Funeral Directors in London

African-Caribbean Funeral Services

Proudly serving the Community for over 30 years

Welcome to the Original, Independent, Black- Owned Funeral Home in the UK. We are proud to be pioneers. African- Caribbean Funeral Services, were the first in the UK to specialise in funerals for the African and Caribbean diaspora and our family have been serving the community with dignity for over 30 years. Exceptional care of your loved one is our ethos. We are passionate about the care of the deceased, paying attention to the small details so that their dignity is always upheld. We believe a funeral should reflect the individual where possible, so we offer plenty of custom and bespoke options to suit all budgets and we add special details that cost you nothing at all. Integrity is key-We offer transparent pricing, free, honest and detailed advice. Tell us your budget and we can help you find the best ways to stay within it. Absolutely no "hard-selling" and no hidden fees! Feel comfortable contacting us, knowing that our expert advice comes with no obligation and no pressure. We offer Burials, Cremations, Repatriations and Eco funerals. We are happy to accommodate your family traditions and national customs. People of all races, cultures and walks of life are welcome. Call for advise on 020 7275 0175 and one of our team will be happy to help.

At Need Funeral - Standardised Pricing List.

ATTENDED FUNERAL (funeral director’s charges only)

from £ 2,281.00

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Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements £980.00
Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care £175.00
Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. £196.00
Providing a suitable coffin £570.00
Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) £60.00
At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle £300.00
UNATTENDED FUNERAL

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Burial (funeral director’s charges only) £1,265.00
Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 £1,454.00
FEES YOU MUST PAY

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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.1
In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is:
For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees.
£1,925.00
For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2
In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is:
£990.00
ADDITIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

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Additional mileage (price per mile) £2.00
Collection and delivery of ashes £70.00
Embalming £210.00
Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) £180.00
Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g., to their home,to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) £90.00
Doctors Fees for Medical Cremation Certificate- Legal requirement for cremations £82.00
Surgical Removal of a Medical Device (legal requirement for Cremations)- From £95.00
Handling fee for individuals with high BMI (Body Mass Index) and/or Bariatric Cases - From £190.00
Outsized coffin surcharge- includes custom sized coffin with reinforced coffin base £85.00

The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.

1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.

2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.

Prices correct as from 19/03/2024and may be subject to change. E & O.E.

Services

  • Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
  • Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
  • Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
  • Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
  • Specialised washing, dressing and personal care of the deceased in accordance with your cultural traditions.
  • Custom and bespoke coffin design services.
  • The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
  • International Repatriation of the Deceased.
  • Memorials and tributes
  • Local expertise and knowledge Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
  • Prepaid funeral plans
  • Funeral services of all faiths and cultures

African-Caribbean Funeral Services

99 Stoke Newington Church St, London, N16 0UD, United Kingdom

Opening Times

Monday - Friday 9am- 6pm Saturday- By appointment only Sunday- Closed