Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Unattended funerals in Sydenham
An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Sydenham takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.
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Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors, Sydenham
We are less than a five minute walk from Sydenham railway station, located on the junction for Newlands Park, opposite Ladbrokes.
- 41 Sydenham Road, Sydenham, London, SE26 5EX
Call 24 hours a day:
020 8778 6658
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm- Saturday, By appointment only
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What an unattended funeral costs in Sydenham
One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Sydenham 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
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 Sydenham
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 4.9 / 5 based on 23 reviews.
Rated 5 / 5
I can only say that from the moment I entered Francis Chappell and met the lovely Julie that I knew i was in safe hands, Julie was extremely helpful without trying to to make me spend on extra things. On the day of my husbands funeral Nigel and his team were extremely professional and made sure that the day went without a hitch.
Maria Tottman, 25 October 2026
Rated 5 / 5
From the moment we first walked through the doors, Julie made an incredibly difficult time so much easier for our family.
She was kind, welcoming, and organised throughout the entire process. She took the time to explain everything clearly, answered every question we had, and made us feel completely at ease.
Nigel was also exceptional. He was compassionate and professional. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and he went above and beyond to make sure everything was exactly as we wanted it to be.
Losing our mum has been one of the hardest experiences of our lives, but having the team supporting us made such a difference. Their kindness, patience, and genuine care will never be forgotten.
Thank you all for everything you did for our family. We would wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone looking for funeral directors who truly care.
graphicsby zan, 2 August 2026
Rated 5 / 5
Julie was supportive, kind, sympathetic, empathetic, efficient and professional throughout the process. Her attention to detail was exceptional and the experience was stress-free. Nigel and team were a reassuring presence on the day, and the service and Officiant were exactly what we wanted. I cannot recommend the team highly enough.
Sheila Schild, 26 May 2026
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Helpful organisations
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.
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.
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.
Advice and guidance
Practical guides on unattended funerals, direct cremation and what to do next.
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.
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.
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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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.