We are W. English & Son Funeral Directors in South Woodford. Our history of caring for families goes all the way back to 1817, and it has been a privilege to serve our London community with expertise and uncompromising compassion for the last 200 years.
Our long heritage means a lot to us, because this has given us the experience that helps us to arrange the perfect farewell for families, helping to make a difficult time a little easier for the people in our care.
We are proud to be part of such a diverse community and can cater for all types of funerals; whether you think a religious, non-religious or alternative funeral is most fitting, we will always be able to help you.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 02089898422 today.
Meet our team
From our funeral directors in South Woodford, we will support you every step of the way when it comes to arranging a funeral. Our experienced and professional team will take care of all the details; providing your loved one with the farewell they would've wanted.
We understand how important it is to get things right when it comes to saying farewell to those we love. You will get an unparalleled standard of care from our qualified and compassionate funeral directors.
Please call us any time, 24 hours a day, to discuss your needs. We can also help with memorials, tributes and pre-paid funeral plans.
With four packages available, at W English & Son Funeral Directors in South Woodford we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,995
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,294
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£4,289
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,250
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,250
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
We will provide a service at one of our chapels for friends and family to celebrate the life of your loved one. This will be followed by an unattended cremation, carried out with the utmost care and overseen by one of our qualified attendants.
Chapel Service
£1,650
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for attendance of a celebrant or minister
£217
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,867
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
Our Crematorium Service offers a service that will take place at a chosen time at one of our selected local crematoria. Here, a few people are welcomed to remember and celebrate the life of your loved one. A dignified and respectable cremation will then be carried out without mourners present.
Crematorium Service
£1,550
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes doctor's fees and cremation fee)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,550
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
Rochelle answered our various queries promptly and kept to agreed timetables. These actions made our planning easier.
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Mrs Frances S.
February 14, 2023
The support I received from the staff of W English & Son was excellent especially Rochelle the funeral organiser. I was treated with compassion, care and understanding at all times and a very difficult time in my life was made so much easier. I cannot recommend this funeral directors highly enough
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We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with W English & Son Funeral Directors. I am pleased we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
Miss Ann R.
January 19, 2023
Rochelle was extremely helpful and informative. She responded professionally and promptly to all my queries. Everything was done quickly and with no fuss. The only hiccup was that the three roses should have been placed in mums coffin but were delivered on the day of the funeral which was them too late, so we placed them on top of the coffin instead. The celebrant Steve was brilliant and read the family tribute as if he personally knew mum. He made a sad day manageable.
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Thank you for your 5* review.
Mrs Norma H.
December 23, 2022
The staff who we came into contact with were helpful and courteous, from the funeral parlour to the crematorium.
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review.
Ms Jenni H.
October 22, 2022
All staff were very professional from start to finish at a very difficult and sensitive time for my sister and I. Rochelle was comforting and offered a great deal of support; Amy and her colleagues led the service on the day with dignity, professionalism and considered every aspect required. Would definitely recommend. Jenni and Terry
Response from W. English & Sons
I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time. I am pleased to hear that the service was carried out to your satisfaction.
Ms Diane C.
June 8, 2022
Kind compassionate staff who helped in any way they could. Resulting in a lovely dignified funeral on the day. The flowers were beautiful and the orders of service were beautifully printed. Our grateful thanks.
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for these lovely words, it means so much to the whole team. Our whole team are here to give you the utmost compassion and support to each and every client and I am glad they did this for you.
Mr Anthony H.
May 26, 2022
Very informative helpful and available for any help
Response from W. English & Sons
We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. Your comments will help us to ensure we are providing the right level of care to our families.
Miss Sharon F.
May 17, 2022
I would highly recommend W English and son funeral directors. Planning such an occasion can be really difficult and stressful at such a very sad time, but Rochelle was so professional and kind from the beginning and really helped along every step of the way. All questions were answered and ( good) advice given when asked for. Everything was dealt with appropriately and with care and kindness.
A special thank you to also to Teresa and her team, who were there on the day to ensure my dad had a perfect send off.
Response from W. English & Sons
It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time and that individual members of our team have provided a service to you to the best of their ability. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your father. We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with W English & Son.
Mr Alan P.
October 19, 2021
The service was amazing, both Rochelle and Denise attended to all our funeral needs.
They made us very relaxed in a very difficult time. I cannot praise there patience and understanding enough.
I will be forever grateful.
Response from W. English & Sons
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being open with us about the service we provided. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family. It has been an honour to look after you and your loved one and to respond sensitively to your specific needs.
Mr Tony A.
September 8, 2021
Absolutely brilliant all went well on the day and can recommend w English &sons
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for this positive recommendation, it is greatly appreciated.
Mr Paul T.
July 14, 2021
All arrangements were easily arranged and went to plan thank you
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for this positive recommendation, it is greatly appreciated.
Mr Stephen M.
May 12, 2021
Very pleased about the service. The two ladies at my branch were really helpful, friendly and kind. Furthermore they helped me out with arrangements that I did not have much experience with e.g. flowers. Also they told me that I should look out for my own wellbeing - good advice. On the day everything went really smoothly - the funeral director and driver were brilliant. Given the difficulties with Covid restriction I thought it was a lovely service. thank you.
Response from W. English & Sons
It is comforting to know that the team were there to support you through this time and relieve some of the pressure through guidance and support. Thank you for this positive recommendation, it is greatly appreciated.
Mr Kieron B.
May 9, 2021
We found them excellent. Very supportive at a difficult time. Communication was excellent, and everyone we dealt with was really friendly, helpful and professional.
Response from W. English & Sons
We know how special each person is and aim to convey this in all aspects of our work from the arrangements to the day of the service.
Mrs Gillian V.
May 4, 2021
A very caring and professional company who made a very difficult time for me feel easier
Response from W. English & Sons
I am pleased to hear that our team were so kind and caring to your family, thank you for your kind words.
Ms Jackie S.
April 27, 2021
I think they all did a fantastic job,they were all very busy but didn't make us feel they didn't have the time for us.thank you all
Response from W. English & Sons
These kind words mean a great deal to the whole team. We always strive to give each family what they need even when times are difficult. Thank you for using our services for your loved one.
Mrs Ann V.
November 27, 2020
Rochelle from South Woodford office was caring and considerate at a difficult time.
Response from W. English & Sons
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved.
Mr Joe H.
September 1, 2020
Good service.
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for your 4* review and comments.
Mr Roger M.
July 14, 2020
Very caring , thoughtful and helpful. Answered any questions or concerns you have.
Response from W. English & Sons
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us this review and that we provided a professional service to you.
Mrs Elaine S.
April 2, 2020
The staff made an unbearable situation bearable. They were always there to listen and support. They always arranged any requests really quickly and with their help, even with the virus, I got the funeral that I needed for my husband.
Response from W. English & Sons
Your comments will provide great encouragement to the team to keep doing their job to the best of their ability. I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected.
Mr Michael M.
November 6, 2019
From first entering the premises the care and respect was first class. The fact that we were able to arrange a Greek Orthodox prayer into the service at the chapel and the support you gave me helped me through a very difficult time, including getting last minute service tributes printed . Once again thank you.
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for posting your review online. You feedback is valued and I am pleased we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
Response from W. English & Sons
Thank you for highlighting a member of our team who has made a difference to your personal experience. All feedback is greatly appreciated.