Planning ahead
Funeral plans tailored to you
Make your wishes clear, ease future decisions for the people you love and secure the cost of the funeral director’s services included in your plan at today’s prices.
- Clear information with no pressure
- Personal choices tailored to you
- FCA-regulated plan provider
Taking the first step
A thoughtful step towards peace of mind
Thinking about your own funeral isn’t always the easiest conversation to start, but taking a moment to plan ahead is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can leave for the people you love. When the time comes, having a clear plan in place saves your family from difficult decisions and financial guesswork during an emotional time.
At Wealden Funeral Services, we believe planning ahead should be straightforward, stress-free and reassuring. As an independent local funeral director, we know our community well and take pride in offering gentle, step-by-step guidance. To give you complete confidence in your choices, we have partnered with Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited as an authorised representative.
Choosing a pre-paid funeral plan allows you to arrange every detail of your service in advance—from simple personal touches to specific requests—while securing the cost of our professional services included in the plan at today’s prices. It means you can rest easy knowing your wishes will be respected and your family supported.
How plans work
Flexible choices, with your payment kept secure
We understand that everyone’s life story is unique, which is why your funeral plan should be too. Through our relationship with Ecclesiastical Planning Services, we offer flexible funeral plans that can be tailored precisely to what you want—whether that is a traditional service, a quiet cremation or a unique celebration of life.
When you take out a plan with us, your payment is placed securely into an independent trust fund or whole-of-life assurance policy managed by Ecclesiastical. This keeps your funds completely safe until they are needed, ensuring that when the time comes, the services specified in your plan are fully covered.
Because funeral plans are strictly regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), you benefit from robust consumer protection. There are no hidden surprises:
- Clear, transparent pricing in line with national standard regulations.
- Flexible payment choices, whether you prefer a single payment or manageable monthly instalments.
- Complete peace of mind knowing that your money is held independently from our business.
We will explain every detail clearly, without complicated jargon or high-pressure sales tactics. We are here to listen, answer your questions and help you decide what is right for you.
When you’re ready
Simple, caring guidance with no pressure
There is no rush and zero pressure. Exploring a pre-paid funeral plan with Wealden Funeral Services is simply an open conversation about your future wishes.
When you get in touch, we will provide clear plan information, including a detailed breakdown of what is covered, any potential third-party costs such as cremation or burial fees, and the terms of your plan. We don’t offer financial advice; instead, we give you all the honest, clear information you need to make the choice that feels right for you and your budget.
If you ever change your mind, your plan can be cancelled in accordance with standard cancellation terms, and you can also update your personal wishes whenever you like.
Whether you prefer to pop into our local office for a cup of tea, request a brochure to read quietly at home or have a relaxed phone call, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Ready to start the conversation?
Contact our friendly team today to request your free, no-obligation funeral plan guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about pre-paid funeral plans
Yes. Wealden Funeral Services is an Appointed Representative of Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This ensures your plan meets strict consumer protection standards.
Your payment is placed securely into an independent trust fund or a whole-of-life assurance policy managed by Ecclesiastical Planning Services. The money is held entirely separate from our business until the time of the funeral.
Yes. Every plan can be tailored to reflect your exact personal preferences, from the type of service and music choices to specific burial or cremation requests.
You can amend your personal preferences at any time. If your circumstances change, plans can also be transferred or cancelled in accordance with the plan's standard terms and conditions.
Yes. Securing a plan fixes the cost of the funeral director’s services included in your plan at today’s prices, protecting your loved ones against future cost increases.
Regulatory information
Important information about our funeral plans
FCA authorisation
Wealden Funeral Services is an Appointed Representative of Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited (EPSL), which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Firm Reference Number: 958152.
Service scope
Wealden Funeral Services acts as an intermediary and only offers funeral plans provided by Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited. We do not provide financial advice.
CMA compliance and price transparency
In accordance with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) Funeral Director Order, our Standardised Price List, Terms of Business and Disclosure of Interests are available on our website or upon request in branch.
A conversation at your pace
Request your free funeral plan guide
Ask questions, explore your options and take all the time you need. There is no obligation and no pressure.