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Abbey Funeral Directors, Colchester
We take the greatest care as we look after the families of Colchester.
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About our Colchester funeral home
Abbey Funeral Directors in Colchester are dedicated to conducting dignified and respectful funerals for the local community. We believe that a funeral is a personal event, and that the service should be a meaningful celebration of life.
When we work with you to arrange the funeral, we will listen carefully to your requests, helping you to arrange the perfect farewell for your loved one which is tailored for you and your family.
We have experience planning all kinds of funerals, from religious and non-religious ceremonies, to woodland burials or colourful celebrations. Whatever you feel is most fitting for your loved one, we will be able to help make it happen.
We are here to support you 24 hours a day, so please give us a call as soon as you need us.
When we work with you to arrange the funeral, we will listen carefully to your requests, helping you to arrange the perfect farewell for your loved one which is tailored for you and your family.
We have experience planning all kinds of funerals, from religious and non-religious ceremonies, to woodland burials or colourful celebrations. Whatever you feel is most fitting for your loved one, we will be able to help make it happen.
We are here to support you 24 hours a day, so please give us a call as soon as you need us.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UK's finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
99.0%
99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
97.7%
97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.
Our funeral services
With two packages available, we will arrange a funeral for your loved one suited to your requirements. Whether it's a traditional or a more contemporary service, you have unlimited choice with our Full Service Funeral. If a little flexibility with the arrangements is not a problem, a Simple Funeral at a lower cost may be preferable.
Full Service Funeral in Colchester
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died.Our costs from£3,525Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.![Full Service Funeral in Colchester Image]()
Full Service Funeral in ColchesterOur costs from £3,525
Simple Funeral Service in Colchester
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.Our costs from£1,995This kind of service is suitable if you have the flexibility to choose from a limited choice of dates and times for the service and you do not want to have a lot of additional services added to the funeral. You can rest assured that we will never compromise on the care we provide when looking after your loved one.![Simple Funeral Service in Colchester Image]()
Simple Funeral Service in ColchesterOur costs from £1,995
Where to find us
Address
23 Drury Road
Unit A
Colchester CO2 7UY
GB
Directions and Parking
We are on the corner for Drury Road and Saint Helena Road, opposite Sainsbury's.
There is parking at the side and rear of the funeral home.
There is parking at the side and rear of the funeral home.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 01206 366632 if you require our services outside of these hours.
| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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.
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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.Find out more![Planning a funeral]()
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.Find out more![The funeral service]()
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.Find out more
Frequently asked questions
- When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.Learn More:
- You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
- Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.Learn More:
- If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.Learn More:
- Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.Learn More:
Reviews for Abbey Funeral Directors in Colchester
It is our honour to help you through this difficult time, like we have with our clients in Colchester. Read our client feedback below:
based on 4 reviews
April 6, 2020
Rating 5.0
Our review can only be positive. My sister and I were treated with the utmost respect by Tracey at the Colchester branch of Abbey Funerals. Whenever we needed to ask a question or change the order of service, Tracey was always so obliging. Luckily, dad had made his wishes for his funeral many years ago, and I had been able to update them whilst he was alive. That was a great help to our family. My sister and I had a couple of visits to the office to see Tracey and she was always patient and understanding. We even managed to have a few laughs!
The day of dad's funeral/cremation, was treated again exceptionally well by all concerned, lovely men who were in attendance at his house and at the crematorium.
Many thanks to you all, from our family. We would also add that we would recommend your business to any of our friends who live locally.
Yours,
Gemma Lee and Caroline Woollatt.
The day of dad's funeral/cremation, was treated again exceptionally well by all concerned, lovely men who were in attendance at his house and at the crematorium.
Many thanks to you all, from our family. We would also add that we would recommend your business to any of our friends who live locally.
Yours,
Gemma Lee and Caroline Woollatt.
Response from Abbey Funeral Directors
April 7, 2020
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected and your comments will provide great encouragement to the team to keep doing their job to the best of their ability.
June 1, 2019
Rating 5.0
Not exactly a review I or anyone else would usually write, however on the passing of my father I would highly recommended both abbey funeral directors and dignity as a must and a first stop in assisting with just about everything.
From Tracey in the office at drury road who dealt with everything you could and in some cases couldn’t think of to Scott and the team who assisted on the day, it was both outstanding and very much appreciated.
My thanks to all involved from start to finish, my mother is eternally grateful and although I feel for anyone who suffers a loss, please consider both abbey and dignity to help both relieve the pressure and allow you peace of mind.
My thanks again for everything
Bryan Green
From Tracey in the office at drury road who dealt with everything you could and in some cases couldn’t think of to Scott and the team who assisted on the day, it was both outstanding and very much appreciated.
My thanks to all involved from start to finish, my mother is eternally grateful and although I feel for anyone who suffers a loss, please consider both abbey and dignity to help both relieve the pressure and allow you peace of mind.
My thanks again for everything
Bryan Green
Response from Abbey Funeral Directors
June 3, 2019
We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with Abbey Funeral Directors. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
April 3, 2019
Rating 5.0
All the staff made me feel at ease they explain everything that would happen with mum and on the day of the funeral on the day it all went well and I felt very well looked after by all the staff
Response from Abbey Funeral Directors
April 4, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
March 20, 2019
Rating 5.0
All the staff at abbey were very professional and respectful of family wishes. We were given plenty of time in all aspects of the service, so thank you to all at abbey, including Jim, for making a distressing time more bearable. Anthony Still.
Response from Abbey Funeral Directors
March 21, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am pleased we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time and that you were so well looked after by our team.
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