Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service

555 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Matthew Cutting 20th Dec 2022

The care, professionalism, attention to detail and friendly manner of Andrew Bingham and his whole team is second to none. I cannot recommend them highly enough, they are superb.

Sally Brown 19th Dec 2022

Absolutely lovely people from start to finish everyone were so friendly & helpful at this very sad time for all my family. You made our mums funeral very special. On behalf of all our family, we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Kevin Smith 16th Dec 2022

Very sensitive and caring service.

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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
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.

Latest Obituaries

Terry   Hammacott

Terry Hammacott

Nov 1947 - Sep 2024

Leonard   Burrows

Leonard Burrows

Sep 1943 - Aug 2024

Audrey   Blagden

Audrey Blagden

Aug 1931 - Aug 2024

Shirley   Selley

Shirley Selley

Jul 1939 - Aug 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Matthew Cutting 20th Dec 2022

    The care, professionalism, attention to detail and friendly manner of Andrew Bingham and his whole team is second to none. I cannot recommend them highly enough, they are superb.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Matthew
    it was a privilege to help you and your family, thank you for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Sally Brown 19th Dec 2022

    Absolutely lovely people from start to finish everyone were so friendly & helpful at this very sad time for all my family.
    You made our mums funeral very special.
    On behalf of all our family, we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Sally
    Thank you for your very nice words, i am pleased that all went well,
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Kevin Smith 16th Dec 2022

    Very sensitive and caring service.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Kevin
    Thank you, we will very much miss Vi at the bereavement group
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Michael Pearce 13th Dec 2022

    Excellent service. Thank you for everything. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Pearce
    Thank you for your Kind words, you are most welcome
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Howard Cross 13th Dec 2022

    I found Andrew and his team most helpful during a most difficult time. They were caring and compassionate in their dealings with me and upon reflection took all of the weight of arranging Jane's Funeral off my shoulders entirely. Thank you so much.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Cross
    Thank you for your very kind words
    it is very much appreciated by all of us at
    Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Lindsey Richardson 9th Dec 2022

    The funeral arrangements were managed with compassion, dignity and respect. Every stage of the process was well managed. I would highly recommend the service.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Lindsey
    Thank you for you kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Lisa Stannard 6th Dec 2022

    They were very supportive and nothing was to much trouble for them. They made a very hard time a bit easier.
    Would highly recommend them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Stannard
    thank you for your kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Tanya Cooper 5th Dec 2022


    Planning a funeral at any point is awful and something both myself and my sister never wanted to do for our mum. However, upon a recommendation by a family friend we approached Andrew Bingham and his team. Very apprehensive as to what we were needing to do we cannot express our sincere thanks enough. 




    The team at Binghams are great. They helped myself and my sister to get through what has been the hardest period of our lives. Always there to support, happy to help, no pressure was put on us for arrangements. The team have made this process seamless. I will be recommending them to anyone and everyone. They reassured us that our mum was cared for and gave us the confidence that our mum was safe in their care. 




    Thank you so much to all at Andrew Binghams. Continue to do a great job.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Tanya
    thank you very much for your lovely words, it is very kind and very much appreciated by all of us, it was a privilege to help you and your family
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Susan Kettle 4th Dec 2022

    Having suffered two close family bereavements in a matter of weeks, it’s taken
    a while to be able to write a review.
    As a family we can’t speak highly enough of the kindness, compassion and professionalism of Andrew and his team, which helped us so much at such a difficult time.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Susan
    Thank you for your very kind words, i can only imagine how difficult it has been for you, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Howard Verrier 29th Nov 2022

    Andrew and his team were faultless. They were immaculate. caring and nothing was too much trouble they made a difficult time so much easier.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Verrier
    thank you for your kind words it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Mark Seaborn 13th Nov 2022

    Excellent support and service throughout the planning stage and on the day itself. Personal touch to the service delivered. Highly recommended 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mark
    Thank you it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Paul Overton 12th Nov 2022

    Superb friendly service 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Mr Overton
    Thank you for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Brigit Ensten 5th Nov 2022

    An excellent service well done

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Brigit
    Thank you very much
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Joan Davis 4th Nov 2022

    Having recently lost both parents, we used Andrew Binghams to send our parents on their final journey. The quality of service that Andrew & the team gave to our family was precious and I would highly recommend them. They are all truly amazing.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello
    thank you for your very kind words at such a difficult time for you as a family
    kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 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

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

Matthew Cutting 20th Dec 2022

The care, professionalism, attention to detail and friendly manner of Andrew Bingham and his whole team is second to none. I cannot recommend them highly enough, they are superb.

Sally Brown 19th Dec 2022

Absolutely lovely people from start to finish everyone were so friendly & helpful at this very sad time for all my family. You made our mums funeral very special. On behalf of all our family, we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Kevin Smith 16th Dec 2022

Very sensitive and caring service.

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