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S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors is a funeral director at 81 Ock St, Abingdon OX14 5AG. The nearest crematorium is South Oxfordshire Crematorium, 3.9 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | 81 Ock St, Abingdon, OX14 5AG |
|---|---|
| Phone | 01235 887619 |
| Website | oliverandjamesfunerals.co.uk |
| Local council | Vale of White Horse |
| Area | Abingdon, Oxfordshire |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £2,495 |
|---|---|
| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £1,745 |
Estimated total for an attended cremation: about £3,840 — £2,495 funeral director’s charges plus £1,345 at South Oxfordshire Crematorium (its published fee). An officiant, flowers, cars and a wake would be extra. Build a full estimate.
From S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors’ published standardised price list, checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
- Can I see your standardised price list? Every UK funeral director must publish one online and in the branch. Compare the “attended funeral” and “unattended funeral” totals.
- What isn’t included? Crematorium or cemetery fees, the officiant, flowers and cars are often extra. Ask for an itemised written quote.
- Who owns the business? Funeral directors must disclose their ultimate owner. Some group-owned branches keep a family name.
- Are you a member of a trade body? For example the NAFD or SAIF — both have codes of practice and complaints schemes.
- Can you meet our faith or cultural needs? Ask about washing facilities, urgent burials, viewing and repatriation if they matter to you.
- Where will the person be cared for? Ask whether they have their own mortuary and chapel of rest, and whether you can visit.
Nearest crematoria
- South Oxfordshire Crematorium · 3.9 miles
- Oxford Crematorium and Garden of Remembrance · 8.2 miles
- North Oxfordshire Crematorium and Memorial Park · 13.6 miles
- West Berkshire Crematorium · 18.9 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Spring Road Cemetery · 0.4 miles
- Spring Gardens Cemetery · 0.5 miles
- Commonwealth War Graves · 2.3 miles
- Marcham Cemetery · 2.6 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors?
Call 01235 887619. Visit oliverandjamesfunerals.co.uk. The address is 81 Ock St, Abingdon, OX14 5AG. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors charges £2,495 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £1,745 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors?
South Oxfordshire Crematorium is 3.9 miles away, and Oxford Crematorium and Garden of Remembrance is 8.2 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
Edward Carter Funeral Directors
1.2 miles107 South Ave, Abingdon, OX14 1QS
£2,290 attended funeral £1,495 direct cremation from their price list
R & H Barker
4.6 miles40 Wantage Road, Didcot, OX11 0BT
Co-op Funeralcare
4.8 miles6, Market Place, Didcot, OX11 7LE
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Reeves and Pain Funeral Services
4.8 milesOxford, OX1 4TE
The Individual Funeral Company
4.9 miles86 Rose Hill, Oxford, OX4 4HT