OUR SERVICES & FEES
Create A Beautiful Farewell
We know how difficult and daunting it can be when someone you love dies, especially if you're also responsible for arranging the funeral.
We're here to help you with the entire process and guide you through the options, so that you have the time, space and resources you need to arrange a funeral that befits both the person that has died and those who have been left behind.
Every funeral should be as unique as the person it is for.
All our personal yet professional services are based on your wishes and are designed to be as flexible as possible to enable you to have the best funeral service. We are proud to serve London and beyond.
We don't do packages, but below are some examples of our services and related costs to help you choose the type of service you would like.
TRADITIONAL SERVICE EXAMPLE FEE
- Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
- Care of the person who has died prior to the funeral
- Morning service at a The City of London Crematorium (pre 10.00)
- Provision of a funeral director & bearers
- Transfer of the person who has died to The City of London Crematorium in our hearse
- York Oak veneer coffin
- Does not include celebrant or priest
BESPOKE SERVICE EXAMPLE FEE
- Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
- Care of the person who has died prior to the funeral
- Morning service at a The City of London Crematorium (pre 10.00)
- Provision of a funeral director & bearers
- Transfer of the person who has died to The City of London Crematorium in our hearse
- York Oak veneer coffin
- Does not include celebrant or priest
WHAT TO DO WHEN SOMEONE DIES
Step-by-step guidance on what to do, how to register a death, and arranging the funeral with care and support:
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What to do when someone dies at home, at a hospital, hospice or care home
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How to register the person's death
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How to arrange the funeral
CREMATION SERVICE EXAMPLE FEE
- Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
- Care of the person who has died prior to the funeral
- Morning service at a The City of London Crematorium (pre 10.00)
- Provision of a funeral director & bearers
- Transfer of the person who has died to The City of London Crematorium in our hearse
- York Oak veneer coffin
- Does not include celebrant or priest
BURIAL SERVICE EXAMPLE FEE
- Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
- Care of the person who has died prior to the funeral
- Provision of a funeral director & bearers
- Transfer of the person who has died to the local cemetery of your choice in our hearse
- York Oak veneer coffin
- Does not include celebrant or priest
- Does not include grave fee
REPATRIATION EXAMPLE FEE
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Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
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Care of the person who has died prior to the repatriation
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Embalming as per legal requirement
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Direct transfer of the person who has died to the relevant airport
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York Oak veneer zinc lined coffin
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Does not include attending a Church or Mosque
- Does not include the flight fees
Religious Service Example Fee
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Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
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Care of the person who has died prior to the funeral
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Opportunity for the family to wash & dress the person who has died
- Cremation fee at The City of London Crematorium (after 10am)
- Provision of a funeral director & bearers
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Transfer of the person who has died to a place of worship followed by committal at The City of London Crematorium in our hearse
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York Oak veneer coffin
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Does not include minister or priest
Green & Eco-Friendly Funeral Example Fee
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Attending to all necessary arrangements, including liaising with third parties, collating the legal documentation & collection from a local address during office hours
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Care of the person who has died prior to the funeral
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Opportunity for the family to wash & dress the person who has died
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Provision of a funeral director & bearers on the day of the funeral
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Transfer of the person who has died to the burial ground
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Eco coffin (cardboard or natural material)
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Does not include celebrant or priest
- Does not include grave fees
DIRECT CREMATION FEE
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A Direct Cremation is a cremation with no service and is unattended
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At Compassionate Funerals you have the opportunity to have a small gathering and spend time with the person who has died prior to the cremation in our family room
- You can have your loved one dressed in their own clothes and will be able to place person items in the coffin with them
- We will work with you to find a date that feels right
- The price is inclusive of all fees and includes a simple jute coffin
- Our Direct Cremations take place at Manor Park Crematorium - it is possible to arrange it at other crematoriums but this will incur additional fees
Full Price List
All prices from
Essential Costs
£1,900 - Professional Fees (from)
This includes:
An initial meeting with us, at our premises or a local address.
Advice and help throughout the funeral arranging process.
Collection, care, washing, and dressing of the person who has died.
Spending time with the person who has died in our peaceful family room.
Overseeing of legal paperwork.
Liaising with all external parties (celebrant, venues, priest etc) to ensure the funeral ceremony reflects your wishes.
Our full support and presence on the day of the funeral.
Not included:
- Cremation or Burial Fee
This cost varies depending on which venue you choose.
Coffins
£550 - York Oak Veneer Coffin
£850 - Derby Solid Oak Coffin
£700 - Natural Woven Coffins (from)
£2,200 - American Style Caskets (from)
Coffin Bearers
£80 - Meet at Crematorium
£85 - Meet at Cemetery
£95 - Multiple Locations (from)
Friends or family members can also carry the coffin. Full instruction and supervision will be given.
Third Party Fees
£250 - Priest (from)
£350 - Celebrant (from)
£150 - Organist (from)
Vehicles
£380 - Hearse (3hrs)
£380 - Limousine (3hrs)
£1,450 - Horse Drawn (two horses + carriage)
£100 - Extra time per hour per vehicle
Weekend surcharges may apply
Other Costs
£350 - Out of Hours Collection
Out of office hours view/wash/Puja - £150 first hour, £100 per extra hour
£550 - Take into Church or Home (separate from funeral day)
Friends or family members can also carry the coffin. Full instruction and supervision will be given.
£220 - Embalming by request (from)
£450 - Saturday Funeral surcharge
£550 - Sunday Funeral surcharge
£70 - Collection of Ashes from local crematorium (hold for one month)
Temporary Grave Marker £100
Funeral Advice
If you would like to organise the funeral yourself, we can give you advice on how to do this, from £150 per hour
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Multi-Faith Funerals
We are sensitive and committed to meeting the cultural needs of the many wonderful and diverse communities which make up Great Britain.
Our years of experience and service to these communities ensures the funeral rites and rituals you need are honoured, respected and delivered.
Our funeral home offers specialist washing and dressing facilities that enable communities to come together and care for their loved ones in a beautiful and comfortable environment.