Children’s Funerals
We always recommend contacting one of our branches to speak directly with one of our experienced funeral arrangers. However, we understand that, at this deeply difficult time, it may be easier for you to explore our website or funeral guide at your own pace.
Please know that we are here to support you with compassion and care every step of the way. Our commitment is to gently guide you through this unimaginable time and ensure the very best for your precious child.
Below, you’ll find our recommendations for children’s funeral services.
Baby & Infant Funerals
Losing a baby or infant is a heartbreak that no words can truly reach. We’re here to support with care, compassion, love and understanding – in whatever way feels right for parents and families that may have experienced this loss.
It’s a small way we hope to bring comfort in a time of deep sorrow.
If you or someone you love has been affected by the loss of a baby or child, please know our thoughts are with you.
Charities such as Sands, The Lullaby Trust, and Child Bereavement UK offer gentle, ongoing support, and we are here too, whenever you need us.
Funeral services for a child 16 years or under
– Bringing your child into our care and the use of our chapel of rest
– A suitable coffin
– A suitable funeral car for the coffin
– Celebrant or minister to take the service
Childrens Funeral Fund (CFF)
This is a government scheme to provide funding for the fees charged for a burial, above ground burial and cremation for a child 18 years or under or stillborn after 24 weeks of pregnancy.
For more information please visit http://www.gov.uk/child-
Our local Cemeteries and Crematoria
– Eltham Crematorium
– Honor Oak Crematorium
– Kemnal Park Crematorium and Cemetery
– Cemeteries in the boroughs of Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, Bexley, Southwark.
Above Ground Burial – Brightwater
Brightwater is an indoor above ground burial facility based in Orpington, Kent.
For more information about Brightwater please visit this page or speak to one of our funeral arrangers
Get in touch with us
We are here to help you through this difficult time. Our family of experienced funeral directors is available to provide you with compassionate care and support.
Personal Touches
Your loved one was as unique as their fingerprints. We would be honoured to discuss how we can reflect that individuality through meaningful personal touches within the funeral arrangements.