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. A. W. Lymn Retford

0.9 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Graham Hall provided us with an exceptional service following the passing of my dad providing everything we wished for. Would highly recommend him.” — Sharon P.

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2. E Hurton and Son Ltd

1.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

3. Co-op Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

4.7
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“They have been so understanding and have dealt with all that we have needed.” — John C.

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4. Clive Hopkinson Funeral Service

6.7 miles away

4.8
(74 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble for Rachel. She showered our family with compassion and care. She was always there to help us throughout and sorted all funeral arrangements with the utmost respect and professionalism.” — Gaynor W.

“Mark guided myself and family every step of the way with respect, removing any uncertainty on what is an emotional day for any family. I cannot express my thanks enough for the care and attention Mark and the team showed throughout the morning of my late wife's funeral service and burial.” — Forza M.

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5. Co-op Funeralcare

7.0 miles away

4.9
(22 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.

“We had James Greely as our celebrant and he listened to our stories of mum and delivered such a beautiful eulogy. Thank you for such a beautiful tribute to our wonderful mum.” — Alison N.

6. A. W. Lymn Tuxford

7.3 miles away

5
(67 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Professional, respectful, dignified, friendly service from the first phone call to the handshake at the end of the funeral. No hesitation in recommending Graham and team” — Diane G.

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7. W E Pinder and Son

7.9 miles away

5
(40 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you seems very inadequate. Every little detail was appreciated and sincere. We all thank you sincerely for making my beautiful Sister's last journey so perfect.” — Glenise S.

“We have since been back to lay mum to rest and John and The Bishop were there to meet us and to say kind words for my mum. I have never lost anyone who I had loved so much and John and his team guided me all the way.” — Gale H.

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

8.6 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Sam Turnbull Sam Turnbull

Meet Sam, Sam

“Professional, efficient, caring attention from the first contact in the middle of the night. Couldn't have had better care.” — Paula W.

“Sam from Ollerton is such a credit to the company - my brother had the best send off. Very friendly and very helpful. Really looked after us as a family.” — Emma

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9. Co-op Funeralcare

8.6 miles away

3.7
(6 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.

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10. Cliff Bradley and Sons Funeral Directors Ltd

9.3 miles away

4.9
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1495 Cremation from £995
Ben Vince Carlton Bradley Carlton Bradley Chris Featherstone

Meet Ben, Carlton, Carlton +13

“They was amazing from the day they picked her up from the hospital until the day of the funeral. They are a friendly business and thank you for what you did on the day.” — Jason G.

“From start to finish the way they handled all of my needs for my husband's funeral was excellent. What wonderful people they are, very sympathetic, caring and so professional. You made a very hard time for myself and my family much easier.” — Shaz E.

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11. 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.

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12. Respect Funeral Services

9.7 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She met him personally to deliver his ashes at an arranged place. Please pass on my thanks to Alison and all staff involved — you provide an excellent service at a very reasonable price. Thank you so much for making such a sad time run smoothly.” — Linda M.

“My sister and I are two young girls who lost their dad with no idea of how to arrange a funeral and Gordon and Alison made the whole thing so easy for us. They really give a more personal service and don't make you feel like they are just taking your money.” — stephanie s.

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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
    in the last week
    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