Celebrating excellence: gold for being green

Prestigious award highlights Leverton’s dedication and commitment to sustainability.

Eco-conscious North London funeral director Leverton & Sons Ltd has achieved a respected industry accolade for its efforts to make send-offs more sustainable. The business, which is renowned for its service to both local families and the Royal family, has attained a gold award from the Greener Globe Funeral Standard scheme. Leverton & Sons had previously been awarded bronze for devising and implementing an environmental policy, and this latest milestone comes after the management team completed an audit across the firm, identifying areas of best practice and opportunities to go even further for the planet.

From left Carolyn Day, of Greener Globe Funeral Standard, presents Levertons & Sons' team members Andrew, Hannah and Pippa Leverton with their Greener Globe Funeral Standard Gold plaque
From left Carolyn Day, of Greener Globe Funeral Standard, presents Levertons & Sons' team members Andrew, Hannah and Pippa Leverton with their Greener Globe Funeral Standard Gold plaque

Hannah Leverton, the firm’s spokesperson, said: “We’ve been committed to green funeral practices for many years. For example, we were the first funeral director in the UK to offer an electric hearse to bereaved families. So, it’s fantastic to receive recognition for our work in this area. “But the journey doesn’t end here. We’ll be building on this award with additional environmental initiatives, such as more zero-emission vehicles, sustainable coffin types and reductions in energy and water consumption.”

Hannah added: “With demand for greener funerals growing, it’s vital that funeral directors not only offer eco-friendly options but can also demonstrate broader sustainable practices in the running of their businesses.”

The Greener Globe Funeral Standard initiative was launched by former crematorium manager Brendan Day, in a bid to drive environmental awareness among what is a very traditional sector.

Of the award, Brendan said: “We’re pleased to see such a renowned funeral director as Leverton & Sons receive our gold award. It’s very well deserved, given their pioneering approach to sustainability in funerals and it sends a really positive message to the wider profession about the need to protect the environment.

“I’ve no doubt that we will see the business succeed in achieving our highest platinum award in the near future.”

In addition to Greener Globe Funeral Standard recognition, Leverton & Sons is a member of the Association of Green Funeral Directors and Natural Death Centre. The business is also committed to Camden Climate Change Alliance’s Cutting Carbon scheme.

Leverton & Sons was established in 1789 by John Leverton and operates five offices across Inner and North London – Camden, Golders Green, Hampstead, Kentish Town and Muswell Hill.

Former Chairman Clive Leverton was also a founding member of SAIF.

For many years, the company has been at the forefront of innovations in the funeral profession. For example, it was a pioneer in elevating women to frontline funeral directing roles at a time when the industry was still male dominated, and was one of the first businesses to publish its prices online.

“With demand for greener funerals growing, it’s vital that funeral directors not only offer eco-friendly options but can also demonstrate broader sustainable practices in the running of their businesses”

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Very good service. Respectful, attentive and responsive, the team at Levertons helped make sure Mum's send off was everything she would have wanted

Review by Jon M left on 06 Oct 2025

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Deborah was unstintingly thoughtful and compassionate throughout what was a very difficult time, taking care to explain everything clearly and sensitively, and all the other members of her team I spoke to were just as considerate. I really, really cannot recommend Leverton and Sons highly enough.

Review by Richard H left on 06 Oct 2025

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I genuinely can't put into words how amazing Lorna and the rest of the team have been in my recent experience of arranging my father's funeral. It's the first time in my life that I've really had to engage and deal with death, let alone having to arrange a funeral after the death of a parent. Needless to say, it's been a difficult time. Lorna at the Kentish Town branch has been supportive, compassionate, sensitive, endlessly knowledgeable and, above all, patient with me during this entire time. The result has been an amazing send off for my father - one that he deserved. Funeral directors are one of those services that we hope we won't have to use again, but if the time comes, I won't hesitate to return back to Levertons. Thank you all so much.

Review by Ellis C left on 05 Oct 2025

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Dear lorna, as a family we have been using Levertons for around 30 years. as a family we could not have asked for a better service from you. Politeness, explaining step by step what will happen. Answering all your questions, emails and genuinely always willing to help. I personally wouldn't want to use any other funeral director... Levertons give you everything you need. Thank you Levertons

Review by T Elliott left on 03 Oct 2025

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This is the second time we have entrusted Leverton & Sons service, and we are so grateful for their professionalism, guidance, and kindness throughout the process. They made a very difficult time much easier for us.”

Review by Antonia D left on 03 Oct 2025

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This was the first time I have had to arrange a funeral for an immediate family member and I found Lorna from the Kentish Town branch both incredibly compassionate and extremely helpful in the circumstances. Lorna and Libby’s (our celebrant) guidance helped us pull together a well-received service for my late Dad. Would not hesitate to recommend or use again.

Review by Justin H left on 20 Sep 2025

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When my mother sadly passed away last month there was only one company that we would trust with her funeral arrangements and that was Leverton &sons. We left everything to them and they did not disappoint. A friendly, approachable and professional service from start to finish, thank you for making a sad time that bit easier.

Review by Keith O left on 18 Sep 2025

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We recently had a funeral with Levertons and as a family we were astonished by the impeccable service they provided. Their professionalism, support, dignity and overall knowledge was fantastic. Our family member Janet had pre paid her own funeral and this was a seamless service with no hidden fees. Deborah was so professional and polite and approachable that it made their service Ben better. Deborah's knowledge was second to none and made the whole process easier. Out family have been using Levertons for many years - over 25 years and this is why our family continues to to use their service..

Review by Siobhan C left on 03 Sep 2025

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I went with Leverton as I really had no idea where to start with planning a funeral, and a family member had used their services previously. Michael was enormously helpful at a very stressful time, making everything super easy for me when I had no idea how things worked. He was always at the end of an email with a quick reply whatever the question or request. On the day, the funeral service was really lovely and well run. All their arrangements went super smoothly and they accommodated whatever request we had. If you’re anything like I was (doing this for the first time, at a bit of a loss, and just wanting some kind help planning a good funeral) I highly highly recommend Leverton.

Review by Phoebe R left on 03 Sep 2025

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I cannot praise Leverton and Sons highly enough. The professionalism, organisation and empathy they showed in organising my mother's funeral was of the highest standard. There was incredible attention to detail and the service was flawless. A huge thank you to all involved.

Review by Christian A left on 02 Sep 2025

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