Rated 5/5
Ashton was very helpful throughout the funeral process. The day of the funeral they wete great, was very polite, respected our wishes. Made the day perfect and peaceful. Will recommend them.
PAULA GONZALES, 23 February 2026
Rated 5/5
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Serving the Brixton area
Our funeral directors in Brixton are Ashton Maxwell, close to the police station and three minutes from the underground. Whatever kind of service you have in mind, your family will be cared for with the same warmth. When you're ready, you'll sit down with one of our team, tell us about the person you've lost, and work through each decision in turn. The team here is experienced and part of the neighbourhood. Speak to our funeral home in Brixton and tell us what you'd like.
Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Brixton or an unattended funeral in Brixton, and help you choose memorials in Brixton when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in London.
Ashton Maxwell Funeral Directors, Brixton
We are close to Brixton Police Station, three minutes from Brixton underground.
- 369 Brixton Road, Brixton, London, SW9 7DE
Call 24 hours a day:
020 7737 4497
Office opening hours:
Monday – Wednesday, 10am – 6pm- Thursday, 10am – 7pm
- Friday, 10am – 6pm
- More about this branch
Our services
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £4,754
Attended funeral
A ceremony tailored to any needs and wishes. Including all religions, cultures, traditions and beliefs.
- Our support and services
- £3,595
- 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
- £1,159
- Crematoria fees
- A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
- Total estimated cost
- £4,754
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
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 Brixton
Rated 5 / 5 based on 24 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Denise was a thoughtful, kind, and genuinely supportive presence throughout the entire funeral process. She guided us with compassion and sensitivity, always making sure we felt cared for during such a difficult time. Even after the funeral, she continued to check in on us, which meant so much. Her support made a painful experience a little more bearable, and we’re truly grateful for her warmth and professionalism.
Thank you so much.
Anita Luis, 1 August 2025
Rated 5/5
Charlotte was absolutely AMAZING! Thank you Charlotte for ensuring that my late Mother received an excellent service for her funeral in London AND her final journey home to be laid to rest in Jamaica. Charlotte you are a gem! You have done Ashton proud! Thank you and well done!
Elaine Baldry, 26 July 2024
FAQs
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Types of funeral
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