Blackpool
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.
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.
All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews
0.5 miles away
“Very kind and understanding, especially when you are having to deal with a loved one's death.” — Timothy H.
“Wonderful caring service from start to finish. So glad I chose the Co-op funeral director on Whitegate Drive Blackpool, so grateful for the compassionate care we received.” — Denise
0.7 miles away
“Despite all of us living some way from Blackpool, we were guided through every step of the sad process of our Aunt's last journey. I highly recommend Layton Funeral for their kindness and personal professionalism.” — Elizabeth S.
“I used Layton Funerals for my dad's funeral in 2007 and then my mum's funeral years later in 2013. David dealt with both with sensitivity and kindness, explaining everything and helping wherever he could — nothing was too much trouble.” — Tessa H.
1.2 miles away
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“Our funeral director Kyle helped us through every step of the way with kindness and empathy. Mums funeral was perfect — this seems a strange word to use but it was. Many people commented on how respectful the proceedings were. 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.
1.3 miles away
Meet Adrian, Adrian, Adrian +33
“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.
1.3 miles away
“Debbie Black was absolutely brilliant, she was very professional, thoughtful, and caring. She listened well and offered up suggestions also. Regular communication before and after the day, which was an amazing send off.” — Richard P.
“Tina and the rest of the team went above and beyond. They showed respect, dignity and care in making sure my Mum had the best send off. My continuous changes to the order of service and the time they spent sticking tea bags in them and making sure it looked perfect! My Mum would be so proud!” — Tracy N.
1.8 miles away
“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.
2.4 miles away
Meet Andrew, Andrew, Anthony +14
“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.
2.5 miles away
“Claire went above and beyond her duty. She was so easy to talk to and put me at ease straight away.” — Petina W.
“She very quickly 'got us' and spoke to us in a way that made everything feel so comfortable. Rebecca made regular check in calls and was a perfect guide through this emotionally difficult process.” — Rachel G.
3.7 miles away
“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.
3.8 miles away
“They even took mum's funeral flowers to another family plot on our behalf which was so helpful. Did my mum proud. Excellent caring service.” — carol d.
“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
3.9 miles away
Meet Andrew, Andrew, Andrew +27
“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.
4.2 miles away
“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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