A L & G Abbott

11/02/2025

It's amazing to hear how our bereavement support groups are supporting our local community and the families we look after. If you, or know of anyone who may be struggling with grief and are interested in joining one of our free support groups, please contact our bereavement counsellor Anne-Marie: Connect Counselling or visit our website https://abbott-funerals.co.uk/ for more information.

09/09/2022

IN LOVING MEMORY
It is with deep sorrow that we acknowledge the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.
A reassuring constant throughout our lives, dedicated to the service of our country and the Commonwealth, always serving with humility, grace and a warm smile.
We will treasure her life of service and devotion.
Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this very sad time as we all come together to pay tribute and remember her exceptional life.
We offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family at this time.

01/06/2022

Many congratulations to Graham who has been with us for 40 Years! His dedication to his work is second to none and many local families have benefited from his knowledge and expertise over the years. He also works so hard to make A L & G Abbott look beautiful all year round. The place wouldn't be the same without you Graham.

23/03/2021

Marking one year since the first Coronavirus lockdown was announced, today we pause to remember those we have lost and all those who are grieving. We also would like to thank everyone who has supported the Nation during this time and particularly all of our staff here at Abbotts who have worked tirelessly through some very tough times, supporting each other and all of the families that have needed us. We will be lighting a candle tonight and remembering.

04/02/2021

We have lost a true inspiration and a hero. Sending our condolences to the family and friends of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

27/01/2021

This year the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day is 'Be the light in the darkness'. This encompasses the depths humanity can sink to but also the strength of individuals and communities who have resisted that darkness and are the light before, during and after genocide.
Tonight online at 7pm there will be a UK Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony followed by the lighting of candles all over the country from 8pm and safely placing them in windows to remember those lost and stand against prejudice and hatred today.

05/01/2021

Shout 85258 is the UK's first free, confidential, 24/7 text support service. It's a place to go if you're struggling to cope and need mental health support. Text SHOUT to 85258.

08/12/2020

Today is the final day of National Grief Awareness Week and it is a day of hope. This evening there will be an Evensong Service at St Paul's Cathedral and from 6pm buildings all over the UK will be lit up in yellow, including the Cathedral

03/12/2020

This week is National Grief Awareness Week which aims to try to normalise grief and get people talking about this typically uncomfortable subject. Each day concentrates on a different area for discussion and today is the day to think about the people we have lost to COVID. For anyone who needs support take a look at the nationalgriefawarenessweek.org website which will help to direct you towards the events and some good resources. We also offer a Bereavement Listening service for our families so please get in touch.

24/11/2020

We are so happy to support the work of Project 229 who provide an invaluable service to our local community. They are our chosen charity for the next year and we are looking forward to learning all about their work, particularly SPACE which is a service for young people who have experienced one adult hurting another adult in their home. For more information have a look at the Project 229 page.

12/11/2020

Helping you find the 'New Normal', our bereavement listening service is free to our families to help their journey through this challenging time. Call 01234 843222 for more details.

10/11/2020

This year Abbotts have chosen the Bedford Foodbank as our Christmas charity. The work they do is so vital to our community and this year has definitely taught us how important it is to be there for each other.
The Foodbanks remain open as they are classed as an essential service.
The foodbanks will be open during their usual day, time and location. Any temporary closures will be announced on the Website and Social Media;
https://bedford.foodbank.org.uk
To use the services you do need to be referred but it is a straight forward process.
If you require help please call 0808 2082138 to speak to the National Citizens Advice Bureau who may be able to issue you with a food bank voucher if necessary.
Please visit the website for more information.
https://bedford.foodbank.org.uk/get-help/
Or contact the foodbank via email info@bedford.foodbank.org.uk or call 01234 268569

The Trussell Trust runs the largest network of food banks in the UK, giving emergency food and support to people in crisis. Fourteen million people live below the poverty line and in the last year 1,9 million three-day emergency food supplies were distributed to people in crisis.