Our premises situated in Haywards Heath town centre are spacious and comfortably furnished and yet afford an informal environment in which to discuss and finalise any funeral or memorial arrangements.

Should anyone prefer these discussions to take place in the privacy of their own homes, we are only too pleased to accommodate their wishes.

What To Do When a Death Occurs

• If the death occurs at home, telephone the deceased’s GP
• Contact a qualified Funeral Director who will then be able to advise you on what steps to take. These may include:

REGISTRATION OF DEATH

The death will need to be registered in the registrars office for the area in which the death has occurred. The following information and documents are required:

• Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (issued by Hospital or GP IF DEATH OCCURS AT HOME)
• Medical Card of Deceased (It may also be helpful to have the deceased’s Birth Certificate and
  Marriage Certificate available for information)
• Full name of deceased
• Date of Birth
• Place of birth
• Occupation
• Date of Birth of surviving partner if applicable
• Type of funeral arranged (burial or cremation)
• Maiden name if applicable
• Husband’s full name if applicable
• Husbands last known occupation if applicable
• Copies of the entry of death if required are obtainable from the registrar upon payment of the
  necessary fee

The Registrar will issue you with:-

A green certificate of Burial or Cremation which must be delivered to the Funeral Director as soon as possible prior to the funeral taking place.

A white certificate of registration of death, which should be completed and forwarded together with the deceased’s pension/benefit books to the local Department for Work and Pensions.

The offices of Registration within this district are:

HAYWARDS HEATH REGISTRATION DISTRICT

The Registrar of Births & Deaths - WSCC Offices, Oaklands, Haywards Heath
Tel: 01444 413415
Times of attendance: Monday to Friday 9.00 - 12.30 and 2.00 - 4.00
By appointment only

The Health Centre

Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint
Times of attendance: Tuesday and Thursday, 1.30 - 2.30
By Appointment Only

96 Church Walk, Burgess Hill
Tel: 01444 247726
Times of attendance: Tuesday and Thursday 3.00 - 4.00
By Appointment Only

LEWES REGISTRATION DISTRICT
Southover Grange, Southover Road, Lewes
Tel: 01273 475589
Times of Attendance: Monday to Fridays 9.00 - 12.30 and 1.30 - 4.00
By Appointment Only

BRIGHTON AND HOVE REGISTRATION DISTRICT

The Town Hall, Bartholomews, Brighton, BN1 1JA
Tel: 01273 292016
Times of Attendance: Monday to Friday 9.30 - 4.30
Registration can still take place at Hove Town Hall.
Tuesday & Thursday by appointment only through the Brighton office.

H.M. Coroner

There are various reasons why a death may have to be reported to the Coroner by a Doctor or by the Police. The Coroner’s duty is to establish the cause of death when a Doctor is unable to issue a death certificate.
Procedures for registering the death differ when the coroner becomes involved. Should this be the case, we are able to offer additional advice and information as necessary.

Our professional advice is freely available on any problems which may confront you. These may include questions concerning fees, costings, distance funerals (both at home and overseas), legal requirements, documentation, differing religious practices, non religious ceremonies, transport,
press announcements, printing, catering, floral tributes, recording and forwarding of donations, assistance with funeral costs and any other personal concerns or requirements that you may have.

FLORAL TRIBUTES

Help With Funeral Costs

The following information should be treated as general guidance.
Under certain circumstances the person responsible for making the funeral arrangements may be eligible for a grant or loan from the Department for Work and Pensions. This will generally apply should there be insufficient funds available to cover the cost of a private funeral, and if either you or your partner are in receipt of one of the qualifying benefits determined by the Department for Work and Pensions.
Clients confidentially is observed at all times Once funeral arrangements have been finalised, a full written estimate will be provided for your retention.

Memorials

In the case of existing memorials it may be necessary to remove these from site to our workshops for works to be carried out. A full detailed report and estimate, together with recommendations will be sent concerning any works necessary.
We are able to offer a full and comprehensive service with regard to supplying any type of memorial to your personal specification.
Brochures are readily available, and full written estimates and advice are provided without obligation. If preferred a visit to your home can be arranged to fully discuss your requirements and any associated costs.

PRE PAID FUNERAL PLANS

Providing For the Future
Some people wish to make their own funeral arrangements in advance, easing the burden on those they leave behind. For this reason we maintain confidential files with all the relevant particulars for future reference.

We are also able to offer an alternative to the above by providing a pre-paid funeral plan, payable in monthly installments or in a single sum. This effectively guarantees that the funeral arrangements made will be carried out as specified by you at today’s prices in the future. Making such arrangements may relieve both financial and emotional burdens from others in the future.

Guaranteed acceptance, separate trust fund, fixed price, no hidden extras Telephone or call into our office for a free brochure with full details.