Littleproud & Son, Dereham

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Independent family run funeral director in Dereham, Norfolk providing families with a personal and caring funeral service for almost 80 years.

Latest Verified Reviews

Melvin Copping 8th Sep 2025

From the first meeting we had with Julie to all the communications up to and after our mums cremation I have nothing but praise for the way everything was conducted. we were always felt at ease and nothing seemed to be a problem when we needed support, a first class service which I would highly recommend.

Kenneth Powles 5th Aug 2025

Our family have used Littleprouds funeral directors for many years and we have found them to be totally professional and offer a realy personal compationate touch , service arrangements are fantastic and will not disappoint.

Martin Lyon 30th Jul 2025

Excellent service and understanding at such a sad time for us.

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

Cobbs Corner
South Green
Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 1PU

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

About Us

W.C. Littleproud & Son are independent and family run funeral directors in Dereham, Norfolk. Established in the 1930’s by the late William Charles Littleproud, the business is now run by Paul Littleproud, the 3rd generation of the family. Paul employs an experienced and dedicated team to ensure that your loved-one’s funeral will be held in a dignified and efficient manner, no matter what your wishes may be.

Littleproud and Sons, Dereham, has built up a reputation for the quality and dignity with which they carry out their funeral service. Paul and his team of professional staff are happy to organise a range of services from a basic simple funeral to a Victorian service with horse drawn hearse, a ‘green burial’ in a woodland cemetery or a non-religious service.


The funeral home in the quiet village of Dereham is just six miles from Bradenham, Watton and Swaffham. There is a peaceful chapel of rest where you can spend time with, and say goodbye to your loved one, and there is a mortuary on site.

Littleproud and Sons pride themselves on providing a personal and caring approach and ensure there is always a member of staff available to give advice. Their offices are open from 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday with 24/7 phone support.

Please call W.C. Littleproud & Son in Dereham today to find out more about the services they provide, and to begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Melvin Copping 8th Sep 2025

    From the first meeting we had with Julie to all the communications up to and after our mums cremation I have nothing but praise for the way everything was conducted. we were always felt at ease and nothing seemed to be a problem when we needed support, a first class service which I would highly recommend.

  • 5 Kenneth Powles 5th Aug 2025

    Our family have used Littleprouds funeral directors for many years and we have found them to be totally professional and offer a realy personal compationate touch , service arrangements are fantastic and will not disappoint.

  • 5 Martin Lyon 30th Jul 2025

    Excellent service and understanding at such a sad time for us.

  • 5 Brian Gaskins 26th Jul 2025

    Very helpfully and our instructions were carried out as requested

  • 5 Stacey Green 25th Jul 2025

    I highly recommend littleproud and son. I was looked after throughout the whole process, at the most saddest time, but made more bearable by the professionalism and care shown by all at Littleproud.
    Thank you 

  • 5 Mark Crowley 24th Jul 2025

    We can truly say that Littleproud & Son were fantastic.

    Their attention to detail, the compassion and understanding on everything was superb and we can only go to say this isn't the first time we have used them and will continue to use them for any other passings of loved ones moving forward.

    A heartfelt thank you for everything you have done for ourselves and the family.

    Regards

    Mark & Karen

  • 5 Valerie Barrett 23rd Jul 2025

    All very good excellent service

  • 5 Helen Cockburn 23rd Jul 2025

    Always so genuine and sensitive. A family business that always demonstrates integrity.

  • 5 Linda Cason 23rd Jul 2025

    Littleproud funeral directors were very professional . I couldn’t fault them at all . Would highly recommend them

  • 5 Tim Page 23rd Jul 2025

    A very professional and thoughtful team from start to finish.
    I would highly recommend them to anyone.

  • 5 Paul Miller 23rd Jul 2025

    Excellent service, so kind and considerate. Made the whole process straight forward and were very respectful and supportive. Thank you . 

  • 5 Edward Bales 23rd Jul 2025

    Excellent service ,  vey compassionate and attention to every detail.
    Thank you Paul and all your team.

  • 5 Tanya Wallington 22nd Jul 2025

    I highly recommend Littleproud and Son. They provided a fantastic service for my aunts funeral. They were very compassionate and caring and I really felt that the service was very personal. Their prices were very reasonable and they communicated well throughout the whole process. A fantastic funeral directors.

  • 5 Gwen Hopcroft 22nd Jul 2025

    Such an amazing team of supportive and empathetic people. 

    We recommend Littleprouds in Dereham and thank them all massively, especially Emily who was there when we needed extra support on several occasions. 


  • 5 Vanessa Kent 22nd Jul 2025

    A family company that provided a very personal service. Everything is seen to at what is a very emotional time. Their service is second to none and we would definitely recommend them.

  • 5 Edward Jordan 22nd Jul 2025

    Very satisfied with every aspect of their service.

  • 5 Diane Cooper 22nd Jul 2025

    An exemplary funeral director who are so professional and respectful but also provide the personal touch of kindness, understanding and patience that make them stand out as the absolute best. I couldn’t recommend them more highly . 

  • 5 Paul Lomax 22nd Jul 2025

    From when I first contacted Littleproud & Son they were so caring and thoughtful. This carried on throughout the process. This helped me as I felt my wife was in the hands of caring professionals.

  • 5 Terry Bowden 22nd Jul 2025

    Everything done too my wife's wishes, and I thank them for there there professional manner.
    Terry Bowden.

  • 5 Colin Sanders 22nd Jul 2025

    Thank you for the service you delivered, the respect you gave, and how you supported my mother throughout this hugely difficult time, it was hugely emotional for us all and you were there, again thank you. 

  • 5 Patrick Headdon 22nd Jul 2025

    Very professional and excellent customer service thank you.

  • 5 Karen Bridge 22nd Jul 2025

    Very happy with the service we received from Littleproud & Son. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend

  • 5 Stacy Bassett-Collins 22nd Jul 2025

    I can’t praise Littleproud enough, they are professional and show great respect and kindness at a very difficult time.

  • 5 Dorian Sibley 22nd Jul 2025

    From start to finish, Littleprouds are excellent. 
    I can’t recommend highly enough.

  • 5 Kirsti Crofts 22nd Jul 2025

    Absolutely wonderful. Paul and the team did my Mother proud!! Nicole the celebrant was top notch, can't recommend enough - they even indulged most of my alternative notions. Thank you most sincerely guys

Address
Cobbs Corner
South Green
Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 1PU

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Melvin Copping 8th Sep 2025

From the first meeting we had with Julie to all the communications up to and after our mums cremation I have nothing but praise for the way everything was conducted. we were always felt at ease and nothing seemed to be a problem when we needed support, a first class service which I would highly recommend.

Kenneth Powles 5th Aug 2025

Our family have used Littleprouds funeral directors for many years and we have found them to be totally professional and offer a realy personal compationate touch , service arrangements are fantastic and will not disappoint.

Martin Lyon 30th Jul 2025

Excellent service and understanding at such a sad time for us.

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