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

Rebecca Brooks 21st Oct 2022

Professional, caring, and respectful at all times. Able to make what is a horrible thing to have to do, slightly less awful. An excellent independent family business.

Grant Waller 16th Oct 2022

Very professional. Very pleasant.

Carol Stringer 11th Oct 2022

Was very helpful and excellent service thankyou.

Reviews

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

  • 5 Rebecca Brooks 21st Oct 2022

    Professional, caring, and respectful at all times. Able to make what is a horrible thing to have to do, slightly less awful. An excellent independent family business.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Rebecca
    thank you it was a privilege to help you and your family
    Heidi
  • 5 Grant Waller 16th Oct 2022

    Very professional.
    Very pleasant.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Mr Waller,
    Thank you very much
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Carol Stringer 11th Oct 2022

    Was very helpful and excellent service thankyou.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Mrs Stringer, thank you very much
    Andrew and team
  • 5 William Pointon 11th Oct 2022

    I really could not have asked for more. From the personal service I recieved to just being left alone and not hassled in a very difficult time.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear William
    Thank you for leaving a lovely review, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Jennifer Cooper 7th Oct 2022

    I would like to thank Andrew and all his team for helping me through a difficult time.
    I was put at ease on my first visit and was advised if I was unsure on anything.
    Everyone done a marvellous job. I'm sure my dad would be pleased with how things went.
    Thank you all so much ❤

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jennifer
    thank you for your lovely words, you are very welcome
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Penny Stevens 7th Oct 2022

    My sister and I cannot fault Andrew, Heidi and the team’s professionalism and sensitivity in helping us plan our beloved dad’s funeral. There was no ‘corporate’ approach; we had flexibility in our choices. Nothing was too much trouble. On the day of the funeral itself their experience and attention to detail resulted in a personal yet poignant celebration of a very special man’s life. We felt fully supported and reassured throughout the entire process. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Penny
    it was a privilege to help you at this very sad time, thank you for your lovely words
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Sally Lummis 3rd Oct 2022

    Nothing was too much trouble for Andrew Bingham or any of his team, they made a very difficult time in our lives so much easier. Many thanks.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Sally
    You are most welcome, your kind words are very much appreciated
    regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Tina Wilcox 25th Sep 2022

    Andrew and his team were very calm and caring and helped us through every step of the funeral organisation and the day itself with patience and kindness. 
    We felt reassured and never hurried throughout the entire process. 
    Thank you for making a very difficult time much easier to bear. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Tina
    thank you very much for your lovely review, it is very kind of you to take the time, you are very welcome
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Joan Davis 24th Sep 2022

    The service provided by Andrew and his team is excellent, always with compassion, sympathy and professionalism. Would highly recommend using Andrew Bingham

  • 5 Brian Cornell 20th Sep 2022

    Excellent service and communication at all times

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Mr Cornell
    Thank you for your kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Amanda Brandreth 14th Sep 2022

    My sister and I cannot praise Andrew, Heidi and their team highly enough. From the moment they took our Mum into their care until the funeral, they were nothing other than professional, considerate and caring. Their assistance was invaluable and they made a difficult time easier to cope with. Nothing was too much trouble. In addition they put us in touch with Ruth Everett, who did a wonderful job officiating as our Celebrant. We had already planned the type of service we wanted, but Ruth gave us guidance and on the day conducted the service with compassion and ensured everything ran smoothly. A huge thank you to all of them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Amanda
    You are most welcome and thank you so much for your very kind words, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Kay Southgate 6th Sep 2022

    The support and guidance that we were given was excellent. From the beginning of the process we felt supported and had no hesitation in asking questions if we were unsure about anything. All the staff were professional and welcoming and we cannot praise them all enough. Thank you!

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Kay
    Thank you very much, your kind words are very much appreciated
    Regards
    All at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Dawn Gray 5th Sep 2022

    Andrew and his team arranged everything we asked for perfectly. Everything went like clockwork and Id highly recommend them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Dawn
    thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to look after your uncles funeral
    Kind Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Dan Buckle 31st Aug 2022

    I would thoroughly recommend Andrew Bingham Funeral services, from start to finish everything was made easy and effortless, on the day of the funeral the organisation was superb and all the staff helped making a difficult time a little easier.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Dan
    it was a privilege to help with your brothers funeral, thank you for your kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Jason Miller 30th Aug 2022

    No words can describe just how professional Andrew and his team are. Available to help anytime with any question however trivial. Making a trying and emotional time so much easier. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Jason
    Thank you for your very kind words, it was a privilege to help you and your family
    Regards
    Andrew and Team
  • 5 Teresa Davies 23rd Aug 2022

    At such a difficult time, all the team at Andrew Bingham’s just held our hand through the whole process. So sensitive and supportive. Thank you for a special service from all the family. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Teresa
    thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Carl Melhuish 23rd Aug 2022

    Very professional and non intrusive at this sad time in our lives. Excellent service

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Carl
    thank you for your kind words you are very welcome
    From
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Sara Proctor 21st Aug 2022

    Thank you so much, you made a difficult day a lot easier. Everything was so well organised and everyone we spoke to was so helpful. From the first meeting with Beverley, right up to the day of the funeral with James and the team, everything was very respectfully and beautifully done. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Proctor
    thank you very much, you are very welcome
    from
    All at Andrew Bingham's
  • 5 Christine Edwards 20th Aug 2022

    Excellent service from start to finish 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Edwards
    Thank you for your kind words
    regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Susan Talbot 15th Aug 2022

    Andrew Bingham provides a very professional services with genuine care and empathy.  I would definitely recommend Andrew Bingham to friends and family.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Susan
    Thank you, you are very kind
    regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Janet Brand 13th Aug 2022

    Excellent service from the very minute we got in touch with Andrew Bingham. Genuinely a very caring company. All members of staff showed empathy and sympathy and gave my father a very smooth, lovely send off.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Janet
    thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    All at Andrew Bingham's
  • 5 Bettine Hunt 8th Aug 2022

    The whole funeral went perfectly.
    There turn out was spotless and the way in which they spoke to mourners, was kind and considerate.
    The arrangement worked to a Perfect plan and their suppling of
    Fresh flowers made life a lot easier for us.
    We would recomend Andrew to anybody who needs his services.

    We would recommend

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Hunt
    Thank you you are very welcome
    regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Rachel Fishburne 8th Aug 2022

    The services were fantastically coordinated and everything was done demonstrating dignity, compassion and respect

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Rachel
    Thank you it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Charles Mullinger 7th Aug 2022

    Very Professional
    Without out a doubt ALL 
    “I s” and all  “T s” were sotted and crossed to perfection 
    A very well presented service throughout 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Mullinger
    Thank you, you are vey kind
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Linda Montgomery 2nd Aug 2022

    From our initial visit to meet Heidi, sorting the arrangements for the service, to the details on the day the service received by all has been first class. The respect and caring nature on the day that the famy were shown was faultless. We would highly recommend your service. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Montgomery
    Thank you for your kind words you are very welcome
    Regards
    Heidi 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

Rebecca Brooks 21st Oct 2022

Professional, caring, and respectful at all times. Able to make what is a horrible thing to have to do, slightly less awful. An excellent independent family business.

Grant Waller 16th Oct 2022

Very professional. Very pleasant.

Carol Stringer 11th Oct 2022

Was very helpful and excellent service thankyou.

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