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 Alison Strutt Anthony Topley Anthony Topley

Meet Alison, Alison, Anthony +9

“If you want a perfectly personal tailored service for your loved one from someone who really cares then TRACEY MATTHEWS is the best. Thankyou Gillotts and Tracey Matthews.” — Pat D.

“How AMAZING, COMPASSIONATE, CARING, SYMPATHETIC AND EMPATHETIC our chosen Celebrant TRACEY MATTHEWS was. This wonderful lady took the time to get to know Michael through us and made the service so totally totally personal and a CELEBRATION of his life.” — 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

“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.

“Very professional company that dealt with all the funeral arrangements in a sensitive way. Communication was excellent. The service conducted by Steve Blakeley was just perfect and exactly what we wanted.” — Carol B.

3. G Gilbert Funeral Service

1.7 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We had chosen them firstly for our Dad 10 years ago and for our mum who passed away last month. Nothing was too much trouble from start to finish — thank you for making a very difficult time a little bit easier.” — julie b.

“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.” — Martin M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.8 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent personal service in a difficult time. Thank you so much for the help and support you have shown.” — Mark S.

“I couldn't fault a single step in the process thanks to the professionalism and care of Nicki and Emma.” — Anne-Louise W.

Ken Gregory and Sons logo

5. Ken Gregory and Sons

1.8 miles away

4.9
(31 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble from first contact to the end of the funeral. All the arrangements were handled with dignity. They even delivered the funeral flowers to my home afterwards. Altogether a first class service.” — Ron B.

“From start to finish they showed empathy and treated us all with respect. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — Dawn M.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Sutton in Ashfield logo

6. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Sutton in Ashfield

2.9 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Karen Horton Karen Horton

Meet Karen, Karen

“This company excels in customer service with empathy, kindness and professionalism. Highly recommend to anyone.” — Bev B.

“The staff are diligent, sensitive and provided dignified care. Karen and the team helped give mum a lovely send off as she would've wanted.” — Abi

Co-op Funeralcare logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare

3.0 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“Such a sad time was handled very professionally and respectfully by all members of the co op funeral team. Forever grateful 💔” — Sarah S.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

3.1 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Superb service from day one. Compassionate and caring all the way through from every one of the staff.” — Karen Z.

“They have put me at ease and very thoroughly covered everything. We went to Co-op for my stepson's funeral, and now my dear wife.” — James S.

W Flint Funeral Service logo

9. W Flint Funeral Service

3.1 miles away

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

Meet Antonia, Antonia, Claire +12

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

“From the first meeting to the final goodbye, their compassion, professionalism and attention to detail is second to none. They make, what is a difficult time for the bereaved, a little easier and are so kind and thoughtful.” — Teresa H.

A Wass Funeral Directors Ltd logo

10. A Wass Funeral Directors Ltd

3.3 miles away

5
(102 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Vicki, you was magnanimous with us, and all the effort you put into helping us will never go unnoticed through this tough time. They made, what is a tough time in life, something that seems so much easier and they definitely ensured that little to no stress was left on your shoulders!” — gary c.

“To the lovely Kerry, so many friends and family said it was the nicest funeral they had ever attended. You even shed a tear with us - your words were just so heartwarming, making us all laugh and cry.” — Suzanne W.

Trafford Lowe Funeral Services logo

11. Trafford Lowe Funeral Services

3.7 miles away

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

Meet Barry, Barry, 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 continued to have regular communication. Doug couldn't have made us feel any more reassured. So to all the team, but especially Rosie and Doug, we thank you for making a really difficult time a little bit easier.” — Helen

Ken Gregory logo

12. Ken Gregory

3.8 miles away

4.9
(50 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble — explaining the process and offering solutions to suit our family needs including home visits. We were looked after with dignity and respect with our and my Dad's wishes at the forefront of everything.” — Belinda H.

“I felt at ease from the minute I entered and will forever remember her kindness and warmth throughout the journey. I could not recommend her and the business enough.” — Rebecca T.

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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