Attended funerals in Canvey Island

An attended funeral is a full funeral service with family and friends there. Our funeral directors in Canvey Island will help you arrange it, and be with you at every stage.

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A W Alden & Son Funeral Directors, Canvey

We are three doors down from the Canvey Island Post Office.

What an attended funeral costs in Canvey Island

This is what an attended funeral costs at our Canvey Island funeral director, including the fees we estimate you will pay to other organisations.

Attended funeral

Our 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
£1,189
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Estimated total
£4,184

The final price depends on the choices you make. Your funeral director will talk you through all of them.

Add a personal touch

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Coffins and caskets

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

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Urns and keepsakes

Keep them close with an urn, scatter tube, garden memorial or piece of memorial jewellery.

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Memorials

Create a lasting place of remembrance. Somewhere to return to, reflect and remember.

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What families say about us

Rated 4.82 / 5 based on 34 reviews.

Rated 4/5

Excellent staff. Very caring and helpful

terry Taiani, 20 September 2026

Rated 5/5

Thank you to Sue and everyone at Alden's Canvey Island for your support and help in arranging Mum's funeral.

Sue was so kind and understanding in accomodating our wishes.

We would also like to thank the Celebrant, Jackie King, as recommended by Sue, for her beautiful service at the chapel which made Mum's final farewell a memorable occasion.

Jane and Howard Ray.

howard ray, 2 August 2026

Rated 5/5

We chose to engage Alden's after a previous positive experience with my grandfather's funeral arrangements.

From the moment we walked in, we were cared for with a grace and delicacy that one would expect in these times, but which we found particularly comforting.

Alden's made every aspect of the planning relaxed, thoughtful and accommodating. The planning options were considered well, and the introduction to the Celebrant was so on the nose we were shocked in the best of ways. When it came to visiting, which I did every day, all of the team were supportive and flexible. Sometimes I needed a chat and sometimes I needed silence, and they knew that the moment I walked in.

I have to give a special mention to Sue, who became beautifully intertwined with our experience. She was always offering a cup of tea, an ear, and I believe wholeheartedly the most supportive care possible to our loved one when we weren't there.

I fully endorse Sue and the team for their support and help in planning, the tenderness during visiting and on the day itself, which, while I panicked for the weeks before, was so perfect it took a weight off my shoulders.

Please consider Sue and the team for any of your funeral needs.

Myles Davies, 1 July 2026

FAQs

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Help with funeral costs

If you get certain benefits you may be eligible for the Funeral Expenses Payment. You can find out more, check your eligibility, and apply on the GOV.UK website.

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Talk to your local branch to get a quote

Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.