Rated 5/5

R Butler & Sons Funeral Directors

5-7 Station Road, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 2BE
01323 840086
Lines open 24 hours a day
R Butler & Sons Funeral Directors in Hailsham, East Sussex.

About our Hailsham branch

We've been caring for the people of Hailsham since 1809. At R Butler & Sons Funeral Directors we know that every detail matters.

From handling the paperwork to advising on the little touches that make the day feel right, we’re here to support you.

With clear pricing and options to fit your needs and budget, we will guide you through every decision with care and compassion, at a pace that feels right for you.

If you are weighing up the options, we can explain the difference between an attended funeral in Hailsham and an unattended funeral in Hailsham. There are more of our funeral directors in East Sussex nearby.

Proud to be part of the Dignity group

Experts in care

Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities

Supporting communities

Working with charities and carers to improve support

Local teams

Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding

Visiting us

We are opposite the on-foot entrance for South Road Car Park.

  • 5-7 Station Road, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 2BE
    • Office opening hours:

      Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

Our services

These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.

Total price: £4,211

Attended funeral

A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
Our support and services
£3,195
  • A Basic Coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
  • A traditional hearse
  • Care in our first class facilities
Estimated third-party costs
£1,016
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£4,211

Optional extras:

  • Flowers
  • Printed orders of service
  • Memorials
  • Limousines and other transport options

Total price: £1,745

Unattended funeral

A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
Our support and services
£1,745
  • A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
  • Care in our first class facilities
  • A cremation without a ceremony or mourners present
Total estimated cost
£1,745

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

The final price depends on what you choose

Your local funeral director will be happy to talk through the options and help you understand costs. You can also view our Standardised price list, Additional options price list and Crematoria prices

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Add a personal touch

A woven willow coffin outdoors, topped with pink roses and green foliage.

Coffins and urns

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

Floral tribute

Floral tributes

Whether you prefer a simple bouquet, wreath, spray or coffin display we are here to help you with your decision

Mourners in dark clothing holding printed orders of service at a funeral.

Service stationary

From a printed order of service to bookmarks and memorial cards, we can help you create stationery that reflects the occasion.

Our facilities

At our branch we can offer the following facilities

  • Included:

    Wash and dress

    Access to facilities for ritual washing and dressing, allowing families to care for the person who has died in line with their faith and traditions, with support from our experienced team.

  • Included:

    Multi-faith chapel of rest

    Our Chapel of Rest provides a peaceful space where you can spend time with the person who has died and say goodbye in your own way, with compassionate support from our team if needed.

  • Included:

    A choice of transport

    We offer a choice of traditional and bespoke funeral transport, allowing families to personalise the funeral and celebrate their loved one in a way that feels right for them.

  • Included:

    A truly local service

    As part of the local community, we have trusted connections with local florists, celebrants, venues and places of worship. This local knowledge helps us make arrangements smoothly, while creating a funeral that reflects the life of the person who has died.

Reviews for R Butler & Sons Funeral Directors

Rated 4.88 / 5 based on 52 reviews.

Rated 5/5

My mother passed about 10 years ago followed by my father recently. Butlers & Sons namely Carol & Dawn and the team provided an excellent and caring service. Nothing was too much trouble and it was so reassuring to have someone there to help with all that needed to be done and to give both my parents the send off they deserved.

David Smith, 23 June 2026

Rated 5/5

Even though we had a funeral plan. Using Butler and Son's funeral services was excellent. My son's and I felt very relaxed with Carol for the initial meeting and giving us all the information. Everyone went above and beyond making our sad and stressful few weeks very calm and peaceful. So thank you all for everything you all did for us and our departed loved one ❤️

Teresa Lunn, 11 June 2026

Rated 5/5

Obviously not a great experience when it's someone's funeral to organise but, Carol and the team provided a brilliant service and were fantastic with my dad who had lost his wife (my mum). Nothing was too much for them to do for us and their empathy was extremely comforting. Thank you from me and my entire family.

P D, 12 April 2026

Keeping everybody informed

When you arrange a funeral with us, we can set up a free online funeral notice – a personalised webpage that lets you share funeral details.
Two men embrace as mourners in dark clothing gather by a large window after a funeral service.

FAQs

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