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

Bassetlaw District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Bassetlaw 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 Bassetlaw District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. E Hurton and Son Ltd

1.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic funeral services at Co-op Funeralcare Retford” — Alice K.

“Really professional and caring all the way through everything. They helped every step of the way. On the day it was such a beautiful service.” — Jessica M.

Clive Hopkinson Funeral Service logo

3. Clive Hopkinson Funeral Service

6.7 miles away

4.8
(59 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble, pulling out all the stops to ensure ease and that wishes were honoured at a very difficult time. The staff were fantastic and guided the ceremony perfectly.” — sammy d.

“Kyle is a considerate and very understanding young man. Nothing was too much trouble for him. The overall experience was exceptional.” — Sharon W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

7.0 miles away

4.8
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The team did my mum proud from beginning to end. Nothing was too much trouble and the legal advice was invaluable, including stopping any junk mail.” — Diane B.

“The whole team at the Worksop Branch were compassionate and caring. Nothing was too much trouble and any query or request was dealt with with the utmost respect.” — Philip S.

W E Pinder and Son logo

5. W E Pinder and Son

7.9 miles away

5
(39 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They showed compassion and consideration at all times, advising on what needed to be done and when, which was much appreciated.” — Rh A.

“It was a perfect send off for my mum. Thank you again for making a difficult day so much easier for our family.” — Andrew N.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Ollerton logo

6. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Ollerton

8.6 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A W Lymn are in the immortal words of Tina Turner 'Simply The Best'. Their care and compassion is immeasurable.” — Mandy E.

“Professional efficient caring attention from 1st contact in middle of night to Sam showing me the cemetery position. Couldn't have had better care.” — Paula W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare

8.6 miles away

3.4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They looked after my mother with dignity and respect. They were attentive in getting the details right for us and subsequently we had a very beautiful service.” — beverley c.

“The team went over and above to make the day flow seamlessly after difficulties with the coroners office. Didn't actually know the funeral would take place until the eleventh hour, but the team worked hard to make sure everything went smoothly.” — MARTIN G.

Cliff Bradley and Sons Funeral Directors Ltd logo

8. Cliff Bradley and Sons Funeral Directors Ltd

9.3 miles away

4.8
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1495 Cremation from £995
Ben Vince Carlton Bradley Carlton Bradley Chris Featherstone

Meet Ben, Carlton, Carlton +13

“Samantha and the team made the process very easy and comfortable. I could not recommend them highly enough.” — Glenn B.

“Cliff Bradley...Wow what can I say? Absoluuuutely outstanding from start to finish. All of you have been so welcoming, professional, friendly and just amazing basically.” — Andy N.

Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services logo

9. Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services

9.4 miles away

4
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She couldn't have spoke anymore highly of the team and the service she received, especially Sian. Thanks for helping my grandma through such a difficult period.” — Ashley M.

“The team are highly empathetic, added a true touch of class, showed genuine humanity, and gave their support at every turn. We truly cannot thank them enough for making what is one of the hardest things anyone has to go through a bittersweet memory.” — David H.

Respect Funeral Services logo

10. Respect Funeral Services

9.7 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gordon, Alison and the team made a difficult life event so much more bearable. Me and my family are grateful to them for the care, personal touch and professionalism given from start to end of funeral planning and the subsequent funeral service for our late, beloved father.” — Sharon N.

“She met him personally to deliver his ashes at an arranged place — this was the second time my son had dealt with her as his dad passed away a few years ago and he couldn't recommend you highly enough. You provide an excellent service at a very reasonable price and made such a sad time run smoothly.” — Linda M.

Free tools

Work things out at your own pace

No pressure, no sales — just simple tools to help you understand costs and next steps.

Towns and cities in Bassetlaw District

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