Albert Parr & Sons

41 reviews

Well established independent funeral director in Beckenham providing bereaved families with a professional and compassionate service

Latest Verified Reviews

Claire Howard 7th Dec 2024

We Cannot thank and praise you all enough for the outstanding support and service you gave us. From the moment you took Nanny into your care to the moment you took her on her final Journey she was treated like the queen that she was. Dawn, Sarah, Jo and James along with the rest of the Parrs team helped to create the perfect celebration of an amazing life lived. Thank you for everything from all Of The Howard Family xxx

Sean Fitzgerald 2nd Dec 2024

Exceptional service given in a thoughtful professional way at a stressful time for us. Thoroughly recommend 

Judy Davis 26th Oct 2024

It’s difficult to put in to words how wonderful everyone at Albert Parr have been, this is the first funeral I have had to arrange and I was guided with compassion and kindness through every stage. From the very moment that mum passed everyone treated her and the respect we as family wanted for her, the gentleman that collected her from the house were lovely to us only moving mum when we were ready. The arrangements for the funeral were made with Sarah who was amazing, she allowed us to take our time to make our decisions, checked in with me regularly to make sure we were okay, recommend the most amazing celebrant Jo, who spent time with us as a family to find out about mum and again guiding us with compassion, the service lead by her was beautiful, it couldn’t have been better. And finally the team on the day of the funeral, lead by Alan, were wonderful and again took away any stress we might have had, the day was the perfect day we wanted to say goodbye to our mum. I cannot recommend Albert Parr highly enough. 

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

117 Croydon Road
Beckenham
London
BR3 3RA

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 020 3870 3984

About Us

Serving bereaved families since 1860, Albert Parr & Sons is an established, family owned funeral directors providing a professional, dignified and compassionate service to bereaved families in Beckenham and the surrounding area.
With over 150 years in the industry, and as members of the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), Albert Parr & Sons pride themselves on their ability to provide a funeral service that exceeds your expectations and delivers a memorable farewell for your loved one.
Their fully professional and experienced staff can provide multi-faith funerals, religious and non-religious funerals as well as modern celebrations of life.They also offer a wide range of beautifully-made coffins to suit any type of funeral service, from willow to solid oak and eco-friendly coffins.
The team at their funeral home in Beckenham can provide both simple and affordable funerals that don’t compromise on quality or integrity, as well as themed and bespoke funeral services from horse-drawn corteges, to motorcycle funerals. If you have a specific idea for your loved ones funeral then they’ll be glad to advise and support you in creating a truly memorable send off.

Call Albert Parr & Sons Beckenham now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Christopher   Robin Harker

Christopher Robin Harker

Jun 1946 - Dec 2024

Christine   Gasson

Christine Gasson

Aug 1946 - Nov 2024

John (Johnny)   Weidemann

John (Johnny) Weidemann

Nov 2024 - Jul 1936

Jacky    Hunt

Jacky Hunt

Dec 1953 - Nov 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Claire Howard 7th Dec 2024

    We Cannot thank and praise you all enough for the outstanding support and service you gave us. From the moment you took Nanny into your care to the moment you took her on her final Journey she was treated like the queen that she was. Dawn, Sarah, Jo and James along with the rest of the Parrs team helped to create the perfect celebration of an amazing life lived. Thank you for everything from all
    Of The Howard Family xxx

  • 5 Sean Fitzgerald 2nd Dec 2024

    Exceptional service given in a thoughtful professional way at a stressful time for us. Thoroughly recommend 

  • 5 Judy Davis 26th Oct 2024

    It’s difficult to put in to words how wonderful everyone at Albert Parr have been, this is the first funeral I have had to arrange and I was guided with compassion and kindness through every stage. From the very moment that mum passed everyone treated her and the respect we as family wanted for her, the gentleman that collected her from the house were lovely to us only moving mum when we were ready. The arrangements for the funeral were made with Sarah who was amazing, she allowed us to take our time to make our decisions, checked in with me regularly to make sure we were okay, recommend the most amazing celebrant Jo, who spent time with us as a family to find out about mum and again guiding us with compassion, the service lead by her was beautiful, it couldn’t have been better. And finally the team on the day of the funeral, lead by Alan, were wonderful and again took away any stress we might have had, the day was the perfect day we wanted to say goodbye to our mum.
    I cannot recommend Albert Parr highly enough. 

  • 5 Phil Clark 12th Oct 2024

    From the moment the guys came to remove my father from the care home right up to the end of the funeral service everyone was truly compassionate and caring . We were always dealt with processionally. I can’t thank them enough for everything and making a difficult time a lot easier to cope with. We are celebrating dads life and not letting his death be the forefront of his life.

  • 5 Emma Byford 10th Sep 2024

    Sarah, James, Dawn and all the team were superb in looking after my mother in law. They are known to the family and have been for many years, taking care of all our family matters. We wouldn't trust anyone else. Thank you

  • 5 Terry Coleman 19th Jul 2024

    At an emotional & stressful time, your attention to detail went above & beyond taking all that stress away. Can’t thankyou  enough. 

  • 5 David Harding 28th Mar 2024

    Arrangements for my mother's funeral could not have been carried out better. Staff involved in the period leading up to the funeral and then the team at the crematorium were efficient and understanding. Albert Parr were at all times friendly and approachable. Thank you.

  • 5 Fiona osborne 16th Mar 2024

    Thanks for all you care, organisation and kind attention. 
    O’Donnell family

  • 5 Sarah Ryall 23rd Feb 2024

    From start to end the whole team at Albert parr were amazing they were compassionate, understanding, helpful and walked us through every step of a very difficult time would highly recommend

  • 5 Sandra Williams 9th Feb 2024

    The team at Albert Parr are absolutely amazing.  They were so kind and helpful when I was in Birmingham and trying organise a funeral under very difficult circumstances.

    So professional and kind, nothing was too much trouble for Sarah, James and Dawn.  They faultlessly took care of my much loved deceased Cousin and myself.

    Thank you so much

  • 5 Lynne Johns 3rd Nov 2023

    Sadly we have had two occasions to use Albert Parr this year. Both times they were really attentive, caring and helped make difficult times easier to navigate. The whole team are very professional and caring and we would like to thank them for all their help and support. 

  • 5 Cristina Savery 15th Oct 2023

    Dawn and her team are the best you will ever fined. We have used Albert Parr for many years. They are polite courteous and supportive and able to address difficult situations. They go above and beyond and reassure you your loved ones are being looked after until their final journey.

  • 5 Yvette Szarzynska 7th Sep 2023

    I cannot recommend Albert Parr and Sons in Elmers End enough.  They made a very difficult time feel very special to us.  We felt heard and looked after from the very beginning.  The service we received was warm and caring. Thank you x

  • 5 Anne Grant 19th Jun 2023

    Everyone at Albert Parr gave my family an excellent service.

  • 5 Nick Goddard 14th May 2023

    We have used Albert Parr & Sons for all our family funerals as long as I can remember. We were really happy with the arrangements for Dad’s funeral, from the moments after his death to dropping us at the post funeral celebration. On this occasion, as always, they did a great job and are always personable and relatable. 

  • 5 David Buck 2nd May 2023

    The biggest complement to any business is to use them again,which is what we did for our Mum’s funeral and once again we were not disappointed.

    Dawn and Sarah deal with everything in an efficient manner and guide you should you need it, even down to matching the celebrant who they think is best suited to your needs.

    I would have no hesitation in using their services again and would recommend them tho others.

  • 5 wendy Hurst 11th Feb 2023

    Our family have used Albert Parr for a number of funerals over the past few years.  Couldn’t imagine using anybody else after my Mum passed away.  The whole team offer a professional, caring & friendly service.  Two things in particular that stand out for me are patience & excellent listening skills, both of which are very important at a such a difficult time & both of which Sarah has in abundance. I never ever felt rushed to make decisions & when I was struggling Sarah would offer useful & thoughtful ideas. Thanks to everyone. 

  • 5 Jennifer Cherry 12th Dec 2022

    They were so helpful and could not do enough for you
    Highly recommend

  • 5 Paul Liddard 12th Nov 2022

    We would like to express our sincere thanks to Dawn, James & Sarah at Albert Parr & Sons, Elmers End for your professionalism and compassion at the time of our greatest sorrow in the passing of our son Alex.
    You all offered words of comfort and were more than willing to help us whenever asked throughout the whole of the funeral process and guided us through this most difficult time.
    We will be forever grateful for all of your kindness and support.
    Yvonne, Paul, Oliver & all of the family. 

  • 5 Martin Wood 21st Oct 2022

    Want to thank Albert parr and sons for their professional service though out the passing of my farther. Dawn, Sarah and James  have given our family excellent service and have been very accommodating. Thank you for your support in this time. Martin wood   

  • 5 Sarah Furneaux 4th Oct 2022

    From start to finish everyone was kind and considerate helping to organise a beautiful service at a very difficult time - thank you 

  • 5 Lylie Edwards 27th May 2022

    I was heavily pregnant when my Dad suddenly passed so I was highly emotional and worried about physically being fit enough to attend the funeral after having a c-section. 
    Sarah (Penge branch) was absolutely amazing! Sarah delivered a tailored and compassionate service and ensured that everything was arranged around me being able to attend my Dads funeral without worry.
    Sarah was an excellent communicator throughout so we were never in doubt with what to expect; there were multiple little touches that Sarah employed that I both appreciated and will never forget.
    I really cannot recommend them enough. 
    Thank you Sarah for everything that you did for us!

  • 5 Debbie Johnston 26th Sep 2021

    We have had 2 family funerals this year, close together, and must pass on our special thanks to Dawn and amazing team, especially Sarah and James. 
    My family and I appreciate all the support and understanding you gave us. You are all very kind. 
    Highly recommend Albert Parr who genuinely go over and above and understand and respond to bespoke personal needs and requests. 
    Thank you all x

  • 5 Mike Hazelton 12th Sep 2021

    Very professional and caring service

  • 5 Fiona Barnes 26th Aug 2021

    I can not thank everyone at Albert Parr enough. Genuine, lovely people, supporting and guiding us through such a difficult time.

Address
117 Croydon Road
Beckenham
London
BR3 3RA

Open map

Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Claire Howard 7th Dec 2024

We Cannot thank and praise you all enough for the outstanding support and service you gave us. From the moment you took Nanny into your care to the moment you took her on her final Journey she was treated like the queen that she was. Dawn, Sarah, Jo and James along with the rest of the Parrs team helped to create the perfect celebration of an amazing life lived. Thank you for everything from all Of The Howard Family xxx

Sean Fitzgerald 2nd Dec 2024

Exceptional service given in a thoughtful professional way at a stressful time for us. Thoroughly recommend 

Judy Davis 26th Oct 2024

It’s difficult to put in to words how wonderful everyone at Albert Parr have been, this is the first funeral I have had to arrange and I was guided with compassion and kindness through every stage. From the very moment that mum passed everyone treated her and the respect we as family wanted for her, the gentleman that collected her from the house were lovely to us only moving mum when we were ready. The arrangements for the funeral were made with Sarah who was amazing, she allowed us to take our time to make our decisions, checked in with me regularly to make sure we were okay, recommend the most amazing celebrant Jo, who spent time with us as a family to find out about mum and again guiding us with compassion, the service lead by her was beautiful, it couldn’t have been better. And finally the team on the day of the funeral, lead by Alan, were wonderful and again took away any stress we might have had, the day was the perfect day we wanted to say goodbye to our mum. I cannot recommend Albert Parr highly enough. 

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