Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service

509 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Margaret Lumsden 2nd Jul 2024

Outstanding service, very professional, kind, caring, considerate and delicate with all aspects of arranging a funeral at the most saddest time.  We felt comforted to know that we were in there hands at such a difficult time.

Hannah Dracocardos 30th Jun 2024

I am so grateful to Andrew Bingham and his team. They really listened to me and they ensured the day of my mother's funeral went so smoothly. They even arranged for a horse and carriage for my mother. The team are all so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you very much.

Richard Robinson 28th Jun 2024

I cannot praise Andrew and his staff enough Everything was carried out to perfection and attention to detail was paramount Nothing was too much trouble and went the extra mile for our needs  Very comforting in very difficult times Highly recommended  Richard Robinson

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 Margaret Lumsden 2nd Jul 2024

    Outstanding service, very professional, kind, caring, considerate and delicate with all aspects of arranging a funeral at the most saddest time.  We felt comforted to know that we were in there hands at such a difficult time.

  • 5 Hannah Dracocardos 30th Jun 2024

    I am so grateful to Andrew Bingham and his team. They really listened to me and they ensured the day of my mother's funeral went so smoothly. They even arranged for a horse and carriage for my mother. The team are all so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you very much.

  • 5 Richard Robinson 28th Jun 2024

    I cannot praise Andrew and his staff enough
    Everything was carried out to perfection and attention to detail was paramount Nothing was too much trouble and went the extra mile for our needs 
    Very comforting in very difficult times
    Highly recommended 
    Richard Robinson

  • 5 Julie Mark 26th Jun 2024

    We were confident that Andrew & his team would care for our Mum as they had for Dad, only a year ago. The support we were given as a family, by the whole team at Binghams, was exceptional. There is nothing that could have been done any better. The care that was shown & the quiet professionalism by all is outstanding. Thank you all so much

  • 5 Stephanie Wiggins 23rd Jun 2024

    Andrew and his team were very supportive and helpful. They kept me informed and made every effort to provide the funeral service that I wanted. They made a difficult time less stressful.

  • 5 Derrick Martin 22nd Jun 2024

    We wish to say thank you to Andrew and the whole team, including Beverley, for being so kind and supportive arranging my mums funeral. Thank you 

  • 5 Diana Fawcus 19th Jun 2024

    Thank you you were all kind, patient and professional, it was a perfect funeral.

  • 5 Tracey Gorzelak 18th Jun 2024

    The whole team at Andrew Bingham offer an outstanding level of care and service. Having lost our last parent, we were keen to give him a fitting send off. Andrew and his colleagues ensured that this happened every step of the way. Each request was met with professionalism but also with a personal touch. We feel our father received top quality care and we were supported in the planning stages and the regard for us all on the day of his funeral. Two grandsons helped to carry the coffin having been transferred on to a tractor and trailer which we know our father would have loved. We have a beautiful Order of Service, created by the team, to cherish the memories of our goodbyes. As we await the interment of ashes, we know we are in good hands and cannot thank Andrew and the team enough for all they have done.

  • 5 Michelle Steed 9th Jun 2024

    Andrew and his team couldn't have been more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and any questions or worries we had were dealt with promptly and with kindness.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Steed
    You are very welcome, it was a privilege to help
    Regards Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Teresa Foley 7th Jun 2024

    Faultless. Respectful. Communication easy and efficient. Would recommend to anyone.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Foley
    Thank you for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Martin Virr 7th Jun 2024

    Andrew and his team were excellent throughout the whole journey for our Mum .

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Virr
    That is very kind thank you
    kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Ann Gray 3rd Jun 2024

    Andrew and all the team did my Dad proud. Nothing was too much trouble. Bev was a brilliant Celebrant. Thank you all so much.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Gray
    Thank you for your kind words, it is most appreciated.
    Regards
    Andrew, Bev and team
  • 5 Philip Davis 1st Jun 2024

    Efficiently and sensitively handled, as we knew it would be.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Davis
    Thank you very much, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Deborah Hannon 1st Jun 2024

    From start to finish Andrew and colleagues handled things professionally, efficiently and with great warmth. Andrew handled everything that needed to be done, our small service was at his chapel of rest which was peaceful and quiet and then onto the burial where again everything was attended to in great detail. I don’t hesitate in recommending Binghams to anyone who seems a little lost in all that has to be done when you lose a loved one. Andrew and his company are the best, everytime I emailed him with a question he came back with a reply in minutes, in fact the first time I emailed him at 10pm he replied straight away offering his sincere condolences. Whatever type of funeral service you are after then please speak to Andrew first, you will not be disappointed. Thank you all at Binghams and especially to Andrew, you’re one in a million.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Deborah
    Thank you so much for such a lovely review of our services, they are very kind and it really means a lot to all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Karen Martin 26th May 2024

    The family can't thank you enough for the kindness you have shown us as we said goodbye to mum.
    Every detail was perfect .The whole process from start to Finish was dealt with care and compassionate and attention to detail .We were so grateful at such a sad time ....

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Martin
    You are very welcome, it was a privilege to help, your kind words are very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Muriel Plowman 14th May 2024

    Very happy with the service. You buried our friend with dignity and respect.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Plowman
    Thank you for your kind words, very much appreciated
    Regards
    All at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Michaela Harris 8th May 2024

    andrew bingham and team have dealt with both my parents funeral and have shown empathy and professionalism .. from myself
    and my brother we thank you 

  • 5 Paul Tingley 5th May 2024

    I would highly recommend Andrew Bingham funeral services when considering how to best arrange your farewell to a loved one.  Friendly and very understanding staff throughout.  Always available 24/7 and excellent at taking away all of the stress of making these arrangements.  

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Tingley
    It was a privilege to help and your kind words are very much appreciated by the whole team
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Emma Alexander 30th Apr 2024

    The arrangements for my mother's funeral were excellent. The funeral directors listened to all our requests and fulfilled them. They had great advice regarding certain aspects of the announcements, and they handled the actual funeral beautifully. They also recommended a superb catering service for the wake. And, their prices are very reasonable. I was very happy that we were able to use a local independent funeral director. Thank you, Binghams.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Alexander
    I am very pleased that you felt that your mothers funeral was excellent, we really do appreciate your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Julie Green 29th Apr 2024

    All of Andrew’s team were amazing, we as a family were treated with compassion and respect. All of his staff were dressed smartly in coordinating dress. I can thoroughly recommend.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Julie
    Thank you it was a privilege to help and it is nice to hear your comments, our team try extremely hard to make sure everything is how it should be
    Thank you
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Pauline Dickinson 28th Apr 2024

    We chose Andrew Bingham as we had heard good reviews from friends. 
    We are very glad that we did. Thoughtful and kind are just two words to describe the service provided. Everything that we asked for was provided.  
    We can highly recommend Andrew’s services 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Dickinson
    Thank you for such kind words, it is very nice to hear and we extremely appreciate it.
    kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Chris Tinker 21st Apr 2024

    Andrew and his team, were exceptional from start to finish. Any questions I had they answered, everything was taken care of by them. They cared for my Paul with the utmost respect and compassion. I want to thank them all from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for looking after him. You’ve no idea how much it all meant to me and his family. 

    Chris 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Paul
    Thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to help at this very sad time
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Clive Webb 20th Apr 2024

    Very helpful and efficient service from all staff. Would recommend to anyone.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dera Mr Webb
    Thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to help and is very much appreciated
    Regards
    All at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Edith Bere 19th Apr 2024

    The handling of the arrangements for my husbands funeral and the sensitive and patient way all the different aspects were carried out deserve a lot of appreciation. Every one was always willing to help at every stage.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Bere
    Thank you, your very kind words are very much appreciated by myself and the team
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Richard Finbow 15th Apr 2024

    Fabulous, thoughtful & caring. Just what is needed in difficult times 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Richard
    Thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to help
    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

Margaret Lumsden 2nd Jul 2024

Outstanding service, very professional, kind, caring, considerate and delicate with all aspects of arranging a funeral at the most saddest time.  We felt comforted to know that we were in there hands at such a difficult time.

Hannah Dracocardos 30th Jun 2024

I am so grateful to Andrew Bingham and his team. They really listened to me and they ensured the day of my mother's funeral went so smoothly. They even arranged for a horse and carriage for my mother. The team are all so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you very much.

Richard Robinson 28th Jun 2024

I cannot praise Andrew and his staff enough Everything was carried out to perfection and attention to detail was paramount Nothing was too much trouble and went the extra mile for our needs  Very comforting in very difficult times Highly recommended  Richard Robinson

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