Local Information for Dunstable
We understand that having to cope with the practicalities following a death can be a daunting and stressful prospect. Below is some useful information for the Dunstable area, but do not hesitate to contact us if we can help in any way.
Crematoriums & Cemetries
Luton Vale Crematorium
Butterfield Green Road, Luton, LU2 8DD
Tel: 01296 468 300
Bierton Crematorium
Cane End Lane, Bierton, Aylesbury, HP22 5BH
Tel: 01582 723 700
Dunstable Cemetery
West Street, Dunstable, LU6 1QD
Tel: 01582 891 428
Churches & Celebrants
Priory Church of St. Peter
Church Close, Church Street, Dunstable, LU5 4RU
Tel: 01582 477 401
St Mary’s Catholic Parish Church
82 West Street, Dunstable, LU6 1NY
Tel: 01582 662 710
There are many celebrants who work in Dunstable. We do our best to match families with celebrants who we feel will best suit the individual’s needs.
Caterers
Kazmicks Restaurant
1 Broadwalk, Dunstable, LU5 4RU
Tel: 01582 606 401
Florists
Cottage Garden Flower Shop
160 Chiltern Road, Dunstable, LU6 1EU
Tel: 01582 661 424
Frugal Frog Flowers
3 Milton Way, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5UF
Tel: 07751 644 140
The Flower Girl
3 Neville Road, Luton, LU3 2JG
Tel: 01582 599 120
Wake Venues
Dunstable United Services Club
160 High Street South, Dunstable, LU6 3HS
Tel: 01582 663 204
Grove Theatre
Court Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4GP
Tel: 01582 602 080
Kazmicks Restaurant
1 Broadwalk, Dunstable, LU5 4RU
Tel: 01582 606 401
Taxi Companies
Speedline Taxis
Tel: 01582 666 999
Train Stations
Luton Train Station
Station Rd, Luton LU1 2LT
Our nearest train station is Luton. There are very regular buses along the Luton – Dunstable busway.
Accommodation
Holiday Inn Express Dunstable
London Road, Caddington, Dunstable, LU6 3DX
Tel: 01582 344 499
Premier Inn Dunstable
350 Luton Road, Dunstable, LU5 4LL
Tel: 0333 777 4663
Parks, Gardens & Attractions
Dunstable Downs
Dunstable Road, Whipsnade, LU6 2GY
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
Whipsnade, Dunstable, LU6 2LF
The Dunstable Centre
Court Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4JD
Tel: 01582 361 400
Shizen-No Judo Club
High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1LW
Tel: 07951 844 784
Grove Theatre
Court Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4GP
Tel: 01582 602 080
Other Key Contacts
Dunstable Registry Office
Watling House, High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1NF
Tel: 0300 300 8089
HM Coroner – Bedfordshire and Luton
Tel: 0300 300 8383
Links
If you’re struggling, you may find the following websites offer useful resources, advice and support groups for coping with grief and loss.
- The Samaritans – help for anyone dealing with any type of loss or issue.
- Cruse Bereavement Care – for support after a loss.
- Hope Again – for young people needing support following a loss.
- Widowed and Young – for younger people who have lost a partner.
- Macmillan – for support following a loss through cancer.
- Marie Curie – for support following a loss through a terminal illness.
- The Lullaby Trust – for support for those following an unexpected loss of a baby or young child.
- SANDS – for support following a loss through stillbirth or neonatal passing.
- Winston’s Wish – advice for anyone supporting bereaved children.
- Childhood Bereavement Network – a hub for anyone supporting bereaved children.
Registering a death that happened in Dunstable
When you register the death, you will be asked for:
- The medical certificate.
- The deceased person’s medical card.
- Any benefit books.
- The deceased person’s marriage certificate, if there is a surviving spouse or civil partner.
You will also be asked for the following information about the deceased person:
- First name, surname and any maiden name.
- Date and place of death.
- Last permanent address.
- Date and place of birth (a copy of their birth certificate is helpful).
- Occupation and name/occupation/date of birth of any surviving spouse or civil partner. Details of benefit being claimed, including State and private pension income.
The registrar will issue a death certificate. If the deceased person had financial dealings with a number of organisations including banks, building societies and insurance companies, you may find it useful to obtain additional copies. Many companies will require a certified copy of the death certificate when they are advised of the death.