Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
About us
Established in 1840 as ‘cabinet makers’ by John Chappell, Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors has supported the local families of South East London with kindness and dedication for over 175 years.
Our values of tradition, respect, and high quality are at the heart of all that we do. You will find this in any of our 25 funeral homes, which are in Crawley, East Croydon, Downham, Greenwich, Lewisham, Upper Norwood, Sydenham, Walworth, East Dulwich, Orpington, Beckenham, Bromley, Eltham, Farnborough, Orpington, Sidcup, West Wickham, Woolwich, Sevenoaks, Bexleyheath, Catford, East, Grinstead, Horsham and Chislehurst.
We are committed to making a difference in all of our communities, supporting hundreds of local activities every year. It has always been important to us to give something back. Read more about our history, founders and stories from over the years.
Our locations
East Grinstead
Swan Court, East Grinstead, RH19 1AG
Crawley
8 Grand Parade, High Street, Crawley, RH10 1BU
Horsham
55-57 Rusper Road, Horsham, RH12 4BJ
Farnborough
332 Crofton Road, Orpington, BR6 8NW
Orpington
Boundary Place, 89 Sevenoaks Road, Orpington, BR6 9JW
Sevenoaks
27 London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1AR
Walworth
239 East Street, Walworth, SE17 2SS
Bexleyheath
217 Broadway, Bexleyheath, DA6 7EJ
Bromley
231 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1NZ
Beckenham
238 High Street, Beckenham, BR3 1EN
Sydenham
41 Sydenham Road, Sydenham, SE26 5EX
Eltham
72 High Street, Eltham, SE9 1BT
Belmont Hill
4 Lee High Road, Lewisham, SE13 5LQ
Woolwich
5 Thomas Street, Woolwich, SE18 6HL
Catford
196-200 Verdant Lane, Catford, SE6 1LL
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs 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.
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.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
Head Office
4 King Edwards Court,
King Edward Square,
Sutton Coldfield,
West Midlands, B73 6AP
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Calls are recorded for monitoring and quality purposes. All calls made to 0800 and 0808 numbers are free of charge whether made from a landline or mobile phone. Dignity Funerals Limited is a company registered in England No. 00041598. VAT registered No. 486 6081 14. Registered office: 4 King Edwards Court, King Edwards Square, Sutton Coldfield B73 6AP. Dignity Funerals Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under Firm Reference Number 967130. Please note that the selling and administering of funeral plans is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), however if you are purchasing a funeral without a funeral plan this will not be covered by FCA regulation.