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Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors

Bromley

About our Bromley funeral home

At Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors Bromley, we are continually striving to set the bar in standards of funeral care, because we know how important it is to get things right when saying goodbye to someone special.

The values of our founders and rich heritage remain at the heart of all we do, after over 180 years of giving generations of the same families our uncompromising compassion.

We work closely with families from all over South London, including Dulwich, Herne Hill, Brixton, Camberwell, Peckham, Forest Hill and beyond. Whether your loved one was local to us, or if you are from any of our surrounding areas, we will always be able to help you.

What we offer

  • Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
  • Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
  • Local expertise and knowledge
  • Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
  • Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
  • Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
  • Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
  • Memorials and tributes
  • Prepaid funeral plans

Meet our team

Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors Bromley are here to support you if a loved one has just passed away and you need help arranging a funeral.

We offer support and guidance at every step, including helping with registering the death and planning funerals for all faiths and cultures. We can also help you with memorials.

You can give us a call 24 hours a day to discuss your needs.

020 8460 1720
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To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 020 8460 1720 today.

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Funeral Services with distinction

We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.

Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.

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97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.
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Our services

With three packages available, at Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Bromley we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.

If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.

View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.

A tailored funeral

The Attended Funeral

The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.

  • The Attended Funeral£3295
  • (includes our Park Coffin)-
  • Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1529
  • Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£4824
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The Unattended Funeral

The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.

  • The Unattended Funeral£1595
  • (includes our Park Coffin)-
  • (Includes cost of cremation)-
  • Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£1595
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Memorials

Commemorate your loved one's life with a Memorial to keep their memory alive. Choose from a variety of options, from headstones, urns to memorial plaques, vases, benches, statues, jewellery, and more, allowing you to create something special that reflects their life, love, and cherished memories.

Where to find us

Contact

Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 020 8460 1720

Our Address

231 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1NZ

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Funeral home opening times

  • Monday0900 - 1700
  • Tuesday0900 - 1700
  • Wednesday0900 - 1700
  • Thursday0900 - 1700
  • Friday0900 - 1700
  • SaturdayBy appointment only
  • SundayClosed

Directions and parking

You can find us at the top of the High Street, opposite the Picture House. Parking is available at Sainsbury's, and there is pay & display parking behind the cinema.

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Supporting you along the way

We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.

What to do when someone dies

What to do when someone dies

It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.

Planning a funeral

Planning a funeral

Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.

The day of the funeral

The day of the funeral

This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.

Frequently asked questions

When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.

You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.

Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.

If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.

Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.

From 9 September 2024, there will no longer be a doctor's fee in England and Wales when arranging a funeral. This is because from this date, all deaths in England and Wales will be independently viewed, either by a relevant coroner or by a Medical Examiner and the cost will be met by the NHS.

A Medical Examiner is a specifically trained independent senior doctor who will scrutinise all deaths across a local area that do not fall under the coroner's jurisdiction. By providing a greater level of scrutiny over the cause of deaths; it is hoped that the introduction of Medical Examiners will make it less likely that unnatural causes of death will go unnoticed; that the number of deaths unnecessarily referred to the coroner will be reduced and that national data about causes of death will be captured with greater accuracy.

Medical Examiners, or Medical Examiner Officers, will also be available to meet with families, or their representatives, if they wish to discuss the cause of death.

Our reviews

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based on 20 reviews

Janet was so caring and professional when dealing with us as a family during the most difficult time of our lives. Nothing was too much trouble for her and she was always there when we needed help and support. She made sure everything went smoothly and took the pressure away from us. Honestly couldn't have got through this without her. Thank you ❤️

We are so grateful to Francis Chappell for all their support in organising my Nan’s special day. Janet and Donna were especially kind and compassionate taking the time to meet with us, explain everything clearly, and kept us informed every step of the way. Their guidance made a difficult time feel a little easier, and we truly appreciated the care and attention they showed throughout. Highly recommend.

Francis Chappell Dignity Bromley branch

Thank you all for the exceptional professionalism we received when dealing with my late mother's funeral

Special mention to Janet the arranger who ensured all requests were carried out without any distress and the result was a great send off.

Also many thanks to Tom,the funeral director who carried out all aspects of the day with great care

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Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
13th Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. It is always good to hear that individual members of our team have provided a service to you to the best of their ability. It has been a privilege to look after your Mother.

Just wanted to say a big heartfelt thank you to all the team at Francis Chappell for making our dad’s funeral as dignified, memorable and respectful as it was . We really appreciate the compassion and support you gave us and all the little extra touches that made this really difficult time , a little bit easier for us.

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Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
9th Dec 2022

I am pleased we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time. We are thankful to the team for making your special day so personal.

I found that A Haxby &sons were very helpful and compassionate to our needs for my father's funeral

Thankyou

Angela Ransome and family

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2nd Dec 2022

Thank you for you 5* review

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