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Branch Address: Down House , Widcombe Street , Poundbury , Dorchester , DT13BS

Branch Email: [email protected]

Telephone Number: 01305753533

Matthew Lucas Funeral Directors

Ultimate owner: A G Down

Trusted, local, family-owned: our professional and caring team is here to support you at any time with a wide range of options and transparent pricing

Service and pricing information

Our attended funeral price which meets the
CMA's Attended Funeral Criteria:

£2,670.00

Please visit our branch website to find out more about our services and pricing.

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Attended Funeral

The aim of the Competition and Markets Authority Funeral Markets Order 2021 is to make it easier for customers to access the prices of funeral directors and crematorium operators and to help increase customers’ awareness of the total cost of the services they may require.

These provisions are also intended to help customers to compare the prices and services of different funeral directors and crematorium operators so that they can assess what best suits their needs and budget.

The criteria for the Attended Funeral:

Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements.
Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care.
Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities.
Providing a suitable coffin.
Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the Funeral Director.
Provision of a hearse or other appropriate vehicle to take the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) at a date and time agreed between the customer and funeral director.

Further information

Our Dorchester Funeral Home has all facilities on site and our friendly staff are on hand to help you through every step of the Funeral process and give guidance on the options available.

Associate family-owned Funeral Homes also in Bridport, Axminster, Seaton, Honiton and Ottery St. Mary. We also have our own Monumental workshop.

Where can I find a full list of your prices and service options?

View Our Website View Our Price Brochure (PDF) View Our Pricing (Link)

What is the size of any upfront deposit required?

No deposit is required.

When must I pay the upfront deposit?

No deposit is required.

How long will I have to pay the final balance?

Invoices are sent approximately two weeks after the Funeral. We ask for settlement within 30 days. If a solicitor is dealing with the Estate or there is likely to be a delay, we can offer flexible no-interest terms whilst awaiting Probate etc.

What are my options for paying the deposit and final balance?

Deposit are not required. Accounts can be paid by cheque, card, cash, BACS (or by monthly instalments by arrangement).

Will any additional charges apply is I don’t pay the bill on time?

If we are informed of the circumstances and agree to wait (i.e. for Probate to be granted and funds to be released) then no additional charges will be made.

If I change my mind after engaging you as my funeral director, will you charge me (and if so, how much)?

You can exercise your rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013. We will only charge you for the following:- a) any Goods that are made to your specification and/or clearly personalised to the deceased as we would be unable to re-use them b) any Professional Services completed up until the time you tell us that you have changed your mind

Reviews

4.8 stars out of 21 reviews

9 months ago

Matt very kindly invited myself and some of my nursing colleagues into the funeral home today, for us to get an insight into how they care for families and their loved ones after they pass away. Matt and his colleagues are clearly so respectful, dedicated and person centered. It really was a heartfelt and touching experience to meet them and hea...

Louise Kingman via Google

9 months ago

Matt and his team were so compassionate and caring after the recent death of my husband. He carefully explained all of the necessary procedures and answered all my questions.He also recommended a local celebrant Esther Britton to lead the service and she was excellent. The service on the day was wonderful with Matt and his team being so respectf...

Patsy Harrison via Google

2 years ago

Matthew has helped to guide us as a family through the very sad and unexpected losses of both my mum in 2016 and my dad in 2021. Two very different styles of farewell handled with professionalism, dignity and compassion. Matthew offers the most amazing practical support and guidance at a time when it is needed the most. Matthews kindness shines ...

Deborah Vincent via Google

a year ago

Matt Lucas and team are so kind and respectful. We had no idea what to do but he guided us through it all in a caring manner. Matt was not phased by the request for the funeral to take place a distance away. Highly recommended if sadly needed - absolutely 5 stars

Claire Collinge via Google

2 years ago

Losing our son at 53 years of age was as you would expect devastating! So to have someone like Matt and his staff on hand to support us and see us through a very difficult time was so comforting! From the first day we walked into Matt’s office until the sad day of the cremation Matt and his staff ware superb. His understanding of the grief we we...

Keith Russell via Google

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