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Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors, Chichester
We take the greatest care as we look after the families of Chichester.
Our exceptional service for the lowest price within our local community. Guaranteed.
Our exceptional service for the lowest price within our local community. Guaranteed.
Where to find us
Call us on
01243 839777BASED ON 19 reviews
Rating 4.9
About our Chichester funeral home
At Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors in Chichester, we provide a range of funeral services to the families in our West Sussex community. We can arrange and conduct a beautiful funeral, allowing you to say goodbye to your loved one in a manner suited to you.
Having served the town of Chichester since 1999, we have been relied upon, by those coping with bereavement, to help make a difficult time a little easier. You can be sure of support and guidance while in our care, ensuring a tailored funeral that celebrates the life of the one you have lost.
To ensure the service is both a personal and meaningful occasion, we will sit down with you to discuss what you want and how we will make it happen. The team at our Chichester funeral directors is well versed in arranging all types of funerals, from the traditional and the religious, to humanist and more contemporary ceremonies.
Our funeral home is located on Spitalfield Lane, making us accessible to the whole of the town as well as our neighbouring villages in West Sussex. These include Bosham, Fishbourne and Tangmere.
If you need to talk to somebody, we are here to listen 24 hours. To arrange the funeral of your loved one,
Having served the town of Chichester since 1999, we have been relied upon, by those coping with bereavement, to help make a difficult time a little easier. You can be sure of support and guidance while in our care, ensuring a tailored funeral that celebrates the life of the one you have lost.
To ensure the service is both a personal and meaningful occasion, we will sit down with you to discuss what you want and how we will make it happen. The team at our Chichester funeral directors is well versed in arranging all types of funerals, from the traditional and the religious, to humanist and more contemporary ceremonies.
Our funeral home is located on Spitalfield Lane, making us accessible to the whole of the town as well as our neighbouring villages in West Sussex. These include Bosham, Fishbourne and Tangmere.
If you need to talk to somebody, we are here to listen 24 hours. To arrange the funeral of your loved one,
What we offer
- Price Promise: Lowest price guaranteed
- 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
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Tailored Funeral
A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.
We will provide you with a service that is truly personal and will meet your exact requirements and wishes. We will provide all of the necessary care for your loved one and allow you to personalise the funeral with any additional services you wish.From£1,350plus £1,424 estimated third party costs for doctor's fees, cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £1,424 estimated third party costs for doctor's fees, cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Find out moreTailored Funeral
A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.From£1,350plus £1,424 estimated third party costs for doctor's fees, cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £1,424 estimated third party costs for doctor's fees, cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Tailored FuneralFrom £1,350
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Direct Cremation
An unattended, yet dignified committal for your loved one.
Our Direct Cremation service provides all of the necessary care for when someone has died and ensures a dignified cremation is carried out without any ceremony or mourners in attendance.From£925Includes doctor's fees and cost of cremationIncludes doctor's fees and cost of cremationFind out moreDirect Cremation
An unattended, yet dignified committal for your loved one.From£925Includes doctor's fees and cost of cremationIncludes doctor's fees and cost of cremationDirect CremationFrom £925
Our Price Promise
Our exceptional service for the lowest price within our local community. Guaranteed.
We regularly check our competitors’ prices and are confident that we are unbeaten locally.
To give you further peace of mind, we also promise to match any local prices you may find after arranging a funeral with us.
We regularly check our competitors’ prices and are confident that we are unbeaten locally.
To give you further peace of mind, we also promise to match any local prices you may find after arranging a funeral with us.
Where to find us
Address
49-51 Spitalfield Lane
Chichester PO19 6SG
GB
Directions and Parking
You can find us on Spitalfield Lane, close to the main entrance for St Richard's Hospital.
There is parking available on surrounding streets. Please give us a call to arrange a parking permit for restricted areas.
There is parking available on surrounding streets. Please give us a call to arrange a parking permit for restricted areas.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Outside of normal hours, visits can be made by appointment only.
| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
24 Hour Availability
Outside of our funeral home’s opening times, we are available 24 hours a day by phone.
Call 24 hours on 01243 839777Supporting 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.
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.
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.
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.
Reviews of our services
based on 19 reviews
March 8, 2021
Rating 5.0
Everything ran very smoothly and Julie made the whole process simple and stress-free for us - just what you need at times like these. We were able to do virtually everything over the phone or on-line and we particularly valued the ability to allow others to join the funeral via the webcast. Melanie, the celebrant recommended by Julie, was excellent and very easy to get along with. We felt she achieved exactly the right tone for the occasion. I would highly recommend Dillistone and Wraights.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
March 9, 2021
Thank you for leaving a review online for Dillistone and Wraights Funeral Directors. I hope that our team has provided you with some comfort through this challenging time.
February 18, 2021
Rating 5.0
As usual we were looked after incredibly well by Julie and the team at Dillistone & Wraights, Chichester. Nothing is ever a problem from the biggest issues to the smallest details. We have used them several times over the past 12 years and have always received an impeccable service. This time things were a bit different with the current situation, but as usual from the first telephone call they were fabulous. We cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
February 19, 2021
It means a lot to the team for our clients to be able to share their experiences with us. It has been an honour to look after you and your loved one and to respond sensitively to your specific needs.
January 27, 2021
Rating 5.0
From the initial telephone conversation with Julie in Chichester, I knew I had chosen the right company to care for my wonderful husband.
Everything was carried out as I requested and the service we received was not only very professional but all done with great dignity and sensitivity.
I can only thank all concerned for guiding us through a very traumatic time.
Everything was carried out as I requested and the service we received was not only very professional but all done with great dignity and sensitivity.
I can only thank all concerned for guiding us through a very traumatic time.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
January 28, 2021
Thank you for sharing your experience online. You are helping others to make more informed funeral choices, whatever those may be. Your family continues to be in our thoughts and we are honoured to have been able to give you the service you needed.
January 12, 2021
Rating 5.0
Calm, tactful and compassionate, the office in Chichester helped me plan a lovely funeral for my mother. Dillistone & Wraights think of everything, they give you the opportunity to design your own stationery for the order of service and funeral notice. They made a sad occassion feel very special, memorable and unique.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
January 14, 2021
Thank you for your thoughtful and detailed review. It is incredibly helpful to other families in the same circumstances as yourself. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
July 27, 2020
Rating 5.0
My mother's funeral was held on 1 July at Chichester Crematorium. We were anxious about how it would go during the COVID crisis, but the whole organisation went very smoothly, from the funeral arrangements in the office, to the attendants and the celebrant at the crematorium itself. Everyone was very kind, helpful and efficient. The service was simple but appropriate, with a nice atmosphere that made a sad occasion as good as it could be. We are grateful to all the staff at Dillistone & Wraights for their excellent service.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
July 27, 2020
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us this review. It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time and that the final wishes for your Mother were carried out to the highest standard.
April 2, 2020
Rating 5.0
Julie and her team were fantastic, were sympathetic and couldn’t have been more helpful
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
April 3, 2020
We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Director. I am happy that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time.
April 1, 2020
Rating 5.0
The staff were so professional and compassionate.
They supported us at every stage in organising dad's funeral and the day was memorable for all the right reasons.
Many thanks.
They supported us at every stage in organising dad's funeral and the day was memorable for all the right reasons.
Many thanks.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
April 1, 2020
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us this review. It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time.
March 3, 2020
Rating 5.0
My sister and I were very pleased with the funeral arrangements provided by Dillistone & Wraights (Dignity)
Julie was very helpful and attentive with our every need, making the whole experience less stressful for us both
Thank you all at D&W
David Boyns and Lynda Seymour.
Julie was very helpful and attentive with our every need, making the whole experience less stressful for us both
Thank you all at D&W
David Boyns and Lynda Seymour.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
March 9, 2020
I am happy that we provided a professional service to you and it is good to know that we managed to make the day run as smoothly as possible.
February 21, 2020
Rating 5.0
The service was compassionate, understanding, comprehensive and clear.
We felt as though we were in safe hands and that the service that we wanted for our father would be delivered, as indeed it was.
I would thoroughly recommend Dillistone and Wraight to anyone going through the same process.
A first class service
We felt as though we were in safe hands and that the service that we wanted for our father would be delivered, as indeed it was.
I would thoroughly recommend Dillistone and Wraight to anyone going through the same process.
A first class service
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
February 24, 2020
I am glad you chose Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors to take care of your Father and you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected.
September 19, 2019
Rating 5.0
From the moment we walked into Dillistone & Wraights Natalie couldn’t have been more helpful,nothing was too much trouble.She took care of everything.My mas funeral was a really special time due to the care given by all the people involved at Dillistone & Wraights.I would highly recommend them.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
September 20, 2019
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. I am happy that you confided in us as a team to take care of your loved one.
August 22, 2019
Rating 5.0
An extremely professional service which was taylored to suit our needs of a small funeral. Natalie helped us throughout, and during a difficult time she made everything stress free & personal. Natalie also put us in contact with a lovely celebrant lady, Collette, who provided a memorable service for Mum. Thank you.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
August 23, 2019
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am pleased to hear that our team were so accommodating and their recommendations were helpful and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
August 6, 2019
Rating 5.0
Excellent service, utmost care and understanding from staff, everything carried out exactly to our wishes which helped us during a very difficult and upsetting time.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
August 7, 2019
Thank you for the comments left as part of your online review. I am glad that you and the family were well cared for and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.
July 18, 2019
Rating 5.0
from our first appointment through until after my daughters funeral, this company gave excellent service and advice. Natalie, the funeral arranger at the Chichester branch was amazing, offering advice and support at such a difficult time for us, James and the rest of the guys were great on the day. I would thoroughly recommend them to anyone. Thank you
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
July 18, 2019
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. Your feedback is always valuable to us and I am pleased that you were well looked after by our team.
July 9, 2019
Rating 5.0
The staff at D&W went out of their way to provide a friendly and approachable service for my fathers funeral. It was my first time organising something like this and Natalie put my mind at rest by organising all the details whilst involving us in every decision throughout the process. On the day Gerald and his staff made sure he was there to support the family whilst not being intrusive at this sensitive time. The Celebrant that was provided gave an uplifting and full description of my father and his life.
Everyone commented on how smooth the whole process was from start to finish. Many thanks.
Everyone commented on how smooth the whole process was from start to finish. Many thanks.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
July 10, 2019
We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with Dillistone & Wraights. We are glad that we were respectful of your needs at such a difficult time and that we provided you and your family the highest level of care and guidance.
June 20, 2019
Rating 5.0
My whole family and our friends would join me in commending Dillistone & Wraights funeral services. From helpful staff in the office, through phone calls with arrangements about the cars down to the service on the day - all staff were respectful, caring, efficient, smart & friendly. They helped us turn a tough day into a splendid send-off for my lovely mother.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
June 20, 2019
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am pleased to hear that our team were so kind and caring to your family and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried as you had requested.
May 31, 2019
Rating 5.0
I received excellent treatment from the staff, who explained everything to me with kindness and efficiency. On the day before the funeral I received a phone call to explain the procedure, and at all time I was treated with courtesy and consideration.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
June 3, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to complete the online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
May 28, 2019
Rating 4.0
The member of your team dealt with our requirements in a very professional manner at a very difficult time for our family.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
June 4, 2019
Thank you for posting your online review. I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.
May 17, 2019
Rating 5.0
Chichester Dillistone and Wraights are helpful, compassionate and friendly. Nothing is too much for them and the attention to detail was truly appreciated at such a sad time. Cannot thank and praise them enough.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
May 18, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
April 9, 2019
Rating 5.0
I used the Chichester branch of a Dillistone & Wraights and I cannot express enough how wonderful the two ladies where, supportive, caring and very sincere. They went above and beyond to ensure my mums funeral went well, they exceeded themselves and I cannot thank them enough for helping me through all the formalities at what was a very difficult time.
Response from Dillistone & Wraights Funeral Directors
April 9, 2019
Thank you for sharing your views with us on your online review. I am pleased that the arrangements for your Mother were carried out to your satisfaction and that you were so well looked after by our team.
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