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Heritage Funerals Ltd

Heritage Funerals are proud to serve all families of all faiths and cultures including Christian, Catholic and Hindu Funerals in Luton & Dunstable and the surrounding area.

We, Heritage Funerals are an independent, family owned Local Funeral Directors based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire. We are available to you at all times of the day and night to offer you guidance and support so you are able to take the first steps following the passing of your loved one. ​ Please don't hesitate to contact us 24 hours a day to get immediate advice for your specific situation 01582 516516 ​ We guarantee the very best care for each one of our families and will push the boundaries to find ways to go above and beyond your expectations ensuring that your family is at the very heart of everything we do. We arrange and conduct funerals to your wishes making your love ones final journey a fitting and unique tribute to them.

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At Need Funeral - Standardised Pricing List.

ATTENDED FUNERAL (funeral director’s charges only)

from £ 2,300.00

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Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements £800.00
Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care £195.00
Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. £400.00
Providing a suitable coffin £400.00
Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) £25.00
At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle £480.00
UNATTENDED FUNERAL

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Burial (funeral director’s charges only) £1,700.00
Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 £1,495.00
FEES YOU MUST PAY

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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.1
In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is:
For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees.
£790.00
For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2
In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is:
£1,020.00
ADDITIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

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Additional mileage (price per mile) £3.00
Collection and delivery of ashes £50.00
Embalming £195.00
Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) £300.00

The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.

1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.

2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.

Prices correct as from 23/05/2023and may be subject to change. E & O.E.

Services

  • Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
  • Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
  • Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
  • Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
  • The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
  • Memorials and tributes
  • Local expertise and knowledge Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
  • Prepaid funeral plans
  • Funeral services of all faiths and cultures

Our Team

Nikki Park

Funeral Director

Rosemary Bowen

Civil Celebrant

Deborah Burgess

Funeral Arranger & Administrator

James Tomes-Rolt

Mortuary Manager

Heritage Funerals Ltd

53 Katherine Drive, Dunstable, Beds, LU5 4NP, England

Opening Times

Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm 24 Hour telephone on call 365 days a year