Austin's Funeral Directors

Austin's Funeral Directors The Austin Family has served the community, as funeral directors, for over three centuries. Austins Family Funeral Directors.

Our commitment to bereaved families has established Austin’s as Hertfordshire’s leading, family-owned and operated, funeral director. Whenever you need us we are there 24 hours a day 7 days a week
AUSTIN'S FUNERAL DIRECTORS·THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2018·

The Austin Family has served the community, as funeral directors, for over three centuries. Those working within our family business are proud to provide a standard of professionalism, dedication and depth of knowledge, recognised by both members of the public, professionals and other funeral directors. The family designed and built Harwood Park Crematorium and Memorial Gardens in 1997, to further serve the needs of the local community. The Austin Family is committed to the continued provision of a caring, sympathetic and sensitive service to the bereaved and their loved ones for many years to come.

12/04/2026

Sadly passed away on Wednesday 4th March, aged 88 years.Much loved, she will be sadly missed by her family and friends.The funeral service will take…

12/04/2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Anne Maria McLaren-Douglas, who passed away peacefully on 16th of March,…

What is Anticipatory Grief?Anticipatory grief is the emotional pain and mourning you experience before someone dies. Thi...
12/04/2026

What is Anticipatory Grief?

Anticipatory grief is the emotional pain and mourning you experience before someone dies. This is a natural reaction when someone’s illness is having an effect on your life. It may also be felt when you are worried about what will happen in the future. It’s also known as “pre-death grief” or “grief before death”. While most commonly associated with a loved one’s terminal illness, it may be felt by the person facing their own death.

Anticipatory Grief happens before someone dies. Explore what’s involved and what you can do. Insight from Austin’s Family Funeral Directors, across Herts.

10/04/2026

Our Bereavement Centre at 74A High Street, Stevenage is open on Saturday Mornings 9am - 1pm for appointments or if you would like to pop in for an informal chat.

Recent findings from the SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026 highlight a clear shift away from traditional, formal funeral...
10/04/2026

Recent findings from the SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026 highlight a clear shift away from traditional, formal funerals toward services that are more personal, flexible and modern.

Funerals are increasingly seen as opportunities to tell a story, share memories and reflect on the life of the person who has died.

Here’s what’s changing in funeral arranging in the UK, influencing choices in 2026. Update from Austin’s family funeral directors, based a cross Herts.

A reminder that House Hospice Care have a charity football match on 19th April at Hitchin Town FC with 66 local players...
09/04/2026

A reminder that House Hospice Care have a charity football match on 19th April at Hitchin Town FC with 66 local players taking to the pitch. This includes Jack Wilshere, who will make a special appearance and auction off his match-day shirt at the end of the game.

Please come along and support on the day

https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/event/ghh-cup-charity-football-match

Testimonial Tuesday ...
07/04/2026

Testimonial Tuesday ...

Wishing Funeral Administrator June a wonderful Birthday 🎂🥳❤
04/04/2026

Wishing Funeral Administrator June a wonderful Birthday 🎂🥳❤

Celebrating 4 years of service with Mortuary Assistant Chelsea 🥳🙌
04/04/2026

Celebrating 4 years of service with Mortuary Assistant Chelsea 🥳🙌

We are delighted to share that Austin’s Funeral Directors raised an incredible £355.58 in aid of Garden House Hospice Ca...
03/04/2026

We are delighted to share that Austin’s Funeral Directors raised an incredible £355.58 in aid of Garden House Hospice Care following our Cake & Coffee Morning at The Bereavement Centre, 74a High Street, Stevenage on 21st March.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for cake, conversation, and community spirit—it was wonderful to see so many familiar and new faces. Your support and kindness truly make a difference.

We are also deeply grateful to the Austin’s and Garden House Hospice teams who generously gave their time on the day:

Kerry Hall, Amanda Paine, David Hall, Paul McArthur, Sam Hall, Amanda McArthur, Joanne Bangs and Sharon Newland.

A special thank you to Claire Austin for baking so many fabulous cakes – your baking skills are legendary!

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Austins Family Funeral Directors. Whenever you need us we are there 24 hours a day 7 days a week

The Austin Family has served the community, as funeral directors, for over three centuries.

Our commitment to bereaved families has established Austin’s as Hertfordshire’s leading, family-owned and operated, funeral director.

Those working within our family business are proud to provide a standard of professionalism, dedication and depth of knowledge, recognised by both members of the public, professionals and other funeral directors.