Shires Funeral Directors in Bedford, Bedfordshire | NAFD

Shires Funeral Directors

Owned by: C. P. J. Field and Co. Ltd

360 Goldington Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK419NS

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01234356999

About

At Shires Bedford, we are proud of our many years of funeral arranging experience and we work hard to ensure that each funeral is tailored to your unique requirements. We believe that it is our role to fully support families through each and every step, from the first meeting, to ensuring that our professionally arranged funerals are exactly what you wished for, through to support and advice.

Latest Reviews

5

Marian brewer

a week ago

We couldn't have chosen a more professional company. The staff, Clare and Donna were friendly, kind and listened to what we wanted for our Mum's journey. Mum looked beautiful and at peace when we visited and it was obvious a lot of care had been taken to achieve this. The celebrant, Nikki was amazing and her professionalism throughout the service was perfect. We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who made this possible and would highly recommend them for your loved ones.

5

Barry Retchless

3 weeks ago

I cannot praise enough Clare Davies, John and all the people at Shires.Their dedication, professionalism and service are superb. They have guided me, helped me and arranged every step of my mum’s funeral. I would not hesitate to recommend the team at Shire’s, they provide a first class service from a first class team.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I arrange a funeral?


  • Most aspects of the funeral can be tailored.
  • You don't have to have a minister present.
  • There are some legal and administrative tasks.

How do I find the right funeral director?


  • Do some initial research.
  • Think about the sort of funeral you are looking for.
  • Choose a NAFD member for a high quality service.
  • Speak to a few funeral directors, either on the phone or face to face.
  • Choose the ones you feel comfortable with.
  • Ask them to explain their services and give you a breakdown of costs.

Compassionate Funeral Planning Tailored for You

Please speak to us to find out more about our services and pricing. We're always here for you.

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What usually happens after arranging a funeral

Most families arrange the funeral first. Dealing with the estate often comes next — something many people don't realise at the time.

There's nothing you need to do right now. A quick check can help you understand what to expect later.

Often comes up when:

  • Banks ask for paperwork
  • Property is involved
  • Uncertainty about a will
See what usually applies

Takes about a minute. No paperwork needed.

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