Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors
The history of our Dorset funeral directors
Our history
Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors in Dorset have been conducting funeral services in Gillingham and surrounding areas since 1866. John and Edward Bracher were the great-great-grandfather and great-great-uncle of William Bracher, and originally began trading from their funeral home in Wincanton, before moving to Newbury, Gillingham at the end of the 20th centaury. This location is still where we serve families from to this day.
The Bracher Brothers, like many people who decided to become funeral undertakers, began their working life as cabinetmakers and upholsters. It was craftsmen such as these, as well as carpenters, ironmongers, wheelwrights, blacksmiths and many more, that decided to go into the funeral profession because they had the skills that equipped them to build funeral homes, coffins, urns, and much more.
John and Edward had unknowingly built the foundations of what would be one of the most renowned, loved and respected funeral directors in Dorset, and also one of the longest standing.
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Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
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4 King Edwards Court,
King Edward Square
Sutton Coldfield,
West Midlands, B73 6AP
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Calls are recorded for monitoring and quality purposes. All calls made to 0800 and 0808 numbers are free of charge whether made from a landline or mobile phone. Dignity Funerals Limited is a company registered in England No. 00041598. VAT registered No. 486 6081 14. Registered office: 4 King Edwards Court, King Edwards Square, Sutton Coldfield B73 6AP. Dignity Funerals Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under Firm Reference Number 967130. Please note that the selling and administering of funeral plans is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), however if you are purchasing a funeral without a funeral plan this will not be covered by FCA regulation.