Lewisham cemetery fees
Current burial and cemetery fees for the London Borough of Lewisham, effective 1 April 2026 (2026/27). Lewisham manages Hither Green Cemetery, Honor Oak Cemetery, and Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries. Non-residents pay approximately three to four times the resident rate depending on the fee type.
Grave purchase (exclusive right of burial)
ERB is granted for 50 years with a 10-year renewal option.
| Grave type | Resident fee (50yr) | Non-resident fee (50yr) |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland or lawn grave – non-border | £2,951 | £7,586 |
| Lawn grave – border position | £3,548 | £9,129 |
| Full memorial grave – non-border | £4,057 | £10,425 |
| Full memorial grave – border position | £4,547 | £11,952 |
| Cremated remains grave (50yr) | £1,671 | £4,802 |
75-year ERB is also available at higher rates.
Burial and interment fees
Interment fees are charged separately from the ERB.
| Service | Resident fee | Non-resident fee |
|---|---|---|
| Adult coffin burial (private grave) | £2,652 | £7,885 |
| Casket or large coffin surcharge | £152 | £523 |
| Child under 18 at time of death | No charge | No charge |
| Saturday burial supplement | £1,162 | £2,325 |
| Sunday burial supplement | £1,549.50 | £3,101 |
Cremated remains interment
| Service | Resident fee | Non-resident fee |
|---|---|---|
| Cremated remains interment (Monday to Friday) | £400 | £1,152 |
| Cremated remains interment (Saturday) | £644 | £1,356 |
| Cremated remains interment (Sunday) | £845 | £1,480 |
About Lewisham cemeteries
The London Borough of Lewisham operates three main cemetery sites:
- Hither Green Cemetery – Verdant Lane, London SE6
- Honor Oak Cemetery – Brockley Rise, London SE23
- Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries – Brockley Road, London SE4
Fees effective 1 April 2026 (2026/27). Verified 2026-08-18. Source: London Borough of Lewisham – cemetery, burial and cremation costs – see linked Cemetery prices 2026 to 2027 PDF.
Contact: Lewisham Bereavement Services – 020 8314 3210 – bereavement@lewisham.gov.uk