Moodys Funeral Directors
Funeral directors in New Milton and Highcliffe-on-Sea, caring for Hampshire and Dorset families since the 1930s.
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Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
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Local teams
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
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Trusted by families across Hampshire
Rated 4.9 / 5 based on 40 reviews.
Rated 5/5
From the first phone call, to arrange collection of my mum when she passed, to the funeral service itself everything was perfect. I can’t thank you all enough for your outstanding support and care. You made such a difference at a really difficult time. Thank you.
Would highly recommend.
Christine Ford, 23 March 2026
Rated 5/5
J&D Davies, 14 March 2026
Rated 5/5
Following the passing of my mother, I approached Moody’s of New Milton, following a recommendation, to help with the funeral arrangements. I found Hadrian so friendly and understanding. He guided me through the whole process, from beginning to end, with compassion and patience. I was arranging the funeral alone and had never had to do this before. I didn’t feel pressured at any time and would recommend their services to anyone going through this sad time.
Clare Hughes, 24 January 2026
Moodys
Moodys Funeral Directors has been supporting families across Hampshire and Dorset since the 1930s. From our funeral homes in New Milton and Highcliffe-on-Sea, we are proud to provide compassionate, personal funeral care, helping local families create meaningful farewells that reflect the life, wishes and individuality of their loved one.
As one of the area's longest-established funeral directors, we have spent generations supporting families through life's most difficult moments with kindness, professionalism and understanding. We know that every funeral is unique, which is why we take the time to listen and help arrange a service that feels right for you and your family, whether traditional, contemporary, religious or non-religious.
Drawing on decades of local experience, our dedicated team will guide you through every step of the funeral arrangements, providing practical advice, reassurance and emotional support when you need it most. We are committed to taking care of every detail, allowing you the time and space to focus on remembering your loved one.
We're here whenever you need us. You can call your local Moodys funeral director 24 hours a day for advice, support or immediate assistance.
Frequently asked questions
Advice and guidance
Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.
What does a funeral director do
What a funeral director actually does, before the day and on it, how they care for the person who has died, and whether you have to use one at all.
Choosing a funeral director
What to look for when comparing funeral directors – local availability, itemised pricing, the care given to the person who has died, and how well they listen.
What to do when someone dies
The first steps after a death, in order – the medical certificate, registering, calling a funeral director and dealing with the estate, with timings.
Types of funeral
The types of funeral to choose between – burial or cremation, religious or not, ceremony or none – and how each can still be personal.
Questions to ask a funeral director
Fourteen questions worth asking before you appoint a funeral director – on costs, care, personalisation and paperwork – and what the answers tell you.
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