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Our funeral directors in Bedford are at our Clarabut & Plumbe funeral home, just off St John's Roundabout. It is often the smallest things that bring the most comfort — a hymn they always sang, flowers cut from their own garden — and we'll make room for whatever you'd like to include. You'll sit down with us when you feel ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and take the decisions one at a time. The team here is experienced and part of the town. Speak to our funeral home in Bedford and tell us what you have in mind.
Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Bedford or an unattended funeral in Bedford, and help you choose memorials in Bedford when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in Bedfordshire.
We are just off St. John's Roundabout, opposite the Magnet Kitchen Showroom.
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £4,054
Total price: £1,645
The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.
Our prices include all the essentials
The prices you see on each branch's Price List are our lowest for each type of funeral. They include caring for the person who's died, a simple coffin, and the cremation or burial. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.
What affects the cost?
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. 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.
Rated 4.95 / 5 based on 115 reviews.
They were caring and sympathetic. They gave me guidance and help at a very low time. Communication was regular without being intrusive. I felt involved but not rushed.
Would definitely recommend. Thank you to Gordon who was so supportive and kind.
Elizabeth Roberts, 9 October 2026
Where do I even start. From the planning which my father done with Clara but and Plumbe 5/6 years ago when he took out his own funeral package. To the actual day of walking in and telling Pat the news of our dad’s passing. The whole team have been nothing but kind, caring, compassionate and treated our dad with dignity and respect. Just to name a few, Pat and Gordon was our go to for information on how to do things, or entertaining our 3 year old daughter making sure that she was also ok. On the day of the funeral, Gordon showed us kindness and compassion making sure that our dad had send off he deserved. Dan supported the boys with making sure that dad’s final wash was done with dignity and respect.
The team at Clarabut understood our Indian culture and traditions really well. They really supported us during the worst time our lives and gave us comfort that dad is cared for with love and respect.
Neelam Chandar, 8 October 2026
From our very first conversation with Gordon at Clarabut & Plumbe, right through to the final moments of the funeral day, we felt completely supported, cared for and looked after.
At such an incredibly difficult and emotional time for our family, Gordon’s kindness, compassion and genuine care meant more to us than we can put into words. He was there for us every step of the way, always checking that we were okay, answering every question no matter how small, and reassuring us whenever we needed it. Nothing was ever too much trouble.
What stood out most was how personal everything felt. Gordon treated us with such warmth and understanding, while ensuring our loved one was treated with the utmost dignity and respect. He made a heartbreaking day run as smoothly as it possibly could, and we always felt that we were in safe and caring hands.
The service we received was truly incredible. Gordon is an exceptional undertaker, but more than that, he is a genuinely kind and compassionate person, and we will always be grateful for the care he showed our family.
We honestly owe so much to Gordon and his wonderful team. They helped carry us through one of the hardest days we have ever faced, and we cannot thank them enough for everything they did for us and for our loved one.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Gordon and the whole team at Clarabut & Plumbe. ❤️
Gaveena Choda, 30 September 2026
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