Rated 1/5
These guys are complete rip offs. 9.5k for a simple burial. 4k start for a cremation.. Rude with attitude not at all caring. Many a lot cheaper I'm now using L.E.Brand & sons.
Homeless Help, 13 May 2026
Rated 5/5
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Serving the Laindon area
Our funeral directors in Laindon are opposite the library, the first corner building on your right as you come into New Century Road. It is often the smallest things that bring the most comfort: a piece of music they loved, flowers cut from their own garden. You'll sit down with us when you're ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and go through the choices one at a time. Our funeral directors here are experienced and part of the town. Speak to our funeral home in Laindon and tell us what you'd like.
Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Laindon or an unattended funeral in Laindon, and help you choose memorials in Laindon when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in Essex.
Butler & English Funeral Directors, Laindon
<p>We are located opposite Laindon Library, the first corner building on your right as you enter New Century Road from the dual carriage way.</p>
- 8 New Century Road, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6AG
Call 24 hours a day:
01268 543135
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
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Our services
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £4,379
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
- £1,184
- Crematoria fees
- A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
- Total estimated cost
- £4,379
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
How do funeral costs vary?
The cost of a funeral depends on what you need. We'll help you understand everything, so you can plan without any surprises.
Our prices include all the essentials
The prices you see on each branch's Price List are our lowest for each type of funeral. They include caring for the person who's died, a simple coffin, and the cremation or burial. We don't charge for the little touches like placing a rose on the coffin or playing music.
What affects the cost?
You can choose to add a personal touch, such as a unique coffin, flowers, your choice of transport, a printed order of service or a memorial. There might be additional costs depending on the type of funeral you choose, or what you require. You can find out additional costs by looking at Additional Options Price Lists on each branch's webpage.
Trusted by families in Laindon
Rated 4.85 / 5 based on 40 reviews.
Rated 4/5
A great service from Butler and English. Less so from the Dignity funeral plan team.
Brian Nash, 28 April 2026
Rated 5/5
Michelle and her team at Butler & English Funeral Directors truly went above and beyond for us, and I honestly don’t know how we would have got through such a difficult time without them.
From the very first moment, Michelle showed such genuine kindness, compassion, and care. Nothing was ever too much trouble, no matter how big or small, and she made everything feel so much more manageable when we felt completely overwhelmed. The support, patience, and understanding we were shown meant more than I could ever put into words.
They didn’t just do their job — they cared, deeply — and that made all the difference. We felt supported every step of the way, and for that, we will be forever grateful.
There truly are no words that could ever thank Michelle and her team enough for everything they have done for us. I would recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone who needs not just a service, but real care and compassion at such a heartbreaking time.
Ricky & Gemma
Gemma Russell, 31 March 2026
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