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R. Gwinnell & Sons is a family-run funeral director serving families across Essex and Suffolk. The Clacton-on-Sea branch is part of a wider network of funeral homes established in 1986 by Roy and Christine Gwinnell, with the aim of providing a caring and supportive service to families during their most difficult times. Their eldest son Matt joined the business in 2002, having grown up watching his father care for local families, and the business has grown steadily since opening its first funeral home in Manningtree.
The Clacton-on-Sea branch can be reached at 01255 815600 and is available 24 hours a day. As members of both the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM), R. Gwinnell & Sons takes great pride in delivering a quality, professional service. Roy Gwinnell holds the Diploma in Funeral Directing and is a member of the British Institute of Funeral Directors.
In addition to funeral arrangements, the team offers a range of services including coffins, caskets and urns, headstones and monuments, hearses and limousines, and pre-paid funeral plans. The Clacton branch has also been recognised locally, having been thanked by the R.A.F.A. Clacton Branch for their support at the Battle of Britain Memorial services.
"Nothing was too much trouble, they went above & beyond to get everything we wanted. They were very professional & understanding. I've already told my family that I want them to take care of me when it's my turn!"
— Elaine Wells
Matt Gwinnell
Director
Matt joined the family business in 2002, having grown up observing how his father cared for families during difficult t…
Roy Gwinnell
Co-founder / Funeral Director
Roy co-founded R. Gwinnell & Sons in 1986 and holds the Diploma in Funeral Directing. He is a member of the British Ins…
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