Compassionate funeral care in Melrose and across the Borders
Compassionate funeral care in Melrose and across the Borders
How can we help you today?
When you are dealing with loss or planning ahead, it can be difficult to know where to start. These pages will guide you through the next steps.
Immediate assistance
Call us 24/7: 01896 822632
Immediate guidance on what to do when someone dies.
Arrange a funeral
Step-by-step guidance on arranging a funeral in the Scottish Borders.
Plan ahead
Record your wishes or explore pre-paid funeral plans to make things easier for your family.
Support when it matters most
Losing someone you love can feel overwhelming. We guide you through every step with practical help and reassurance.
- Bringing your loved one into our care
- Planning a meaningful funeral service
- Professional support for your family
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Funeral costs you can trust
Transparent funeral costs for cremation and burial services across the Scottish Borders, including professional fees and Borders Crematorium charges. Plan ahead with confidence.
A trusted family-run funeral director serving Melrose & the Scottish Borders
Situated in the heart of Melrose, Thomas Brown & Sons has served families across the Scottish Borders for more than 175 years.
As a family-run funeral director, we understand dignity, trust, and personal care. Every funeral reflects the wishes of the family and the life of the person being remembered.
Our experienced team provides:
- Personal, compassionate guidance
- Clear information about funeral arrangements and costs
- Support for religious and non-religious services
- Professional memorial masonry services
Planning ahead
Planning ahead can reduce stress for your family and ensure your wishes are respected.
We can help you:
- Record your funeral wishes for free
- Explore pre-paid funeral plans with peace of mind
Memorials & headstones
A memorial provides a lasting tribute to someone special. Our skilled memorial masons offer:
- New headstones and memorials
- Additional inscriptions
- Memorial repairs and refurbishment
- Re-fixing fallen or unsafe memorials
All work is carried out in accordance with recognised industry standards.
Visit our funeral home
Calm, private space in East Port, Melrose. We support families across the Scottish Borders, Edinburgh and the UK.
Learn more about our facilities.
How we help families
Every family we support has different wishes, circumstances, and priorities. We listen carefully and guide clearly to ensure each funeral honours the life it celebrates.
Latest news
Thank you for your feedback on our new website
We would like to thank everyone who has shared their kind feedback on our new website since launch. We’re delighted to hear it is easy to navigate and informative.
A more comfortable space for families
Our funeral home refurbishment has created a calmer, more comfortable space for families, with softer lighting, improved seating and private arrangement rooms designed to offer greater comfort and support.
Proud to sponsor Melrose Bowling Club
We’re proud to sponsor Melrose Bowling Club as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local community organisations across the Borders and the important role they play in bringing people together.
Here whenever you need us
If you need immediate support after a death, our team is available 24/7 to provide guidance and reassurance.