Bennetts Funeral Directors Ltd

11/09/2026

Thank you to all who attended Dr Bill's seminars yesterday and thank you to Dr Bill for taking the time to present them!

10/09/2026

09/09/2026

Smashing the stigma

09/09/2026

Bennetts Funeral Directors Ltd and Essex County Council proudly presents Life, Death & Cake.

A morning of great discussions with a panel of experts with light refreshments and cake.

Come along to share your experiences, ask questions you would like to ask or just to simply listen. We would love to see you!

08/09/2026

More of Ongar for those of you who can't make it in person just yet to have a tour of our new premises!

Please note that our Brentwood and Billericay offices are still in action, Ongar is just a brand new venture for us.

Don't forget if you are in the Ongar area to stop by and say hello to our lovely Vicky who will welcome you with a hot drink in this dreary weather we are having.

The Old Surgery, High Street, Ongar, CM5 9AA.

08/09/2026

If this seems like something you or someone you know would be interested in, feel free to get in contact with the email shown in this post!

04/09/2026

We are so pleased to announce our brand new office in Ongar is now open to celebrate our 145th year.

Feel free to stop by for a tour with our lovely Vicky to show you around the premises.

03/09/2026

Today Bennetts had the honour to look after the funeral arrangements for a much-loved man who loved his classic cars. With permission from the family, we have our beautiful Rolls Royce outside Hylands House with a collection of classic cars that friends and family came along in to honour this much loved gentleman.

03/09/2026

Knowing what to do when someone dies at home can feel overwhelming during an already difficult time. Whether the passing was expected or sudden, our step-by-step guide explains exactly who to call, how to handle medical equipment, and the legal timeframes for registering the death in the UK. Read our full guide for clear, compassionate advice.

Find out what to do when someone dies at home, including who to call, registering the death, and when to contact your funeral director.

02/09/2026

A beautiful poem to honour our upcoming Smashing the Stigma event on Wednesday 9th September 2026 at 17:00 - 21:00