James Scott Funeral Directors
Edinburgh
James Scott Funeral Directors
314 Portobello High Street, Edinburgh, EH15 2DA
Lines open 24 hours a day
About our Portobello funeral home
Welcome to James Scott Funeral Directors, based in Portobello, Edinburgh.
As funeral professionals, we feel honoured to be able to offer our support and advice to help our local families through a difficult time. We always go the extra step to make everything as easy as possible for you and your family.
Our funeral home on Portobello High Street is easy to reach from the surrounding areas, including Craigentinny, Northfield, Brunstane and Joppa.
As Dignity funeral directors, we are known for our consistently high standards of funeral care, service and facilities. We draw upon a wide range of knowledge and expertise, and can arrange all kinds of funeral services. We will work with you to piece together the perfect farewell for your loved one.
We understand that arranging a funeral can be daunting, so we want you to know that we are here for you, whenever you need us. You can reach us by telephone at any time of the day.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 0131 669 6333 today.
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.
Our services
With two packages available, 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.
View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.
The Attended Funeral
Our Attended Funeral includes care of your loved one, a Park Coffin, a service at the place of committal which can be personalised as required for your loved one, followed by a burial or cremation.
- Attended Funeral £2595
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1097
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£3692
The Unattended Funeral
Our Unattended Funeral will best suit your needs if you want to arrange a simple and straightforward cremation without a service or ceremony, allowing you and your loved one's friends and family to commemorate them in your own way.
- Unattended Funeral £1395
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- (Includes cost of cremation)-
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£1395
Memorials
Choose from a variety of options, including headstones and urns to memorial plaques, vases, statues, jewellery and plenty more. With a Memorial, you can create a tribute that especially reflects the life, love and cherished memories of your loved one.
Where to find us
Contact
Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 0131 669 6333
Our Address
314 Portobello High Street, Edinburgh, EH15 2DA
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Directions and parking
We are on the High Street opposite St. Marks Episcopal Church. There is free on street parking outside the funeral home.
0131 669 6333Supporting 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.
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.
We are a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and as such we abide by The Funeral Director Code. We also have a legal obligation to try and ensure the person who is arranging a funeral has the right to do so, or has permission from those who do.
If you are aware that someone has been appointed as the administrator, you should only arrange the funeral with this person's agreement.
If there is no Will or Letters of Administration, then the responsibility would pass to the next of kin.
A Memorial is a way of creating a lasting memory to help remember a loved one.
Dignity has been established for over 200 years and is one of the UK's leading providers of Funerals and with an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating (02/24). We are proud to help our customers every year with a diverse range of Memorial products and services to help remember their loved ones.
We offer a wide range of products – from traditional headstones, kerb sets, urns and benches to remembrance trees, plaques and vases. We also offer more personal and modern options such as jewellery, pin badges and photo related memorial products. As well as completely customised items.To organise your Memorial contact us on 0131 669 6333
Our reviews
Mr Alexander M.
18th Jun 2019
Tricia at James Scott, Funeral Directors, was our main point of contact. She was sympathetic, compassionate and patient when dealing with the many different points to be covered. She guided us through these efficiently and always had time to listen to us.
Nothing was rushed, but if there was a timescale to be adhered to she always let us know by gently reminding us.
They are local and very easy to deal with.
James Scott Funeral Directors
19th Jun 2019
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time and that our team looked after you so well.
Mrs Shirley T.
16th May 2019
Very good, respectful and friendly. I was put at ease and felt I didn't have to worry about anything as the service provided was very professional.
James Scott Funeral Directors
16th May 2019
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful and that we were able to help ease any worries that you may have had.
Mrs Fiona A.
8th May 2019
Having used Scott and Sons in Portobello before, Trish made us feel so comfortable and guided us through the process.
She is so friendly and helpful. We would not hesitate to recommend your service.
James Scott Funeral Directors
9th May 2019
Thank you for posting your online review. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to provide you with the support and guidance needed.
Pamela Restorick
8th Jul 2025
As family we would like to send a grateful thankyou to James Scott and sons , especially the team working from Portobello and in particular Lee-Anne , at the most difficult time of our lives arranging a funeral for our mum she was kind and generous with her time , nothing was too much to ask and she always responded to emails and phone calls
Thankyou so much to you all for assisting us and delivering the funeral we wanted for our mum
The Restorick Family
George Greig
23rd Jan 2024
Very happy with services provided
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