Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors
Catford
Our Funeral Directors in Catford
196-200 Verdant Lane, Catford, SE6 1LL
Lines open 24 hours a day
About our Catford funeral home
At Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Catford, every detail that matters to you matters to us. We have always specialised in memorial masonry, with our very own showroom and workshop. We began conducting funerals for the community we love in 2003.
Our funeral directors in Catford can arrange beautiful funeral services of all religions and cultures, from traditional to contemporary, we will always be able to help you. We treat every individual in our care with the same kindness and respect, just as we would want for our own families.
We can create a beautifully crafted memorial or headstone to stand in remembrance of your loved one, which family and friends can visit for years to come. We can also arrange for the perfect urn that can keep your loved one’s ashes safe, as well as plaques for sentimental places that can be visited to find peace and solitude.
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
We serve families from all of the surrounding areas of Catford, such as Lewisham, Hither Green, Downham, Grove Park and Greenwich. We are also conveniently located opposite Hither Green Cemetery, and a short walk from Lewisham Crematorium. Please give us a call at any hour, as soon as you need a helping hand. Francis Chappell & Sons celebrated 180 years of service in 2021, and we are proud and lucky to have been able to help the community we love for all this time.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 020 8698 8929 today.
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.
Our services
With three packages available, at Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Catford 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.
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£3495
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1373
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£4868
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
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 8698 8929
Our Address
196-200 Verdant Lane, Catford, SE6 1LL
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- Saturday0900 - 1200
- SundayClosed
Directions and parking
We are located opposite Hither Green Cemetery next door to a tyre shop. There is limited parking at the rear of the branch, and off street parking outside.
020 8698 8929Supporting 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
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
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
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
John Pitchers
2nd Oct 2025
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.
Celine Roscoe
20th May 2025
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.
Lucy R
14th Jul 2024
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
Sam Reagan
4th Jul 2024
It's the time of year for celebrants to thank the Francis Chappell & Son teams that work so hard throughout the year. Last night, at Verdant Lane, many celebrants and staff from branches across South East London and North Kent , enjoyed some downtime together- a good and well-deserved breather in our lives, dedicated to helping people through the toughest times. In the thanks that you gave your celebrants last night, and that you stayed behind at the end of your already busy days, your dedication shone through - so I want to thank you for all your tireless work for the benefit of the families we help throughout the year. Every one of you is a pearl.
Phillip Thompson
20th Sep 2023
I can only send the very highest praises to all at Francis Chappell at Catford. From the very first phone call with Caroline, through to the care and compassion she showed when supporting my family, they have been incredible.
This has been an incredibly difficult time for us, and the way Caroline helped us to make the right choices for mum was amazing. She comforted us and guided us wonderfully, and the rest of the team have provided incredible service to ensure everything was just as we wanted and impeccably done.
Without hesitation I would recommend Francis Chappell at Catford. My family are forever grateful for what they have done for us.
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