Choosing whether to have a cremation or a burial is a personal decision and it can be difficult as there are many factors involved, including family tradition, religion or the deceased’s wishes.

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Burials

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There are lots of rules and regulations governing cemeteries but the one that affects families most is the one that says the deceased usually has to reside in the Borough where the cemetery is located. If you choose a cemetery in an area where the deceased or next-of-kin didn’t reside the Borough may make extra charges, typically three or four times the standard cost. This is out of the funeral director’s control but we can advise on the rules for the cemetery you want to use.

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In London most burials take place in council owned cemeteries but some are maintained by other companies. There are very few Churchyards with spaces. The majority of graves are earthen graves whereby the grave is dug into the soil but there are vault graves in Brockley and Streatham cemeteries. In Streatham there is also the option of Mausoleums.

We can assist you in choosing a cemetery or with arranging to re-open an existing plot.

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Natural Burials

 

While traditional burial methods are still the popular choice, natural burials are emerging as a popular alternative way of conducting a funeral that is more environmentally friendly. As with all matters relating to death, it’s important to consider the wishes of the deceased and to fulfil them as far as possible.

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Cremations

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About 70% of funerals in the UK are cremations. We can help you to choose a crematorium, arrange the necessary paperwork and book convenient dates. Unlike burial you don’t have to choose a crematorium in the same borough that the deceased resided. There are many myths and rumours about cremation and most of them are false.