93-94 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1TH
R. Gwinnell & Sons
R. Gwinnell & Sons is a funeral director at 112 Ipswich Road, Colchester CO4 0AA. The nearest crematorium is Colchester Crematorium, 1.8 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | 112 Ipswich Road, Colchester, CO4 0AA |
|---|---|
| Phone | 01206 868585 |
| Website | gwinnell.co.uk |
| Local council | Colchester |
| Area | Colchester, Essex |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £2,340 |
|---|---|
| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £1,430 |
| Unattended burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,395 |
This price list appears to date from 2022, so prices may have changed — ask R. Gwinnell & Sons for their current list.
From R. Gwinnell & Sons’ published standardised price list (2022), checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask R. Gwinnell & Sons
- Can I see your standardised price list? Every UK funeral director must publish one online and in the branch. Compare the “attended funeral” and “unattended funeral” totals.
- What isn’t included? Crematorium or cemetery fees, the officiant, flowers and cars are often extra. Ask for an itemised written quote.
- Who owns the business? Funeral directors must disclose their ultimate owner. Some group-owned branches keep a family name.
- Are you a member of a trade body? For example the NAFD or SAIF — both have codes of practice and complaints schemes.
- Can you meet our faith or cultural needs? Ask about washing facilities, urgent burials, viewing and repatriation if they matter to you.
- Where will the person be cared for? Ask whether they have their own mortuary and chapel of rest, and whether you can visit.
Nearest crematoria
- Colchester Crematorium · 1.8 miles
- Weeley Crematorium · 8.6 miles
- Ipswich Crematorium · 16.2 miles
- Seven Hills Crematorium · 16.7 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Society of Friends (Quakers) Burial Ground · 0.5 miles
- St Botolph's Priory Grounds · 0.8 miles
- Colchester Cemetery · 1.6 miles
- Oxford Burial Ground · 1.8 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact R. Gwinnell & Sons?
Call 01206 868585. Visit gwinnell.co.uk. The address is 112 Ipswich Road, Colchester, CO4 0AA. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does R. Gwinnell & Sons charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), R. Gwinnell & Sons charges £2,340 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £1,430 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to R. Gwinnell & Sons?
Colchester Crematorium is 1.8 miles away, and Weeley Crematorium is 8.6 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
Co-op Funeral Services
0.8 milesColchester, CO1 2BY
Co-op Funeralcare
33-35 Long Wyre Street, Colchester, CO1 1LH
Co-operative society
East of England Co-op Funeral Services
0.8 milesTamarisk Way, Greenstead, Colchester, CO4 3PX
Co-operative society
Coop Colchester Funeralcare
0.9 miles12 St John's Road, Colchester, CO4 0JW
Co-op Funeralcare
Freedom Funerals
1.0 mile25 Hawkins Rd, Colchester, CO2 8JY
£1,595 direct cremation from their price list