– Would your loved one want a burial or a cremation?
– Where will the funeral be held?
– Should it be in a church, crematorium, natural burial grounds or somewhere else?
– What type of service is appropriate?
These are some of the decisions you will need to make.
From the most elaborate bespoke send-off to a no fuss direct cremation, being an independent funeral director enables us to meet your needs whether you choose a traditional, modern, simple or low cost direct service. We will work with you to create a fitting farewell for your loved one.
A direct cremation is essentially a funeral that is unattended by mourners. It is held at a time of our choice, and a funeral director and pallbearer from R. Locke & Son will personally accompany your loved one to the crematorium. Find out more about Direct Cremations. [ADD LINK]
A simple funeral maybe an ideal choice for families who are thinking of a direct cremation but would value an opportunity to gather and remember. Find out more about Simple Funerals. [ADD LINK]
Burial at a natural burial ground and nature reserve gives the choice of a more ecological option, either with or without a service beforehand at the venue or elsewhere. Find out more about Natural Burial Grounds. [ADD LINK]
Some families may prefer a church or crematorium service. We can work with ministers and celebrants to personalise your loved one’s funeral. It can be based on burial or cremation, religious or non-religious service. Find out more about Traditional Full Services. [ADD LINK]
Our chapel of rest at Brailes is also available for families to use for small services.
Our Brailes office is set in a most beautiful and peaceful area on the edge of the Cotswold countryside. Our reception rooms are relaxing and comfortable where we can sit down with a cup of tea or coffee,
to chat and make arrangements. The light and airy chapel overlooks the rolling fields and is decorated with fresh flowers.
The chapel of rest can seat up to 22 people and the chairs can be configured to suit your individual requirements. This enables us to hold your funeral service in Brailes, rather than a local crematorium or church, in a small and intimate setting overlooking beautiful countryside with waiting room, toilet facilities, disabled access and parking all on one site. There is parking for up to 8 cars available right outside our door and it is not unusual to see rabbits in the driveway, or a squirrel scampering past!
Recorded music can be played or you can have a live musician, and we have an electric piano available for your use. It is possible to have the service livestreamed if you wish.
You are welcome to take time to reflect amongst nature and wildlife when you visit, sitting on a bench and enjoying the view towards Shipston and across
the Cotswolds.
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