Independent Funeral Directors in Aylesbury
About Dillamore Funeral Service?
We are an independent local funeral directors based in Linslade. Established in 1923 by the Dillamore family, our family has been serving the local community and surrounding region for 100 years. Our team is made up of Dillamore family members and people from the local community, and we are dedicated to providing professional and compassionate care to every family we work with.
Our premises on Old Road in Linslade is situated within walking distance of Leighton Buzzard high street, and we have a full range of facilities to take care of your loved one during their time with us. Our Chapel of Rest also provides a comfortable space for you and your family to spend time with a loved one in the days prior to their funeral service.
Funeral facilities in Aylesbury
Aylesbury is a market town based in Buckinghamshire. It is located 10 miles from Leighton Buzzard, and is just a short drive away from our premises. Aylesbury has several funeral facilities located in close proximity to the town centre, including Tring Road Cemetery, which can cater for funerals of all different faiths and beliefs. Aylesbury is fortunate to have several crematoriums close by – Aylesbury Vale Crematorium on the outskirts of the town, and Bierton Crematorium in the nearby village of Bierton. There are also several natural burial grounds close-by.
Arranging a funeral with Dillamore
For anyone experiencing a bereavement, our aim is to make the days and weeks following a death as smooth and as comfortable as possible. Planning a funeral with us is a simple experience, and our team work in a flexible way, adapting our service to meet your needs. We can be reached on 01525 372210, or emailed at info@dillamorefuneralservice.co.uk. You can also book an appointment direct on our website using our booking tool.
Should your loved one die overnight, we have a team on standby 24/7. They can support you in any way you need in the hours following a person’s death, and will arrange for your loved one to be brought in to our care whatever day or time it is. They can be reached on the telephone number above.
What do funerals in Aylesbury cost?
Arranging a funeral is a significant investment for most people, and on average they cost £3500-£4500. We understand that families come to us with different budgets, and it’s important that we can support you in arranging a funeral you can afford. Our team will always provide clarity with regards to funeral costs and will work closely with you as arrangements are made.
Funeral directors in the UK are legally bound to display a standardised price list in their window and on their website, and our team will always provide full transparency over costs and fees, offering you guidance should you need it.
Planning ahead for your funeral
As the cost of funerals rise annually, many people are planning ahead financially for their own funeral. One way to do this is through a prepaid funeral plan. They provide an effective way for you to plan ahead for your funeral whilst paying for the majority of it at today’s prices, offering you and your family the peace of mind that everything is taken care of.
At Dillamore we provide the Independent Way plan from Golden Charter. This is a flexible plan that ensures the funeral, the price and the way you pay is totally bespoke to you. For more information, visit the prepaid funeral guide page of our website or speak to a member of our team. We will always offer you helpful and impartial advice, without any pressure to commit.
Eco and green funerals in Aylesbury
As more people seek to make more environmentally-friendly choices, green and eco funerals in the UK have risen in popularity in recent years. A green funeral will typically take place at a natural burial ground – a person is buried in woodland or a wildflower meadow, with a tree planted in place of a gravestone. Aylesbury is fortunate to have Aylesbury Vale Natural Burial Ground just a short drive away from the town centre, and GreenAcre Chiltern Burial Ground in the local region.
If the environment is important to you, but a green burial isn’t suitable, there are many options and choices to make a funeral more environmentally-friendly. Our team are knowledgeable in this area, and can provide you with different ideas to arrange a more eco-conscious funeral.
Aftercare services in Aylesbury
The are several ways we can support you after a funeral has taken place, and our team are on hand for as long as you need us. We work closely with a local bereavement counsellor who can provide emotional support for anyone coping with grief, and our team would be happy to facilitate a meeting for you.
We also arrange memorials and plaques, working with a number of suppliers that can provide everything from more traditional headstones through to unique and unusual keepsakes.
In addition to this, we are experienced in managing charitable donations on your behalf. We can set up tribute and donation web pages, oversee the collection of all donations, and ensure they are successfully received by your chosen charity.