Lodge Brothers
under 0.1 miles1-2 The Pavement, Isleworth, TW7 7AJ
£4,410 attended funeral £2,665 direct cremation from their price list
Buddhist funeral directors & services in Isleworth
We don’t yet list a specialist Buddhist funeral director near Isleworth, but most local funeral directors can arrange a Buddhist funeral. There are 8 Buddhist temples and centres within 7 miles. Buddhist funerals vary by tradition and culture, but most are simple, reflective ceremonies focused on impermanence and on helping the person who died towards a good rebirth.
Funeral directors near Isleworth
We haven’t identified a specialist Buddhist funeral director close to Isleworth yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Buddhist funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Buddhist funerals? Tell us.
Fred W Paine
0.2 milesIsleworth, TW7 6DH
4 The Metro Centre, St Johns Road, Isleworth, Hounslow, United Kingdom, TW7 6NJ
Hounslow Funeral Services
0.7 miles154 London Road, Brentford, TW7 5BD
£3,595 attended funeral £1,745 direct cremation from their price list
T. H. Sanders & Son
1.2 milesKew Road, Richmond, TW9 2NA
Lodge & Wickenden
1.4 miles44-45 Half Acre, Brentford, TW8 8BH
£4,410 attended funeral £2,665 direct cremation from their price list
Buddhist temples and centres near Isleworth
A Buddhist temple or centre can often help with prayers, a faith leader.
- Three Wheels Shin Buddhist Temple · 3.0 miles — 55 Carbery Avenue, London, W3 9AB · website
- London Buddhist Vihara · 3.6 miles · website
- Buddhapadipa Temple · 5.2 miles — 14 Calonne Road, SW19 5HJ
- Shinnyo-En Temple · 6.2 miles — The Manor House, Woodstock Lane North, KT6 5HL · website
- Dechen London: Sakya Buddhist Centre · 6.6 miles — 106 Chepstow Road, London, W2 5QS · website
- Kadampa Meditation Centre · 6.8 miles — 1A Ashridge Way, Morden, SM4 4EF · website
- West London Buddhist Centre · 6.8 miles — 45a Porchester Road, London, W2 5PT · website
- True Buddha Temple · 7.0 miles
Buddhist funerals: what to expect
| Burial or cremation | Cremation is most common; burial is acceptable |
|---|---|
| Who leads | A monk, nun or lay teacher from the family’s tradition — Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan, Zen and others |
| Key practices | Chanting, meditation on impermanence and merit-making (giving) on behalf of the person who died |
| After death | Ceremonies at weekly intervals up to 49 days are common, especially in Chinese and Tibetan traditions |
Etiquette for guests
- What to wear: Simple, modest clothing. White is traditional in many East Asian communities; dark, plain clothes are also common. Remove shoes in a temple.
- What to say: Quiet words of sympathy. Many people simply bow slightly with hands together.
- Flowers: White flowers are usually appropriate; avoid red, which can signify celebration.
Practical steps in Isleworth
- The doctor records the cause of death and the medical examiner reviews it.
- Register the death with Hounslow register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. How to register.
- Contact a funeral director and your Buddhist temple or centre — they can help arrange the key rites (Chanting, reflection and merit-making (dana)).
- Book the crematorium — see local options.
Repatriating someone abroad for burial · Help paying for a funeral
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a Buddhist temple or centre near Isleworth?
The nearest Buddhist temples and centres to Isleworth include Three Wheels Shin Buddhist Temple (3.0 miles), London Buddhist Vihara (3.6 miles), Buddhapadipa Temple (5.2 miles).
Do Buddhists get cremated or buried?
Cremation is most common, following the example of the Buddha, but burial is also acceptable.
What is the 49-day period?
Many Buddhist traditions believe rebirth happens within 49 days of death, so families hold prayers or ceremonies at seven-day intervals during this time.