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

Helen Knock 4th Oct 2024

From the first phone call I have been made to feel comforted, and confident that my husband was in safe hands. No pressure, no hard sell just a respect for our wishes.   Every effort has been made to ensure his funeral was everything we had planned for and more.  I felt informed and consulted at every stage.  Andrew Bingham take everything in their stride - embracing our individual wishes - 170 bikes to ride behind the hearse, no problem! Thank you for making a very difficult time so much easier.

Mark Langston 2nd Oct 2024

Very professional and attentive staff. Always somebody in office if help is needed.

Tory Lugsden 1st Oct 2024

The kindest, friendliest people you could ever wish to deal with when the world has turned upside down. Nothing was too much bother and patience and care was put in to everything they did. Thank you for helping us to send Mum safely on her way. 

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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.

Latest Obituaries

Elizabeth   Aldridge

Elizabeth Aldridge

Sep 1940 - Mar 2026

Averil   Nunn

Averil Nunn

Jan 1945 - Mar 2026

Leslie   Smith 'Les'

Leslie Smith 'Les'

Nov 1943 - Mar 2026

Jennifer   Florence Wilkinson

Jennifer Florence Wilkinson

Mar 2026 - Jun 1947

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Helen Knock 4th Oct 2024

    From the first phone call I have been made to feel comforted, and confident that my husband was in safe hands. No pressure, no hard sell just a respect for our wishes.  
    Every effort has been made to ensure his funeral was everything we had planned for and more.  I felt informed and consulted at every stage. 
    Andrew Bingham take everything in their stride - embracing our individual wishes - 170 bikes to ride behind the hearse, no problem! Thank you for making a very difficult time so much easier.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Helen, Thank you for your kind words, I've never seen so many motorbikes in all my life,
    Kind Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Mark Langston 2nd Oct 2024

    Very professional and attentive staff.
    Always somebody in office if help is needed.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Langston
    Thank you, you words are most appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Tory Lugsden 1st Oct 2024

    The kindest, friendliest people you could ever wish to deal with when the world has turned upside down. Nothing was too much bother and patience and care was put in to everything they did. Thank you for helping us to send Mum safely on her way. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Tory
    Thank you, you are very welcome, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Chris Payne 21st Sep 2024

    Can’t thank Andrew and his team enough. Excellent service throughout with the organisation of my Dads funeral.  

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Marina
    Thank you very much, it is most appreciated
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Alison Wilson 21st Sep 2024

    We would like to thank you all so much for helping us organise everything for our dear Mother's funeral.
    We couldn't recommend your services more highly.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Wilson
    You are very welcome, Thank you
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Gerard Brewster 20th Sep 2024

    Thank you so much for everything that you’ve done for us and our beloved mum  and nan. 
    Nothing was too much bother. 
    Attention to detail was fantastic I am sure our dad Gerard will be forever grateful for the care that Audrey our mum received after her passing 


    Many thanks 
    Robert Brewster

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Brewster
    You are very welcome, it was a privilege to help you and your family
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Paul Debenham 18th Sep 2024

    Excellent friendly service, very well organised throughout.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Debenham
    Thank you for your kind words
    Andrew and Team
  • 5 Rebecca Clare 17th Sep 2024

    Andrew and his team are absolutely brilliant and make a very difficult time much easier to deal with. We could not praise them enough!

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Clare
    Thank you, you are most welcome
    Regards
    All at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Margaret Livingston 16th Sep 2024

    Very kind and considerate. We had to arrange the funeral from Cornwall and the funeral directors made it as easy as possible and the funeral itself was a lovely tribute to my cousin.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Livingston
    Thank you for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Mary Preece 15th Sep 2024

    Andrew Bingham and his staff were courteous, thoughtful and professional throughout. I couldn't have asked for better service and would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Preece
    Thank you very much for your very kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Paul Southgate 10th Sep 2024

    Before the funeral, everyone was so helpful and considerate. During the funeral the staff were very professional, caring and considerate. It makes these difficult events easier.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Southgate
    Thank you for your kind words, i am pleased that we were able to make things a little easier for you at such a difficult time
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Peter Faulkner 9th Sep 2024

    Right from the word go we found Andrew and his team to  be kind and easy to work with. They clearly explained the process and were very happy to be led by our wishes. They were very professional in their work and always available if we needed help . Our family would recommend them to anyone who has suffered a death in the family. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Faulkner
    Thank your for your very kind words, it is most appreciated by all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Alison Crossman 8th Sep 2024

    This experience as difficult as it was, was made manageable by the caring staff who responded with professionalism and compassion.
    Everyone I dealt with was helpful and caring and throughout this difficult time I  felt supported and listened to.
    Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Crossman
    Thank you, i am really pleased that you felt this way at such a difficult time.
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 James Golding 8th Sep 2024

    Provided a very good service 
    Could not ask for better 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Golding
    Thank you, it is most appreciated
    Regards
    all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Jonathan Oliver 8th Sep 2024

    Thanks wonderful full work. It was much appreciated! 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Oliver
    You are very welcome, thank you
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Lynn Orchard 8th Sep 2024

    A truly professional and supportive team helping us through a very difficult time. Thank you

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Orchard
    Thank you for your kind words
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Shirley Snell 6th Sep 2024

    From our first meeting with Andrew we felt in safe hands.
    They made a difficult time so much easier to get through. Remaining professional and sensitive they also managed to add a personal touch which we appreciated. We would strongly recommend them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Snell
    Thank you for your very kind words, it is most appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Tess Seymour 3rd Sep 2024

    The whole team at Andrew Bingham are first class from first contact to walking us to the wake. They could not have been kinder or more sensitive. They guided us through the whole process which was unknown territory to us.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Seymour
    Thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Angela George 31st Aug 2024

    Professional, attentive, sensitive and caring service. We were gently guided through the whole process. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs George
    Thank you for your kind words, it is very much appreciated by us all at Andrew Binghams
  • 5 Jason Rush 27th Aug 2024

     Very  professional throughout. Made a difficult period for me a lot smoother than I imagined.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Rush
    I am very pleased that we were able to make things as smooth as possible
    regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Anthony Glavey 23rd Aug 2024

    Very professional and caring service.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Glavey
    thank you for leaving a lovely review
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Nigel George 19th Aug 2024

    Very professional and well organised as always

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Nigel
    Thank you for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Attica Giannikaki 18th Aug 2024

    Very professional and compassionate.  Helped us every step of the way.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Attica
    Thank you for your lovely words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Zoe Hill 17th Aug 2024

    Excellent experience from start to finish.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Hill
    i am pleased that you had a positive experience at such a sad time
    Regards
    All at Andrew Binghams
  • 5 Susan Barker 11th Aug 2024

    Andrew Bingham is a family run Funeral firm. I found them to be very helpful, caring and considerate. They conducted the funeral with dignity and respect. They helped to make what was a very sad time more bearable.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Barker
    I am very pleased that we were able to make this sad time more bearable for you
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues

Address
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

Latest Verified Reviews

Helen Knock 4th Oct 2024

From the first phone call I have been made to feel comforted, and confident that my husband was in safe hands. No pressure, no hard sell just a respect for our wishes.   Every effort has been made to ensure his funeral was everything we had planned for and more.  I felt informed and consulted at every stage.  Andrew Bingham take everything in their stride - embracing our individual wishes - 170 bikes to ride behind the hearse, no problem! Thank you for making a very difficult time so much easier.

Mark Langston 2nd Oct 2024

Very professional and attentive staff. Always somebody in office if help is needed.

Tory Lugsden 1st Oct 2024

The kindest, friendliest people you could ever wish to deal with when the world has turned upside down. Nothing was too much bother and patience and care was put in to everything they did. Thank you for helping us to send Mum safely on her way. 

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