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Funeral directors in Eltham

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Serving the Eltham area

Our funeral directors in Eltham are Francis Chappell & Sons, at the bottom of the High Street opposite St John the Baptist Church. It is often the smallest things that bring the most comfort — a hymn they always sang, flowers cut from their own garden — and we'll make room for whatever you'd like to include. You'll sit down with us when you're ready, tell us about the person you've lost, and work through each decision one at a time. The team here is experienced and part of the neighbourhood. Speak to our funeral home in Eltham and tell us what you'd like.

Your local team can talk you through an attended funeral in Eltham or an unattended funeral in Eltham, and help you choose memorials in Eltham when you feel ready. You can also see all our funeral directors in London.

Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors, Eltham branch

Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors, Eltham

We are located at the bottom of the High Street opposite St. John the Baptist Church.

  • 72 High Street, Eltham, London, SE9 1BT
    • Office opening hours:

      Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
    • Saturday, By appointment only
  • 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: £4,783

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
£1,188
  • Crematoria fees
  • A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
Total estimated cost
£4,783

Optional extras:

  • Flowers
  • Printed orders of service
  • Memorials
  • Limousines and other transport options

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

Optional extras:

  • Memorials
  • Your choice of urn

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.

020 8850 1039
Lines open 24 hours a day
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Trusted by families in Eltham

Rated 4.8 / 5 based on 34 reviews.

Rated 5 / 5

We met Rebecca at a very low point for us she immediately put us at ease and explained clearly the prices, processes and legal side to death. She was helpful and remained constant throughout this difficult process always on call with a cheery but respectful demeanour. Our heartfelt thanks go out to her.

On the day of the funeral we were met with kindness and compassion by all involved with this final journey.

Thank you all so much

Gill and Sandra.

Gill Cockrell, 29 September 2026

Rated 5 / 5

Francis Chappell & Sons in Eltham were absolutely fantastic throughout the whole process of arranging my dad Ronnie’s funeral.

From our very first contact, Rebecca and the team treated us with genuine kindness, compassion and professionalism. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they guided us through every stage with patience and understanding at what was an incredibly difficult time for our family.

Everything was handled beautifully and with great dignity, which gave us complete confidence that Dad was being properly cared for. Their support made a very painful experience that little bit easier, and we will always be extremely grateful.

I cannot recommend them highly enough

Darren Jones, 1 September 2026

Rated 5 / 5

Very courteous and understanding.

Lee Nunn, 19 April 2026

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