Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Chelmsford
Secure Haven, established in 2013, was founded with a vision to provide compassionate and dignified support during times of loss. Our journey began as a family-run operation, driven by personal experiences of bereavement and a commitment to serving the Broomfield and Chelmsford communities. Over the years, we have grown our team of dedicated professionals, including industry veteran Paul Brice, who brings over two decades of expertise. Our services are designed to offer clarity and transparency, ensuring families can focus on creating meaningful memorials without financial uncertainty.We pride ourselves on our modern approach, which includes customizable funeral plans, secure ash storage facilities, and a welcoming environment where families feel heard and supported. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in our 5-star reviews, which highlight our personalized care and attention to detail. We remain locally rooted, prioritizing the needs of families through every step of the funeral process.
Services
Traditional Cremation
Celebration Service
Bespoke Funerals
Direct Cremation
Green Burials
Traditional Burials
Ashes Storage
Prepaid Plans
Home Arrangements
Chapel Visits
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Our team includes funeral professionals with over 20 years of experience in the industry.
- We offer fully customizable funeral services tailored to individual wishes.
- Transparent pricing structure with no hidden fees.
- 24/7 availability for immediate support and guidance.
- Secure, private ashes storage facility available to all families.
What people say
Excellent service
Very efficient, considerate, knowledgeable
Supported during heartbreaking time
Exceptional care and professionalism
Helpful and caring
Services
Traditional Cremation Service
Our traditional cremation service at Chelmsford Crematorium provides a dignified farewell with a quality veneer coffin. This package includes cremation fees and professional coordination, ensuring a respectful ceremony tailored to cultural or religious preferences while maintaining transparent pricing.
Green Burial Service
Designed for environmentally conscious families, this service offers burials at Old Park Meadow or GreenAcres Epping Forest using biodegradable willow coffins. We facilitate natural memorials that align with sustainability principles, allowing families to honor loved ones while preserving ecological integrity and offering disbursement transparency.
Bespoke Funeral Service
Create personalized ceremonies reflecting individual preferences, from specific coffin designs to unique venue selections. Our team collaborates closely with families to incorporate special requests, ensuring every detailfrom floral tributes to music selectionsperfectly captures the deceased's personality while maintaining clear cost communication.
Direct Cremation Service
An affordable option maintaining dignity through unattended cremation with post-cremation flexibility. This streamlined service includes a wood-effect coffin and cremation fee, ideal for families seeking cost-effective solutions without compromising respect, with options for later memorialization.
Secure Ashes Storage
Our exclusive UK-based facility offers complimentary short-term ash storage with personalized niche options. Families receive secure, indefinite storage at 1 per day, including elegantly designed brass urns for annual periods, providing peace of mind while final arrangements are considered.
People
Paul Brice
Funeral Director
With over 20 years of experience in funeral services, Paul Brice leads our team with expert knowledge and compassionate guidance. His dedication to personalized care ensures families receive tailored support during challenging times, combining technical expertise with empathetic service delivery.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional cremation, celebration services, bespoke arrangements, green burials, and direct cremation options with transparent pricing.
Can I arrange a funeral outside your premises?
Yes, we offer home visits and remote arrangements for families preferring to plan in the comfort of their own environment.
Do you offer ash storage solutions?
We provide secure, personalized ash storage niches at £1 per day with optional brass urns for long-term preservation.
Are your prices fully transparent?
All packages include clear breakdowns of costs with no hidden fees, and we offer prepaid plans through Golden Charter.
What emergency services are available?
Our 24/7 support team assists with immediate arrangements and urgent inquiries at any time of day or night.
How are cultural/religious needs accommodated?
We specialize in honoring specific requests including translators, chapel access, and customized rituals for diverse belief systems.
