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Your Trusted Funeral Directors in Hatfield
Established in 1839, Burgess has served the Hertfordshire community as a family-run funeral director for over 180 years. Our business combines deep-rooted local knowledge with professional expertise to provide compassionate, tailored funeral services. We offer a comprehensive range of options including traditional cremation, non-religious ceremonies, eco-friendly funerals, and pre-paid funeral plans. Our dedicated team supports families through every step of the process, from arranging funeral details to creating lasting memorials. With six branches across Hertfordshire and 24/7 availability, we ensure accessibility and immediate assistance during times of need.Our stonemasonry division, Burgess Memorials, provides personalized headstones and grave maintenance services. We maintain strong industry accreditations through partnerships like Golden Charter, ensuring financial security for pre-paid plans. Having navigated our own family bereavements, we approach each case with genuine empathy and understanding. Our commitment to quality service is reflected in customer testimonials praising our professional yet caring approach. As fourth-generation funeral directors, we continue evolving while preserving the personal touch that defines our family legacy.
Services
Cremation Services
Non-Religious Funerals
Eco-Friendly Funerals
Funeral Planning
Memorial Design
Funeral Vehicles
Grave Maintenance
Pre-Paid Plans
Sympathy Flowers
Obituary Services
Highlights and features
- We have over 180 years of experience serving Hertfordshire communities
- Our 24/7 service ensures immediate assistance during times of need
- We offer free eco-friendly funeral planning consultations
- Our stonemasonry division creates personalized, lasting memorials
- We provide tailored funeral arrangements with transparent pricing
Associations and certifications
- Golden Charter
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Supportive and compassionate
Professional staff
Personalized service
Timely arrangements
Compassionate approach
Services
Cremation Services
Our cremation services provide dignified options for families seeking traditional or direct cremation arrangements. We handle all logistical aspects including transportation, documentation, and coordination with crematoriums. Our experienced staff offers guidance on ceremony options and memorial planning while maintaining cost transparency.
Eco-Friendly Funerals
We specialize in environmentally conscious funeral arrangements that minimize ecological impact. Our free planning service helps clients select biodegradable materials, natural burial grounds, and sustainable practices while maintaining affordability. This includes sourcing eco-friendly coffins and recommending carbon-neutral transportation options.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Our pre-paid funeral plans allow individuals to arrange and finance their funeral details in advance. Partnering with Golden Charter, we offer price protection against future inflation while covering essential services like transportation, documentation, and professional fees. Plans can be customized to specific wishes.
Memorial Design
Burgess Memorials provides personalized grave markers and commemorative tributes crafted to individual specifications. Our stonemasonry team assists with design selection, inscription creation, and cemetery regulations compliance. We also offer maintenance services for existing memorials and grave sites.
24/7 Bereavement Support
We provide immediate assistance for bereaved families at any hour. Our round-the-clock team offers compassionate guidance on initial steps following a death, including documentation requirements and temporary care arrangements. This service ensures timely support during critical moments.
People
James Burgess
Founder
Established the funeral directing business in 1839, building on the family's Hatfield community presence dating back to the 1700s. His legacy of compassionate service continues through four generations of family leadership.
Bradley Burgess
Director
Current director providing personalized support during funeral arrangements. Recognized for compassionate guidance through testimonials highlighting his professional yet empathetic approach to family bereavements.
Questions
What services do you offer for eco-conscious funerals?
We provide free eco-friendly funeral planning, biodegradable materials, and natural burial options while maintaining cost parity with traditional services.
Can I arrange a funeral outside regular office hours?
Yes, our 24/7 service ensures immediate assistance with funeral arrangements at any time through our dedicated helpline.
Do your pre-paid plans cover all funeral costs?
Our plans cover funeral director services with price protection. Third-party costs like cremation fees receive partial coverage through Golden Charter allowances.
How do you support families creating memorials?
Burgess Memorials offers personalized headstone design, inscription services, and grave maintenance through our in-house stonemasonry expertise.
Are non-religious funeral options available?
Yes, we specialize in humanist ceremonies and personalized memorial services that reflect individual life stories without religious elements.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Hertfordshire with branches in Hatfield, St Albans, Welwyn Garden City, and surrounding areas.
