Choosing a funeral director Click to get info
Make sure you choose a funeral director you're happy with. Some people get recommendations from a friend, other people search online. You can search for a funeral director on the following websites:
Arranging a funeral yourself Click to get info
If you are arranging a funeral yourself, please contact us.
Paying for a funeral Click to get info
Most funerals are paid for in advance by a pre-paid funeral plan or insurance policy. Read the GOV.UK guidance on arranging a funeral for more information.
If you're on a low income and need help paying for a funeral, you could be entitled to a Funeral Payment.
Burials Click to get info
Read our information on cemeteries in Waltham Forest or contact us for advice and guidance.
We do not own or manage the Waltham Forest Muslim Burial Trust Cemetery. This is a private owned cemetery.
Cremations Click to get info
We don’t own a crematorium but these are the 3 closest to the borough:
City of London Cemetery and Crematorium
Aldersbrook Road
London E12 5DQ
Tel: 020 8530 2151
Email: cemetery@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Enfield Cemetery and Crematorium
Great Cambridge Road
London EN1 4DS
Tel: 020 8363 8324
Forest Park Cemetery and Crematorium
Forest Road
Hainault
Essex IG6 3HP
Tel: 020 8501 2236
Email: info@forestparkcrematorium.co.uk
Contact Click to get info
For further information on cemeteries, burials or booking an appointment to search for a grave, please contact us.
Phone 020 8524 5030
Email cemeteries@walthamforest.gov.uk