
Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
An attended funeral is a full funeral service with family and friends there. Our funeral directors in Hangleton will help you arrange it, and be with you at every stage.

Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
You can find us on on Queens Parade, close to the Grenadier Public House.
This is what an attended funeral costs at our Hangleton funeral director, including the fees we estimate you will pay to other organisations.

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

Keep them close with an urn, scatter tube, garden memorial or piece of memorial jewellery.

Create a lasting place of remembrance. Somewhere to return to, reflect and remember.
Rated 4.89 / 5 based on 38 reviews.
When we lost our mother, it was really hard to think of any arrangements; let alone funeral arrangements.
W CORNFORD & SON Funeral Directors were there to support us every step of the way. The respect and time and emotional support they provided was exceptional.
A Thank-You is not enough.
Suheir Mickhail, 6 April 2026
The Funeral Director was extremely professional, caring , friendly and talked us through everything.
We was able to take our time , which was much appreciated. Everything ran very smoothly and this was down to the Director and staff.
My family and I were very satisfied .
Denise made us very comfortable and put us at ease with the whole process.
Losing my mum is very hard and Denise and Funeral director were sensitive and compassionate.
Mum would have been very proud.
Karen Topham, 27 March 2026
Losing my dad has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, but Cornford & Son gave our family a sense of peace we will always be grateful for.
Dad looked so peaceful, which brought me comfort when I needed it most. It meant everything to us that they arranged for the hearse and limousine to come to our home so we could bring him home one final time, especially for his dog. That level of understanding and care meant more than I can express.
From Denise’s kindness and reassurance in the office, to Adam leading the procession with such calm strength, and the unseen team working so respectfully behind the scenes — every detail was handled with grace and dignity.
They didn’t just organise a funeral; they gave our family peace on one of the hardest days of our lives. I will always be deeply grateful.
Evelyn Konen, 17 February 2026

Bereavement and grief affect people in different ways. There's no right or wrong way to feel. The NHS website has advice and places to go for support.

If you get certain benefits you may be eligible for the Funeral Expenses Payment. You can find out more, check your eligibility, and apply on the GOV.UK website.

There are government organisations that need to know when someone dies. Tell Us Once is a service that lets you report the death to most of them in one go.
Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.
Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.