*IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CORONAVIRUS*

We are closely monitoring the developing situation, this information is accurate as of 25/9/2020

We have been advised by the relevant governing bodies to act upon the following:
1.) We will be discussing funeral arrangements either socially distanced in person or over the phone.
2.) People who suspect they may have coronavirus symptoms will be able to make telephone calls or online communications with us. (email or skype hctownsend@aol.com).
3.) Some churches remain closed. Some Church Of England churches are assessing their capacity and opening for funerals a maximum of 30 in the largest churches.
4.) STONEFALL CREMATORIUM, HARROGATE are limiting attendees of services to 20 people. Face coverings must be worn inside the chapel from 8/8/2020. Scattering and Interment of ashes are now available. Graveside burials also limited to 30, burials with use of the chapel are limited to 20. Booking availabilities are slightly fewer over the next 6 weeks whilst works are carried out on the crematorium. People are not to enter the crematorium grounds to see the funeral procession pass by, as it breaks the new rule of 6 as of 14/9/2020. Scattering and interment of ashes are limited to 6 as of 14/9/2020.

5.) LEEDS BASED CREMATORIA are open to 18 at Rawdon, 14 at Cottingley and Lawnswood, and 20 at Armley and Hunslet for attendees (extra 10 allowed outside chapel) for funerals as of 20/7/2020. 30 attendees are permitted for a graveside burial as of 20/7/2020. Face coverings must be worn inside the chapel from 8/8/2020. People are not to enter the crematorium grounds to see the funeral procession pass by, as it breaks the new rule of 6 as of 14/9/2020. Scattering and interment of ashes are limited to 6 as of 14/9/2020.
6.) YORK CREMATORIUM are open to 18 attendees in the large chapel and 5 in the small chapel for funerals as of 6/7/2020. Face coverings must be worn inside the chapel from 8/8/2020. People are not to enter the crematorium grounds to see the funeral procession pass by, as it breaks the new rule of 6 as of 14/9/2020. Scattering and interment of ashes are limited to 6 as of 14/9/2020.

7.) Limousines may be used. We have installed a perspex screen to be fitted for the safety of drivers and passengers.

8.) We may begin carrying the coffin rather than using wheels
We are taking necessary precaution and measures to ensure that our funerals can still be carried out as safely as possible, our working hours are unaffected currently.

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HC Townsend & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Harrogate

At HC Townsend & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, we are here to help in your time of need. Whether you are in Harrogate, the surrounding area, or anywhere in the UK. We are available 24/7, 365 days a year: a phone call or e-mail is all it takes for us guide you through your funeral arrangements, or a prepayment funeral plan.

What To Do When Someone Dies

When a loved one passes away, it can be a confusing and overwhelming time. Allow us to help by guiding you through your funeral process step by step.

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Preparing for the future is difficult. Contact us about our funeral plan options, whether this is a prepayment plan, or simply ensuring that we carry out your wishes in the future.

Our Services

Over our 90+ years of service, we have worked hard to ensure we always deliver the very best for every funeral. Let us help to make your funeral the best for you.

Mrs M.T
My Mother Heather, sister Jane and I would like to thank David, Anne and Alex for their amazing care and guidance in arranging Dad’s funeral. They have been acutely professional, yet at the same time compassionate, respectful and incredibly patient. Every aspect and option was carefully explained and carried out. We simply cannot thank you enough.
Mrs C.M
This company came very highly recommended to us by a friend who had used their services on two occasions. Having never organised a funeral before I was a complete novice, from the first moment I spoke with David I knew we were in good hands. I can highly recommend this family run service.
Mr C.L
Obviously, the fact you are needing to utilise the services of funeral director means it is highly upsetting and stressful time. David and his wife were absolutely brilliant. From initial contact to the day of funeral and arrangement of cremation, HC Townsend made it as stress free as possible. Thank you
Mrs E.C
Five stars are not enough to rate the service David and his family with the attention to detail and compassion he afforded myself and my Father. He went above and beyond his duty and I cannot thank you enough
Mr I.P
Myself and my brother would like to thank HC Townsend funeral directors.with a massive thank you to david.a man we have known all our lives.our father's funeral yesterday was a sad day made special and enlightening by David's little touches.we can't thank you enough.a truly amazing service.xx
Mrs J.T
Thank you for being so attentive and caring at a time of distress and upset. I would highly recommend HC Townsend & Son as they are very precessional and personable and wish to make everything as easy as possible and they are also very competitively priced.
Mr A.G
I selected David Townsend not only because they were recommended but also as they responded promptly to my bespoke needs for my Father's funeral arrangements. They are a highly professional company with a long pedigree, they were also very competitive and delivered exactly the service I required in a caring manner hence I recommend them highly.

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Since 1927, we have served Harrogate and the surrounding areas with the utmost dignity and respect. Our enviable service quality comes as a result of decades of refinement and perfection.

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HC Townsend & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Harrogate

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Mrs M.T

Mrs C.M

This company came very highly recommended to us by a friend who had used their services on two occasions. Having never organised a funeral before I was a complete novice, from the first moment I spoke with David I knew we were in good hands. I can highly recommend this family run service.

Mr C.L

Mrs E.C

Five stars are not enough to rate the service David and his family with the attention to detail and compassion he afforded myself and my Father. He went above and beyond his duty and I cannot thank you enough

Mr I.P

Myself and my brother would like to thank HC Townsend funeral directors.with a massive thank you to david.a man we have known all our lives.our father's funeral yesterday was a sad day made special and enlightening by David's little touches.we can't thank you enough.a truly amazing service.xx

Mrs J.T

Thank you for being so attentive and caring at a time of distress and upset. I would highly recommend HC Townsend & Son as they are very precessional and personable and wish to make everything as easy as possible and they are also very competitively priced.

Mr A.G

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