ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL LOCATIONS

Funerals are not just limited to traditional chapels. There are many alternative venues around London that welcome funeral services.

From intimate rooms overlooking sprawling grounds, to large concert halls - take some time to explore the options and get in touch with us if you have any questions.

The Compassionate Funeral Home, Wanstead

A relaxed, intimate space with flexibility to make the service completely your own.

FACILITIES:

Seating for up to 16 guests
Chair hire can be arranged on your behalf
Bluetooth speaker
Disabled access
Tea and coffee making facilities
Parking available
Good public transport links

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3-5 Devon House, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AW
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www.compassionatefunerals.co.uk/about-us/

United Reformed Church, Wanstead

A beautifully renovated Grade II listed church building in East London, welcoming non-religious funeral services.

FACILITIES:

Seating for 75 guests
Chairs and tables included in hire
PA system
Projector and screen
Organ and piano
Fully accessible building with accessible toilet facilities
A few mins walk from Snaresbrook tube station and well connected with bus routes
Good local restaurants and pubs for refreshments

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Nightingale Ln, London E11 2HD
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www.theisandkhan.com/work/wanstead-urc/

Round Chapel, Hackney

Opened in 1871; this beautiful building has great amenities and a large seating capacity.

FACILITIES:

Seating for 300 guests
Chairs and tables included in hire
Grand piano
Disabled access
Parking available
Good public transport links

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1D Glenarm Rd, Lower Clapton, London E5 0LY
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www.roundchapel.org/venue-hire

Lauderdale House, Highgate

Situated amidst the peaceful gardens of Waterlow Park, Lauderdale House is a 16th century Grade II* listed building which offers an elegant and refined setting to celebrate the life of a loved one.

FACILITIES:

Lower Gallery - seats 100 guests
Long Gallery - seats 130 guests
The Conservatory - hosts up to 50 guests
Tables and chairs included in hire
PA system, microphone
Projector and screen
Easels for displaying large photographs
Pianos in Lower and Long Galleries
Event steward to help with set up

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Waterlow Park, Highgate Hill, Highgate Hl, London N6 5HG
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www.lauderdalehouse.org.uk

Abney Park Chapel, Stoke Newington

Abney Park Chapel is a magnificent Grade II listed building located in Abney Park Cemetery. Located between Stoke Newington Church Street and Stoke Newington High Street, Abney Park covers 12.5 hectares. This tranquil, historic and biodiverse green space is listed as a Grade II park on Historic England's register of parks and gardens and is one the magnificent seven cemeteries in London.

FACILITIES:

Seating for 70 guests
Bluetooth speaker
PA system and microphones
Projector and screen
Wheelchair friendly

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Abney Park Cemetery, 215 Stoke Newington High St, N16 0LH
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www.hackneyvenues.com/the-chapel

St Mary's Community Centre, Stoke Newington

St Mary's Community Hall is an award winning intimate and flexible space, perfect for funerals and wakes.

FACILITIES:

Flexible space with mixed seating capacity
Chairs and tables included in hire
Accessible building with accessible toilets
Well-equipped kitchen

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Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 9ES
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www.stmaryscentren16.org/available-spaces

St Mary's Old Church, Stoke Newington

The Old Church is a not-for-profit arts venue in the heart of Stoke Newington, and the only surviving Elizabethan church in London.

FACILITIES:

Seating for up to 100 guests
Chairs and tables included in hire
PA system and microphone
Digital piano

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Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 9ES
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www.theoldchurch.org.uk

The Art Pavilion, Mile End

The Art Pavilion is a modern and spacious gallery located within Mile End Park. The venue is built into the grass bank and has a stunning glass wall that allows in natural light and offers views of the lake and surrounding nature.

FACILITIES:

Can host up to 260 standing
Chairs and tables available for hire
Variety of plinths for displays
Fully accessible

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Mile End Park, Clinton Road, London, E3 4QY
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www.towerhamlets.gov.uk

Burgh House, Hampstead

Burgh House offers a peaceful and dignified setting to celebrate the life of a loved one. Located in Hampstead Village, just a short walk from Hampstead Heath, this Grade I listed Queen Anne house provides a calm and elegant space for remembrance.

FACILITIES:

Seating for 70 guests
Projector and screen
Easels for displaying photos
Accessible access to ground floor
In-house catering by Leafi
Flexible room layouts

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New End Square, London NW3 1LT
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www.burghhouse.org.uk

Fitzrovia Chapel, Central London

The Fitzrovia Chapel is an enchanting jewel of Byzantine inspired architecture located in the heart of London. A warm and welcoming intimate space with bags of character and magic.

FACILITIES:

Seating for 78 guests
Soundsystem
Chairs and tables included in hire
LED candles

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Fitzroy Place, 2 Pearson Square, London W1T 3BF
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www.fitzroviachapel.org

Asylum Chapel, Peckham

Asylum Chapel is a beautifully distressed Grade II listed venue in the heart of Peckham in South London. A truly unique location with historical and romantic charm amongst the stained glass windows and crumbling paint.

FACILITIES:

Seating for 120 guests
Chairs and tables included in hire
Moveable wheelchair ramp
No accessible toilet

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Caroline Gardens, Asylum Road, London SE15 2SQ
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www.asylumchapel.co.uk

Words From Families We’ve Served

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Outstanding service, they treat you like family and listen to all your needs. Words cannot do justice to the service they delivered for my Auntie. Multicultural, multifaith team thats what makes them the best funeral directors in the UK. Thanks again guys

Alima

Muslim

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Compassionate Funerals are very caring, considerate and truly live up to their name. I was at a funeral of a friend's father which they took complete care of, going above and beyond, to ensure it ran smoothly. A truly blessed funeral company. Thank you!

Ayub

Spiritual

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The team at Compassionate Funerals were exceptional. Allistair was very accommodating and came to the family house to meet all the family to get a sense of our mother who passed away. They made us feel like we were celebrating the life of our loved one rather than grieving a loss.
I would highly recommend them.

Sonia

Christian

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I highly recommend Compassionate. They responded quickly and sensitively to our requests within a tight timeframe (after our mother passed away very suddenly) and supported us wonderfully in providing a lovely service.

Zoe

Humanist

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I found Compassionate Funerals to be very helpful, reliable and economical. I have recommended them since and would do so again.

Jon Underwood

Buddhist

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Couldn't have asked for more. Allistair and his staff helped my family through one of our toughest times. The kindness, warmth and patience shown to us was more then we could ever have expected.

We would like to sincerely thank you for your support.

Quynh

Roman Catholic

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Allistair and the rest of Compassionate Funerals were excellent. They were always responsive, kind and gentle, providing just the right amount of help that we needed to guide us through the process.

Extremely professional and high quality.

Dave

Secular

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A wonderful warm welcoming establishment. The personal service is impeccable and perfect for all your requirements. Highly recommend the friendly and intimate service this lovely couple offer.

Mariya

Muslim

This is a family run business who are very compassionate people. No details are too big or too small and they really do care about everyone they meet. They provide a great service with really friendly and helpful staff Its a pleasure knowing them.