Levertons Now

Levertons Today

Today the company is run by cousins Pippa and Andrew. Both worked and studied in other fields before deciding to join the firm.

Cousin Hannah also joined the firm. This brings a wealth of experience and fresh ideas to the way in which the company is run. Clive Leverton, who until earlier in 2014 was our chairman, has now retired but offers support as a consultant to the firm.

As a family business, we are fortunate that our family ties extend beyond the Levertons. Some of our colleagues’ partners and children are also part of the company. Our profession is suited to a family company. Working with the deceased and the bereaved is a vocation – not every Leverton has chosen to join the company.

Women have been arranging funerals and taking care of families at Levertons for a long time. In the 60s, Bill and Bunty Biggerstaff ran a branch together, so Bunty was the pioneering first woman funeral director at Levertons – well ahead of her time! Next was Clive’s daughter Pippa in 1996, followed by Julie Avery in 2000 and Clive’s other daughter Hannah more recently. Today, six of our funeral directors are women, including Julie’s daughter Carmel.

Since the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales, we have noticed significant changes in British funeral protocol. The use of contemporary music and personal tributes directly from family and friends is much more common today than before her death.

Another welcome change in the 21st century is environmental consciousness. Woodland burial sites are emerging around London and the city’s crematoria are now researching more solutions to reduce pollution for the future.  We recently pioneered the first all-electric hearse in this country, for which we won the Best Alternative Hearse in 2015 and Best Green Funeral Director in 2013, as part of the Good Funeral Awards. This is proving invaluable for the city funerals with short journeys and for our clients who feel environmentally conscious. We are also proud to be one of the founding members of the Association of Green Funeral Directors.

Whether the funeral is religious, semi-religious or non-religious, we strive to find the right person to conduct the ceremony which is appropriate to you and the person who has died. Every funeral is different. We are guided by the people who come to us. Listening carefully to the bereaved and honouring the wishes of the person who has died is probably our greatest strength.

Immediate Assistance

In the case of someone dying at home, or if you need to contact us for immediate assistance out of our office hours, please do call us. We can arrange collection at any time of day or night:

Drew and his team at Leverton & Sons Ltd. could not have done more to take me through the process of organising my late twin brother's funeral; they were professional, yet understanding, empathetic and patient (this being the first funeral I have had to organise), and I felt helped every step of the way. The fact that we had to organise things 'long distance' as we are not local to where my twin brother lived (so over the 'phone and by email) was no obstacle to them. The funeral itself was just what I wanted. Thank you.

Review by William W left on 28 Apr 2025

TRUSTist

We used Leverton’s recently to take care of the funeral arrangements for our Mum. They were incredibly professional yet approachable at all points, and managed both the larger organisation and small details very well. Deborah was lovely to deal with and made us feel like we were in very safe hands, on the run up to the funeral and indeed on the day itself when everything went perfectly, just as we had hoped. Her local knowledge meant that her recommendations of funeral location, florist, wake venue and celebrant all proved successful too and just right for what we needed. Very happy to recommend. Many thanks.

Review by Annabel M left on 28 Apr 2025

Google

A huge "Thank You" to Carmel and her Team for undertaking the arrangements of the funeral for my husband Charles W Ramsay. Carmel was professional, kind, thoughtful and cared for us as though she was a member of our family . Together with her supportive team, the service was exceptional. Levertons live on.

Review by Hazeline C left on 25 Apr 2025

TRUSTist

Everyone was very sympathetic, kind and efficient. I highly recommend them.

Review by Wanda M left on 24 Apr 2025

TRUSTist

The funeral arrangements were handled with great sensitivity. We could not have been happier with the service provided by Craig and the team at Leverton's Belsize Park. At a time of sadness they were supportive, considerate and just what was needed in difficult circumstances. We have no hesitation in recommending their services

Review by Caroline M left on 24 Apr 2025

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Review by Caroline M left on 24 Apr 2025

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Review by Stuart H left on 24 Apr 2025

Google

Arranging a funeral is always going to be an unpleasant burden at a difficult time, but the experience with Leverton's Muswell Hill office was hugely helpful and supportive. I cannot recommend them more highly on every aspect of the process. They listen carefully, make excellent and well-timed suggestions and support the planning process with flexibility and sensitivity. At the funeral service itself they were discreet and thoroughly professional throughout. To the extent that this would ever be a positive experience, I do not believe that any firm could have done a better job, and I would not hesitate to recommend them as an absolutely top class service

Review by James P left on 23 Apr 2025

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I recently had the experience of working with Deborah at Leverton & Sons during a profoundly difficult time, and I cannot express enough gratitude for the excellent support and care Deborah and team provided. Deborah demonstrated kindness and thoughtfulness that immediately put us at ease, she approached every aspect with an understanding that felt both personal and compassionate. Deborah and her team were incredibly efficient throughout the entire process, explaining all the options, working on the schedule and flow, handling intricate details whilst allowing us the space to grieve. I wholeheartedly recommend Deborah at Leverton & Sons to anyone seeking compassionate and skilled assistance and kindness. Thank you Deborah.

Review by M.E left on 22 Apr 2025

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Very respectable and professional service from start to finish. Lorna and her team gave my Mum Yvonne a great send off . Tim the celebrant was also exceptional. Thanks from all the family . Highly recommended

Review by Jake T left on 22 Apr 2025

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