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

Ashfield District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Ashfield 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 Ashfield District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Gillotts Funeral Directors logo

1. Gillotts Funeral Directors

1.4 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alison Strutt Anthony Topley Antony Topley Danni Allen

Meet Alison, Anthony, Antony +4

“Thank you Gillotts at Selston for organising a beautiful send off for my late husband. How AMAZING, COMPASSIONATE, CARING, SYMPATHETIC AND EMPATHETIC our chosen Celebrant was.” — Pat D.

“This wonderful lady took the time to get to know Michael through us and made the service so totally personal and a CELEBRATION of his life. If you want a perfectly personal tailored service for your loved one from someone who really cares then TRACEY MATTHEWS is the best.” — Pat D.

A Wass Funeral Directors Ltd logo

2. A Wass Funeral Directors Ltd

1.7 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Would just like to thank you and your staff for such a professional arrangement of my mum's funeral. James Greely was also very professional and we would definitely give out both of your names to anyone who asks.” — Carole K.

“The service conducted by Steve Blakeley was just perfect and exactly what we wanted. A big thank you to everyone involved in my mums funeral.” — Carol B.

3. G Gilbert Funeral Service

1.7 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gemma was lovely to deal with when I went to say my final goodbyes to my mamma. I couldn't fault anything — it was lovely and professional, brilliant service all round.” — rachel l.

“Will was a fantastic and integral asset to G Gilbert. He is a pure gem and rare to see a young man with such experience. A compassionate and passionate team.” — Martin M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.8 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have nothing but praise for the way my Mother's funeral arrangements were carried out. Nikki was amazing, nothing was too much trouble. This is a 5 star review without doubt.” — Ivan C.

“Excellent and caring. Helped take the stress out of the funeral arrangement. Everything went well on the day.” — Dave O.

Ken Gregory and Sons logo

5. Ken Gregory and Sons

1.8 miles away

4.9
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Ellie and Claire, I can't praise you both enough for your help at a difficult time. Lovely people, very kind and considerate.” — Wendy B.

“Izzy is a credit to your company. You gave our dad a great send off and everyone was very professional and dignified. Would highly recommend your services.” — Rosalind B.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Sutton in Ashfield logo
5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Karen was able to offer useful ideas and give me informed and useful information so I could do the best for my mum.” — lynne s.

“This company excel in customer services with empathy, kindness and professionalism. Sadly we have had to use AW Lymn twice in the last couple of years and I highly recommend this company.” — Bev B.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare

3.0 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very good helpful, thoughtful staff explained everything I needed to know. Thank you.” — John F.

“From the first visit to arrange my dads funeral to the day of the service they were fantastic. Very professional and caring, cannot fault in any way.” — Colin G.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

3.1 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“First class from start to finish. Kept us well informed and arranged everything with minimum fuss.” — Alan W.

“Sarah, who dealt with me, was professional, informative and exceptionally considerate in arranging for my father's funeral. I would highly recommend this particular branch.” — Neil S.

W Flint Funeral Service logo

9. W Flint Funeral Service

3.1 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Antonia Spina-Parker Claire Clarke Claire Clarke Elliot Davis

Meet Antonia, Antonia, Claire +10

“Could not have asked for a more caring and accommodating family than John Davis and his son, at such a distressing time.” — Sue J.

“Despite knowing my Dad and us for a long time outside of work, he conducted himself to the highest standard on the days leading up to - and including - the day itself.” — mama s.

A Wass Funeral Directors Ltd logo

10. A Wass Funeral Directors Ltd

3.3 miles away

5
(89 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Extra special thanks to Vicki, who was an absolute angel for arranging it all and making a sad day less painful.” — Lee B.

“You were kind and thoughtful in our darkest days, that means so much. I really want to give my thanks to exceptional people, who helped guide me through the loss of mum and going forwards, showed me the meaning of best care.” — Carol H.

Trafford Lowe Funeral Services logo

11. Trafford Lowe Funeral Services

3.7 miles away

5
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Barry Pritchard

Meet Barry

“Claire and Ray care for our loved ones like their own. You are welcomed with care, compassion and friendship. It's a safe, peaceful space and nothing is too much trouble for them.” — Kath P.

“From the moment we met Rosie she went through everything we needed to do with patience and compassion and then continued to have regular communication to make sure everything was being done as we wanted. Their commitment to make the funeral as stress free for us was such a thoughtful gesture.” — Helen

Ken Gregory logo

12. Ken Gregory

3.8 miles away

4.9
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A massive thank you to Zoe Hall at Ken Gregory's for their incredible help and support. Truly an outstanding company.” — Cameron H.

“They treated mum with dignity and respect. They were very professional, nothing was too much trouble for them — we really appreciated all the help they gave us as a family.” — Karen T.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google