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Funeral directors in Clacton On Sea

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

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Serving the Clacton On Sea area

Our funeral directors in Clacton-on-Sea are Titford, on Old Road next to the medical practice. Whatever kind of service you have in mind, your family will be looked after with the same warmth and care. When you're ready, you'll sit down with one of our team, tell us about the person you've lost, and work through each decision in turn. The team here is experienced and part of the town. Speak to our funeral home in Clacton-on-Sea and tell us what you'd like.

Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Clacton On Sea or an unattended funeral in Clacton On Sea, and help you choose memorials in Clacton On Sea when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in Essex.

Serving the Clacton On Sea area

Titford Funeral Directors, Clacton

We can be found on Old Road, next to the medical practice.

Our services

These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.

Total price: £3,914

Attended funeral

A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
Our support and services
£2,995
  • A Basic Coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
  • A traditional hearse
  • Care in our first class facilities
Estimated third-party costs
£919
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£3,914

Optional extras:

  • Flowers
  • Printed orders of service
  • Memorials
  • Limousines and other transport options

Total price: £1,645

Unattended funeral

A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
Our support and services
£1,645
  • A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
  • Care in our first class facilities
  • A cremation without a ceremony or mourners present
Total estimated cost
£1,645

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

How do funeral costs vary?

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.

01255 220066
Lines open 24 hours a day
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Trusted by families in Clacton On Sea

Rated 4.6 / 5 based on 77 reviews.

Rated 5/5

Absolutely fantastic service. From start to finish Carlene, could not be more helpful, friendly, approachable and understanding with arranging my Dad's funeral. Then on the day itself Scott and his team were brilliant, they were so professional and respectful in how they conducted and coordinated everything making the funeral go as smoothly as possible. I cannot recommend them enough for how easy they made the whole process given the circumstances. A huge thank you to everyone.

Rob Wilkinson, 14 November 2025

Rated 5/5

Thank you Titfords for all your support, kindness and compassion. Our Dad passed away in August and from the first contact with Carlene we were relieved that everything was done so smoothly and professionally. We had never arranged a funeral before and our worries were taken away by your excellent team. Lorna took great care of Dad and we couldn't have asked for anything more. Thanks again x

tina toms, 6 October 2025

Rated 5/5

From the moment my mum passed away to her final journey, the care and compassion we received were exceptional. Everyone was so kind, professional, and understanding, which made such a difficult time a little easier to bear. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and everything was handled with genuine care and respect.

A heartfelt thank you to Scott and his team for their support and professionalism, and an extra special thank you to Lorna for the kindness, patience, and care she showed to my family. We’ll always be so grateful for everything you did for us.

Drive Well with Mel South Woodham Ferrers, 4 October 2025

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