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Bereavement Guide

Introduction

Contents

When someone dies, there are many decisions and arrangements to be made. Unfortunately, these decisions and arrangements are required at a time of great personal distress and sadness. Coping with bereavement is something that we will all experience at some point in our lives. Different people react in very different ways and it is common to feel a whole variety of emotions, which can be unnerving and at times overwhelming. Nothing can really prepare you for when you lose someone close to you and it is important to remember that you should allow yourself time to react to grief in the way that is best for you. The Surrey Registration Service realises the difficulties you face at this time and we endeavour to provide a sympathetic, helpful and considerate service to you. The following pages are intended to offer you help and guidance about some of the things that you need to do from the moment a bereavement occurs, as well as providing details of groups and contacts that may assist you over the next few days and weeks. Please note that the information included on these pages give general guidance only and should not be treated as a complete and authoritative statement of the law. This publication will be in use from 2025 and the information included was correct at the time of printing.

Probate, property and

possessions

What to do after you have registered the death – Registration documents – Certificates

Tell us once

Letting organisations know

Organising the Funeral

Children’s Funeral Fund

for England

Other services to consider

Checklist

Help and support for you

Cruse Bereavement Care

Surrey contacts

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guidance, support and reassurance

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Probate, property and possessions

funds. Only when these responsibilities have been completed can the personal representative distribute the remaining estate to those entitled to it. Please note: if someone holds power of attorney for a person, this authority ends at the time of death. If you are the personal representative, you may need to apply for probate. The Probate Office will issue a Grant of Probate if the deceased left a will, or Letters of Administration if there is no will. You can download the required forms, along with notes and guidance on the steps you need to take, from the inheritance tax and probate section of the HM Revenue & Customs website: www.gov.uk/wills-probate-inheritance. You can also access Probate Records and request a copy of a will or grant at: www.gov.uk/search-will-probate.

When someone dies, somebody must organise their estate. This person is known as the personal representative (also known as the executor if they are named as such in the will). It is important to establish whether the deceased left a will, and if so, who the executor is. The will sets out what should happen to the deceased’s money, property and possessions (collectively known as the estate). The personal representative is responsible for paying all the deceased’s debts, taxes and expenses. These payments must be made from the estate, not from the personal representative’s own

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What to do after you have registered the death

If you discover an error on the certificates: A death registration is a legal document and therefore it is important that it is accurate. During the registration the Registrar will have clearly read back the information you have provided. Errors discovered after registration may have to be corrected. This could cause delays to funeral arrangements and processing of the deceased’s estate. There will be a statutory fee of £83 - £99 for all correction considerations. In addition to the correction fee, you will be charged for certificates. Please contact Surrey Registration Service on 0300 200 1002 or Textphone (via Text Relay): 18001 0300 200 1002 if you have any correction enquiries.

You will need these certificates to deal with the deceased’s finances, to close and access accounts and funds. Many banks and insurance companies now accept a clear photograph or scanned copy of a death certificate submitted online through their online bereavement portals. If an organisation asks you to send an original certificate, it must be an original certified copy and not a photocopy. Please request that the certificate is returned to you after they have processed it.

Registration documents

Once you have completed the registration, the Registrar will:

• Issue a green form (called a form 9) to arrange the funeral (unless the coroner has already issued one). • Report the deceased’s death to the Council Tax Office. Certificates You will also be able to purchase any number of death certificates from the Registrar. You can pay for certificates by debit/credit card.

If you later decide that you need additional copies of the death certificate,

you can purchase more at www. surreycc.gov.uk/birth-death-and- ceremonies.

Tell us once The Surrey Registration Service and local authorities across Surrey offer this free, national service which we hope will make things easier for you. Tell Us Once allows you to tell multiple government agencies about a death, all at once. At your death registration appointment, the registrar will give you a unique reference number, allowing you to notify organisations that participate in the service. Your unique reference number will only be valid for a limited time. Please refer to the Tell Us Once document issued by the Registrar. You can notify organisations either in one phone call or by visiting https:// www.gov.uk/after-a-death/organisations- you-need-to-contact-and-tell-us-once The Tell Us Once service is determined by the usual address of the deceased. Not all local borough or district councils offer Tell Us Once.

credits, for example Child Benefit and tax credits • Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) – to cancel benefits and entitlements, for example Universal Credit or State Pension • Passport Office – to cancel a British passport • Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) – to cancel a licence, remove the person as the keeper of up to 5 vehicles and end the vehicle tax • the local council – to cancel Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction (sometimes called Council Tax Support), a Blue Badge, inform council housing services and remove the person from the electoral register • Veterans UK – to cancel or update Armed Forces Compensation Scheme payments • Social Security Scotland – to cancel benefits and entitlements from the Scottish Government, for example Scottish Child Payment • HMRC and DWP will contact you about the tax, benefits and entitlements of the person who died. Tell Us Once will also contact some public sector pension schemes so that they cancel future pension payments.

They’ll notify:

• Armed Forces Pension Scheme • NHS Pensions for NHS staff in England and Wales • Scottish Public Pension Agency schemes for NHS staff, teachers, police and firefighters in Scotland • Pension Protection Fund and Financial Assistance Scheme • Local Government Pension Schemes (LGPS)

After you have completed the second part of the Tell Us Once Service, the departments that you have notified may contact you separately to confirm that the relevant processing has been completed. If you have not heard from a department within 28 days, you may contact the Tell Us Once telephone service who will follow it up on your behalf. Due to the secure nature in which your information is treated, the register office will not be informed of any correspondence between you and the department – it is a one-way process. We are unable to contact them for you. All the information you give is treated securely. The organisations that you notify will use it to update their records, but only as the law allows.

Organisations that currently participate in the Tell Use Once Service include:

• HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) – to deal with personal tax and to cancel benefits and

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Letting organisations know When you manage the affairs of someone who has died, you will need to correspond with a lot of organisations. People have different circumstances and the organisations you need to contact will vary. We have listed some of the main organisations you may need to contact. But please remember, if you have used the Tell Us Once service you will have already notified some of the following departments – in these cases, you do not need to contact them again yourself. It is very useful to have information about the person that has died available when contacting any company or association. This will make the task of completing any forms or documents much easier.

Details of the deceased that will be most useful to know include:

provider as they will advise if the deceased’s occupational pension can be passed to another family member or surviving civil partner. • Contact the deceased’s personal pension provider, if a policy was in place. • Contact a Jobcentre Plus or Social Security Office if benefit was in payment, for example, Universal Credit, Child Benefit, Attendance Allowance. (Please telephone 0800 169 0310 for advice, or visit www.gov.uk). • If the person who has died was receiving Working Tax Credit or Child Tax Credit, you’ll need to contact His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to let them know.You can call 0345 300 3900 or visit www.hmrc.gov.uk for guidance.

• Date and place of birth • Date and place of death • Spouse / Civil Partner’s full name, date of birth and occupation • Date of marriage or civil

partnership (if appropriate) • National Insurance Number • NHS Number • Child Benefit Number (if appropriate) • Tax Reference Number (if appropriate)

Pensions / Benefits / Tax Credits:

• Contact the Department of Work and Pensions to ensure any state pension payments are stopped. You can telephone them on 0800 731 0469 or visit www.gov.uk. • Contact the deceased’s employer or current occupational pension

Organising the Funeral Funerals can be expensive so remember to check where the money to pay for the costs will come from before making any arrangements. The deceased may have a pre-paid funeral plan. However, if the deceased does not have enough money in their estate to cover the cost of the arrangements, the person who organises the funeral will have to pay. If you are the one paying for the funeral and already getting certain social security benefits, you may also be able to get a payment from the Social Fund to help with the costs (please telephone the Jobcentre Plus Helpline on 0800 055 6688 for advice, visit the death and bereavement section of www.gov.uk). Friends, family, clergy or your doctor may be able to suggest local funeral directors with a good reputation for you to use. If not, most local firms are listed

Arranging the funeral yourself If it is preferred, the entire funeral can be handled by the bereaved family. Such a funeral is sometimes called a ‘personalised’, ‘independent’ or ‘family only’ funeral. There are various steps to take after you lose a loved one, see what to do after someone dies on gov. uk for guidance. Council cemeteries and crematoriums in Surrey are run by the district and borough councils. They may also be able to give you advice on alternative funeral arrangements or you may also find the Good Funeral Guide website useful when planning a funeral.

online. Remember, their charges can vary considerably, and you may want to contact or visit more than one firm. Most funeral directors choose to join one of two trade associations, but funeral directors do not have to be regulated to provide a service, so you may wish to check this first. Both trade associations have codes of practice and funeral directors who are members must provide you with a price list when you ask and will not increase any costs quoted to you without your permission.

National Association of Funeral Directors Tel: 0121 711 1343 www.nafd.org.uk

National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors Tel: 0345 230 6777 www.saif.org.uk

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Paying for a funeral If you are on a low income and need help to pay for a funeral you are arranging, you may be able to get a funeral payment. How much you get depends on your circumstances and if you qualify. Please visit the gov.uk website. Children’s Funeral Fund for England The Children’s Funeral Fund for England (CFF) was implemented on 23 rd July 2019. Under the CFF arrangements, the fees charged for the cremation or burial of a child under the age of 18 or a still-born child will be free to parents at the point of need and will be claimed by burial and cremation authorities directly from the CFF.

The scheme will also cover the price of a coffin, shroud or casket up to £300 as well as some funeral expenses. These expenses will be claimed by the funeral director but can also be claimed by the bereaved family where they choose not to use the services of a funeral director. For further information, please go to: www.gov.uk/child-funeral-costs Email: cff@gov.sscl.com Freephone: 0808 196 1759

Other services to consider Health services • Tell the deceased’s doctor and any other health service provider they may have used, such as local hospital, dentist and chiropodist. • Return any equipment the deceased may have borrowed from a hospital, clinic or Social Services. • Cancel any services received from Social Services, such as meals- on-wheels, transport or care assistants. Money There are several financial organisations that may need to be informed. These organisations will request to see a copy of the death certificate and include: • The Inland Revenue as there may be an income tax refund due visit www.hmrc.gov.uk or call 0300 123 1072. • Banks, Building Societies, credit card companies, insurers, Post Office savings, premium bonds, stocks and shares. • The HM Revenues and Customs Deceased Estates Helpline is 0300 123 1072 or you can visit www.hmrc.gov.uk to get advice and information on all tax matters relating to an estate.

Houses and Household bills • Ask the Post Office to redirect the deceased’s mail or you can register yourself online by visiting www.royalmail.com. • Use the Bereavement Register to stop unwanted junk mail or direct mailings arriving at the deceased’s home address – call 020 7089 6403 or visit www. thebereavementregister.org.uk to apply for this service. • The Registration Service will notify the Council Tax Department of a person’s death. However, you may wish to contact them directly to discuss any outstanding monies owed, refunds or reductions in Council Tax Charges. • Depending on the deceased’s circumstances, you may need to speak to a council housing department, housing association, mortgage company or private landlord. • Tell the deceased’s gas, electric, water and telephone provider. • Cancel any deliveries of heating oil. • Inform the insurance company that provides the household insurance. • Update HM Land Registry information if the deceased was a joint or sole owner of a property by visiting www.gov.uk/update- property-records-someone-dies.

Transport and Travel • Tell the car insurance company. Please note that anyone who is a named driver on the deceased’s car insurance will no longer be insured to drive the vehicle. • Return the deceased’s driving licence to the Driver and Vehicle

Licensing Agency (DVLA) – please see the Death and

Bereavement section on www. gov.uk or call 0300 083 0090 for further details of what you need to do. • Return the deceased’s car registration documents to the DVLA to allow the change of ownership to be recorded. • Return any Surrey free bus pass to Surrey County Council. For further information please email freebuspass@surreycc.gov.uk or call 0300 200 1002. • Cancel or return any travel passes or season tickets. Claim any refunds due. • Return the deceased’s passport to the Identity and Passport Service – please cut off the top right-hand corner of the passport’s front cover to invalidate it. You need to complete an additional form when returning the document – please call the Passport Adviceline on 0300 222 0000 for a copy or visit the passport section of www.gov.uk. • Return any disabled parking permit to Surrey County Council. Please call 0300 200 1003 for more information or visit the website www.surreycc.gov.uk/ roadsandtransport. Personal Items • Return any library books and cancel membership – Surrey Libraries can be contacted on 0300 200 1001 or via www. surreycc.gov.uk/libraries. • Send back any membership cards to clubs or associations and claim any refunds that may be due.

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Checklist Below is a checklist of useful organisations that you may need to contact. You must close accounts, cancel or change insurance details, subscriptions, agreements, payments or direct debits. It is useful to have reference numbers, date of birth/death and address information about the deceased when you contact any company or association. If you have used the ‘Tell Us Once’ Service, some of the following will already have been done for you and you will not need to contact them again. • Notify the family doctor • Find the Will – the deceased person’s solicitor may have a copy • Begin funeral arrangements – remember to check the Will for any special requests If there is a will • Contact the executor (usually nominated in the Will to sort out the deceased’s estate) – to enable them to start the process of obtaining probate What to do first

If there is no will • Decide who will apply to sort out the deceased’s estate • Contact the Probate Registry to apply for ‘letters of administration’ Who else to contact • Employer • School • Solicitor/accountant • HM Passport Office – to cancel passport • DVLA – to cancel driving licence and to return car registration documents if a change of ownership becomes necessary Government and Local Council departments • State Pension • Universal Credit • Council or Social Housing • Housing Benefit • Council Tax • Council Tax Benefit • Attendance Allowance • Carer’s Allowance • Blue Badge Parking Permit • Personal Independent Payment • HM Land Registry • Child Benefit • Library Services

• Electoral Services • Adult Social Care (for example, if a specific care package was in place) • Children’s Social Care • Owed Payments To Council (eg. assisted bin collection, allotment

fees, music tuition etc) • Bereavement Benefit

Financial Organisations • General insurance companies – contents, car, travel, medical etc • If the deceased was first named on an insurance policy, make contact as early as possible to check that the insurance will continue • HM Revenues and Customs – personal taxation, national insurance etc • Rental, hire purchase or loan agreements • Personal Pension provider • Occupational Pension provider • Life insurance companies • Banks and building societies, post office savings • Premium Bonds, Stocks and Shares companies • Mortgage provider • Credit card providers/store cards Utilities and household contacts • Landlord or local authority if the deceased rented a property • Any private organisation/agency providing home care

• Utility companies • Royal Mail, if post needs re-directing • TV / Internet / Satellite / Cable companies

deceased owed money • Debtors – anyone who owed the deceased money Benefits and financial help You may be able to claim certain benefits and one-off payments if you lived with or were dependent on the deceased. Time limits apply, so contact your nearest Jobcentre Plus office as soon as possible to find out. • Contact Jobcentre Plus • Check your current benefits and tax credits Making a new Will • Surviving relatives and friends of the deceased may need to make a new Will. It’s important to ask a solicitor about this. Bereavement – counselling and support • If you or someone you know needs counselling or support, ask your family doctor or contact an organisation such as Cruse Bereavement Care.

Other considerations • Bereavement Register and

Deceased Preference Service • Cancel memberships of clubs, trade unions, associations with seasonal membership • Cancel any local services, such as meals on wheels or transport • Return any travel passes / season tickets and claim any refund due • Return any Surrey free bus pass to Surrey County Council • Church / regular place of worship • Social groups to which the deceased belonged • Dentist and any other medical providers the deceased used eg.

local hospital, chiropodist • Return any equipment the

deceased may have borrowed from a hospital, clinic or social care services • Return any library books to the local library • Creditors – anyone to whom the

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Help and support for you When someone in your family dies, as well as distress, it can cause money problems. This may only be for a short time, while you wait for their estate to be distributed, or you may need long-term help. There are many types of assistance available, which depend entirely on your individual circumstances and will be subject to assessment prior to confirmation. • Bereavement benefits (Bereavement payment, Widowed Parent’s Allowance, Bereavement Allowance) • Increased State Pension Payments • Univeral Credit • Tax Credits • Housing Benefit • Council Tax Benefit • Personal Independent Payment (PIP) • Carers Allowance These include:

Cruse Bereavement Care Coping with bereavement Bereavement will be the most distressing experience we will ever face. Grief is what we feel when somebody we are close to dies. Everyone experiences grief differently and there is no ‘normal’ or ‘right’ way to grieve. Cruse is a national charity that provides advice, information and support to anyone who has been bereaved (children, young people and adults), whenever or however the death occurred. The service is provided by trained experienced volunteers and is confidential and free. Cruse offers: • Someone to talk to one-to-one if preferred, face-to-face or on the telephone. • Groups – many bereaved people find it helpful to talk to others in similar circumstances. • Education and information about many aspects of bereavement using publications and other sources of help and support. • Face-to-face support for children and young people. National Helpline: 0808 808 1677 Email: helpline@cruse.org.uk Cruse website: www.cruse.org.uk Cruse young people’s Helpline: 0808 808 1677 Website: www.Hopeagain.org.uk

• Age-related payments such as Winter Fuel Payment and

Attendance Allowance • Social Fund payments

• Support for dental treatment, prescription charges, eyesight tests and other NHS costs

To find out if you are entitled to any of these payments and for further information, please contact your local Jobcentre Plus office or Citizens Advice office. Detailed information can also be found in the benefits section of the www.gov.uk website. The Pensions Advisory Service – 0800 011 3797 The National Careline – 0800 0699 784 State Pension Tele-claims – 0800 731 7898 Age UK Surrey – 01483 503 414

Surrey County Council contacts • Telephone: 0300 200 1002 (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays) • Email: contact.centre@surreycc. gov.uk • Textphone (via Text Relay): 18001 0300 200 1002 • SMS: 07860 053 465 • Minicom: 020 8541 9698 Library Service – 0300 200 1001 Adult social care – 0300 470 9100 Concessionary fares and bus passes – 0300 200 1002 www.surreycc.gov.uk Surrey Borough and District Councils

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Town Hall, The Parade, Epsom,

Surrey Heath Borough Council Surrey Heath House, Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey GU15 3HD. Tel: 01276 707 100 www.surreyheath.gov.uk Tandridge District Council Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey RH8 0BT. Tel: 01883 722 000 www.tandridge.gov.uk Waverley Borough Council The Burys, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1HR.

Surrey KT18 5BY. Tel: 01372 732 000 www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Guildford Borough Council Millmead House, Millmead, Guildford, Surrey GU2 4BB. Tel: 01483 505 050 www.guildford.gov.uk Mole Valley District Council Pippbrook, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1SJ. Tel: 01306 885 001 www.molevalley.gov.uk Reigate & Banstead Borough Council Reigate Town Hall, Castlefield Road, Reigate, Surrey RH2 0SH. Tel: 01737 276 000 www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk Runnymede Borough Council Runnymede Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, Surrey KT5 2AH. Tel: 01932 838 383 www.runnymede.gov.uk Spelthorne Borough Council Council Offices, Knowle Green, Staines upon Thames TW18 1XB. Tel: 01784 451 499 www.spelthorne.gov.uk

Tel: 01483 523 333 www.waverley.gov.uk

Woking Borough Council Civic Offices, Gloucester Square, Woking, Surrey GU21 6YL.

Tel: 01483 755 855 www.woking.gov.uk

Surrey Jobcentre Plus Jobcentre Plus can be contacted on 0800 169 0190 or visit www.gov.uk for more information on the services they provide.

Elmbridge Borough Council Civic Centre, High Street, Esher,

Surrey KT10 9SD. Tel: 01372 474474 www.elmbridge.gov.uk

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National contacts Age UK Surrey Rex House, William Road, Guildford,

National Association of Victim Support – South-East Region c/o Lewes Crown Court Centre, The Law Courts, High Street, Lewes BN7 1YB. Tel: 0808 1689111 www.victimsupport.org.uk National Death Centre – with listings of natural burial grounds Tel: 01962 712690 www.naturaldeath.org.uk Citizens Advice Bureau Tel: 0344 411 1444 https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk Roadpeace 3 rd Floor, 3Space International House, 6 Canterbury Crescent, Brixton,

Terence Higgins Trust Helpline Tel: 0808 802 1221 www.tht.org.uk The War Widows Association of Great Britain 199 Borough High Street, London SE1 1AA. Tel: 0845 241 2189 www.warwidowsassociation.org.uk WAY Widowed and Young – support for those widowed aged 50 or under. Suite 14, College Business Centre, Uttoxeter Road, Derby DE22 3WZ. Tel: 01332 869222 www.widowedandyoung.org.uk

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The Compassionate Friends – Supporting bereaved parents and their families 14 New King’s Street, Deptford,

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The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (Cot Death Research and Support) 11 Belgrave Road, London SW1V 1RB. Tel: 0808 802 6868 www.lullabytrust.org.uk Lasting Post – assistance for those who have been recently bereaved www.lastingpost.com London Friend – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Bereavement Helpline 86 Caledonian Road, Kings Cross, London N1 9DN. Tel: 0300 330 0630 www.londonfriend.org.uk Miscarriage Association 17 Wentworth Terrace, Wakefield WF1 3QW. Tel: 01924 200 799 www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk

Organ Donation Tel: 0300 123 2323.

London SW9 7QD. Tel: 0845 450 0355 www.roadpeace.org

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Samaritans UK Support Line: 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org

SSAFA Forces Help – Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association 4 St Dunstan’s Hill, London EC3R 8AD.

Tel: 0800 731 4880 www.ssafa.org.uk

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The Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS) Victoria Charity Office, 11 Belgrave Road, London SW1V 1RB. Helpline: 0808 164 3332 www.sands.org.uk

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Oatlands Park Hotel is a 4-star, grade II-listed country house hotel in Weybridge, located on the site of the historic Oatlands Palace which was one of the favourite palaces of King Henry VIII. We offer a peaceful setting, with 10 acres of picturesque grounds overlooking the Broadwater Lake. We have designed our bereavement service to alleviate the worry and anxiety felt during this time. Our team will be on hand to assist you from start to finish.

With 12 private function rooms and a compassionate, experienced team, we can cater for a intimate receptions or as many as 420 people. With a restaurant, bar and accommodation, we can offer you a dedicated service so you can focus on the occasion itself. We are ideally positioned just off Weybridge High Street and close to rail links. The Hotel is easily accessible from the A3 and the M25 (junction 11) and we also have ample car parking spaces.

Oatlands Drive, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 9HB +44 (0)1932 847242 • events@oatlandsparkhotel.com • www.oatlandsparkhotel.com

A historic location for a dignified celebration of life

Our team are experienced in delivering these important occasions with compassion and sensitivity. Please email them at lmsales@alexanderhotels.com to enquire

Langshott Manor, Ladbroke Road Horley, Surrey, RH6 9LN

langshottmanor.co.uk | 01293 786 680

Celebration of Life

Honor their story in serene surroundings

Place Farm Barn at West Horsley Place is a beautifully restored historic barn, nestled in nature

Our experienced and caring team are on hand to make this the perfect place to celebrate memories with family and friends

NUTFIELD PRIORY HOTEL & SPA NUTFIELD, SURREY

Our experienced team will guide you through every detail of the planning, providing considered support from the first conversation through to the day itself. Menus are thoughtfully designed, from elegant afternoon teas and light finger buffets through to formal seated dining in private rooms, all tailored to your individual requirements. Arrangements can include background music and personal touches to reflect the life being celebrated, with every element handled with care and attention. CELEBRATION OF LIFE RECEPTIONS

westhorsleyplace.org info@westhorsleyplace.org 01483 282032 West Horsley, Surrey KT24 6AN

01737 824400 handpickedhotels.co.uk/nutfieldpriory

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A Peaceful Place to Come Together at Foxhills. Foxhills offers a discreet and peaceful setting for families and friends to come together following a funeral or memorial service. Located in the Surrey countryside near Ottershaw, Foxhills is within easy reach of several local crematoriums, making it a practical choice for post-service gatherings. Woking Crematorium is approximately 15 to 20 minutes’ drive, with Guildford and North East Surrey Crematoriums around 30 to 40 minutes away. Randalls Park and South West Middlesex Crematoriums are also within comfortable driving distance. We offer spacious private rooms, complimentary on-site parking, and flexible food and beverage options, including finger buffets or afternoon tea, tailored to your needs on the day. Our experienced team will support you with care, sensitivity and discretion, allowing families to focus on being together.

Stonehill Road Ottershaw Surrey KT16 0EL

01932 872050 | events@foxhills.co.uk

Celebration of life Our experienced & caring team will guide you through the planning stages to arrange a memorable celebration where family & friends can come together to share memories of loved ones. The Golf Club is ideally situated 15 minutes from Croydon crematorium & 20 minutes from Beckenham crematorium & offers a tranquil surrounding to reflect and remember.

Packages starting from: £21.95 per person

Farleigh Golf Club, Old Farleigh Road, Warlingham, Surrey, CR6 9PE 01883 627 711 - events@farleighfox.co.uk

CELEBRATION OF LIFE With a selection of private function rooms for up to 120, our caring and personal team understand the sympathetic nature of arranging a funeral reception and will be on hand to guide you. From recommending items for a buet or afternoon tea, to advising on the private room setting, drinks or those special mementos, nothing is too much trouble. The Talbot Hotel, High Street, Ripley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6BB T: 01483 225188 E: events@thetalbotripley.com W: www.thetalbotripley.com

CELEBRATION OF LIFE Situated in the heart of Farnham’s historic town centre, the Bush Hotel offers a warm welcome and a convenient gathering place for families from Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire and beyond. Dating back to the fifteenth century, the hotel is steeped in history, featuring original architectural details and roaring fires, seamlessly blended with contemporary design and modern comfort. With complimentary parking, a peaceful garden, and a wide range of menus and flexible event spaces, the Bush prides itself on being a friendly, family-owned hotel. Its dedicated team is committed to taking the stress out of any occasion, ensuring every event runs smoothly from start to finish.

The Bush Hotel, The Borough, Farnham, GU9 7NN 01252 715237 | events@farnhambush.com | farnhambush.com

Our welcoming venue offers a comforting space for reflection, remembrance, and celebration.

Whether you choose a quiet gathering or a larger memorial, we provide a calm environmentwhere familyand friends can come togetherto share

stories and pay tribute to the life of someone special. Let us help you create a heartfelt farewell that will be remembered with warmth and love.

Thatchers provides a warm and sympathetic setting to remember your loved one. Whether you choose a quiet gathering or a larger memorial, we provide a comforting environment where family and friends can come together to share stories and pay tribute to the life of someone special. Let us handle the details so you can focus on cherishing precious memories with those who matter most.

The Hog’s Back Hotel & Spa Seale | Farnham | Surrey | GU10 1EX 01252 782345 | mev@farnhamhogsbackhotel.co.uk

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A Celebration of Life

At DoubleTree Woking, we understand, that coming to terms with the loss of those we love can be difficult. That’s why we want you to spend time celebrating your loved one while we take care of all the arrangements.

We provide customised packages that include: Room hire Sandwich lunch Hot items from our canapé menu

Soft drinks Car parking

Our dedicated and compassionate team will work closely with you to design a package that perfectly suits your needs, helping to create a respectful and heartfelt farewell.

For further information, please contact: E: conference@dtwoking.com T: +44 (0) 1483 221 000

Celebration of Life Hilton Woking offers a contemporary and elegant setting for memorial services and wakes, providing a thoughtfully designed space with breathtaking views. Located in the heart of Woking town centre, our venue features 11 versatile function spaces and Surrey’s largest hotel ballroom, accommodating gatherings of all sizes—from intimate services to larger celebrations of life for up to 200 guests. Our dedicated events team are committed to providing compassionate and seamless service, offering flexible catering options and tailor-made packages to suit your needs. Whether you require a quiet, private space or a casual setting, we are here to support you in creating a meaningful tribute to your loved one.

hilton.com/woking

HiltonWoking_Event_Planning@hilton.com

+44 (0) 1483 319000

Church Street West, Woking GU216AX

Farewells and Remembrance

The Old Rectory’s Estate offers a selection of function spaces so your gathering can be tailored to be as formal or informal as you wish. Tel: 07770 833902 Email: enquire@oldrectoryestate.com Web: www.oldrectoryestate.com The Old Rectory Estate, Bletchingley Sandy Lane, Surrey RH1 4QW

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Find the perfect resting place Our beautiful, historic and expansive cemetery offers a wide range of choice when it comes to finding the perfect resting place for you or a loved one. We cater for different religious and cultural needs and are open daily, 8am to 5pm, providing peace and comfort for the whole family.

all faiths, mixed faiths and no faith burials ● Catholic burials ● Muslim burials natural and woodland burials ● community mausoleums ashes scattering or interment ● reservations Call the cemetery office on 01483 472 222 to discuss your requirements, email info@brookwoodcemetery.com or visit brookwoodcemetery.com to find out more.

Brookwood Cemetery, Glades House, Cemetery Pales, Brookwood, Surrey GU24 0BL

An elegant setting for a dignified celebration of life

Our team are experienced in delivering these important occasions with compassion and sensitivity. Please email them at bhsales@alexanderhotels.com to enquire

Barnett Hill, Blackheath Lane, Wonersh, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 0RF barnetthill.co.uk | 01483 893361

WOODLANDS PARK HOTEL COBHAM, SURREY

This beautiful Victorian country house is set in peaceful surroundings, with landscaped gardens and acres of private grounds. We are experienced in catering for the bereaved and are here to ensure the organisation process is as smooth as possible. Our team will help guide you through the planning and look after you on the day; at the same time being un-intrusive and discreet. From arrival drinks to background music, photo displays to including your loved ones’ favourite foods within the menu. We have a range of menus available from light finger buffets and afternoon teas through to formal seated meals; all of which can be adapted to meet your specific requirements. REMEMBRANCE RECEPTIONS

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Woodlands Lane, Stoke D’Abernon, Cobham, Surrey KT11 3QB 01372 843933 | handpickedhotels.co.uk/woodlandspark

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CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF YOUR LOVED ONE AT FRIMLEY HALL HOTEL

Our spacious rooms, compassionate sta, and full-service amenities provide the perfect setting to honour your loved one. With a variety of private dining packages available, we’ll take care of every detail during this dicult time to ensure a meaningful and memorable event. To discuss your event with our dedicated team, email: salesmgr.frimley@macdonald-hotels.co.uk or call us on: 01276 413 107

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CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF A LOVED ONE AT BRAMLEY GOLF CLUB • Buffet options available • Welcome drinks • On-site parking • Use of screen and microphone • AV facilities • Step-free access and accessible facilities Our professional and experienced events team will deliver a warm and attentive service in a relaxed and calm setting. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty amongst the picturesque Surrey Hills, Bramley Golf Club offers an idyllic setting for you and your guests.

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Website

office@bramleygolfclub.co.uk

01483 892696 (2)

www.bramleygolfclub.co.uk

Celebrations of life We understand that it is important to celebrate the life of your loved one in a way that would suit them. At the top of Guildford High Street, we offer a variety of function rooms with space for anywhere between 10 and 250 guests, giving you the deserved comfort of a private space where friends and family can gather to mourn, commemorate and reflect. Harbour Hotel Guildford is just three miles from the Guildford Crematorium and public car parking is available right by the hotel. Our experienced and understanding events crew are here to do their utmost to make planning this celebration, wake or funeral reception easy for you.

Talk to our team: 01483 792 300 guildford.events@harbourhotels.co.uk harbourhotels.co.uk/guildford

CELEBRATE LIFE AT WOTTON HOUSE Set in the beautiful Surrey countryside, Wotton House provides a beautiful setting to gather, remember and celebrate the life of a loved one. Our dedicated events team will assist you in planning your celebration of life with empathy and consideration for you and your family. With a selection of private spaces available and our tailor made food offering, you can choose from Afternoon Tea to hot and cold buffets.

GET IN TOUCH TO DISCUSS YOUR WISHES

Guildford Road, Dorking RH5 6HS

saleslead@wottonhousehotel.co.uk

01306 730 000

wottonhouse.co.uk

CELEBRATION OF LIFE The Old Barn o fers an atmosphere and surroundings that make it a itting environment for hosting a celebration of the life of a loved one. There’s serenity and beauty in the golf course itself and our Old Barn Suite provides privacy and comfor . Talk to our hospitality sta f about the event you want to put on and they will make sure that everything is taken care of, from the catering to the room layout and décor.

Celebrate, Remember, Honour, Together Thoughtful spaces. Caring service. Memories that last.

Peaceful setting with convenient access and parking

Flexible event spaces for intimate or larger gatherings Catering options from light refreshments to full buffet Caring, experienced team to support every step of the way

Comfortable accommodation for travelling guests

To enquire please contact us or ask a member of the team whilst at the club.

Holiday Inn Guildford Egerton Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XZ

0371 942 9036

specialevents@higuildford.co.uk

www.higuildfordhotel.co.uk

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The Princess Royal A Gentle Space to Remember In moments of loss, finding the right place to gather can bring quiet comfort. Our Celebration of Life package offers a calm and thoughtful setting where family and friends can come together to share memories, reflect, and honour a life that meant so much. We have 3 beautifully crafted areas, suitable for memorial moments for up to 100, or exclusive hire for up to 250 guests. Our caring team is here to support you with sensitivity and understanding, helping to ease the practical details so you can focus on what matters most: remembering, sharing, and being together. If you feel this may be the right space for your needs, we are here to talk whenever you’re ready. The Princess Royal, Guildford Road, Farnham, GU10 1NX 01252 782243 princessroyal.farnham-events@fullers.co.uk

Weybourne House is located at St Catherine’s, a quiet corner of Guildford just o the Portsmouth Road with panoramic views over the Water Meadow and the River Wey, and only a short walk from Guildford town centre and the mainline station. The venue was constructed in 2005 and has landscaped gardens fronting the river marked by a Bargate wall and gated access to the towpath. The top entrance is surrounded by a natural roof garden with a further entrance to our fty space under croft car park. Our facilities and services provide an exceptional venue for your Wake and our friendly sta will cater for your needs, with food being supplied from our 5-star EHO rated kitchen. All usual facilities are provided with a lift for wheelchair access on the premises from our roof garden. Tel: 01483 568768 Email: bernie@weybournehouse.org

Funerals, Wakes & Memorials

Coming to terms with loss is difficult for anyone, so celebrating the life of a loved one is important.

We are able to hold wakes as small as 10 people up to 200.

01483 723555 amy@pyrfordgolf.co.uk www.pyrfordgolf.co.uk

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