
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 Hertford 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
We are located on the corner of Railway Street and St John's Street, near to Hertford East Railway station.
This is what an attended funeral costs at our Hertford 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 4.91 / 5 based on 34 reviews.
All went as planned
Tim Close, 16 September 2026
Thank you for arranging my father Peter's funeral with such care and professionalism. From our first phone call to the day itself, the team made an overwhelming process feel manageable — we're deeply grateful.
Every member of staff at Powells helped the day run smoothly, with every detail handled thoughtfully. It meant so much to our family.
Highly recommend Powell Funeral Service to anyone looking for genuine compassion and professionalism.
Richard Lloyd, 25 August 2026
I chose Powells because my Dad had taken out a Dignity funeral plan prior to moving from Bedfordshire, and we needed to change to a local funeral director. I was very happy that I made that decision. The service we received was very professional and respectful.
Carol Summers, 14 June 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.