Heathfield Funeral Service

05/12/2025

International Volunteer Day - 5th December

Today, we celebrate the incredible impact of volunteers worldwide. At Heathfield Funeral Service and C. Waterhouse & Sons, we know the importance of giving back, not just through our services but by supporting our communities in every way we can.

Volunteering isn’t just a one-day event; some of our dedicated team will be out volunteering today and, in the weeks, to come, contributing to causes close to our hearts. From charity events to local support initiatives, we're proud to be part of a movement that truly makes a difference.

A huge thank you to all the volunteers who give their time, energy, and love. You’re the heart of our communities, and we’re so grateful for you!

26/11/2025

It's Wednesday, and we've another turn under the spotlight - continuing our series where we share a little more about ‘Who We Are’.

Each post, we’ll be introducing you to one of the friendly faces you might see or speak to when you get in touch with us. From our team’s roles to their names and faces - you’ll get to know the people behind our name.

We’ll also share a bit of our history, what we stand for, and why we’re so passionate about providing care with compassion and respect in every moment. As an established, trusted and respected name in the funeral profession, we strive to deliver our ‘traditional values with a modern approach’.

So, whether you’ve known us for years or are just finding out who we are, we hope this series brings you closer to the people who make our work possible and allows you to get to know ‘Who We Are’.

With only a handful of weeks left in 2025, we've plenty of time for the last few familiar faces. For Week 9, it's time for Phillip Hawkins to be the focus of the week!

21/11/2025

Today marks the beginning of the 'Christmas in Heathfield' event, featuring the Christmas Light Switch-On! Events start around 3:45pm when Father Christmas arrives. With the Christmas lights switch-on at 4:35pm.

There is plenty to see and do, with late-night shopping and a Festive Artisan Market at State Hall.

Whilst you are there, check out the Christmas Tree Festival at Union Church, Heathfield, full of trees from local businesses, organisations and shops.

Our Heathfield Funeral Service tree features our Remembrance Robins - simply write the name of a loved one who is no longer with us on one of our Remembrance Robins and hang it on the tree. The tree will be displayed in the window at Heathfield Funeral Service on Hailsham Road. After Christmas, you can come and collect it from us at Heathfield Funeral Service and keep it forever.

19/11/2025

Get ready for a magical night in town!

Festive fun with Father Christmas
Late Night Shopping throughout town and in the Indoor Market
PLUS… the big Christmas Lights Switch-On!

Join us for this FREE festive event on Friday, 21st November!

12/11/2025

It's Wednesday, and we've another turn under the spotlight - continuing our series where we share a little more about ‘Who We Are’.

Each post, we’ll be introducing you to one of the friendly faces you might see or speak to when you get in touch with us. From our team’s roles to their names and faces - you’ll get to know the people behind our name.

We’ll also share a bit of our history, what we stand for, and why we’re so passionate about providing care with compassion and respect in every moment. As an established, trusted and respected name in the funeral profession, we strive to deliver our ‘traditional values with a modern approach’.

So, whether you’ve known us for years or are just finding out who we are, we hope this series brings you closer to the people who make our work possible and allows you to get to know ‘Who We Are’.

We find ourselves in November now, and to start proceedings for Week 8, it's time for Zara Rhys Jones to be the star of the show...

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember and honour all those who gave their tomorrow for our today.

05/11/2025

We were lucky enough to have a member of Hospice in the Weald come and visit us, and after their visit, we received a lovely email of thanks.

Anyone is welcome to visit any of our premises, and we are proud of our care, our approach and our facilities.

Our door is always open.

29/10/2025

A lovely personal touch to a final farewell C Waterhouse & Sons

22/10/2025

It's Wednesday, and we've another turn under the spotlight - continuing our series where we share a little more about ‘Who We Are’.

Each post, we’ll be introducing you to one of the friendly faces you might see or speak to when you get in touch with us. From our team’s roles to their names and faces - you’ll get to know the people behind our name.

We’ll also share a bit of our history, what we stand for, and why we’re so passionate about providing care with compassion and respect in every moment. As an established, trusted and respected name in the funeral profession, we strive to deliver our ‘traditional values with a modern approach’.

So, whether you’ve known us for years or are just finding out who we are, we hope this series brings you closer to the people who make our work possible and allows you to get to know ‘Who We Are’.

And for Week 7, it's time for Chris Porter to take centre stage...

17/10/2025

15/10/2025

The long life of a very much loved and respected lady was celebrated last week.

We had the privilege of taking the born and bred Burwash resident on her final journey, complete with her crash helmet proudly displayed on the coffin.

She was a lifelong motorbike enthusiast, attending her last motorbike show at the age of 95! Life goals!

13/10/2025

Another amazing bonfire night courtesy of Heathfield District Bonfire Society. Great turn out. Clare Waterhouse manned the bar with Julian and Matthew Pennells to raise funds for the society and the drinks flowed all evening.