Funerals by the River was borne from the realisation that more and more people want an uplifting funeral where they can celebrate the life of their loved one in a beautiful setting.

For many people, the prospect of attending a crematorium fills them with dread; the ‘conveyor belt’ of sadness that permeates the building is not a great start to an already sad day.

In recent years, funerals have changed. Families want a more positive service that will inspire a smile, or even a laugh, when remembering a relative or friend.

A beautiful service held at the Captain’s Club Hotel and Spa overlooking the River Stour, Funerals by the River offers a calm and serene setting to remember together, with no clocks ticking and no overlapping services. Which means you get to say goodbye in your own time, in your own way.

Following on from the service, a reception can be held within the service room with various bar and catering packages available. From the Captain’s Club award winning kitchen, there’s a delicious menu to choose from with a variety of options to satisfy all taste buds.’