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Family funeral directors proudly serving the communities of East London and Essex since 1888.

Harold White Funeral Directors is an independent family business that has been supporting families in the East London and Essex communities since 1888. For over 130 years, our experienced and compassionate team have been arranging many different types of funeral from our three funeral homes in South Chingford, Buckhurst Hill and Walthamstow. We continue to provide the stunning horse-drawn funerals that originally earned our reputation but today we can also offer alternative celebrations, direct cremations and eco-funerals alongside our traditional services. We welcome all faiths and no matter what your beliefs are, we can guide you through the various ways to personalise a service and create a truly meaningful tribute for your loved one. From sustainable coffins and suitable celebrants to vehicle options and beautiful flowers (and much more), we can help organise everything you need. Transparency and clarity are a priority for Harold White and we will do everything we can to make the process of arranging a funeral as easy as possible. As well as explaining your options and prices in a way that is easy to understand, our team will support you and your family every step of the way. For more information, pop into one of our funeral homes, visit our website or call our 24 hour telephone number. Website - haroldwhitefunerals.co.uk
Telephone (24 hour) - 0208 529 1530

19/12/2025

The Harold White team are here to help throughout the Christmas period. Our funeral homes will be open as usual with only three closure days, and our 24-hour telephone line continues throughout the festive season.

Christmas Day (Thu 25 Dec) - Closed
Boxing Day (Fri 26 Dec) - Closed
New Year's Day (Thu 1 Jan) - Closed
24-hour support: 0208 529 1530

A very Merry Christmas to everyone in our East London and Essex communities! May your festive season be filled with joy and special moments with family and friends. For those finding this time of year more difficult, our thoughts are with you and we remain here whenever you need us.

Warmest wishes from the Harold White team.

12/12/2025

We recently organised the funeral for Mr Bonner, a much loved figure and familiar face on Walthamstow’s famous street market.

On the journey to the natural burial ground, the funeral procession stopped at the entrance to the High Street, where despite the poor weather and maze of road works, many friends and fellow stallholders came along to pay their respects. It was touching to see such a huge outpouring of love for this well respected man from the tight-knit local community.

We also loved the hand-made miniature replica market stall which had been hand-made by Mr Bonner - clearly a man of many talents. It was lovely to see friends and family coming together, and a real honour for us to be able to play our part on the day.

02/12/2025

Christmas is just around the corner and it's feeling festive at Harold White! We're hosting a wreath-making workshop with the brilliant Carmina of Tate Floral. Come along to our Buckhurst Hill funeral home and enjoy a relaxed morning of creativity, chat and seasonal crafting.

Date: Thursday 4 December, 11am
Location: Harold White, 178 Queen's Rd, Buckhurst Hill
Price: £45 per person (includes refreshments and all supplies to make your own wreath)

Book your space: Call 0208 505 7057

21/11/2025

Understanding that every family's needs are different, we listen carefully to ensure we can provide the support you need during such a difficult time.

13/11/2025

From a recent service at Chigwell Convent - a grand building surrounded by beautiful, peaceful grounds. The family found us through a recommendation, which is always special. Nothing means more than knowing families we've helped feel comfortable suggesting us to others during difficult times.

09/11/2025

On Friday, our community gathered at Chingford Mount Cemetery for the annual Laying of Flowers Ceremony, honouring the 321 service personnel buried there who gave their lives during the two World Wars.

Children from ten local schools joined veterans, Councillor Roy Berg, Sir Iain Duncan Smith and others who served in our forces, with many laying wreaths at the war memorial. We were privileged to sponsor and help organise this year's ceremony, watching young and old stand together in remembrance.

Today and always, we honour their memory.

Lest we forget.

05/11/2025

Navigating uncharted waters while grieving requires gentle guidance and understanding, it's what we're here for.

31/10/2025

We were at St Joseph's Church in Leyton recently for a service - what an amazing setting. It was very wet out there, but that didn't take away from how touching the service was. Grateful to have been part of such a meaningful day for the family.

24/10/2025

Don't miss the Black History Month Community Festival at St Edmund's Church in Larkswood Road on Saturday (25 October) - a fantastic afternoon of food, music, art, craft and more. Events like these make our neighbourhood so special, bringing people together to celebrate the rich diversity and stories that shape Chingford. Pop along if you can!

Find out more about this festival and more events from the BHM calendar using the link below.

Taking place throughout October 2025 is an exciting month long programme of events and activities to celebrate Black History Month 2025

22/10/2025

When families choose to return to us during their most difficult moments, it's the greatest honour we could receive.

17/10/2025

We were back in Enfield recently for our first service at Lincoln Road Chapel in Ponders End. It was lovely to make a new connection and we’re always grateful when families trust us to arrange their farewells at venues across the area.

08/10/2025

That very first conversation sets the tone for everything that follows, we know how important it is to get it right from the start.

Address

95 Old Church Road
London
E46ST

Telephone

+442085291530

Website

http://haroldwhitefunerals.co.uk/

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4th Generation Family Funeral Home Caring for & Serving Our Community with Dignity, Sympathy & Respect for 132 years.

Harold White Funeral Directors London, providing a wide range of comprehensive, compassionate and dignified funeral services throughout the Chingford, London, Middlesex, Essex and Hertfordshire areas. We ensure peace of mind for you and your family in accordence with your wishes. To help other families understand our work, please write a review on either Facebook or Google. Thank you. You can also see reviews on Funeralzone, our online funeral obituary website.

“Whether you are dealing with the death of someone you love or you are simply planning ahead to ensure peace of mind for your family, we here at Harold White’s and George White’s offer to you a comprehensive, compassionate and dignified service. With 132 years’ experience, we are sensitive to the needs and the diversity of our community in which we serve, and welcome all faiths and beliefs, with a wide range of packages to choose from. From when you or your family need to contact us, we will make sure the funeral arrangements are explained in a plain and clear way, in accordance with yours or your families’ wishes.”