The District of Epping Forest includes Loughton, Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill, Epping, Waltham Abbey, Theydon Bois, Ongar, North Weald and the surrounding villages.
Residents are served by community hospitals, the Essex Coroner's Service, Essex Registration Service and several nearby crematoria in Essex and North East London.
The Plain
Epping
Essex CM16 6TN
Telephone:01992 561666
St Margaret's Hospital provides community healthcare, outpatient services, rehabilitation and specialist clinics. Major emergency services are provided by Princess Alexandra Hospital (Harlow) and Whipps Cross University Hospital.
There is no public mortuary at St Margaret's Hospital.
Following a death, arrangements will be made by the hospital, the Essex Coroner or your appointed Funeral Director.
Seax House
Victoria Road South
Chelmsford
CM1 1QH
Telephone:0333 013 5000
The Coroner investigates sudden, unexplained or unexpected deaths and authorises the release of the deceased where appropriate.
Civic Offices High Street Epping Essex CM16 4BZ
Telephone:0345 603 7632
Appointments are required to register a death.
Parndon Wood Road
Harlow
Essex CM19 4SFT
elephone:01279 620282
Facilities include:
Forest Road
Hainault
Essex IG6 3HP
Telephone:020 8501 2236
A popular choice for families living in the south of the district.
Coppice Row
Epping
CM16 7ES Council-managed cemetery.
High Road
Loughton
IG10 4LFCouncil-managed cemetery.
Highbridge Street
Waltham Abbey
EN9 1DP Council-managed cemetery.
178 High Road Loughton IG10 1DN
Telephone:020 8508 2403
High Road Loughton IG10 4LF
Telephone:020 8508 2899
Independent family funeral directors.
Loughton Essex
Telephone:020 8508 4300
Long-established independent funeral directors serving the district.
The BroadwayLoughtonIG10 3ST
Telephone:020 8508 1737
Independent family funeral directors.
| Service | Telephone |
|---|---|
| St Margaret's Hospital | 01992 561666 |
| Essex Coroner | 0333 013 5000 |
| Epping Forest Registration Office | 0345 603 7632 |
| Parndon Wood Crematorium | 01279 620282 |
| Forest Park Crematorium | 020 8501 2236 |
| Co-op Funeralcare, Loughton | 020 8508 2403 |
Families in Epping Forest often have several crematoria within easy reach.
Your Funeral Director can advise on availability, travel times and chapel facilities to help you choose the most suitable venue for your loved one's service.