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Worthing Funeral Directors Since 1900
Ian Hart is a fourth-generation family-run business serving the Worthing, Shoreham, and Littlehampton communities for over 120 years. Established with a legacy of compassionate service, we offer a comprehensive range of funeral solutions tailored to individual needs, including religious, non-religious, traditional, bespoke, and direct cremation services. Our dedicated team operates from a purpose-built chapel in Broadwater, equipped with modern facilities to accommodate up to 60 mourners, and provides 24/7 support during times of bereavement. As members of the National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), we adhere to strict professional standards while maintaining affordability through transparent pricing structures.With deep-rooted local knowledge and a commitment to continuous improvement, our staff combine generational expertise with contemporary practices to deliver dignified, personalised funeral arrangements. Our FCA-authorised funeral plan services enable clients to pre-arrange ceremonies, ensuring peace of mind for families while preserving financial control.
Services
Religious Funerals
Non-Religious Funerals
Traditional Services
Bespoke Memorials
Direct Cremations
Funeral Plans
Chapel Ceremonies
Crematorium Services
Pre-Paid Arrangements
24-Hour Support
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family business with 120+ years of local experience
- Own chapel accommodating religious and non-religious ceremonies
- 24/7 compassionate support during bereavement
- Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
- FCA-authorised funeral plan providers
Associations and certifications
- SAIF (National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors)
What people say
Compassionate professional service
Nothing too much trouble
Exceptional personal attention
Seamless arrangements
Outstanding support
Services
Religious Funerals
We specialise in arranging faith-based funerals respecting diverse religious traditions. Our experienced team coordinates with local clergy and faith communities to create meaningful ceremonies incorporating specific cultural and spiritual requirements while maintaining the highest standards of dignity and respect throughout the process.
Non-Religious Funerals
Our secular funeral arrangements focus on celebrating individual lives without religious elements. We provide skilled celebrants who craft personal tributes reflecting the deceased's character, achievements, and relationships while offering flexible options for music, readings, and memorial content.
Bespoke Memorials
We create unique memorial experiences tailored to personal preferences. From themed funerals to special location services, our directors work closely with families to incorporate individual elements that authentically represent the deceased's personality and life story.
Direct Cremations
Our cost-effective direct cremation option provides essential services without formal ceremonies. This includes professional care of the deceased, cremation arrangements, and ashes return, with full administrative support for families choosing private memorials at later dates.
Funeral Plans
We offer FCA-authorised funeral plans allowing advance arrangements with guaranteed pricing. These plans ensure personal wishes are respected while relieving families of decision-making responsibilities and financial burdens during bereavement periods.
People
Ian Hart
Funeral Director
Fourth-generation funeral director with 30+ years' experience. Holds NADF diploma, served as Sussex Funeral Directors Association president, and established the current business in 2004.
Jane James
Funeral Director
Manager and funeral director since 2006. Specialises in compassionate client support and ceremony coordination with extensive experience in memorial personalisation.
Sam Hart
Funeral Director
Third-generation practitioner trained by family experts. Combines traditional values with modern approaches, specialising in supporting families through contemporary bereavement challenges.
Chris Cook
Funeral Director
Experienced director since 2015, known for meticulous attention to detail and creating meaningful tributes that reflect individual life stories through personalised service elements.
Sue Hart
Company Director
Integral business director since inception, managing operational aspects while maintaining the company's commitment to traditional values and community service standards.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide religious funerals, non-religious ceremonies, traditional services, bespoke memorials, and direct cremations at our family-owned chapel in Worthing.
Can I pre-plan a funeral?
Yes, we offer FCA-regulated funeral plans allowing you to arrange and pre-pay for your funeral with guaranteed prices and flexible payment options.
Do you operate outside normal business hours?
Our team provides 24/7 support for bereavement arrangements with immediate assistance available through our 24-hour contact line.
What facilities do you have for funeral ceremonies?
Our Gordon Chapel in Broadwater accommodates 60 mourners with multimedia capabilities, wheelchair access, and live webcasting for remote attendance.
How are funeral costs determined?
We provide transparent pricing tailored to individual requirements with no hidden fees, offering detailed quotations during private consultations at your home or our offices.
