Previously S & R Childs Funeral Directors, we have now joined with other funeral homes in Oxfordshire to create Oliver & James Funeral Directors.
You can find our Botley funeral home near to the Post Office on Elms Parade, opposite the Seacourt Bridge pub and adjacent to West Way (B4044). Our location means we are also able to serve families from neighbouring Oxford communities, such as those in Binsey, Dean Court, and North Hinksey.
Whether you are looking for a contemporary send off or a traditional funeral, you can visit our funeral home in Botley to begin funeral arranging. Alternatively, we are also just a call away, either way we will be here for you.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01865245464 today.
Meet our team
At Oliver & James Funeral Directors, we serve local families with the greatest care, from our funeral home on Elms Parade in Botley.
With our experience of providing excellent standards of funeral care to the families of Oxfordshire, you can expect compassion and professionalism at every stage of the funeral planning journey with us. We are here to provide our support during this difficult time and take care of the arrangements for your loved one’s funeral. Nicky and our team can tailor the service to suit your funeral wishes, however you wish to say goodbye.
With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,439
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,834
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,439
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,834
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
Arrangements were handled well in the Botley office and communication was clear and concise.
Response from Oliver & James
We pride ourselves in maintaining the highest quality of care for our families. I am happy that we provided a professional service to you.
Mrs Jennifer W.
July 15, 2022
From my first visit I felt that I had the support and professional experience which I needed. I was given the information that I needed to make decisions, and at no point did I feel I was being rushed to make those decisions.
Steph made sure I knew exactly what would happen on the day of the funeral, which gave me confidence that I could cope with the occasion. All went to plan, and I was happy that my husband had been put to rest with the dignity which he deserved.
The administrative side of things went very smoothly thanks to Nicky.
A very difficult time was made easier by both these people.
Response from Oliver & James
We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. Your comments will help us to ensure we are providing the right level of care to our families. It is always good to hear that individual members of our team have provided a service to you to the best of their ability. Our whole team are here to give you the utmost compassion and support to each and every client and I am glad they did this for you.
Mr Richard G.
July 19, 2021
The whole family which is multi cultural all agreed that the customer service was superb. The response was immediate, professional whilst being very kind and sympathetic. All our questions were answered and all our requirements fulfilled.
Most definitely recommended 👍
Response from Oliver & James
Your kind words mean a great deal to the team who always work very hard to deliver great care.
Mrs Alexandra B.
September 27, 2019
The staff were kind and helpful. The funeral director took care to find the precise music that we wanted and the funeral went very smoothly, with several people commenting that it was a beautiful service.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for the comments left as part of your online review. I am pleased to hear the team looked after you and the family well and that our staff went above and beyond to deliver the service you expected.
Miss Divya S.
August 5, 2019
S&R Childs were just the most helpful and compassionate team I have ever had the pleasure to work with. At such a heartbreaking time in my life, they gave us the time we needed to make decisions, say goodbye and create the funeral we wished for. During the whole process, there was no pressure put upon us at all and when we made a request for a specific date, they accommodated us despite the extra work it took for them. I can say on behalf of the whole family that I cannot thank the whole team from the bottom of our hearts. From the point of picking my dad up from our home, giving us time and support to bathe and dress him to the actual cremation, we felt like no-one could have done even slightly a better job nor can we think of anything that could have been done better. Thank you ever so much for making the most awful time in our life a little better because of your kind, compassionate and supportive service.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for an exceptional review. I am happy that we were able to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of a difficult situation and make things easier for you and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
Mrs Helen B.
May 1, 2019
Thank you to all at the Botley branch for their help in organising my Aunt's funeral.
Both of the team were very kind and professional.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for taking the time to complete the online review. I am glad we were able to provide you with the support and guidance needed and that the arrangements for your Aunt were carried out to your satisfaction.
Mrs Jane G.
April 1, 2019
We couldn’t have asked for a better service from Stan. He was so helpful and made the whole experience so easy. He is a real credit to the company.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
Miss Victoria H.
March 13, 2019
Stan took all the worries away by providing a sensitive and professional service helping us through a difficult time. I could not have wished for more at such a difficult time.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time and that we were able to help ease any worries that you may have had.
Mr John W.
January 21, 2019
Excellent professional & friendly service. Would certainly recommend them.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
Mr John A.
July 19, 2018
My aunt's funeral was handled both sensitively and efficiently. I was very happy with the service provided by S & R Childs.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for taking the time to return your online review. I am pleased that the arrangements for your aunt were carried out to your satisfaction and that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this difficult time. Dignity Client Care Team.
Response from Oliver & James
We pride ourselves in maintaining the highest quality of care for our families. I am happy that we provided a professional service to you.