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  1. G. Gilbert Funeral Service

    Jess Shaw,
    Wonderful, professional service from the start! Will & Gemma & the team are great & make everything so easy at one of the worse possible times. Cannot recommend them highly enough, we are very grateful!! 
  2. Co-op Funeralcare, Hounslow

    Pauline McMahon,
    Very professional service was provided with a dignified service for my mother. And will also add they did also did my father’s funeral to which was very professional service and hence why we went back to them for my mothers funeral 
  3. Sidley Funeralcare (inc. inc. Mummery Funeral Directors)

    Michael Davey,
    Very helpful and kind ,thank you so much
  4. Co-op Funeralcare, Romford North Street

    Georgina Kent,
    Everyone at North Street branch was kind, considerate and extremely helpful. I was made to feel looked after and they took my dithering about choices in their stride. Everything was explained to me and the organisation of the funeral before and after went without a hitch. I would recommend their services highly.
  5. John Weir Funeral Directors Gillingham

    Nicola Everett,
    The team at Jon Weir have been so incredibly thoughtful and caring. We can’t thank them enough. 
  6. Odette Funeral Director

    Roy Andrews,
    Very personal service from a family run business who I all call by their first names.
  7. Andrew Bingham Independent Funeral Service

    Ann Cooke,
    From the beginning to the end the service was impeccable. I felt a great weight taken off my shoulders knowing that everything from the church service, the service sheets, the flowers, catering and cars to and from the service were taken care of. Thank you all for your professionalism and care. Ann Cooke
  8. John Weir Funeral Directors Rainham

    Susan Jean Hocking,
    Could not fault John Weir on anything excellent service very compassionate and well looked after by Sharon. Thank you
  9. Waters & Sons Independent Funeral Directors Ltd, Sholing

    Jacqueline Hoskins,
    From day 1 Jason was very compassionate and caring to our family's needs.
  10. Stuart Foster Funeral Services

    Harry Foster,
    We are struggling to find the right words to describe how thankful we are that Stuart looked after our baby girl when she died unexpectedly, aged 15 months. From the first minute we met Stuart, we knew our daughter was in safe hands; he was a shining light for us and kept us going in the most difficult time of our lives. Stuart really went above and beyond; he met with us regularly, made himself available to speak to 24 hours a day and continually reassured us before, during and after our daughter’s funeral. He gave helpful advice but ensured that every decision was ours. He had such a professional and caring manner but throughout the whole process, it was Stuart’s kindness which shone through and in the most heartbreaking of times, we now feel we have gained a lifelong friend in Stuart. We refuse to believe there is a better funeral director on this planet and we will forever be grateful for Stuart looking after us, our family and our baby girl. Thank you. Harry and Rebecca
  11. Littleproud & Son, Dereham

    Kelvin Palmer,
    Very efficient and compassionate service from start to finish.
  12. Littleproud & Son, Dereham

    Freda Thompson,
    Trusted team who offer the very best in funeral care. Family funeral directors who look after your family. We could not have asked for better care and attention to detail is paramount.
  13. Littleproud & Son, Dereham

    Marion Girling,
    Excellent service at time of need
  14. Thornalley Funeral Services, King's Lynn

    Jacqueline Maxey,
    The kindness and compassion given to my self and my family during this difficult time was truly appreciated and very comforting.  I speak for myself and my family when we say thank you for helping us through an extremely sad time. 
  15. Redcar Funeralcare

    Lorraine Jones,
    Everything went perfectly. We could not have asked for any better service - it was perfect Thank you very much for everything 
  16. Cromer & District Funeral Services

    Mandy R,
    Absolutely amazing people thank you so much 

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From arranging a funeral to coping with bereavement.

  1. When someone dies

    Step-by-step information on what to do when someone dies.

  2. Arranging a funeral

    Information on what to consider when arranging a funeral.

  3. Bereavement support

    Practical help and advice on coping with the death of a loved one.

  4. Managing your estate

    What to do when dealing with the estate of someone who has dies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do when someone dies?

When someone dies you need to get a Medical Certificate of Cause of Death from a doctor, register their death and choose a funeral director to arrange their funeral. The Registration Office will give you a Death Certificate and Certificate for Burial or Cremation (GR021 in Northern Ireland).

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How do you arrange a funeral?

You can arrange a funeral by choosing a funeral director who will help you organise all of the details. They can help you decide whether to have a cremation or burial and what type of service to choose, as well as additional options, such as music and flowers. You can find out what happens at a funeral and compare funeral directors on Funeral Guide.

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How do I choose a funeral director?

You can compare funeral directors in your local area on Funeral Guide. Funeral Guide features over 80,000 independent reviews of funeral directors, as well as comprehensive pricing of funeral director services. You can search by town, city or postcode to find the best funeral director for you.

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What are disbursements?

Disbursements are additional costs for a funeral service that are paid to third-parties, such as florists, celebrants and burial fees. The funeral director will usually charge you for them and then pay the suppliers themselves.

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How much does a funeral cost?

The average funeral in the UK costs £4,184 for a basic service. Cremations are cheaper than burials, with the average cremation costing £3,885 whereas a burial will cost £5,033 on average.

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How can I get help with funeral costs?

If the cost of a funeral is not covered by a prepaid funeral plan, or the estate of the person who has died, you may be able to get financial help from the government’s Bereavement Support Payment or from War Disablement Pensions, charitable funds or budgeting loans.

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How do I handle the estate of my loved one?

Managing the estate of a loved one who has died can be very daunting. The first step is to grant probate to the executor of the will. They will be responsible for the paying of taxes and the distribution of the estate among the entitled beneficiaries of the will.

Read more: How to handle an estate after a death

Where can I find bereavement support?

If you are mourning for a loved one who has died, grief counselling can be a very helpful process for adjusting to life after your loss. There are many bereavement support charities in the UK that provide counselling, group therapy, social events and other advice and resources whenever you need it, even if it’s months or years after the death of your loved one.

Read more: Bereavement support and grief counselling organisations

What kind of flowers should I give at a funeral?

Sympathy flowers are the most common gift for people who are grieving the death of a loved one, but knowing which type to send can be difficult. Condolence bouquets and funeral wreaths are often handled by funeral directors and they can usually advise on what is most appropriate. Florists can also provide very helpful advice.

Read more: Guide to sympathy flowers

How do I write and deliver a Eulogy?

A eulogy, or funeral speech, is an opportunity to pay tribute to someone who has died, by giving a short speech about their life and what they meant to you. It’s regarded as an honour to be asked to give a eulogy for a loved one or friend, and is a sign that you played an important part in that person’s life.

Read more: How to write a eulogy

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Funeral Guide services include a wide range of hymns, poems and songs for funerals that are available in our Help and Advice section. You can download the words and lyrics as a PDF to use during a funeral service, or just use our resources for inspiration if you are planning or arranging a funeral.