After a Death in Adur District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Adur District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Adur District area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.

What to do after a death

1

Register the death

This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.

2

Choose a funeral director

Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.

3

Arrange the funeral

Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.

4

Sort out the estate

You may need probate. Use our free checker to find out, or speak to a specialist for advice.

Need more detail? Our step-by-step guides cover everything from costs to what happens on the day.

Funeral directors near Adur District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

H G King Funeral Services logo

1. H G King Funeral Services

0.8 miles away

5
(79 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“For the second time in my life I have had to arrange a funeral and on both occasions Henry is the person I have turned to. He is kind and genuinely cares about his clients. I totally trust him.” — Lesley W.

“I know Mum would have been truly delighted with her final farewell. It was reassuring to hear friends tell us we were in 'Safe Hands' when telling them Henry would be providing his services.” — Angela R.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

0.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish we felt looked after. Nothing was too much trouble. Everyone was incredibly thoughtful and caring.” — Nicola C.

“As a family we were shown so much compassion. Nothing was too much trouble, they took us completely into their care.” — June B.

3. Dunford Funeral Service

1.2 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sharon the owner made a very awkward process not awkward at all, taking care of our father's funeral smoothly from start to finish.” — Holly C.

“Sharon went out of her way to make me feel comfortable with the arrangements and also with the returning of my husband's ashes.” — Shirley R.

The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Shoreham-by-Sea logo

4. The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Shoreham-by-Sea

1.4 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Most guests remarked on such a personal service. I felt they showed a lot of care and professionalism, and helped everything run very smoothly, with a beautiful service in a lovely woodland area.” — Tina B.

“They exceeded our expectations with outstanding service, always being kind and supportive during the most difficult time of our lives. No pressure or time restrictions and everything was perfect for the day — we had a Harley hearse as my late husband was a biker. Everything was done with the utmost care.” — Saroj P.

Dillistones Funeral Services logo

5. Dillistones Funeral Services

3.2 miles away

4.9
(49 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It was our Father's decision to use Dillistones and his wishes were carried out to the letter. All the staff were wonderfully respectful, considerate and friendly. Kelly, Katie, Michael and Kai are the people that saw to our needs through the process and on the day.” — Elizabeth M.

“From when we first walked into their premises until the last hymn was sung and the final song played, everything was done with dignity and respect. A perfect farewell to a perfect man. 10 out of 10.” — Malcolm R.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Findon logo

6. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Findon

4.0 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Susanne helped to ease the process of arranging my husband's funeral.” — Kerry B.

“A big thanks to Corinne for everything she did on the day itself.” — Julie M.

Baker and Sons logo

7. Baker and Sons

4.2 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A sad day, but certainly not a stressful one. We really couldn't have asked for a better send off for my dad.” — Cliff S.

“From the first contact through to the funeral service, every member of staff were friendly, professional and caring making the whole unexpected occasion run smoothly.” — Natasha D.

The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Goring-by-Sea logo

8. The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Goring-by-Sea

4.4 miles away

1
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

Situated in the bustling Goring Road area. A short walk from Goring seafront, the branch enjoys being at the heart of the local community.

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9. W Cornford and Son

5.1 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jennie helped and guided me to giving my father a wonderful send off. The whole team went above and beyond to make sure we had everything to make the day go well.” — Jules W.

“Nicky Gray went above and beyond to provide an absolute professional but also friendly service. She explained everything to me. Lovely company to deal with during a difficult time.” — Deby M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

5.2 miles away

4.6
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring and compassionate when dealing with my father's direct cremation. The lady I dealt with mainly adjusted how she handled her interactions with me... I was kept updated on certain steps as I requested either via email or phone.” — Billy-joe W.

“Every aspect of my uncle's funeral was handled with real care and sensitivity. The day itself was just as my uncle would have wanted.” — Kevin L.

11. Dillistone of Goring

5.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Dillistones delivered an outstanding service to us as a family, making what is always an emotional and distressing time easier to handle.” — Mark P.

“Empathy and enthusiasm — hard to get through when someone close to you passes away, however Dillistone funeral directors helped me make the whole process smooth. Everything happened as agreed, no hidden extra cost. Special thanks to Katie, thank you all for your sympathy and professionalism.” — Gyula Z.

The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Hove logo

12. The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Hove

5.8 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Not an experience you want to think about...however, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Caring Lady. Really helpful, accommodating, professional.” — Mike S.

“The staff are caring, thoughtful, respectful and very professional. I cannot recommend them enough.” — Jane C.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google