Funeral Directors > Hampshire > Basingstoke

Debbie Collins

Maintaining Standards & Professionalism Family Run, Independent Funeral Directors in Basingstoke, Hampshire We are a family run funeral directors that has been caring for families in Basingstoke and surrounding areas for over 25 years in every aspect of funeral directing, building the reputation we are proud of We pride ourselves in care and attention given to every family and the person entrusted to us Our premises is located just ten minutes from Basingstoke town centre, the North Hampshire Hospital and St Michael’s Hospice Wheelchair accessible and ample free car parking facilities Providing a full service with over over 25 years of experience As members of the Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors {SAIF} our facilities and services are monitored by the regulatory body who directs the funeral market to ensure that the highest level of service are being made available to all families in their time of need A copy of the code of Practice is available on request All funeral services are attended by the funeral director and four uniformed pall bearers A full accurate breakdown of costs will be presented at the time of arrangements by way of signed estimate of fees to include funeral directors fees and third party disbursements When a family member is entrusted into our care we are here for you to guide you through all that is required in planning a funeral to help ease a very difficult time. All information given is transparent open honest and accurate.

Superb Reviews Some of my reviews received from families that have entrusted me to care for their loved ones here are just a few with many more listed on FreeIndex, click the link below to view them We have a high reputation for our professional service built up on recommendation over many years. Attention to detail and commitment to provide a personal funeral service with care and respect “Debbie provided a very caring and professional service to myself and family. I found Debbie to be very thoughtful respectful and professional in every way. I am very grateful to Debbie for making a very sad time bearable with her kindness.” Christine Cannon “Debbie gave me an excellent service, she and her staff were both caring, considerate and above all compassionate on what was a very traumatic day, she helped my family and I. Thank you Deb.” Dave Grimes “Debbie was very professional, caring and understanding. She helped us every step of the way and we couldn’t have managed without her. When you have lost someone it’s wonderful to know you have someone who is there for you, Thank you Debbie.” Amanda Sargent “Extremely professional service provided by Debbie at a very difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble, cannot thank Debbie enough for everything she did for us at a very difficult time. Many thanks.” Katie Johnson “From the bottom of mine and families heart we can not express how much this beautiful lady supported our family on the sad passing of our beautiful mum. Debbie a million percent is totally different and unique to anyone else! So calm and delivered a very personable service which was amazing and everything was perfect we was showered with care compassion respect promoting mums dignity all the time, her professionalism was outstanding as were her team . Debbie took care of everything her advice was insane nothing was to much trouble and she was always on the phone if needed. We thank you Debbie and team we will never forget how you delivered and made us feel We would a million percent recommend Debbie” Shelley Watts

At Need Funeral - Standardised Pricing List.

ATTENDED FUNERAL (funeral director’s charges only)

£ 1,663.00

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Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements £394.00
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 £200.00
Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. £220.00
Providing a suitable coffin £350.00
Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) £1.00
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 £498.00
UNATTENDED FUNERAL

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Burial (funeral director’s charges only) POA
Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 £1,395.00
FEES YOU MUST PAY

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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.
£998.00
For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2
In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is:
£961.00
ADDITIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

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Additional mileage (price per mile) £1.40
Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) POA
Collection and delivery of ashes £30.00
Embalming £300.00
Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) £220.00
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 28/06/2024and may be subject to change. E & O.E.

Services

  • Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
  • Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
  • Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
  • Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
  • The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
  • Memorials and tributes
  • Local expertise and knowledge Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
  • Prepaid funeral plans
  • Funeral services of all faiths and cultures

Debbie Collins

44 Folly Farm, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG26 5GJ