Unattended funerals in Eltham

An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Eltham takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.

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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
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What an unattended funeral costs in Eltham

One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Eltham funeral director.

Unattended funeral

Our 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
£1,745

Everything needed for the cremation is included in this price.

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 an unattended funeral includes

Everything below is included in the price.

  • Included:Collecting and caring for the person who has died
  • Included:A simple coffin
  • Included:The cremation fee and all necessary paperwork
  • Included:Returning the ashes to you, or scattering them at the crematorium

Talk to someone in Eltham

Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.

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What families say about us

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

FAQs

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Helpful organisations

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Grief after bereavement

Bereavement and grief affect people in different ways. There's no right or wrong way to feel. The NHS website has advice and places to go for support.

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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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Report the death

There are government organisations that need to know when someone dies. Tell Us Once is a service that lets you report the death to most of them in one go.

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Advice and guidance

Practical guides on unattended funerals, direct cremation and what to do next.

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What to do when someone dies

The first steps after a death, in order – the medical certificate, registering, calling a funeral director and dealing with the estate, with timings.

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Types of funeral

The types of funeral to choose between – burial or cremation, religious or not, ceremony or none – and how each can still be personal.

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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.

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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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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.