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

Hazel Cameron 24th Nov 2020

So kind and patient. We had all the time we needed and to be able to phone and clarify points and have such a friendly reception on the other end was a great reassurance.

Maureen Webster 23rd Nov 2020

At such a sad time, I found Andrew, Heidi and there staff to be, respectful, sensitive and caring.  They paid attention to detail, and where happy to carry out special request.  It’s a real family service  I was recommended to them by a friend and they did not disappoint.  So I am recommending them to you, because they proved funerals do not have to be cold and uncaring events.

Lisa Rice 20th Nov 2020

A very professional service with friendly and helpful staff. I would highly recommend this company.

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 Hazel Cameron 24th Nov 2020

    So kind and patient. We had all the time we needed and to be able to phone and clarify points and have such a friendly reception on the other end was a great reassurance.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Cameron
    I am pleased that you feel this way, We always strive to give people as much time as they need without rushing, your kind words are very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Maureen Webster 23rd Nov 2020

    At such a sad time, I found Andrew, Heidi and there staff to be, respectful, sensitive and caring.  They paid attention to detail, and where happy to carry out special request.  It’s a real family service  I was recommended to them by a friend and they did not disappoint.  So I am recommending them to you, because they proved funerals do not have to be cold and uncaring events.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Webster
    Thank you for your kind words, it really does mean a lot to us all
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Lisa Rice 20th Nov 2020

    A very professional service with friendly and helpful staff. I would highly recommend this company.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Lisa
    Thank you for your lovely feedback, it is much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 April Watling 17th Nov 2020

    Everyone was very kind and helped us through a very emotional time with patience and understanding.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Watling
    Thank you for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Sylvia Lamb 13th Nov 2020

    From start to finish Andrew Bingham's provided us with an excellent service that was caring, thoughtful and professional throughout. They were there when we needed them, ready to answer any query regardless of the time of day.
    We would recommend them to anyone, as they are the best

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr and Mrs Coker
    Thank you for your lovely feedback it is very much appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Leigh and Christina Dickinson 11th Nov 2020

    After the loss of our dear Father last year and the exceptional service and compassion shown by Andrew and Heidi Bingham their team throughout, our Mother decided that she would like to be looked after so well too when her time came...
    Her time came too soon.... Our family were equally bowled over by the care and attention our Mother was given and the respect and dignity shown.

    We could not have wished for anyone to take care of her better after we could not.... Thank you all so much...

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Leigh and Christina
    thank you for such lovely sentiments, it really is appreciated, you are most welcome
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Frank Wilson 26th Oct 2020

    Very efficient, kind and caring team.
    Thank you

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Wilson
    Thank you very much
    regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Melinda Sturgeon 22nd Oct 2020

    Can’t thank Andrew Bingham enough for the time and patience helping us arranging our mums funeral. All we requested was carried out with care and dignity nothing was to much trouble .
    We would highly recommend your professional services .
    Thank you once again.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Melinda
    thank you for taking the time to leave the kind words, it was a real privilege to help
    Thank you
    Andrew
  • 5 Graham Lingley 19th Oct 2020

    We have had a caring and considerate response from Andrew both prior to the bereavement and also since. The time he has given to us has been very much appreciated. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Graham
    Thank you for your review, it is very kind. It has been a privilege to help you all and have many happy memories of Jan and family
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Heather Gibbs 8th Oct 2020

    At a time when everything seemed chaotic and quite a challenge they were there to guide and comfort, making it easier to cope and make good decisions. You never feel rushed, they give as much time as you need. Nothing is too much trouble. The funeral went smoothly due to their professionalism and caring attitude.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Gibbs
    for your lovely words, we really all appreciate it.
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Wendy Luff 8th Oct 2020

    I can't fault them. Very attentive and understanding in every way.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Luff
    Thank you for your kind words
    Andrew
  • 5 Kirstie Mayes 7th Oct 2020

    With your help and support you made my mums day so special,very professional and caring to every member of the family

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Kirstie
    i am very pleased that your mothers day felt very special, you are most welcome
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Stiff David 4th Oct 2020

    From my first meeting with Andrew Bingham to arrange my Mothers funeral, and some 2 weeks later on the actual day of Mothers funeral everything ran like clockwork. the staff where helpful, phone calls sorted, no problems at all. Well done Andrew, and many thanks for a job well done. Regards David Stiff.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Stiff
    I am very pleased that everything went as you would have expected, your kind words are very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Suzie & Martin O’Donnell 1st Oct 2020

    A caring and professional yet friendly service.Many thanks 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr and Mrs O'Donnell
    You are most welcome
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Jacquie Baines 8th Sep 2020

    To Luke and to all who assisted in the funeral of my beloved husband - a great thankyou . The day of the funeral went so very smoothly, as had all that preceded it. So dignified and in perfect timing from start to finish - I received many compliments on your behalf from my family and friends and requests for the name of the company. All your gentlemen were certainly so helpful, friendly and yet unobtrusive. I know David himself would have been very impressed - not so easy to do normally but certainly top marks for a never to be forgotten occasion.

    Thankyou, from all our family.
    Jacquie Baines.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Baines
    thank you very much for such lovely comments, it is very much appreciated by all at Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service
  • 5 Jane Cant 7th Sep 2020

    Everything completed with total care and attention to detail, highly recommended when facing a very difficult time in your life

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Cant
    Thank you very much for your kind words
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 June Bryant 5th Sep 2020

    Andrew was very informative of the option's that were available to us, he payed attention to every detail explaining all the changing procedures that would have to happen due to the current situation.

    Everything ran very smoothly on the day if the Funeral .

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Bryant
    Thank you for your kind words, it is most appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Patricia Cole 2nd Sep 2020

    I can’t praise and thank Andrew and his team enough.
    Incredibly professional and proficient while being warm and friendly and 100% accommodating of the most bizarre requests.

    We gave Martyn the most amazing sendoff which he would have loved.
    It left a warm glow in the hole his passing left in our hearts.

    Binghams are brilliant!

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Cole (Tricia)
    thank you for your lovely words, we certainly will not forget this funeral, your grandchildren are very talented and he would be very proud
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 John Simmons 29th Aug 2020

    5 STARS really says more than words. Very grateful and also very glad that my mother chose an independent funeral directors. So much more personal. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear John thank you it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Claire Bale 22nd Aug 2020

    Andrew Bingham Funeral Services have been excellent all the way through planning and organising my mother’s funeral. They have been caring and compassionate while delivering an efficient and effective service. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Claire
    thank you for leaving such a lovely review it is most appreciated and you are most welcome
    Andrew
  • 5 Janice Benning 2nd Aug 2020

    I cannot praise the service we received highly enough. Nothing was too much trouble. Andrew and his team were supportive, helpful and always there to answer questions and assist. They also arranged for a dedicated and excellent Celebrant, who made sure that the service went without a hitch. I am grateful for all they did to make a difficult time considerably easier.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Barnes
    thank you for your kind words you are very welcome
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Elizabeth Thurlow 24th Jul 2020

    I cannot rate Andrew and his team highly enough. The attention to detail throughout the planning of dad’s funeral and the actual day was second to none. Andrew took the pressure off me throughout which was much appreciated. I would highly recommend Andrew Bingham Funeral Services

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Thurlow
    thank you for your lovely words, it is very much appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Derek Westrup 23rd Jul 2020

    Very professional service, friendly and helpful.  

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Westrup
    it was a privilege to help
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Lewis Bennett 21st Jul 2020

    Andrew looked after both mum and dad could not have done more thank you Andrew and all your team

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Lewis
    thank you for your comments, it was a privilege to help you and your family
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Bryony Allen 14th Jul 2020

    Having used Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Services 6 years ago for my father's funeral, I had no hesitation at all in using them again. This time, the funeral was for my mother.

    Everyone on the team there is equally caring and compassionate. They listen to what you want, offered advice and suggestions but always respected what I wanted for my Mum. They are available 24 hours a day, and no questions are too silly or trivial.

    Even in these times of social distancing and restrictions on funerals, ie no singing and limited numbers in church, none of this affected the dignity of the process. In fact, it was barely noticeable. I was still able to see Mum at rest and the gown that she was dressed in (government guidelines prohibited the wearing of the deceased's own clothes) was of very high quality and matched the fabric inside her coffin.

    Overall, the service offered is professional, highly respectful and dignified. This is a horrible, emotional time but they do everyone they can to help you through it. I would highly recommend them.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Bryony
    Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely comments, it is very kind and i am pleased that we could help you
    Regards
    Andrew and Heidi

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

Hazel Cameron 24th Nov 2020

So kind and patient. We had all the time we needed and to be able to phone and clarify points and have such a friendly reception on the other end was a great reassurance.

Maureen Webster 23rd Nov 2020

At such a sad time, I found Andrew, Heidi and there staff to be, respectful, sensitive and caring.  They paid attention to detail, and where happy to carry out special request.  It’s a real family service  I was recommended to them by a friend and they did not disappoint.  So I am recommending them to you, because they proved funerals do not have to be cold and uncaring events.

Lisa Rice 20th Nov 2020

A very professional service with friendly and helpful staff. I would highly recommend this company.

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