Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Woolwich, London

About our Woolwich funeral home

Welcome to Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Woolwich. It would be a privilege to help arrange a dignified and respectful funeral for your loved one, so family and friends can say goodbye in a heartfelt and meaningful way.

We promise to help you feel as comfortable as possible and relieve some of the pressure when it comes to making important decisions. We understand that this is a difficult time, so we want nothing more than to make it a little easier for you.

Being based in London’s vibrant multi-cultural community, we have experience in providing funeral services for the many faiths and cultures in the capital, as well as non-belief services.

Our funeral directors can also cater for special requests, no matter how big or small. You may wish for a bespoke service, such as a green or eco-funeral, burial at sea, or a traditional horse and carriage procession. Your options are limitless if you choose our Full Service Funeral.

Francis Chappell & Sons celebrated 175 years of service in 2016, and we are proud and lucky to have been able to help the community we love for all this time. The Chappell’s name is present in 25 locations across South East England. Now, as a part of the Dignity group, we are backed by continuous investment in our funeral homes, expert teams and funeral vehicles.

We are always here to talk on 020 8854 0289. Please call us at any hour.

What we offer

The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
Advice and guidance every step of the way
Each detail tailored around your needs and wishes
A team of kind, local people who have close ties with the community
Cremation or burial at your chosen site
Funeral services for all faiths, cultures and personal preferences
Chapel of rest for spending time with your loved one
Various options for bespoke transport, such as limousines, hearses, & horse-drawn carriages
An array of beautiful memorials and tributes to choose from
Prepaid Funeral Plans for you or your family members

Funeral Services with distinction

We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UK's finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.

Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.

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99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.

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97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.

Our funeral services

With two packages available, we will arrange a funeral for your loved one suited to your requirements. Whether it's a traditional or a more contemporary service, you have choice with our Full Service Funeral. If a little flexibility with the arrangements is not a problem, a Simple Funeral at a lower cost may be preferable.

Full Service Funeral
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died.
Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.
Our costs from
_£3,545
Full Service Funeral
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died.
Our costs from
_£3,545
Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.
Full Service FuneralOur costs from £3,545
Or find out more about finance options available from Funeral Safe.

Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died. Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.
Our funeral professionals will care for your loved one in our premium facilities
A professional Arranger will provide support, guidance and co-ordinate everything for you
Have flexibility and choice over the time, day and location of the funeral service
We will provide a Funeral Director, chauffeur-driven hearse and pallbearers for the service
We can add services and tailor the funeral to suit your own specific requirements
To find out more, please call us on 020 8854 0289.
Simple Funeral Service in Woolwich
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
This kind of service is suitable if you have the flexibility to choose from a limited choice of dates and times for the service and you do not want to have a lot of additional services added to the funeral. You can rest assured that we will never compromise on the care we provide when looking after your loved one.
Our costs from
_£1,995
Simple Funeral Service in Woolwich
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
Our costs from
_£1,995
This kind of service is suitable if you have the flexibility to choose from a limited choice of dates and times for the service and you do not want to have a lot of additional services added to the funeral. You can rest assured that we will never compromise on the care we provide when looking after your loved one.
Simple Funeral Service in WoolwichOur costs from £1,995
Or ,find out more about finance options available from Funeral Safe.

A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
Our funeral professionals will care for your loved one in our premium facilities
A professional Arranger will provide support, guidance and co-ordinate everything for you
The service will be at a mutually agreed time and date dependent upon availability, usually on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
We will provide a Funeral Director, chauffeur-driven hearse and pallbearers for the service
Some additional services such as arranging floral tributes or obituaries are not available
To find out more, please call us on 020 8854 0289

Where to find us

Address

5 Thomas Street

Woolwich SE18 6HL

Get Directions

Directions and Parking

We are two minutes from the DLR Arsenal station, next door to the Great Harry Pub, and five minutes from the Woolwich Registrar.

There is car parking available at the rear of our funeral home.

Funeral Home Opening Times

Outside of normal hours, visits can be made by appointment only.

Day of the Week	Hours
Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

24 Hour Availability

Outside of our funeral home’s opening times, we are available 24 hours a day by phone.

Call 24 hours on 020 8854 0289

Supporting you along the way

We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.

Frequently asked questions

When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.
Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.

Reviews for Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Woolwich

We take the greatest of care when we look after families. Read what our clients have to say about their experiences with our funeral directors in Woolwich.

5.0

based on 9 reviews

Mr Gerard D.

June 14, 2021

I found the service from arrangement of the funeral and running up to the date of the service was excellent, the ground staff on the day of the service was very professional.