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At Daniel Robinson & Sons, we are proud to be your local funeral directors of choice, serving the bereaved in our local community since 1892. We have a long history of providing a dignified and respectful service to help you through one of the most difficult times, and ease any worries surrounding funeral arrangements.

Our Commitment

We are a family-run business, offering a personal, professional service, delivered by our friendly team with empathy and dedication. We understand that this is a difficult time, and we are available whenever you need us. We treat every person and every funeral as unique, and our clients receive the utmost care and attention.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of unique and bespoke funeral services, which can incorporate cremations, woodland burials, memorial stones, repatriation, prepaid funeral plans, memorial jewellery, and more. Our premises throughout Essex and Hertfordshire enable us to provide assistance with a wide range of funeral services, tailored to meet the individual needs of each family.

Our Community

We are deeply committed to supporting our local community. Our activities have raised over 1 million for local hospices, and we support numerous clubs and organisations, including church diaries and parish magazines. We also participate in charity events, such as our annual charity golf day, which has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for local charities.

Our History

The business was first established in 1892 when Daniel Robinson bought a building company in Stansted, where he began to make coffins and to arrange funerals. Today, we have grown to include offices in Harlow, Great Dunmow, Sawbridgeworth, Braintree, Epping, Halstead, Loughton, Old Harlow, and Waltham Abbey. Our business is owned mainly by the third generation of the family founder, Daniel Robinson.

Our Team

Our team is led by Gary Neill, BCAv, MBIE, our Managing Director, who is based at our Head Office in Bishop's Stortford. Our team of trained staff are available 24 hours a day to help with the next steps after a loss.

Business details
  • Year established: 1892
Highlights and features
  • Established family funeral directors serving communities since 1892
  • 24-hour compassionate support from trained and experienced professional staff
  • Comprehensive funeral services including cremations, burials, memorials and repatriation
  • Multiple conveniently located premises across Essex and Hertfordshire communities
  • Personalised and dignified arrangements tailored to individual family requirements
  • Prepaid funeral plans and memorial jewellery for lasting remembrance options
Payment methods
  • Cash
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards
Services
We recognise that bereavement is an exceptionally challenging experience, and each individual responds to loss in their own way. To assist you, we provide a complimentary booklet by Dr Bill Webster, offering thoughtful guidance and reassurance during difficult times. Our team can also direct you to local support networks and professional counselling services. Additionally, we can help arrange pastoral care and are available to offer compassionate assistance whenever it is needed.
When a death occurs at home, we advise that you contact the doctor to formally confirm the passing, after which we will arrange for the deceased to be respectfully transferred at a time that suits you. We will then meet with you to guide you through the necessary arrangements and registration procedures. If the death takes place in hospital, we will organise an appointment to discuss the funeral and provide clear advice. We are committed to delivering a professional, personal service, with support available at all times.
Reviews (6)
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Denise Lewzey
Nov 12, 2025
I can’t thank Seamus & Jo at Daniel Robinson, Loughton enough for respectfully caring and looking after my darling husband at Loughton. For his church service at All Saints’ Church Woodford Green and his Committal at Forest Park.
From the first meeting with Seamus and Jo; complete professionalism and kindness.
Seamus and his team present immaculately as do the hearse and limousine.
Seamus with top hat and cane walked the entire length of our road to All Saints’ Church. Very important to me. Dave’s last journey from home to church.
Absolute confidence, after recommendation from a dear friend that Seamus and Jo were the most respectful and empathetic of Funeral Directors. It’s a painful time for families. Seamus & Jo will care for you and your loved one. Thank you dear Seamus & Jo.
Laxmi Shellard
Oct 29, 2025
As a family, we cannot thank Jo, Seamus, and the Loughton team for all the care and kindness, not only given to our mum who'd passed, but the care they'd provided to us too. Mum was treated with such dignity and compassion and looked beautiful every time we visited her in the chapel. Thank you for making every process of organising her funeral so much easier from start to finish. As sad as it was to lose our mum, knowing Jo and Seamus and the team were very much part of her final journey reassured us significantly, as all our requests were carried out impeccably. Working alongside The Florist Loughton, her wicker coffin was adorned with beautiful flowers. The day of mum's funeral was perfect with a beautiful, scenic drive to Parndon Wood Crematorium. It was touching, and mum would've been so pleased we'd honoured her wishes. Thank you again. Laxmi and The Joshi Family.
Ian Lawrence
Aug 24, 2025
The professionalism and empathy shown by Jo, Seamus and all the staff at Daniel Robinsons is second to none you will find anywhere. They always give the most amazing send offs to your loved ones. From the initial meeting to the many different options they have available, from the time they take to help you make difficult decisions and also to letting you think and decide. They are the most professional company I have ever used and the funeral of my mum last week was the fifth occasion we have used them. I will never use anyone else. I cannot rate Daniel Robinsons highly enough, there should be a ten star award for these guys. Thank you Jo and Seamus, and your team, for making mum’s day the most perfect she could have wished for. 🙏🏽
Andrew Monksfield
Aug 13, 2025
I couldn't be more complimentary about their examplary respectful level of service Seamus and Jo provided for my fathers funeral. From start to finish we as a family were completely supported in all aspects needed for the service and all other arrangements. Thank you again all at Daniel Robinsons and Sons.
Bradley Cooper
Jul 13, 2025
I would like to provide feedback regarding Jo, Seamus & Paul at Loughton. This is the second funeral they have handled for me, and once again, their professionalism from the initial engagement through to the day of the funeral was outstanding. The level of care and attention to detail was exceptional. They provided a truly compassionate service that thoughtfully catered to the needs of all attendees, including those with disabilities. Their support made a difficult time far more manageable, and I am deeply grateful for everything they did.
Juliet Hunt
Oct 02, 2023
Words cannot express the gratitude I have for these guys. Excellent service, compasionate and fantastic caring people right from the start. I would highly recommend this funeral directors to anyone. Thank you guys so much for you time and support through a very difficult time. You looked after my mum and will never forget this xx