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

Jeanetta Darrah 24th Mar 2024

From the first meeting to the closing of the curtains, they were there for us as a wife of and my two daughters also family and friends. The staff were kind, understanding and delivered Jim to his resting place with pride and dignity. The whole team made the hardest day possible. Thank you.

Geoffrey Bullard 18th Mar 2024

Thank you. I was pleased with all you and your team did for us. I was particularly pleased with the service sheet. The photo came up well. Thank you again.

Janet Francis 17th Mar 2024

Andrew, Heidi, James and the team were amazing. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was done with kindness and sensitivity. The day of the funeral ran smoothly and we cannot recommend Andrew and his staff highly enough. Thank you for your kindness and respect.

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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.

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Jeanetta Darrah 24th Mar 2024

    From the first meeting to the closing of the curtains, they were there for us as a wife of and my two daughters also family and friends. The staff were kind, understanding and delivered Jim to his resting place with pride and dignity.
    The whole team made the hardest day possible.
    Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jeanetta
    having known Jim for many years, it was a very sad privilege to look after him and yourselves, he will be very sadly missed by many people.
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Geoffrey Bullard 18th Mar 2024

    Thank you. I was pleased with all you and your team did for us. I was particularly pleased with the service sheet. The photo came up well.

    Thank you again.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Bullard
    Thank you, it was a privilege to help
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Janet Francis 17th Mar 2024

    Andrew, Heidi, James and the team were amazing. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was done with kindness and sensitivity. The day of the funeral ran smoothly and we cannot recommend Andrew and his staff highly enough. Thank you for your kindness and respect.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Francis
    Your very kind words are very much appreciated by all at Andrew Bingham IFS. Thank you
  • 5 Caroline Edge 17th Mar 2024

    Very friendly, helpful and accommodating throughout

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Caroline
    Thank you for your kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Molly Garnham 14th Mar 2024

    Everyone at Andrew Bingham was so lovely and kind, nothing was too much trouble. I felt comforted in that Grandad was being cared for with dignity and respect. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Molly Thank you it was a privilege, your kind words are very much appreciated.
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Jeremy Ormes 11th Mar 2024

    Andrew and his team have been excellent in all aspects of planning and executing my brothers funeral. I cant thanks them enough for this, his support and help has made a difficult time for us a lot easier

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Jeremy
    It was a privilege to help you and your family and your kind words are very much appreciated by all of us at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Grant Waller 10th Mar 2024

    Everything was handled efficiently and respectfully and Mr Bingham has a very pleasant manner.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Grant
    You are very kind, thank you
    Kind regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Iain Norman 8th Mar 2024

    Very professional at all times
    Always wiling to go the extra mile. 
    Highly recommended 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Norman
    Thank you for your very kind comments, it is very much appreciated, we will always try our best to go that extra mile,
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 John Finbow 5th Mar 2024

    Showed great respect and patience with all of the family in the organisation of the funeral, staff were of the highest level of professionalism and respectfulness. I am not usually a one for high praise but it was fully justified in this case. Thank you

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Finbow
    Thank you very much for your very kind words, it was a privilege to help and it is most appreciated
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Neil Sharp 24th Feb 2024

    We could not have hoped for a more professional service. Would highly recommend.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Sharp
    Thank you, you are most welcome and it was a privilege to help
    Regards
    All at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Linda Dunce 22nd Feb 2024

    Bev stood out for us as a family as being very caring and professional, very warm hearted.
    As a whole we would highly recommend Andrew Bingham funeral services as thoughtful and caring.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Linda
    Thank you very much for your very kind words, Bev, myself and team very much appreciate it.
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Margaret Bond 19th Feb 2024

    My family and I would like to thank you for all you did for us both on the day and before.
    Thanks to you and your staff - we appreciated all your help and kindness 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Bond
    Thank you, you are very welcome, it was a privilege to help
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Patricia Wheatley 17th Feb 2024

    Outstanding services provided by all that were involved. We felt supported at this very difficult time.  The service was led beautifully by Bev. 
    Thank you so very much. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Patricia
    Thank you for your very kind words, Bev myself and team really appreciate it.
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Hilary Wilson 13th Feb 2024

    Andrew Bingham made a difficult and stressful situation much easier to deal with. He and his staff were kind, caring and compassionate, and you felt confident that they would make the day go as smoothly as possible. 
    I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Hello Hilary
    It was a privilege to look after the arrangements for your mother, i have such lovely memories of my mum and your mum
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Marjorie Hammond 11th Feb 2024

    The arrangements for my husband’s funeral were handled with great care , empathy and quiet professionalism .Andrew & Heidi and their staff clearly take great pride in providing a very personal service. With their guidance the funeral was everything our family hoped for. 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Hammond
    Thank you, i am very proud of what we do and of our team, we really do take pride in all that we do and really appreciate your very kind words
    Regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Jenny Mayes 10th Feb 2024

    Outstanding service from start to finish, nothing to much trouble always there to help , just can’t say enough how kind and understanding all staff were 
    JM

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Jenny
    That really is very kind, you are very welcome.
    Kind regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Wendy Garner 9th Feb 2024

    Andrew, Heidi and their team provided excellent care for our beloved mum, supporting us from the beginning of our loss, and I know will continue to do so until mum is reunited with our cherished dad.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Wendy
    Thank you for your very kind words, myself and team very much appreciate it.
    Kind regards
    Andrew
  • 5 Terence Bishop 4th Feb 2024

    Thanks to all at Andrew Binghams, efficient and polite
    service, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Bishop
    Thank you, it is most appreciated by all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Mark Bennett 29th Jan 2024

    Andrew and his team made were first class throughout . We found things very quick and easy to organize and Andrews understanding of our requirements gave us full confidence that things were in good hands .

    We cannot thank them enough .


    Mark

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mark
    Thank you, your kind words are very much appreciated by all at Andrew Bingham IFS
  • 5 Vivienne Recas 22nd Jan 2024

    The service given by Andew and his team was flawless. Every detail of the day was conducted with great kindness, professionalism and dignity. We as a family we are very grateful. Thank you.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Recas
    Thank you for your lovely words, you are very welcome
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Margaret Marsh 22nd Jan 2024

    Andrew and the team have been excellent. They have responded quickly to any queries we have had and provided a superb service

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mrs Marsh
    Thank you for your very kind words, it is very much appreciated
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Alison Milsted 19th Jan 2024

    So friendly and helpful and loving towards you in the time of need. Could not ask for a better company to look after you they are so kind and professional but also sympathic. 100% would recoomend this company to anyone.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Alison
    thank you very much for your lovely words, we really all do appreciate it.
    Regards
    Andrew and team
  • 5 Sarah Sully 17th Jan 2024

    At a very sad time for our family, Andrew was a huge support. He had already organised the funerals of our grandmother and father and our mother’s wish was that he would also look after her when the time came. We knew we could trust him completely. Andrew was kind and compassionate. Our mother’s funeral service was so well organised, with respect and a sense of occasion. It was a very fitting tribute to her life. We thank Andrew and all his staff for their professionalism and empathy.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Sarah
    Thank you very much for such lovely and kind words, it was a privilege to help with your mother's funeral
    Regards
    Andrew and colleagues
  • 5 Ricky Paterson 14th Jan 2024

    Andrew Bingham were very helpful throughout and responded to any queries quickly and thoughtfully, at a difficult time.

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Mr Paterson
    Thank you, it was a privilege to help you and your family
    Kind regards
    Andrew and Team
  • 5 Susan Childs 12th Jan 2024

    I can’t thank Andrew Bingham and his wonderful team enough!! The whole process of arranging our Dad’s funeral went so smoothly. With the loss of our Dad it was a very difficult and sad time.  The help and advice that was provided meant that we didn’t feel stressed and we could concentrate on our grieving. Thank you so much 🙏🏻

    Andrew Bingham replied
    Dear Susan
    Thank you very much for your very kind words, i am so pleased that we could help and make things that little bit easier
    Kind 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

Jeanetta Darrah 24th Mar 2024

From the first meeting to the closing of the curtains, they were there for us as a wife of and my two daughters also family and friends. The staff were kind, understanding and delivered Jim to his resting place with pride and dignity. The whole team made the hardest day possible. Thank you.

Geoffrey Bullard 18th Mar 2024

Thank you. I was pleased with all you and your team did for us. I was particularly pleased with the service sheet. The photo came up well. Thank you again.

Janet Francis 17th Mar 2024

Andrew, Heidi, James and the team were amazing. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was done with kindness and sensitivity. The day of the funeral ran smoothly and we cannot recommend Andrew and his staff highly enough. Thank you for your kindness and respect.

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