Head Office
Peterlee
The Manse, Bede Way, Peterlee, SR8 1AD
0191 586 4322Open 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
View branchHorden, our first branch
Funeral directors in Horden
Normandale House, Fifth Street, Horden, SR8 4BU
Our story began here in Horden in 1971. Whatever the hour, someone from our team will answer, explain what happens next and take your loved one into our care when you are ready.
Phone, 24 hours
Opening times
By appointment
Visits by appointment. Call us any time to arrange. Phone lines are answered 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
About our Horden branch
Where East Durham Funeral Service began
Barrie Lee opened our very first branch in Horden in 1971, and the village has been part of our story ever since. Today our Horden funeral home is at Normandale House on Fifth Street, with a private lounge. Our Chapels of Rest are at our Peterlee and Trimdon Grange funeral homes.
We are still a family owned business, and you can reach our Horden branch on 0191 586 5178 at any time of day or night.
Nearby communities
Our Horden funeral home is our nearest branch for Blackhall Colliery and Castle Eden.
Find us
Normandale House, Fifth Street, Horden, SR8 4BU
We are always happy to give directions over the phone.
Get directionsFuneral services in Horden
Funerals arranged around your wishes
Tell us what matters to your family and we will shape the funeral around it, whether that is a church service, a humanist ceremony or something simpler.
Traditional funeralsA full service and procession, with our hand crafted silver Jaguar hearse and limousines.
Bespoke and personalisedMusic, colours and personal touches that reflect a life, including horse drawn or motorcycle hearses.
Religious and non-religiousChurch and faith services with your minister, or celebrant led and humanist ceremonies.
Burial and woodland burialChurchyard, cemetery and natural burial options explained plainly.
Chapels of restA peaceful, private room at our Peterlee and Trimdon Grange funeral homes. Visit by appointment, as often as you wish.
Our vehicle fleetChauffeur driven limousines seat seven, collecting you and returning you home or to the reception.
Why choose us
Why Horden families choose us
- Since 1971Family owned and run
- SAIF standardsEvery service completed to them
- Qualified embalmerBritish Institute of Embalmers
- Cruse trainedIn house bereavement counsellor
Funeral notices
Funeral notices from Horden
Letting people know that someone has died is never easy. We offer a complimentary funeral notice service through our Facebook page, a simple and respectful way to share the funeral details with family and friends.
Where possible, we can also set up donations in memory of your loved one, so people can give and leave a message even if they cannot attend.
Pre-paid funeral plans
Planning ahead in Horden
A Golden Charter plan lets you record your wishes and pay for your funeral in advance, with East Durham Funeral Service named as your funeral director. It can mean one less thing for your family to arrange.
A Golden Charter plan is available to all UK residents, regardless of age or state of health.
Please quote East Durham Funeral Service Ltd when you call.
East Durham Funeral Service Ltd is an introducer appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 965279).
Our other branches
Our other funeral homes
Easington Colliery
Claxton House, Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, SR8 3LJ
0191 527 1499Visits by appointment. Call us any time to arrange.
View branchTrimdon Grange
Belle Vue House, Balmoral Terrace, Trimdon Grange, TS29 6ET
01429 883 777Visits by appointment. Call us any time to arrange.
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What families say about us
Many local families choose us on personal recommendation. You can read what families have said about us, in their own words, on Trustpilot.
Read our reviews on TrustpilotThe staff were so caring and supportive. We felt everything which was difficult at this time was taken care of. They were always at the end of an email or phonecall
Very friendly, empathetic and professional people throughout from beginning to end. They kept me up to date at all times. I cannot thank them enough and would highly recommend their services.
Where is your Horden funeral home?
At Normandale House, Fifth Street, Horden, SR8 4BU. You can call it on 0191 586 5178, day or night.
Can I visit my loved one at the Horden funeral home?
Our Horden funeral home has a private lounge. Our Chapels of Rest, where you can visit your loved one, are at our Peterlee and Trimdon Grange funeral homes. Visits are by appointment.
Which communities is the Horden funeral home nearest to?
Our Horden funeral home is our nearest branch for Blackhall Colliery and Castle Eden.
When did the Horden branch open?
Barrie Lee opened our very first branch in Horden in 1971.
Can I call you at night or at the weekend?
Yes. Our 24 hour line, 0191 586 4322, is answered day and night, every day of the year.