Gannon and Sons
0.1 miles1a Theaklen Dr, St Leonards on Sea, TN38 9AZ
Douglas Mercer & Son
Douglas Mercer & Son is a funeral director at 29 Sedlescombe Road North, St Leonards-on-Sea TN37 7DA. The nearest crematorium is Hastings Crematorium, 1.7 miles away.
Contact & location
| Address | 29 Sedlescombe Road North, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 7DA |
|---|---|
| Phone | 01424 231644 |
| Website | dcmercer.co.uk |
| Local council | Hastings |
| Area | St Leonards, East Sussex |
Prices
| Attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) | £3,240 |
|---|---|
| Unattended (direct) cremation (including the cremation fee) | £2,050 |
| Unattended burial (funeral director’s charges only) | £1,750 |
Estimated total for an attended cremation: about £4,192 — £3,240 funeral director’s charges plus £952 at Hastings Crematorium (its published fee). An officiant, flowers, cars and a wake would be extra. Build a full estimate.
From Douglas Mercer & Son’s published standardised price list, checked 26 September 2026. Prices change — always confirm with the funeral director. Compare funeral director prices.
Questions to ask Douglas Mercer & Son
- 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
- Hastings Crematorium · 1.7 miles
- Eastbourne Crematorium · 11.6 miles
- Wealdon Crematorium · 14.4 miles
- Kent and Sussex Crematorium and Cemetery · 21.0 miles
Nearby cemeteries
- Wallinger's Walk Gardens · 1.4 miles
- Hastings Cemetery · 1.9 miles
- Battle Cemetery · 4.3 miles
- Bexhill Cemetery · 4.7 miles
Frequently asked questions
How do I contact Douglas Mercer & Son?
Call 01424 231644. Visit dcmercer.co.uk. The address is 29 Sedlescombe Road North, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 7DA. Funeral directors can usually be reached 24 hours a day when someone has died.
How much does Douglas Mercer & Son charge?
According to its published standardised price list (checked 2026-09-26), Douglas Mercer & Son charges £3,240 for an attended funeral (funeral director’s charges only) and £2,050 for an unattended (direct) cremation including the cremation fee. Always confirm current prices with the funeral director.
Which crematorium is nearest to Douglas Mercer & Son?
Hastings Crematorium is 1.7 miles away, and Eastbourne Crematorium is 11.6 miles away.
Compare with other funeral directors nearby
It’s worth comparing at least two or three price lists before you decide.
Co-op Funeralcare
0.5 miles233 London Rd, St Leonards on Sea, TN37 6LU
Co-op Funeralcare
Hinkley Funeral Directors
1.4 miles50 Mount Pleasant Rd, Hastings, TN34 3SH
£2,695 attended funeral £1,545 direct cremation from their price list
Dignity
Co-op Funeralcare
1.4 miles22 Queens Rd, Hastings, TN34 1QY
Co-op Funeralcare
Banfield & Pomphrey
2.3 miles476 Old London Road, Ore, TN35 5BG
£3,240 attended funeral £2,050 direct cremation from their price list
Mummery Funeralcare
3.8 miles29 Ninfield Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5AE
Co-op Funeralcare Step-free