Independent family funeral directors in Shrewsbury
Here to help you,
at any hour.
We are Hartwell & Rest, a family firm on Wyle Cop, caring for Shropshire families since 1952. Plain words, gentle help, and someone to answer the phone whenever you need us.
Here day and night
Someone answers the phone at any hour, every day of the year. Call 01743 350 118 whenever you need us.
A written estimate, always
You get a full written estimate before anything is agreed. No hidden costs, and no surprises.
A Shropshire family since 1952
Three generations of the same family, in the same town, doing the same careful work.
Who we are
A family firm in Shrewsbury
Hartwell & Rest has looked after Shropshire families for three generations. Margaret Hartwell is the third of her family to do this work, and she leads a small team who take real care over every detail.
We sit down with you, we listen, and we explain things plainly. There is no rush and no pressure. Whatever you decide, we help you carry it out.
More about us
How we can help
What we can arrange
Whatever kind of funeral feels right, we will guide you through it step by step.
- A first call at any hour, and we come to you when you are ready.
- A simple cremation, quiet and unhurried, from £1,895.
- A traditional service, arranged just as you wish, from £3,400.
- A green burial at the Green Acres site, from £2,950.
- Prepaid plans, including Golden Charter plans you already hold.
- A full written estimate for everything, so you always know the cost.
We cannot take away the loss. What we can do is take the weight of the arrangements, so you have time to be with the people you love.
We are here when you need us
Call us at any hour, or read our simple guide to the first few days.