Phillips Funeral Directors
Funeral directors in St Albans and Harpenden, caring for families across Hertfordshire for over 50 years, since 1973.
Proud to be part of the Dignity group
Experts in care
Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Supporting communities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Local teams
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
Our locations
Phillips Funeral Directors
Dartmouth House, 68 Alma Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3BL
Phillips Funeral Directors
Marshal House, 67 The Quadrant, Marshalswick, Hertfordshire, AL4 9RD
Phillips Funeral Directors
Parchment House, 9 Victoria Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4EB
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Trusted by families across St Albans
Rated 4.975 / 5 based on 40 reviews.
Rated 5/5
From the minute we walked in to arrange my mother’s funeral to the day of the funeral everything was spot on communication with Clare was spot on made it so much easier for the family I couldn’t thank them enough
Bobby Powell, 28 September 2026
Rated 5/5
Very professional and compassionate.
Dave Pearson, 24 September 2026
Rated 5/5
I would highly recommend Phillips Funeral directors. My mum died unexpectedly and I hadn’t thought at all about what to do. A friend recommended Phillips and I an so glad that she did. They came out the same day on a Sunday and were so caring and respectful. I met with Keri and she was really lovely and guided me through the whole process. I am very indecisive but she was so patient with me. We went backwards and forwards with me trying to decide about which photos to use in the order of service, but nothing was too much trouble. The whole team are so professional and I had many comments about how lovely everything went on the day and that my mum would be so proud. That is all I wanted and Phillips helped me get there. Thank you so much.
Suzanne Davis, 23 September 2026
Phillips
Phillips Funeral Directors has been supporting families across Hertfordshire since 1973. From our funeral homes in St Albans and Harpenden, 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.
For over 50 years, we have built a trusted reputation for delivering professional guidance and understanding support during life's most difficult moments. We understand 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.
As part of the communities we serve, our experienced team combines local knowledge with dedicated personal care to ensure every detail is handled with dignity and respect. We are committed to making the funeral arrangements as straightforward as possible, giving you the support, reassurance and guidance you need every step of the way. We are also fortunate to have team members who can support families in French and Italian, helping us provide a welcoming and personalised service to a wider range of families.
We're here whenever you need us. You can call your local Phillips 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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