Funeral Directors > Essex > Halstead
Losing a loved one can be extremely emotional and traumatic – which is why at Harvey Darke Funeral Directors with branches in Sible Hedingham and Halstead in Essex, and Sudbury in Suffolk, we are here to help and guide you with the funeral arrangements, every step of the way. Our family-run firm provides the highest standards of care at this very difficult time. A funeral is the last chance to say goodbye to a loved one and we pride ourselves on giving personal attention from the minute you contact us, helping you every step of the way with the funeral arrangements. Please read our step-by-step guide for answers to your questions or call us at any time to discuss your requirements. We can assist you out of office hours in an emergency. We also provide a service helping people to pre-plan a funeral. If the death is unexpected or unexplained, the Coroner will be involved and there may be an inquest – find our more information here. As members of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM), we adhere to professional guidelines and procedures at all times. Planning ahead for your funeral is one of the most thoughtful and caring things you can do. Learn more about our pre-paid funeral plans.
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| Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements | £1,070.00 |
| Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care | £250.00 |
| Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. | £325.00 |
| Providing a suitable coffin | £390.00 |
| Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) | POA |
| At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle | £575.00 |
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| Burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,595.00 |
| Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 | £1,495.00 |
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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.1 In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is: For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees. |
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For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2 In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is: |
£675.00 |
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| Additional mileage (price per mile) | £2.25 |
| Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) | £300.00 |
| Collection and delivery of ashes | POA |
| Embalming | £155.00 |
| Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) | £170.00 |
| Services supplied outside of normal office hours | POA |
The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.
1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.
2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.
Prices correct as from 27/12/2024and may be subject to change. E & O.E.
47 High St, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2JD
