Arranging a Funeral
We understand that passing can happen at any time and so we offer same day burials alongside a 24/7 helpline (0800 211 8569) where a member of our team will always answer.
Helping our Ummah return to the Ākhirah with dignity, Eternal Gardens provides compassionate support through every stage of the funeral journey.
Our experienced team has guided families for over a decade, offering a calm, structured, and deen-centred service during difficult times.
We offer same-day burials and a 24/7 helpline, understanding the urgency and sensitivity of Muslim funerals. From Janazah arrangements to burial, our team ensures a dignified process that gives families the space to participate in important rituals with ease and peace of mind.
An Imam is provided to lead the scholarly-approved Janazah Salah in accordance with all four Sunni schools, while families are also welcome to bring their own Imam or appoint a family member. Every funeral is personalised to honour your loved one with care, simplicity, and respect, with ongoing support available beyond the burial when needed.
Funeral Process
A simple step by step guide to what you need to do after someone has passed away
If the death has been reported to the coroner you will have to discuss arrangements with the coroners office. If the cause of deatrh is clear, the coroner will issue a certificate to state a no post mortem is required and you can proceed with burial arrangements.
Contact the local registration office and book a slot. Some will have arrangements for urgent appointments for religious reasons. Ensure you ask for the required documents to take with you to the appointment,
Arrange for a Muslim Funeral Director to collect the deceased from the hospital, arrange Washing, shrouding, Janazah Salah & transport to burial ground. Select the burial plot. Book a burial service time slot. Our team are in touch with all the Muslim Funeral Directors across London and provide one central contact to arrange all these for you.
If finances had not been set up correctly, you will require experienced and qualified solicitors to minimise losses. We are partnered with leading solicitors to support you gain control.
You will also need to notify various authorities of the death, such as HMRC etc. The new TELL US ONCE service is extremely useful for this.
Our Park
Established in 2013, Eternal Gardens, Sidcup is our flagship site. Located within the serene, natural grounds previously known as Kemnal Manor, the park has an air of calm, dignity and peace.
The perfect Islamic, Sunnah environment for our loved ones who have passed as well as for visiting families. We have taken great care in ensuring our families are comfortable and achieve ultimate convenience allowing them to focus on praying and reflecting over their loved ones.
On-site facilities include:
- Prayer and reflection rooms for brothers and sisters
- Inclusive of everyone within the Muslim Faith
- On-site support team for queries and assistance
- Watering points in each plot section
- Footwear cleaning stations
- Accessible on-site parking and roadways for easy drop-off and mobility access
- Outdoor Janazah bench for funeral prayers in a peaceful natural setting
- Waste bins to help protect the environment and local wildlife
Shariah compliant
Burial Options
We offer Shariah-compliant burial options including traditional graves, premium graves, and family gardens, with all costs covering the plot, burial, service, and plaque—no hidden fees.
A La-Warith service is available in partnership with the Muslim Burial Fund for eligible low-income cases, with dedicated low-cost plots (enquire via info@eternalgardens.org.uk).
Families can use our full burial service or choose their own mosque/funeral director from our local recommendations.
All graves are simple, uniform, Sunnah-based, aligned to Makkah, and finished with grass and a plain marker.
Registered Offices
For directions, click one of the registered offices below.
Woolwich
Woolwich Town Hall, Wellington Street, Woolwich, SE18 6PW
020 8921 5015
registrar@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm
For urgent religious burials contact the Register Office to get a burial order without registration.
Lewisham
Lewisham Register Office, 356 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LQ
020 8690 2128
Mon - Fri 9am to 4:15pm
Urgent Religious Arrangements: Call 020 8314 6000, Saturday 10am to 1pm
Sunday and Bank Holidays 10am to 12:30pm.
Bromley
Bromley Register Office, Civic Centre, Stockwell Close, Bromley, BR1 3UH
0300 303 8667
Mon - Fri 9:30am to 4:30pm
Urgent Religious Arrangements: Call 020 8464 4848 for out of hours or urgent burial requests.
Croydon
Croydon Town Hall, Fell Road, Croydon, CR0 1NX
020 8726 3000
Mon - Fri 9:30am to 4pm
Urgent Religious Arrangements: Call 020 8726 6300 between 9am - 4pm, Mon to Fri for burials required within 24 hours.
Wandsworth
Wandsworth Town Hall, Wandsworth High Street, SW18 2PU
020 8871 6000
Mon - Fri 8am to 4:30pm
Urgent Religious Arrangements: Out of hours emergency call 020 8871 6000 and ask for the Superintendent Registrar.
Merton
Merton Register Office, Sutton Register Office, 25 Worcester Road, Sutton, SM2 6PR
Telephone: 020 8776 7970
Lamberth
Lambeth Register Office, Lambeth Town Hall, Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1RW
Telephone: 020 7926 9420
Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm
Southwark
Southwark Register Office, 34 Peckham Road, London, SE5 8QA
Telephone: 020 7525 7651
Mon - Fri 9:30am to 4pm
Kingston
Kingston Register Office, Guildhall High Street, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1EU
Telephone: 020 8547 4600
Email: registrars@kingston.gov.uk
Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm
Surrey
Surrey Register Office, Council Contact Centre, Room 296–298, County Hall, Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2ND
Telephone: 0300 200 1002
Email: contact.centre@surreycc.gov.uk
Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm