F.A. Albin Deptford

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F. A. Albin & Sons covers Deptford, Blackheath, Greenwich, Lewisham and South East London, offering a high standard of funeral directors services to bereaved families.

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Linda Collins 27th Nov 2024

Absolute excellence from day one. I was panicking having to organise the actual funeral but Elaine James   took all the stress out of what I was dreading having to do, the arrangements.  On the actual day of the funeral your first class staff made the day run perfectly, it couldn’t of been more perfect. I truly thank all Albins staff involved.

Bongiwa Mgabi 12th Nov 2024

100% service We were listened to, advised and guided well Best service

Rita Carta Manias 25th Oct 2024

Elaine and Lynn are wonderful, they took care of our family with discretion and kindness. Every detail was arranged for us so we that we could focus on our grief and sorrow for our loved one. The whole team was wonderful, they also paid their respect outside the main branch when we passed with the hearse on the way to the cemetery. That was a lovely touch and greatly appreciated. In the most difficult moment of life they are there for you and it's comforting to know that you are in safe and kind hands, cannot thank them enough. ❤️ Rita

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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

164 Deptford High Street
Deptford
London
SE8 3DP

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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 8629 1061

About Us

Established in 1994, their Deptford office is located at Deptford High Street and provides the local community with a high standard of service.
The branch works with burials, cremation, repatriations and exhumations. Furthermore, they offer prearranged funerals, memorials, floral tributes, will writing, photography, doves, service sheets, urns and keepsakes.

Their facilities feature a reception area, an arranging office and four chapels of rest.

Elaine James is the funeral director managing this office and will be pleased to help you in your enquiries. She is available Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm. The company operates a 24 hour on call response outside normal working hours.

The Deptford office serves all of Deptford, Blackheath, Greenwich, Lewisham and South East London.

F. A. Albin & Sons has been serving the bereaved for over 200 years, starting as wardens of the Bermondsey cemetery and then working as funeral directors.

Latest Obituaries

John Thomas Frederick    Dawson

John Thomas Frederick Dawson

May 1935 - Dec 2024

Aleksej   Beriozin

Aleksej Beriozin

Sep 1956 - Dec 2024

Terence John   Arnold

Terence John Arnold

Apr 1943 - Dec 2024

Peggy   Irene Bevis

Peggy Irene Bevis

Nov 1928 - Oct 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Linda Collins 27th Nov 2024

    Absolute excellence from day one. I was panicking having to organise the actual funeral but Elaine James   took all the stress out of what I was dreading having to do, the arrangements.  On the actual day of the funeral your first class staff made the day run perfectly, it couldn’t of been more perfect. I truly thank all Albins staff involved.

  • 5 Bongiwa Mgabi 12th Nov 2024

    100% service
    We were listened to, advised and guided well
    Best service

  • 5 Rita Carta Manias 25th Oct 2024

    Elaine and Lynn are wonderful, they took care of our family with discretion and kindness.
    Every detail was arranged for us so we that we could focus on our grief and sorrow for our loved one.

    The whole team was wonderful, they also paid their respect outside the main branch when we passed with the hearse on the way to the cemetery. That was a lovely touch and greatly appreciated.

    In the most difficult moment of life they are there for you and it's comforting to know that you are in safe and kind hands, cannot thank them enough. ❤️
    Rita

  • 5 Daryl Stewart 8th Oct 2024

    Our family were originally with a different funeral director. We were far from happy with how things were going. Just by chance my sister and I popped in and had a talk with Lyn and I must say how lovely of a person she is. Very sweet, soft, empathetic and understanding. Lyn went above and beyond to ensure that everyone was taken care of, especially the care of our mother who was transferred to their care. 
    We are so happy with how speedy and precise the arrangements were managed. The day of our mother’s funeral went smoothly. The otherwise, pall bearers (the family carried mummy into the service), were lovely and very kind. Jaime lead and ensured the family were well taken care of. 
    I couldn’t be happier with everything they have done for the family and we thank you for all of your support and care towards us and for taking good care of our beloved mummy. 

    Thank you all again. 


    From Daryl Stewart 
    ❤️

  • 5 John Arnold 8th Oct 2024

    Albins at Deptford High Street with Elaine and Lynn looking after my Georgie were lovely with her and took great care of my daughter. John and the boys were great on the day of funeral everything we asked they did and it was a fantastic send off for my Georgie. Thanks to everyone at Albins especially Elaine Lynn and John 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • 5 Eleanor Thorold 9th Aug 2024

    Brilliant - would highly recommend.

  • 5 Melanie Scott 11th Jun 2024

    Amazing experience with F A Albins who buried my sister last week. The whole service was seamless, there wasn’t anything that was too much trouble. This company go above and beyond to make the day feel ultimately special. The whole team at F A Albin deserve  a big thank you. 

  • 5 Nezlin Newell 19th May 2024

    Albins took care of my mother’s funeral arrangements from start to finish. Elaine was always available night or day and the staff were caring, professional and knowledgeable. I could not have asked for a better send off for my dear mother. Thank you so much!

  • 5 Harry Chandler 24th Mar 2024

    If I could give a 10 star review I would. From start to finish Albins have made this heartbreaking time so special. I would like to say a huge thanks to “the girl in the office” Elaine. You are an incredible woman our angel in disguise who made this day everything we wanted and more. The boys are so, so respectful and professional. You have a special place in all our hearts. Thank you Albins xxx

  • 5 Dennis Dean 16th Feb 2024

    FA Albin’s in Deptford handle my mother funeral back in 20221, during the height of Covid and were exemplary, ensuring her burial went smoothly under the circumstance's.

    In 2024, following the passing of my father, they exceeded all our expectations. Their attention details cannot be faulted.

    I like to thank all those connected to Albin’s for making it a special day for our father. Your kindness and support during this difficult time is greatly appreciated. 

  • 5 Michael Wood 29th Jan 2024

    Albins were recommended by a friend , it was my first time planning a funeral. My wife died in december 2023 and i was clueless to how to get it done . Then i met Elaine , she made me and my kids feel at ease and she took such good care and gave great advice regarding my wifes funeral arrangement from the start to the finish. She needs to be rewarded for her outstanding service . Then on the funeral day she sent Alfie , i would say not one of the best , but the BEST funeral coordinator , i would recommend them to do EVERY funeral arrangement in the UK . So both magic names dont ever forget them Elaine in the deptford branch and Alfie . From the bottom of my heart from me and my kids , we want to Thank you . And yes will be using them again and again .

  • 5 Lisa Wells 9th Jan 2024

    I would like to thank all the staff that supported me through a very difficult time. 
    Elaine was very supportive and helpful. 
    Albins is extremely respectful and made an extremely sad time more bearable.
    I would like to thank you all from the bottom of my heart. 

    Lisa Tyrrell 

  • 5 Roxanne Atherley 29th Sep 2023

    Our Dad’s funeral, organised by Albin’s, was dignified & respectful. All the staff have been kind, helpful & like friends to us. They followed our wishes to the letter. On the day… the director & drivers/pallbearers, were caring, considerate & extremely professional. We felt very well looked after. Thank you so much for a wonderful service Albin’s. We’d like to express a special thank you to Elaine. 

  • 5 Jade Wright 26th Aug 2023

    Mum’s day was everything I wanted it to be. Elaine has been fantastic from the start. Everyone who was part of the actual day was amazing. They are an excellent team. I have received many compliments which is also directly linked to the whole Albin’s team for their hard work.

  • 5 Linda Bond 19th Aug 2023

    On behalf of Colin my brother I would like to say that you helped us so much with all aspects of the funeral when he wasn’t well enough to  cope with anything.
    Thank you.

  • 5 Julian Romanczuk 12th Aug 2023

    Alison's funeral was arranged by Elaine at Albin's Deptford branch. She and her colleagues were professional, courteous, helpful and efficient. No detail fell short.
    I am very happy that I chose Albins and would most certainly recommend them.

    Julian (husband)

  • 5 Lorraine Dowler-Thomas 20th Mar 2023

    I would like to say a big thank you to Elaine and the team at Albins Deptford 
    Elaine was so helpful at such a difficult time from the very beginning through to the day 
    Elaine was very caring and professional with some difficult issues and was always available to talk to 
    Jamie and the guys on the day  went above and beyond to make sure Anna’s send off went without any problems 
    I am more than happy to recommend Albins to anyone looking for a undertaker to deal with the passing of a loved one 
    Thanks again 

  • 5 Carole Srih 5th Mar 2023

    Kind  considerate professionals who supported us  throughout 
    Thank you for giving our mum the wonderful send off she deserved

  • 5 Michael Briley 23rd Feb 2023

    Kind, compassionate, respectful service.  Nothing is too much trouble.  All the staff at Albion’s made the occasion special.  

  • 5 Janet Wiseman 8th Feb 2023

    The service that was provided for my sister’s funeral could not be faulted.  It made a traumatic experience become an easy one.  A big thank you to all the staff for their professionalism and kindness.  

  • 5 Eleanor Butler 5th Feb 2023

    I was delighted with the care and support I received and felt totally confident that all would be well organised and dignified. It was both those things. 
    Many people  who attended the funeral remarked on the great professionalism of your team. We enjoyed meeting you.  
    Thank you so much. 

  • 5 Pauline Chorley 23rd Dec 2022

    Mum had the very best celebration of her life, from the moment we met with Elaine until the end of her "Farewell" our requests were met. Elaine dealt with every enquiry and question we asked of her. She was professional, caring, warm and personable. Attention to dets was second to none. Albins are the very best. Cannot thank them enough.

  • 5 Katrina Blake 5th Dec 2022

    Firstly I would like to thank Elaine for amazing service,care and attention to detail in handling our booking. From start to finish she made sure we were happy and understood everything. Once my mother was in your care you looked after her and made us a family feel she was in the best hands. On the day of the funeral the service we received made us feel like royalty. George handled the family along with the other gents with the upmost respect and care. I would like to thank you all for making a very difficult and emotional time stress free.

  • 5 Florence Henderson 8th Nov 2022

    F A Albin in Deptford are the consummate professionals.  They took away the stress from the family.  From Elaine and her sister in the offices to the hearse drivers, we’re polite and guided us through every step. We are truly grateful.  

  • 5 Geraldine Henderson 20th Oct 2022

    I'd like to say thank you very much you are very helpful and kind Thank you

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Address
164 Deptford High Street
Deptford
London
SE8 3DP

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

Linda Collins 27th Nov 2024

Absolute excellence from day one. I was panicking having to organise the actual funeral but Elaine James   took all the stress out of what I was dreading having to do, the arrangements.  On the actual day of the funeral your first class staff made the day run perfectly, it couldn’t of been more perfect. I truly thank all Albins staff involved.

Bongiwa Mgabi 12th Nov 2024

100% service We were listened to, advised and guided well Best service

Rita Carta Manias 25th Oct 2024

Elaine and Lynn are wonderful, they took care of our family with discretion and kindness. Every detail was arranged for us so we that we could focus on our grief and sorrow for our loved one. The whole team was wonderful, they also paid their respect outside the main branch when we passed with the hearse on the way to the cemetery. That was a lovely touch and greatly appreciated. In the most difficult moment of life they are there for you and it's comforting to know that you are in safe and kind hands, cannot thank them enough. ❤️ Rita

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