Coffins and urns
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Rated 5/5
James Scott Funeral Directors
7 Bridge Street, Musselburgh, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH21 6AA
About our Musselburgh branch
Here for the people of Edinburgh, James Scott Funeral Directors provides caring and thoughtful support when it matters most.
At James Scott in Musselburgh, we know every detail matters. From handling the paperwork to advising on the small touches that make the day feel right, we’re here to support you.
With clear pricing and options to suit 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 Edinburgh and an unattended funeral in Edinburgh. You can see all our funeral directors in Edinburgh too.
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
Our funeral home is on the same street as Brunton Hall, at the bridge leading to Musselburgh High Street.
- 7 Bridge Street, Musselburgh, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH21 6AA
Call 24 hours a day:
0131 665 6925
Office opening hours:
Monday – Tuesday, 9.30am – 2.30pm- Wednesday – 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: £4,141
Attended funeral
A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
- Our support and services
- £2,995
- 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
- £1,146
- Crematoria fees
- A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
- Total estimated cost
- £4,141
Total price: £1,645
Unattended funeral
A simpler option, without mourners present at the cremation.
- Our support and services
- £1,645
- 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
- £1,645
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
Add a personal touch
Floral tributes
Whether you prefer a simple bouquet, wreath, spray or coffin display we are here to help you with your decision
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 James Scott Funeral Directors
Rated 4.8 / 5 based on 15 reviews.
Rated 5/5
At such a delicate and emotional time the service provided was more than expected, from the first point of contact the level of communication and support throughout was very much appreciated. Lauren at the Musselburgh branch ensured we were kept up to date with all proceeds, to ensure mum was well looked after. The team on the day of the funeral were caring, friendly and respectful which in turn made a hard situation a bit more bearable.
Adam Cook, 21 September 2026
Rated 5/5
Couldn’t have been more helpful in such a difficult time everything from beginning to finish was perfect nobody could of done anymore
Kristy Scott, 14 July 2026
Rated 5/5
The staff was magnificent and treated my wife with dignity and respect. The arangemnts were easily made and well managed.
Bill Douglas, 15 June 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.
FAQs
We're here to answer all your questions. If anything isn't clear, please ask us.
Read our guides
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