The new funeral home is in Ferndown, Dorset on Ringwood Road in premises that were previously Pedals bike shop.
The building has been fully refurbished to create a welcoming environment. It offers a range of facilities including welcoming private family viewing and arranging rooms, and a comfortable service chapel where families can hold intimate gatherings prior to a cremation or burial service, ensuring comfort and privacy at a sensitive time.
Nicholas O'Hara Funeral Directors, a family business founded in 1974 by Nicholas O’Hara, has a long-standing relationship with the Ferndown community, having supported local families with care and compassion for many years from its branches in Wimborne and West Moors.
They joined Funeral Partners – the country’s third largest funeral business – last year, and the partnership has played a key role in enabling them to invest in growing the team and expanding their service availability by opening a new modern, comfortable and welcoming funeral home.
Funeral Director Jon Austin is from Ferndown and is looking forward to working closely with the community in his town.
He said: “It’s a privilege to be bringing our exceptional levels of service to somewhere I know very well.
“It is an exciting time for me and the team to be opening in Ferndown, and I am looking forward to being able to provide our service and support our local families at a convenient funeral home close to where they live.
“I grew up in Ferndown, went to school there and played sports in the area so I know the people and what matters to them.
“I hope we will be able to help lots of people in what is obviously a difficult time for them.”
Anthony O'Hara, Business Principal and son of founder Nicholas, said: “Opening this new branch is a significant step for us and one that we are deeply committed to.
“Ferndown is a community we care deeply about, and we're excited to provide even greater support with our new, purpose-built premises. We are proud to serve the families of Ferndown.”
For more information about Nicholas O'Hara Funeral Directors, for information about funeral plans or to arrange a funeral, please visit www.oharafunerals.co.uk or call 01202 152300.
For more information about Funeral Partners, please visit www.funeralpartners.co.uk/