Albin & Hitchcock

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Established in 1900, this is the oldest branch of the F. A. Albin & Sons funeral directors offices and covers Plaistow, East Ham, Barking, Canning Town and Essex.

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Leonard Double 13th Dec 2022

Amazing support, very kind and caring, would recommend to anyone. 

Julia Acott 13th Nov 2022

Was really impressed with every aspect of the arrangements along with all the staff - all courteous and sensitive and very professional. We felt very well cared for throughout this difficult time - thank you all

Michael Curate 27th Sep 2022

John , Danny & Steve of Albin & Hitchcock funeral directors barking road are formidable people who have not only gone above and beyond for my Beautiful mother Selena Ophelia Curate myself and all my family and friends who loved my mum they have virtually taken all of the stress anxiety off us by taking care of everything in preparation for my mother’s funeral send off and made it possible for me and my family and loved ones and family to be able to mourn in peace be the actual funeral and I would just like to express my total gratitude to them as does all of my family and loved ones and friends for taking such lovely care of my darling mother u are a credit Ablin & Hitchcock and to family and people values in every single sense Thank You for everything that u have done. Michael Curate and family.

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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

378 Barking Road
Plaistow
London
E13 8HL

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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 3826 8036

About Us

Danny Collins is the funeral director who manages the branch, which is located at Barking Road, East London.

The branch covers Plaistow, East Ham, Barking, Canning Town and Essex.

Danny is available to assist you Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. There is an arranging office, a reception area and two chapels of rest in the premises. The company operates a 24 hour on call response outside normal working hours.

Albin & Hitchcock offer exhumation, burial, repatriation and cremation services, as well as prearranged funerals, will writing, memorials and more.
A memorial garden is also available if you so wish to inter the ashes of your loved one.

The Albin family has progressed to work as funeral directors after starting as wardens of the Bermondsey cemetery over 200 years ago.

Latest Obituaries

Carol Ann   Allen

Carol Ann Allen

Dec 1945 - Oct 2024

Ronald Albert   Weights

Ronald Albert Weights

Apr 1949 - Oct 2024

Stephen   George Alleway

Stephen George Alleway

Oct 1961 - Jul 2024

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Verified Reviews

  • 5 Leonard Double 13th Dec 2022

    Amazing support, very kind and caring, would recommend to anyone. 

  • 5 Julia Acott 13th Nov 2022

    Was really impressed with every aspect of the arrangements along with all the staff - all courteous and sensitive and very professional. We felt very well cared for throughout this difficult time - thank you all

  • 5 Michael Curate 27th Sep 2022

    John , Danny & Steve of Albin & Hitchcock funeral directors barking road are formidable people who have not only gone above and beyond for my Beautiful mother Selena Ophelia Curate myself and all my family and friends who loved my mum they have virtually taken all of the stress anxiety off us by taking care of everything in preparation for my mother’s funeral send off and made it possible for me and my family and loved ones and family to be able to mourn in peace be the actual funeral and I would just like to express my total gratitude to them as does all of my family and loved ones and friends for taking such lovely care of my darling mother u are a credit Ablin & Hitchcock and to family and people values in every single sense Thank You for everything that u have done. Michael Curate and family.

  • 5 David Willson 28th Jun 2022

    1st class service 

  • 5 Wendy Harrison 30th Apr 2022

    Very helpful made everything easy to deal with

  • 5 Kerry Parker 17th Apr 2022

    The care and compassion shown towards my dad and us as a family was impeccable. The service provided was absolutely superb. They were very efficient caring and accommodating nothing was too much, they made a very difficult time so easy to prepare for. I cannot thank them enough for their support and the service they provided. Fantastic helped us do out dad proud. Thank you so much.

  • 5 Hooman Seresht 14th Feb 2022

    Very professional service from start to end. We dealt with Danny from the Barking Rd branch who was polite and helpful throughout. 
    On the day of the service the gentleman who came were elegantly dressed and conducted the occasion with class and consideration.  
    Our whole family- my mum, guests etc commented on the high level of their service. 
    I would recommend. 

  • 5 Nancy Cooper 17th Jan 2022

    Very good service, sensitive and nice people, would recommend

  • 5 Pravin Naicker 30th Sep 2021

    Danny and the team where absolutely fantastic. The care and attention to detail was first class. The discussion with Danny to make the arrangements where thorough but also included aspects I had not considered which made a big difference on the day. The major personal touch was the ability to visit a significant location on route toe the crematorium and we were able to visit my wife's family home. This made a huge impression on the whole family and was a great touch. The cars where impeccable and again the attention to detail was first rate e.g. the team had a carpet in-front of the car doors to allow passengers to step on before getting in. It may be common, but having the lead usher walk in front of the car at key moments was greatly appreciated. Everything went like clockwork and on a stressful day, it really made a huge difference.

    I know that Albin International is a separate group, but I have to mention what a service they provided. Stephen was on top of all arrangement to repatriate my wife and there was absolutely no problems. He kept me updated throughout the process and also helped with the paper work to transport my wife's ashes to the Bahamas. Another first class service. The end to end process was seamless and made a huge difference to me and the family and friends.

    Thank you so much!

  • 5 Julian Saunders 8th Sep 2021

    We used albin & hitchcock for my dad's funeral and my mum's. I can not fault them. They we're very helpful and respectful before and on the day. Very professional and would highly recommend them to anyone

  • 5 Loreen Shade 28th Jun 2021

    Thank you soo much for your services and sentiments, it’s wonderful and magnificent yet informative and spirited!! Loved the suggestions and advice and compliments!!!

  • 5 Julie Colley 21st Jun 2021

    Fantastic traditional funeral directors.
    Lynn was so professional and sensitive from start to finish with the organisation of my Mum’s funeral.
    She was a comfort and support at such a difficult time for our family.
    I could not recommended them highly enough.
    Thank you so much to all at Albin  and Hitchcock for giving our Mum the most perfect and beautiful day.

  • 5 Paul Foster 22nd May 2021

    Great professional service, an oasis of impeccable dignity and understanding in the context of the world in which we live. 

    My thanks extend to the entire team at Albin & Hitchcock. Friendly, supportive and professional in every way. 

  • 5 Shirley Drake 3rd Apr 2021

    Danny Collins, Branch Manager at Albins and Hitchcock has been absolutely fantastic, supportive and caring.

    Danny is a true loyal Ambassador for Albins and Hitchcock and shows dedication to your clients needs and to your Business, as do the rest of your team Jamie, Danny, Chris, Paul, and Steve (I believe the names are correct on Mums day).

    Our Mums funeral was a beautiful farewell to "our Queen" and that's how proud we were made to feel, the Sun shining down on us, together with the supportive and compassionate care of your team is unforgettable!!!

    Our family and friends had nothing but praise for you all at Albins and Hitchcock and Brother Julian delivering the service too.

    A truly heartfelt, wonderful send off for our wonderful mum, so THANK YOU very much to you all!!!!

  • 5 Michelle Mizrahi 8th Mar 2021

    Having never organised a funeral before, I was apprehensive over choosing a funeral director but as soon as we met with Danny at Albin & Hitchcock we felt at ease. He is absolutely lovely and looked after myself and my family with care and consideration, from organising the details all the way to the funeral itself. On the actual day of the funeral (26th Feb 2021) all of the Albins staff were incredible and so professional. It was with the utmost respect and dignity that my brother was taken on his final journey and laid to rest. I highly recommend them. Thank you Danny and all at Albins.  Michelle & Family 

  • 5 William O'Connell 30th Jan 2021

    We were all impressed with the sensitivity & attention to detail with which the whole proceedings were conducted.

  • 5 C F 20th Oct 2020

    Debbie and Danny offered excellent, compassionate service. They helped to ease our path during a very painful time and helped us to create a meaningful, personal ceremony. We felt they were respectful, flexible and professional and went above and beyond to make sure they got things right. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

  • 5 Janet Singh 21st Sep 2020

    The entire team is very Good. Each member of the team knew their part very well. Good Co-ordination , understanding and very respectful .

    Stephen took very good care of us . He guided us very well through the entire funeral ceremony and did not rush us. We had enough time to do whatever we had to do . Thank you

  • 5 Yvonne Nickols 20th Jun 2020

    Would like to thank everyone at Albins from start to finish 
    What a wonderful team from Debbie through to George and his team Thank you again xxx 

  • 5 Cassandra Intziful 16th Jun 2020

    It aint right if you dont have Debbie. She has been absolutely amazing during this whole process. Most jobs are used to the service they provide and grow out of empathy, but God did bless Debbie she is amazing. 

  • 5 Barima Twum-Boateng 9th Jun 2020

    Very Professional. Wonderful customer service from DEBBIE at plaistow Barking Road. Will recommend your services to everyone.

  • 5 Julie Smith 19th May 2020

    Albins gives you peace of mind that your loved ones are looked after when in their care.excellent service from start to finish staff were very friendly. Thank you

  • 5 June & Michael Hanrahan 5th May 2020

    Debbie, in the Plaistow office was helpful, efficient and friendly, much appreciated in what are very difficult times. Couldn't have been in better hands. Thank you Debbie.

    The Bateman family

  • 5 Luke McKenzie 18th Mar 2020

    Everything was spot on just how my Dad would of wanted it down to the last the funeral was directed by George

    I couldn't of asked for a better send off
    Debbie is a Diamond we need more people like Debbie in the world.

    It was so nice I'm going to start a family plan for when that time comes.

    10 out of 10

  • 5 Callum Bamford 17th Mar 2020

    From the first phone call to Debbie right the way through she was extremely respectful professional and so helpful she made the hardest time in our lives so much more bearable with her support and communication she talked us through every step of the way , on the day Jamie and the guy's were also very respectful, smart and again communication was excellent ... I would highly recommend Albin and Hitchcock as a class A funeral service...I cannot thank them enough for making the whole process perfect on the saddest day of our lives.

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Address
378 Barking Road
Plaistow
London
E13 8HL

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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

Latest Verified Reviews

Leonard Double 13th Dec 2022

Amazing support, very kind and caring, would recommend to anyone. 

Julia Acott 13th Nov 2022

Was really impressed with every aspect of the arrangements along with all the staff - all courteous and sensitive and very professional. We felt very well cared for throughout this difficult time - thank you all

Michael Curate 27th Sep 2022

John , Danny & Steve of Albin & Hitchcock funeral directors barking road are formidable people who have not only gone above and beyond for my Beautiful mother Selena Ophelia Curate myself and all my family and friends who loved my mum they have virtually taken all of the stress anxiety off us by taking care of everything in preparation for my mother’s funeral send off and made it possible for me and my family and loved ones and family to be able to mourn in peace be the actual funeral and I would just like to express my total gratitude to them as does all of my family and loved ones and friends for taking such lovely care of my darling mother u are a credit Ablin & Hitchcock and to family and people values in every single sense Thank You for everything that u have done. Michael Curate and family.

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