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

We've been caring for the people of St Albans since the 1970s. At Phillips 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 St Albans and an unattended funeral in St Albans. There are more of our funeral directors in Hertfordshire nearby.
Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
We are the white double-fronted house on the right just before the traffic lights as you head towards Victoria Street from London Road.
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £4,589
Total price: £1,645
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

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

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

From a printed order of service to bookmarks and memorial cards, we can help you create stationery that reflects the occasion.
At our branch we can offer the following facilities
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rated 4.85 / 5 based on 101 reviews.
Very professional and caring with attention to ever detail, made us feel stress free on such a difficult day, thank you all so much.
steve church, 16 February 2026
Phillips provided a helpful and sympathetic service: many thanks to Trevor and the team for handling our day so well.
Jonathan Norris, 2 February 2026
What can I say about Phillips funeral service! The loss of my mum will stay with me forever, as will the wonderful people and service we met, I shall remember you all Nd will stay in touch.
My family and I were made to feel special from the first moment we walked in.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Always in our thoughts. Melanie Holmes
Melanie Dunne, 27 January 2026
