A Dignified Final Journey

Honoring your loved one with grace and tradition

A horse-drawn funeral offers a traditional and dignified way to honor your loved one's final journey. Our magnificent Shire horses provide a peaceful and respectful farewell that creates a lasting memory for family and friends.

We treat every funeral with the utmost respect and care, working closely with you and your funeral director to ensure every detail is perfect.

Our Funeral Services

Traditional Hearse

Traditional horse-drawn hearse

A traditional hearse can be drawn by a pair or four-horse team of Shire horses. This elegant option is perfect for those seeking a classic and formal funeral procession.

  • Drawn by 2 or 4 Shire horses
  • Horses' manes and tails plaited with matching ribbons
  • Plumes can be added if required
  • Black leather harness with gleaming brass fittings

Flatbed Dray

Flatbed dray for funeral service

A purpose-adapted flatbed dray offers a unique and meaningful option, particularly ideal for country funerals or woodland burials.

  • Perfect for country funerals and woodland burials
  • Accommodates large caskets or coffins
  • Drawn by a pair or four-horse team
  • Can be decorated to personal preference

Farm Cart

Farm cart for funeral service

A traditional farm cart provides a rustic and authentic option, perfect for those with agricultural connections or who prefer a simpler, more traditional approach.

  • Ideal for agricultural and rural funerals
  • Authentic and traditional appearance
  • Drawn by a pair of Shire horses
  • Suitable for woodland and natural burials

Additional Options

Lead Horse

A lead horse can also be provided to head up the funeral cortege, traditionally plaited and decorated or wearing black leather harness with gleaming brass fittings. This adds an extra touch of dignity and presence to the procession.

Personalization

We understand that every funeral is unique and personal. We can work with you to incorporate:

  • Specific ribbon colors to match family preferences or the deceased's favorite colors
  • Custom plumes in various colors
  • Special decorations or personal touches

Working with Your Funeral Director

We work closely with funeral directors throughout the UK to ensure every detail is handled with care and professionalism. You can either:

Contact Us Directly

Reach out to us with your requirements and we'll handle all the arrangements.

Through Your Funeral Director

Pass our details to your funeral director and we will liaise with them directly.

Our Funeral Services

Providing dignified and respectful horse-drawn funeral services

What Families Say

PLACEHOLDER: "A beautiful and dignified send-off for our father. The team handled everything with such care and respect. The horses were magnificent and brought comfort during a difficult time."

The Johnson Family

PLACEHOLDER: "Thank you for making my mother's funeral so special. The horse-drawn hearse was exactly what she would have wanted. Everything was perfect and handled with great sensitivity."

Margaret S.

PLACEHOLDER: "The horses and carriage provided a peaceful and respectful farewell for our grandfather. The professionalism and compassion shown by the team was exceptional."

The Thompson Family

Get in Touch

We understand this is a difficult time. Please contact us for more information or to discuss your requirements. We're here to help make the arrangements as smooth as possible.

Alternatively, pass our details to your funeral director and we will liaise with them directly.

Contact Us Call 07831 198768