After a Death in Blackpool | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Blackpool

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Blackpool 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 Blackpool

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

0.5 miles away

4.9
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The team at Co-op Funeralcare have shown incredible kindness and generosity to Glenroyd Care Home over the years. Their ongoing support throughout the year makes a real difference, and we are truly grateful for all they do.” — Glenroyd

“Wonderful caring service from start to finish. So glad I chose the Coop funeral director on Whitegate Drive Blackpool, so grateful for the compassionate care we received.” — Denise

2. Layton Funerals

0.7 miles away

4.7
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“His understanding and flexibility to provide a service that our dad wanted is greatly appreciated. From the initial phone call after our dad died and throughout the whole process he was kind and considerate and dealt with everything so well.” — Nicole K.

“To the embalmer - you have no idea how much it means to us that you looked after him with care and dignity, but you also made him look at peace. The nearly 5 year cancer struggle vanished because of you. You made him look happy and at peace. We will never forget that.” — T K.

D Hollowell and Sons Limited logo

3. D Hollowell and Sons Limited

1.2 miles away

4.8
(45 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Anthony Boardman Jack Hollowell Jon Brady Luke Hollowell

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“Mums funeral was perfect — this seems a strange word to use but it was. Everything was explained clearly at all times, timings were adhered to and I cannot thank Kyle and Hollowells enough for your kindness at such a difficult time.” — Rosie H.

“Jon Brady is the most wonderful person to have by your side throughout this very upsetting process. Nothing was too difficult for him. His manner is just right — professional, yet friendly and caring. His attention to detail is spot on.” — Penelope H.

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4. Box Bros Funeral Directors

1.3 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1250
Adrian Anderson Adrian Anderson Adrian Anderson Adrian Anderson

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“Amazing service and very helpful staff. Thank you Adrian for all you did.” — Patricia R.

“There was so friendly and so helpful — I think his name was David. He was so friendly. All my family have gone with Box Brothers.” — Ann C.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

4.9
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At such a traumatic and emotional time, it's priceless to have confidence in a professional but empathetic team to help and guide you. Every last detail was considered to ensure everything was perfect.” — Kath G.

“Debbie Black was absolutely brilliant, very professional, thoughtful, and caring. She listened well and offered up suggestions. Regular communication before and after the day, which was an amazing send off.” — Richard P.

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6. J T Byrne Funeral Directors

1.8 miles away

4.7
(31 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“What a professional and compassionate service they provided to all our family. Cannot thank them enough.” — Sharon M.

“The team were caring and considerate with nothing being too much trouble. Any queries I had were answered with confidence and compassion. I would not hesitate to recommend John and his staff.” — Diane M.

D Hollowell and Sons Limited logo

7. D Hollowell and Sons Limited

2.4 miles away

4.9
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Andrew Beare Andrew Hollowell Anthony Boardman Anthony Boardman

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“It's such a difficult time but made so much easier by their services. Their representatives were professional but caring and supportive.” — Amanda G.

“It was never going to be a fun experience burying my mum, but Hollowell's did an excellent job. Respectful, highly professional, lovely casket, immaculate vehicles. Very nice additional touches that made all the difference to our family.” — Edward M.

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8. C T Hull Funeral Service

2.5 miles away

5
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

“Claire went above and beyond her duty. She was so easy to talk to and put me at ease straight away. A true people person which was extremely comforting for us all. She kept in touch with the family every step of the way.” — Petina W.

“She very quickly 'got us' and spoke to us in a way that made everything feel so comfortable. Most importantly for us she was completely reassuring and gave us confidence that nothing would be forgotten, overlooked or missed.” — Rachel G.

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9. J T Byrne Funeral Directors

3.7 miles away

4.7
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“What a professional and compassionate service they provided to all our family. Cannot thank them enough.” — Sharon M.

“The team were caring and considerate with nothing being too much trouble. Any queries I had were answered with confidence and compassion. I would not hesitate to recommend John and his staff.” — Diane M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

3.8 miles away

4.9
(31 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Julie and Dan provided wonderful care for myself and my family at such an emotional time. They arranged everything and went above and beyond what we expected from them.” — browny44

“From our first meeting with Floss we felt totally reassured everything would be caringly done. Sue, the funeral director, ensured the funeral was faultless.” — Adrian M.

D Hollowell and Sons Limited logo

11. D Hollowell and Sons Limited

3.9 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Andrew Beare Andrew Hollowell Anthony Boardman Anthony Boardman

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“They were more than helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them.” — Angela W.

“Kyle King dealt with my husband's funeral and all family were impressed by the professionalism of his work and caring attitude.” — Denise O.

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12. T H Fenton

4.2 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They took away the stress of everything at a time when you most need it.” — Elizabeth H.

“Fantastic, nothing was too much trouble — a true 24 hour service. We were treated with respect and understanding every step of Mum's last journey.” — maxine g.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google