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Funeral directors in Dorset

Our local funeral directors in Dorset are here to support you – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors in Sherborne

Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors

  • Newell, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4EZ
  • 01935 813479
Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors in Gillingham, Dorset.

Bracher Brothers Funeral Directors

  • Newbury, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QL
  • 01747 822494
Moodys Funeral Directors in Highcliffe On Sea

Moodys Funeral Directors

  • 405 Lymington Road, Highcliffe-on-Sea, Dorset, BH23 5EN
  • 01425 278383
Yeatmans Funeral Directors in Parkstone, Poole

Yeatmans Funeral Directors

  • 24 Albert Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH12 2BZ
  • 01202 741340
Yeatmans Funeral Directors branch on Bournemouth Road, Parkstone, Poole.

Yeatmans Funeral Directors

  • 3 Bournemouth Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0EF
  • 01202 741169

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Serving the Dorset area

Our funeral directors in Dorset have four funeral homes in the county, at Poole, Sherborne and Highcliffe On Sea. Whatever shape the day takes, the same care goes into every part of it. You'll sit down with us when you feel ready, talk about the person you've lost, and work through the choices one at a time. Our branch teams here are experienced and well known in their towns. Call one of our funeral homes in the county and tell us what you'd like.

Our teams across Dorset can talk you through an attended funeral in Dorset or an unattended funeral in Dorset, and help you choose memorials in Dorset when you feel ready. You can also see our funeral directors in Gillingham, Highcliffe-on-Sea, Poole and Sherborne.

Serving the Dorset area

Arranging a funeral in Dorset

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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.

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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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