Birmingham District
If someone has died in the Birmingham District area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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0.3 miles away
“Special thanks to our driver Izzy who didn't mind us eating our Patties in the car. Was soo attentive to our needs.” — Susie G.
“Wanted to say a special thank you to Martin and Simon for going above and beyond when my family laid my nan to rest on Friday.” — Chantelle S.
1.7 miles away
“We were guided along the whole process — from the ghusul to the burial. They were very informative about the burial process, medical examiners and coroners. Highly recommended.” — Irfan R.
“Everyone at Al-Akhirah was very swift with the whole process which made things a lot easier for our family during our bereavement. Very professional and an outstanding service.” — Anisha
2.4 miles away
“Dawn was lovely arranging everything and Marie directed the service wonderfully. Great empathic service from everyone.” — Paul G.
“From the first call till the day of the funeral you couldn't meet a nicer group of people” — Natasha D.
2.4 miles away
“I honestly can't thank Linda Bryant enough for making everything as bearable as it could be. Our son was in the best hands. We can't thank you enough. Thank you for everything from the bottom of our hearts.” — Michelle L.
Read 3 reviews2.8 miles away
“Fantastic service” — Geof S.
“Absolutely fantastic service from start to finish. They arranged my sisters funeral so perfectly.” — Little H.
Co-operative Funeralcare incorporating N Wheatley and Sons, serving Birmingham and Moseley with compassionate funeral care.
2.9 miles away
“Great communication made the whole process easier to deal with at a time when processing information can be difficult. Polite and friendly and empathetic at all times and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you everyone for making my Aunt's day a good one.” — Paul B.
“A sad, stressful time made easier by lovely people. Great service from everyone I had contact with, which ensured nothing was left to chance. On the actual day of the funeral, it went seamlessly.” — Sally (.
3.0 miles away
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“They genuinely made us feel like we were important and that the care of dad was their top priority. Every single time I spoke to them they asked how we were and how mom was doing. I just can't fault them.” — Karen S.
“Donna, James, Emma, and Peter showed empathy, kindness, and respect throughout. They helped us navigate the process with dignity and compassion. Thank you for honouring my father-in-law's memory with such care and devotion.” — Ron
3.1 miles away
“Sue listened to our requirements, no matter how big or small, and always made time to speak to us when we called. This helped to ease our mind and allowed us to grieve without having to worry that something might go wrong.” — Bella S.
“Nothing was too much trouble for them and made our family very proud in delivering my mother's final resting service a day to remember for all involved. W H Scott was absolutely amazing with their sympathetic support, planning and attention to detail right from the beginning to the very end.” — Andrew J.
3.1 miles away
“You will not regret your choice if you choose Stephanie and her lovely staff.” — Luke's D.
“If you want a personal touch, then SJM are the right funeral directors for your loved one who will be treated with dignity and great care.” — Lisa B.
3.2 miles away
“My Dad had a great send off. They were able to be flexible in any changes. Everything was great from flowers, streaming service, gallery and even time to make speeches. My Dad got the best and the extended family were very happy with the tribute.” — D S.
“They gave us such a lovely respectable service. Our mum was well looked after. Their team on the day carried themselves with grace and dignity. God bless them, not many funeral companies provide that.” — Previnder S.
Free tools
No pressure, no sales — just simple tools to help you understand costs and next steps.
Get a free, independent estimate based on UK averages. Choose your funeral type, add extras, and see a clear breakdown.
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