 16th May 2025

    At a time where nothing seems to make sense Andrew Bingham and the whole team took control of the situation and provided help and assistance at every stage of the process.
    They were always respectful, polite and understanding but above all provided unwavering support to me and my family. A service that has been so welcomed.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Langford
    thank you, it has been a privilege to help and i am very pleased that we were able to help you and your family again at this difficult time
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Rosina Edden 12th May 2025

    It was a sad day but Andrew and his team were so caring and very professional. We could not have asked for better service, they were wonderful.
    Also their celebrant Beverley who conducted the service was so caring and enabled the service to run smoothly.
    We as a family were very pleased with everything they did for us. Many friends and family commented on how profesional they were. A big thank you Andrew and team xx

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Edden
    Thank you, you are very welcome. Your lovely words are very much appreciated
    All at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Janice Ward 11th May 2025

    We highly recommend Andrew Binghams and co 100%.
    Andrew, Heidi, Bev and team were absolutely fantastic from the moment we walked through the door with their kind and caring approach on a very upsetting and stressful time of our families lives. We would like to say a huge thank you on behalf of our family.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Ward
    Thank you so much for your lovely words, it really is appreciated. Thank you
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 John Tomkinson 11th May 2025

    We are so pleased and grateful for what you did for us. Thank you so much

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Tomkinson
    You are most welcome it has been a privilege to help, Thank you
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 William Secker 10th May 2025

    Compassionate, professional, supportive, guidance and helpful all the way along this tearful journey 
    All staff were amazingly helpful and understanding 
    Well done 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Secker
    Thank you, it has been a privilege to help you at tis very sad time
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Patricia Stewart 10th May 2025

    It was clear from the very first interaction that we were in very good hands with Andrew Bingham and his team. A family run business that completely understood the needs of our grieving family and did everything with kindness, consideration and thoughtfulness. Nothing was too much trouble and everything went seamlessly. This meant a great deal to us, as we were able to trust that everything was in their safe hands pretty much immediately - without worry. We would highly recommend them to anyone and are very grateful to them for their excellent service.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Stewart
    Thank you so much for your very kind words, as a team we endeavour to help everyone as best we can and you lovely words really are appreciated by all of us at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Susan Laflin 10th May 2025

    Excellent and professional service. Very accommodating to our wishes. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Laflin
    Thank you very much, you are very welcome
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Jacqueline Sheffield 6th May 2025

    We received exceptional support from Andrew Bingham funeral services, during this very difficult time.
    We found all staff very approachable, and would highly recommend using their services.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jacqueline
    Thank you for your lovely words it is very much appreciated by Andrew and team
  • 5 Sarah Bilston 4th May 2025

    Andrew Bingham was outstanding - I can't say enough good things. Everyone I met was so tactful and kind and I felt deeply supported throughout the process. The funeral itself was everything I could have hoped for, a moving tribute to and expression of my mother. Thank you, Andrew, for your friendship, fellowship, utter professionalism, and deep kindness.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Sarah
    Thank you for your very kind words, having known your mother for many years it has been a real privilege, she was an amazing lady and will be sorely missed
    Kind regards
    Andrew and all the team
  • 5 Shelli Moyes 3rd May 2025

    If you want a hassle free day, then Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service are the company to provide it for you. Everything went really well from the first meeting to arrange the funeral, to the actual day itself. They make it look seamless The gleaming cars arrived on time, all the staff were very smart and respectful, the Celebrant was very professional, the order of service was printed to our wishes, the flowers looked great, the catering by referral for the wake was excellent. Can't praise Andrew and his team enough. It made a sad occasion very manageable. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Shelli
    It has been a privilege to help you and your family, it has been a privilege to help, thank you
    Andrew
  • 5 Vicki Faill 30th Apr 2025

    Having never been through the process of being responsible for dealing with the aftermath of someone passing before, Andrew Bingham and his team were fabulous. From the very first phone call they were empathetic, understanding and explained clearly every step along the way. We never felt pressurised into buying certain things or doing things a particular way. They were always available to speak to about anything at any time, and every person I spoke to was fully aware and up to speed with my Father’s arrangements. It felt a very personalised, caring and compassionate service, yet very professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of such services.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Vicki
    Thank you for such lovely words, it has been a privilege to help you and your family again.
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Jenny Crossley 29th Apr 2025

    Andrew Bingham and Co were excellent every step of the way with their advice and so prompt at responding to emails it took all of the worries away.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jenny
    Thank you, your very kind words are most appreciated by us all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Trevor Laflin 27th Apr 2025

    Excellent professional service from the beginning to the end, no pressure with anything we had exactly what we wanted nothing was too much trouble for them, we have already recommended them and will continue to do so. Thanks again for making this difficult time easier for us.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Laflin
    your very kind words are very much appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team

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

Debbie Cook 29th Jun 2025

Andrew and his team provide an excellent service, acting with sympathy and discretion. My dear dad was given the special goodbye that he deserved.

Penny Sutton 24th Jun 2025

 Andrew Bingham and his staff have been very supportive, sympathetic and helpful during this difficult time. I do not hesitate in recommending them fully. Thank you Andrew. What a wonderful and respectful send off you provided for my husband. 

Johanna Tavernor 23rd Jun 2025

Sam looked after the whole family superbly. We fully appreciated their genuine respect and care throughout the whole process. They were very sensitive to our needs and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. Will happily recommend the company to anyone looking for a funeral director.

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