Co-op Funeralcare
0.3 miles269 Hoe St, London, E17 9PT
Co-op Funeralcare
Buddhist funeral directors & services in Walthamstow
We don’t yet list a specialist Buddhist funeral director near Walthamstow, 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 Walthamstow
We haven’t identified a specialist Buddhist funeral director close to Walthamstow yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Buddhist funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Buddhist funerals? Tell us.
A. Bennett & Sons
0.6 miles460 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 9AP
W English & Sons
0.6 miles70-72 St James's Street, London, E17 7PE
Harold White
0.7 miles99 Wood Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 3LL
Harrison Funeral Home
0.7 miles201 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6JQ
Greaves Funeral Services
1.1 milesWalthamstow, E10 6RF
£2,280 attended funeral from their price list
Buddhist temples and centres near Walthamstow
A Buddhist temple or centre can often help with prayers, a faith leader.
- Wat Buddharam · 2.3 miles
- Sri Sambodhi Buddhist Meditation Center · 4.0 miles — 84 Dacre Road, E13 0PD
- London Buddhist Centre · 4.1 miles — 51 Roman Road, London, E2 0HU
- North London Buddhist Centre · 4.5 miles
- Buddist Sala · 4.6 miles
- RIGPA Tibetan Buddhist Centre · 5.2 miles
- Kagyu Samye Dzong London · 6.6 miles — 15 Spa Road, SE16 3GA
- Fo Guang Shan · 6.9 miles — 84 Margaret Street, London, W1W 8TD · website
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 Walthamstow
- The doctor records the cause of death and the medical examiner reviews it.
- Register the death with Waltham Forest 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a Buddhist temple or centre near Walthamstow?
The nearest Buddhist temples and centres to Walthamstow include Wat Buddharam (2.3 miles), Sri Sambodhi Buddhist Meditation Center (4.0 miles), London Buddhist Centre (4.1 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.