S A Bates & Son Funeral Directors
- 115 West Street, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1SG
- 01582 663633
Funeral directors in Bedfordshire
Our local funeral directors in Bedfordshire are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
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From plans to probate
Expert support with funeral services, memorials and more
Serving the Bedfordshire area
Our funeral directors in Bedfordshire have three funeral homes in the county, at Bedford, Dunstable and Biggleswade. However you'd like to say goodbye, whether that's a quiet morning or a full day with everyone there, you'll be looked after with the same warmth. When you feel ready, you'll sit down with us, tell us a little about the person you've lost, and take the choices one at a time. Our branches here are long established, with experienced teams who know the towns they serve. Speak to one of our funeral homes in the county whenever you'd like to begin.
Our teams across Bedfordshire can talk you through an attended funeral in Bedfordshire or an unattended funeral in Bedfordshire, and help you choose memorials in Bedfordshire when you feel ready. You can also see our funeral directors in Bedford, Biggleswade and Dunstable.
Arranging a funeral in Bedfordshire
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.
How to register a death
How to register a death in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: the deadline, where to go, who can do it, what to take and the certificate you receive.
Our services
Funeral with a ceremony
A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
- Included:Burial or cremation, with unlimited guests
- Included:A Basic coffin and hearse included, or the option to choose something more personal.
- Included:Care in our first class facilities
Funeral without a ceremony
A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
- Included:Cremation only
- Included:A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin
- Included:Ashes returned in simple container
How much does a funeral cost?
The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. You can choose to add a personal touch, such as a unique coffin, flowers, your choice of transport, a printed order of service or a memorial. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.
There might be additional costs depending on the type of funeral you choose, or what you require. You can find out additional costs by looking at Additional Options Price Lists on each branch's webpage. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.
Your local funeral director will be able to talk you through your options and give you an idea of costs.
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FAQs
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Advice and guidance
Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
How to reduce funeral costs
Five practical ways to bring a funeral bill down, who is responsible for paying it, and why a cheaper funeral need not be a lesser one.
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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