H Biffen & Sons Ltd

186 reviews

H Biffen & Sons Ltd Family Funeral Directors are a true family business, founded in 1920 and still caring for the community today.

Latest Verified Reviews

Peter Webb 13th Jul 2024

John and Sarah were so caring and sympathetic to our needs nothing was any trouble and the advise was excellent Co-ordination with all parties involved made the whole day run smoothly Thank you so much Sheila and Pete Webb

Gemma Clarke 13th Jul 2024

Cannot fault the team at Biffens, they dealt with pretty much everything, even though it was a quick turnaround (at our request). They were all compassionate and caring, with a friendly manner and made us all feel at ease throughout the whole process. Wouldn’t use anyone else. Thank you 

Jane Davey 12th Jul 2024

Professional from start to finish. John, Sarah and team make an unbearable time more comfortable and help you plan all arrangements with ease. Thank you for all you have done for us. Jane, Gillie, Nick & Chris.

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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

32 Wembdon Rd
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 7DW

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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: 01278 554565

About Us

H Biffen & Sons Ltd Family Funeral Directors in Bridgwater, Somerset were established in 1920 by Harry Biffen, with £100 borrowed from his Uncle. H Biffen, now a 4th generation family funeral director, has a goal to provide families with a dignified and caring service at a fair value.

The company has always been in the heart of Bridgwater and covers the surrounding areas. They own one of the largest British fleets of Daimler, Princess, Rover and Jaguar hearses and limousines - some of which have been lovingly restored over the years since Harry Biffen first founded the business. Alternative hearses can be brought in, for example horse and carriage to motorbike and sidecar.

H Biffen & Sons offer funeral arrangements that are bespoke, traditional and everything in between with expert guidance. The dedicated team know that everyone is different and a funeral should reflect who they are and how much they are loved and they will guide you every step of the way. Father and Daughter team John and Sarah, alongside their extended family of professional, compassionate staff, are proud to care for your loved one and help you with every step of arranging a funeral.

H Biffen & Sons Ltd Family Funeral Directors is open Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm, and Fridays until 4.30pm. The home is fully accessible, with a 24-hour service when your loved one passes away. The funeral home has its own non-denominational chapel of rest where you can say goodbye to your loved one in peace with a lounge next to the chapel for you to catch your breath. The chapel is dedicated to Harold Wilkins, a member of staff who worked for the funeral home for many years.

H Biffen & Sons Ltd is a member of the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors.

Funeral plans are available for people planning ahead, while finance options can be arranged to help meet funeral costs.

CallH Biffen & Sons Ltd Family Funeral Directors in Bridgwater today to find out more about the services they provide and begin making the perfect funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Angela   Tarr

Angela Tarr

Jun 2024 - Apr 1942

Diane   Buttle

Diane Buttle

Jun 2024

Roger   Biddle

Roger Biddle

Jun 2024 - Dec 1940

Diane   Williams

Diane Williams

Jan 1953 - Jun 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Peter Webb 13th Jul 2024

    John and Sarah were so caring and sympathetic to our needs nothing was any trouble and the advise was excellent
    Co-ordination with all parties involved made the whole day run smoothly
    Thank you so much

    Sheila and Pete Webb

  • 5 Gemma Clarke 13th Jul 2024

    Cannot fault the team at Biffens, they dealt with pretty much everything, even though it was a quick turnaround (at our request). They were all compassionate and caring, with a friendly manner and made us all feel at ease throughout the whole process. Wouldn’t use anyone else. Thank you 

  • 5 Jane Davey 12th Jul 2024

    Professional from start to finish. John, Sarah and team make an unbearable time more comfortable and help you plan all arrangements with ease.
    Thank you for all you have done for us.
    Jane, Gillie, Nick & Chris.

  • 5 Sarah Morris 3rd Jul 2024

    Sarah and her team are so professional, seamless handling from start to finish. Sarah herself has a wonderful way of putting people at ease, reading the mood and communicating accordingly. Totally faultless.

  • 5 Michael Evans 18th Jun 2024

    The service organisation from start to finish was excellent. Really understanding of what my father wanted and us as a family . Everything was arranged perfectly nothing left to chance . Absolutely first class and thoroughly recommend to anyone. Many thanks Sarah and all your staff . 

  • 5 Katherine Baker 18th Jun 2024

    They made the whole process so easy and simple in such a difficult time, all of the staff are fantastic and lovely. The special little touches they made were so special and they guided us through to the very end.

  • 5 Tracy Toms 17th Jun 2024

    Me and my family cannot thank John and Sarah enough for their compassion and respect towards myself and my siblings. Thank you

  • 5 Richard Radford 15th Jun 2024

    Sarah, John and your amazing staff have been so kind to us, I have been a bit dippy, you all have steered me in the right direction with a smile and giggles, I sure needed the giggles. 
    The day went off as we wanted, not organised or somber, the wake had a lovely atmosphere we all sat out side, Marie and her staff at the Globe did us proud, again nothing too much trouble, please thank the flower people, just what we wanted , just right. 
    Richard and myself are away from the 21st -28th June. Will be in touch when we get back, can you keep the ashes until then.
    Maria, Richard, Amanda and Stan xxx

  • 5 Joanne Way 26th May 2024

    Couldn’t have asked for more, super professional service, kindness shown in every step of the process. Any worries or questions were removed so quickly we just knew it was all under control, Biffens will do what you want not what fits a package price, and will advise on other areas too like registration and who to contact, Simply Brilliant 

  • 5 Nick Howe 28th Apr 2024

    From the first phone call the service was professional and caring, nothing too much trouble. Vists to the office were met with kindness and the actual funeral was like clockwork. Exactly what my Mother would have wanted.

  • 5 Tracey Godfrey 22nd Apr 2024

    Thank you so much to Sara, John, Emily and Gaynor, you made our journey so much easier and the funeral arrangements were made speedily and professionally. Detail was made to every request and the Funeral was just as we wished. We would definitely recommend H Biffin - thank you!

  • 5 Linda Vermont 12th Apr 2024

    A very professional,compassionate and caring service from everyone at Biffens a special family business.

  • 5 Sue Horrobin 1st Apr 2024

    Everything went very smoothly and we were treated with great respect at all times.

  • 5 Roger Brown 5th Mar 2024

    We would like to thank John, Sarah, Emily and all of Biffen 's staff for my mother's funeral which was perfectly conducted on March 1st 2024. Kind regards from Sue, Roger, Vicky, James, Elise and Luca. Would highly recommend Biffens services.

  • 5 Stephen Sparkes 2nd Mar 2024

    Very caring helpful and professional excellent service

  • 5 Tina Heath 2nd Mar 2024

    Biffen's, Sarah, Emily and all the staff were amazing! Caring, understanding and supportive, making Mum's Funeral as stress free as possible. They helped us make Mum's final wishes a reality. Nothing was too much trouble, Thank you all.

  • 5 Danielle Mansfield 27th Feb 2024

    Sarah and the team are wonderful. They are the best at what they do and handle organising a service at what is a sad time with the upmost discretion and care and attention. 

  • 5 Adrian Johnson 22nd Feb 2024

    I believe in good service but Biffen’s was amazing , nothing was a problem.. they took care of every need or want from us , a brilliant family run business … thank you to all that helped us with Margaret’s day x

  • 5 Lee Krawczyk-Brown 12th Feb 2024

    John, Sarah and Emily have conducted numerous family funerals and Karen's hit the mark 100% and some!!! Very compassionate, friendly, consultative, knowledgeable etc etc.

  • 5 Heather Kennedy 6th Feb 2024

    Friendly very professional service. Thankyou 

  • 5 Fiona Johnson 1st Feb 2024

    Excellent service through every stage at such a sad time. The whole group of staff  are always professional and very empathetic 

  • 5 Simon Burnell 31st Jan 2024

    Very professional and caring. Took away the stress of the situation making sure everything went smoothly. Many thanks.

  • 5 Julie Woodcraft 26th Jan 2024

    Extremely pleased with the service received from Biffen Funeral Services. Everything was dealt with compassionately and either John, Sarah or Emily was there to help. Would have no hesitation in recommending them.

  • 5 Vera Hobbs 23rd Jan 2024

    Excellent service provided by John,Emily and Sarah . 

  • 5 Stephanie Franklin 22nd Jan 2024

    Sarah and all the Biffin team were so very kind to my family.
    Patience and support the whole way. I really felt that mum was in good hands.
    Thank you, hopefully we wont see you for a while.

Address
32 Wembdon Rd
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 7DW

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

Peter Webb 13th Jul 2024

John and Sarah were so caring and sympathetic to our needs nothing was any trouble and the advise was excellent Co-ordination with all parties involved made the whole day run smoothly Thank you so much Sheila and Pete Webb

Gemma Clarke 13th Jul 2024

Cannot fault the team at Biffens, they dealt with pretty much everything, even though it was a quick turnaround (at our request). They were all compassionate and caring, with a friendly manner and made us all feel at ease throughout the whole process. Wouldn’t use anyone else. Thank you 

Jane Davey 12th Jul 2024

Professional from start to finish. John, Sarah and team make an unbearable time more comfortable and help you plan all arrangements with ease. Thank you for all you have done for us. Jane, Gillie, Nick & Chris.

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