Attended funerals in Brixton

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

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Ashton Maxwell Funeral Directors, Brixton

We are close to Brixton Police Station, three minutes from Brixton underground.

  • 369 Brixton Road, Brixton, London, SW9 7DE

    • Office opening hours:

      Monday – Wednesday, 10am – 6pm
    • Thursday, 10am – 7pm
    • Friday, 10am – 6pm
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What an attended funeral costs in Brixton

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

Attended funeral

Our 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
Estimated total
£4,754

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 5 / 5 based on 24 reviews.

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

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

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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.