Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Unattended funerals in Catford
An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Catford takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.
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Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors, Catford
We are located opposite Hither Green Cemetery next door to a tyre shop.
- 196-200 Verdant Lane, Catford, London, SE6 1LL
Call 24 hours a day:
020 8698 8929
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm- Saturday, 9am – 12pm (By appointment only)
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What an unattended funeral costs in Catford
One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Catford funeral director.
Unattended funeral
- Our 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
- £1,645
What an unattended funeral includes
Everything below is included in the price.
Talk to someone in Catford
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 5 / 5 based on 26 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Excellent service, everything ran smoothly on the day and we were able to give Mum a dignified goodbye. Many thanks to Annette and her staff at the Welling office.
John Pitchers, 2 October 2025
Rated 5/5
This is the 2nd time that I have arranged a funeral at Francis Chappell Verdant Lane.
I had no hesitation in selecting them as they are professional, understanding and compassionate. All needs exceeded expectations especially when dealing with matters at such an upsetting time. I honestly cannot fault their integrity and understanding-especially Caroline and Nigel, who went above and beyond in making the arrangements on my behalf . I can whole-heartedly recommend them especially when you are at your lowest and need guidance and support.
Celine Roscoe, 20 May 2025
Rated 5/5
After my mum passed away my brother and I had the unenviable task of organising the funeral. We spoke to and visited a number of funeral directors but Francis Chappell were head and shoulders above anybody else. They were kind, compassionate and did everything they could to make sure we had the funeral our mum would have been proud of.
Even at the last minute when we said it would be nice if everyone could wear scarlet coloured ties (our mum was called Scarlett) they made sure the ties were that shade of red.
Nobody wants to have to organise a funeral but if you have to I would highly recommend you use Francis Chappell, you won’t regret it
Lucy R, 14 July 2024
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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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Advice and guidance
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What to do when someone dies
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Types of funeral
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Direct cremation funeral plans
A plan covering cremation without a service – what is and is not included, how you can still personalise it, and how paying, changing and cancelling work.
How to reduce funeral costs
Five practical ways to bring a funeral bill down, who is responsible for paying it, and why a cheaper funeral need not be a lesser one.
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