Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors)

110 reviews

Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Portsmouth and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

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Michael John Robinson 19th Dec 2022

A massive thank you to Sarah and the team for their compassionate and extremely professional guidance in the organisation of my mothers funeral. Nothing was too much effort and thanks to their understanding, a sad occasion became a memorable celebration of life. Should I require these services again, I would personally request for Sarah, Lorna and the team to organise everything. 

John Howard 18th Dec 2022

This was the best experience I could have expected when dealing with the cremation of my mother. Sarah from the Drayton office was absolutely excellent in understanding what we needed, what was the best for our needs and made it the easiest undertaking of my mothers passing. I can't rate her and the company highly enough. I wish there were more people out there who were able to give such capable and easy service. Thank you very much guys.

Lauren Mcintosh- Harris 12th Dec 2022

Sarah was most helpful in sorting out a lovely funeral in difficult circumstances. We would highly recommend.

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

252 Havant Road
Drayton
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO6 1PA

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 023 8202 7085

About Us

Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Hampshire. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Portsmouth funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Portsmouth, Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) in Hampshire is open from 09:00 - 17:00. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Michael John Robinson 19th Dec 2022

    A massive thank you to Sarah and the team for their compassionate and extremely professional guidance in the organisation of my mothers funeral. Nothing was too much effort and thanks to their understanding, a sad occasion became a memorable celebration of life. Should I require these services again, I would personally request for Sarah, Lorna and the team to organise everything. 

  • 5 John Howard 18th Dec 2022

    This was the best experience I could have expected when dealing with the cremation of my mother.
    Sarah from the Drayton office was absolutely excellent in understanding what we needed, what was the best for our needs and made it the easiest undertaking of my mothers passing.
    I can't rate her and the company highly enough. I wish there were more people out there who were able to give such capable and easy service.
    Thank you very much guys.

  • 5 Lauren Mcintosh- Harris 12th Dec 2022

    Sarah was most helpful in sorting out a lovely funeral in difficult circumstances. We would highly recommend.

  • 5 Kristina Hutornaja 11th Dec 2022

    I would like to say a huge thank you to both Sarah C. and David W. from Drayton Funeral Care for organising my partner's funeral. It was the hardest time in my life going through the bereavement, and it was the first time for me, and I did not know anything about organising a funeral, but Sarah and David made the whole process easy and painless for me. Sarah and David are both so professional and genuinely nice people, and I can't praise them enough! The whole process was really smooth and I could not have asked for anything better. David showed his compassion and understanding and supported me when I needed support. Sarah has such a great sense of humour and managed to make me smile, even in the saddest time of my life, when laughter seemed to be unthinkable! I highly recommend Drayton Funeral Care! Kristina.

  • 5 Lauren Mcintosh- Harris 8th Dec 2022

    Sarah was so helpful in dealing with the funeral I am so appreciative of that assistance.

  • 5 Susan Francis 5th Dec 2022

    Absolutely amazing service from Sarah to Malcom the driver and lee the celebrant. Thank you so much

  • 5 Ann Smith 28th Nov 2022

    There are no words to express our sorrow but Sarah made our ordeal an easier than expected process
    We wish, as a family to thank her for this, she is a real credit to your team.

  • 5 Stuart Robson 28th Nov 2022

    Very pleased with the service and compassion shown by Sarah Cunningham.
    Took the time to listen to my story and learn a little about my father before his funeral.

  • 4 Tim Ross 7th Nov 2022

    Sarah was very supportive and helpful. Communication was good.

  • 5 Diane Brett 7th Nov 2022

    Everything went very smoothly and the staff were all really great especially Sarah Cunningham

  • 5 Beveley Moseley 7th Nov 2022

    Personal and caring.

  • 5 Jo Ogram 31st Oct 2022

    Living in another country and needing to organise my lovely daddy’s funeral was always going to be tough!!
    Sarah,however talked to me daily and was the loveliest person to deal with. 
    The final service was everything I wanted for my Dads send off!
    I can’t recommend highly enough .
    Thank you so much Jo Ogram 

  • 5 Simon Legg 31st Oct 2022

    Sarah was really good at sorting out all the details from start to finish, and the team on the day of the funeral couldn't be faulted. Cannot ask for any more.

  • 5 Ian Troise 17th Oct 2022

    Couldn't ask for a more personal experience. They were excellent.

  • 5 Jaqueline Clare 17th Oct 2022

    Very happy with the arrangements. Sarah in Drayton couldn't have been friendlier. Very easy to talk to & very professional. She made problems I had with the GP so much easier. Thankyou Sarah.

  • 5 Roger Lawrence 3rd Oct 2022

    Fantastic service. On the day the staff were courteous and efficient, and everything went like clockwork. Ms Sarah Cunningham did her job quickly and efficiently. She appears to be somebody who goes the extra mile. Highly recommended.

  • 5 Tony Atherton 3rd Oct 2022

    Sarah was very helpful, caring, empathetic and sympathetic throughout. Thank you Sarah.

  • 5 Hayley O'Connor 3rd Oct 2022

    Sarah was so helpful and clear and appreciated our needs. She made the whole process so easy for us. 
    Thank you 

  • 5 Jules White 3rd Oct 2022

    Sarah couldn’t have been more helpful and caring during a really difficult time. Thank you so much. 

  • 5 Yvonne Hopgood 3rd Oct 2022

    Everything thing was done to perfection by Sarah Cunningham who also did a wonderful job on the order of service booklet, thank you Sarah
    A thank you also goes to Ryan
    I thoroughly recommend Drayton Funeralcare (inc. Meridian Funeral Directors) 

  • 5 Alan Clifton 20th Sep 2022

    Excellent service, can't praise the two ladies enough

  • 5 Ceri Johnson 20th Sep 2022

    I could not find a fault with the service provided.

  • 5 Anne Curtis 13th Sep 2022

    Highly professional yet friendly at all times. Had some great ideas about the Order of Service and explained everything about the funeral arrangements. I would highly recommend to others. Could not fault anything. Thankyou

  • 5 Phyllis Gibbons 12th Sep 2022

    With a lot of help from Sarah ,the family were able to have a funeral that was just right for our beloved Vernon .Phyllis Gibbons .

  • 5 Stephen Henry Keeley 6th Sep 2022

    Everything was efficient and well-organised. I felt that the Co-op wanted to minimise the amount of work that the relatives had to do. I could not have asked for more sympathetic and efficient staff.

    Thank you.

    Thoroughly recommended.

Address
252 Havant Road
Drayton
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO6 1PA

Open map

Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Michael John Robinson 19th Dec 2022

A massive thank you to Sarah and the team for their compassionate and extremely professional guidance in the organisation of my mothers funeral. Nothing was too much effort and thanks to their understanding, a sad occasion became a memorable celebration of life. Should I require these services again, I would personally request for Sarah, Lorna and the team to organise everything. 

John Howard 18th Dec 2022

This was the best experience I could have expected when dealing with the cremation of my mother. Sarah from the Drayton office was absolutely excellent in understanding what we needed, what was the best for our needs and made it the easiest undertaking of my mothers passing. I can't rate her and the company highly enough. I wish there were more people out there who were able to give such capable and easy service. Thank you very much guys.

Lauren Mcintosh- Harris 12th Dec 2022

Sarah was most helpful in sorting out a lovely funeral in difficult circumstances. We would highly recommend.

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