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

Blaby District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Blaby 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 Blaby District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors logo

1. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

0.9 miles away

4.7
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From informing them of dads passing, right the way through to being dropped off at our venue after the funeral, the service we received was impeccable. They made sure we were fully informed and understood everything that was going to happen.” — Helen M.

“Thank you Sally, for your caring approach and your sensitive manner when discussing difficult topics. Our lovely Celebrant Linda delivered the service with emotion and humour and captured my mother in law's spirit perfectly.” — Joanne K.

Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd logo

2. Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd

1.0 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Richard Ward Richard Ward

Meet Richard, Richard

“Words cannot express how happy I was with the service and the way they looked after my brother. Thank you to all the staff — you are amazing people.” — MJ P.

“Special thanks to Richard, Helen and Naomi for ensuring the smallest details were perfect. A mention too for the bearers who were very dignified — my dad would have been so proud.” — Patricia L.

The co-operative funeralcare logo

3. The co-operative funeralcare

2.3 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All the employees, both prior to the funeral and on the day itself, were incredibly kind, thoughtful, respectful and personable. A difficult time was made better through the choices made by Blaby Co Op.” — Becki S.

“Very caring, very kind and very patient with us during this difficult time. They updated us throughout everything and helped with difficult decisions.” — Amy R.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

4. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

The Co-operative Funeralcare in Broughton Astley offers compassionate, professional funeral services to families in Leicester and Leicestershire.

A J Adkinson and Son, Wigston logo

5. A J Adkinson and Son, Wigston

3.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1845 Cremation from £1321

“Thank you for making a difficult event that little bit easier. The entire Team treated us in a caring and considerate manner from collecting my husband from home, to the wonderful support given throughout his funeral.” — Anne B.

“R C Weston and Son offered us so much compassion and understanding in a time of deep emotion. Our beloved one was treated with complete respect and dignity and allowed to rest in a beautiful, peaceful and clean space.” — James G.

Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors logo

6. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

3.6 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first meeting with darling Sarah till being taken to the wake, they were absolutely brilliant and faultless. They even took us from Gilrose Cemetery to Saffron Hill Cemetery to lay the flowers — there is nothing they can do to improve their service.” — robert c.

“Nikki at Saffron Lane was brilliant, she made us feel at ease from the start and nothing was too much trouble for her. A lot of the stress was taken off our shoulders and everything went very smooth from the first contact through to being dropped off at the Wake.” — Malcolm P.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

7. The Co-operative Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sue who came to us was brilliant listening and capturing what we said about her — did a fantastic job. Every body said how good the order of service was.” — Jack H.

“Everything was done respectfully and with the utmost kindness.” — Joanna B.

Heart of England Co-op Funerals logo

8. Heart of England Co-op Funerals

4.2 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2485 Cremation from £1790

“The service was just what we asked for and brought smiles on all our faces at a sad time. Highly recommended.” — Zelda S.

“Thank you to Sonya, Jane and everyone for arranging a perfect send off. Made a very sad day so much easier.” — Dorland B.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

9. The Co-operative Funeralcare

4.3 miles away

3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Looked after my sister very well” — Sylvia H.

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Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd logo

10. Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd

4.4 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Richard Ward Richard Ward

Meet Richard, Richard

“Extremely helpful and caring staff. Everything carried out professionally as per our family's wishes.” — Delia C.

“They are extremely caring and supported myself and my brother massively when losing your mum at a young age we didn't know what to do — they pulled out all the stops. Continue your love and compassion you show — you truly are amazing people for what you do.” — Carrie-Anne C.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

11. The Co-operative Funeralcare

4.6 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Exactly what we wanted for my grandad's funeral. Good value, very nice and respectful staff, professional service. Highly recommended.” — JOHN M.

“Ashley and his team were fantastic. Really lovely people providing a fantastic service. They're the gold standard when it comes to funeral care in my view.” — David L.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

12. The Co-operative Funeralcare

4.8 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everyone was well presented and they showed the dignity and respect we all wanted. Their offices in Wigston were not stuffy but modern and welcoming.” — Alan R.

“You were not pushed into anything you didn't want to do. Everything was ran by us and the funeral home called just about every day with updates and information on the funeral and the cremation.” — Alan R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Debbie was so welcoming, kind and accomodating on my first visit after my husband died. My mum came with me, and we talked though options and drank tea. I couldn't have asked for …

    Sam Hobbs via Google
    5

    Generally couldn't thank abbotsfield anymore for their service. Very professional. Highly recommend even 10 years on. Jacqui, what a great asset you are to their team. Thank you f…

    Sarah Weaver via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Tracey, and Lyms enough. The level of care and support was amazing, the service was perfect. I would give 10 stars if I could. Kirby and her team were flawless. Mar…

    Amanda Walker via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The team at co-op funeralcare Andrew Holmes have been amazing from the moment I walked in the door. My father had pre-paid for his funeral and I can't tell you enough how amazing …

    Claire Wiseman via Google
    5

    My eternal gratitude to Southern Co-Op Funeralcare on the Isle of Wight for their compassion, support, understanding and exemplary professionalism throughout the planning and cond…

    Ian Hollingsworth via Google
    5

    I have no hesitation at all in recommending J.J. Burgess & Sons. Their kindess, empathy and understanding helped me to cope when my Mum passed away. Everyone was amazing from st…

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    E via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Excellent service from beginning to end. Efficient, compassionate, helpful, understanding and professional staff, Vic was dedicated to providing a funeral service exactly as wishe…

    julie draper via Google
    5

    Thank you to Greg & Anthony for your excellent & completely professional service with dealing our dear Mum. The whole experience for us was smooth and straightforward and we would…

    steve malley via Google
    5

    John arranged my Dads funeral, he was compassionate and caring thought out the whole of the planning and ceremony

    Samantha Egan via Google
    5

    On behalf of all the family I would like to thank Aaron Black Funeral Directors for the way they supported us in planning for Mum’s funeral. A special mention must go to Donna wh…

    Rob via Google