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

Braintree District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Braintree 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 Braintree District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Harvey Darke Funeral Service Ltd logo

1. Harvey Darke Funeral Service Ltd

1.7 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Matthew Matthew Roy Roy

Meet Matthew, Matthew, Roy +1

“All who work there showed nothing but respect and kindness to my family. They looked after my loved one with dignity and respect, nothing was too much trouble. On the funeral day, everything was perfect.” — susan s.

“Wendy who works in the office was so caring kind and helpful she made everything perfect at such a sad time for us. I can't thank her enough for everything she done for us.” — Karen T.

A R Clarke (Funerals) Ltd logo

2. A R Clarke (Funerals) Ltd

2.3 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Matt Gwinnell Matt Gwinnell Roy Gwinnell Roy Gwinnell

Meet Matt, Matt, Roy +1

“Thank you all so much for handling Nicholas's funeral — you all are so professional but with a lot of love & care.” — Terry H.

“To Trudy & team, thank you all so much for handling Nicholas’s funeral you all are so professional but with a lot of love & care.. kind regards from the Harris family xx” — Terry H.

3. Colne Valley Funeral Service Ltd

2.4 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Trudy and the whole team are incredible at putting you at ease with the whole process. They helped with all bespoke requests and made everything easier during such a sad time.” — Tracey A.

“Trudie and the rest of the team guided me through everything. My mum unexpectedly passed away and I didn't have a clue what to do — the Funeral Director was spot on, very professional but very warm.” — Joanne M.

Janet C Davies of Braintree logo

4. Janet C Davies of Braintree

5.1 miles away

4.8
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2290 Cremation from £2290

“They went above and beyond and I felt support and understanding from both Cara and Megan. I would highly recommend Janet Davies to take care of their loved ones on their final journey.” — Kirsty S.

“Your professionalism, attentiveness, and deeply caring approach made an incredibly difficult time much easier for us to navigate. Every detail was handled with the utmost dignity and respect.” — Malcolm H.

5. Co-op Funeralcare

5.2 miles away

3.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Victoria Bolton, Sarah Walden and Emma should all be immensely proud for the impact of the brilliant service that they offer.” — Rachel D.

“Coop Funeralcare Braintree helped turn a dark situation of losing a parent into a stress free experience. The staff are friendly, sympathetic and caring in such a sad time. I cannot thank all the staff enough for their help and organisational skills.” — Stephen G.

Paul J King Funeral Directors logo

6. Paul J King Funeral Directors

5.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Paul J King Paul J King Paul J King

Meet Paul, Paul, Paul +1

Independent family funeral directors founded in 1990, offering caring, professional services across Essex including Braintree.

G Collins and Sons logo

7. G Collins and Sons

5.2 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gemma was amazing, so warming, and took lots of the pain away. I'm a very fussy person but can't fault this service and compassion.” — Jennifer P.

“Gill and Amy showed real remorse and were very polite and made sure everything was exactly how I wanted dad's funeral to be. The whole team was very considerate and fantastic.” — Angela M.

8. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

5.3 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Wendy was amazing at dealing with my family when we lost our mum in July. Excellent service.” — Tracy J.

“You looked after us incredibly well from start to finish, especially my young nephews whose father you looked after so well during his final resting place.” — peter d.

Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors logo

9. Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors

5.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £3176 Cremation from £1375

Operating from a converted church close to the town centre, this branch is conveniently placed and available to support you with plenty of parking.

G W Hardy and Son logo

10. G W Hardy and Son

5.8 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Matthew Matthew Roy Roy

Meet Leila, Leila, Matthew +3

Family-run funeral directors in Finchingfield since 1882, offering compassionate, professional care across Essex 24 hours a day.

11. A Birkin and Sons

7.1 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We received a very professional and caring approach before and during the funeral, thanks to caring staff.” — genenneRay C.

“Such lovely people to deal with at a very difficult time. Everything was handled very professionally and nothing was too much trouble.” — Debbie M.

G Collins and Sons Funeral Directors Limited logo

12. G Collins and Sons Funeral Directors Limited

8.1 miles away

4.9
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service we received from the team at G Collins & Sons was first rate and they made sure the day went to plan.” — graham s.

“Professional, sympathetic, helpful, knowledgeable — they provided, although a very sad day, a great service.” — Amanda T.

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    There are simply not enough words to thank Annie and David at Eynsham Funeral Services for what they did for Denise and our family. From the moment Denise was entrusted into thei…

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    Pippa was a star seeing us when we just turned up unannounced. She sorted everything we asked for. When we had phone calls Georgia was kind and very polite. We had a viewing and t…

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    Pippa was a star seeing us when we just turned up unannounced. She sorted everything we asked for. When we had phone calls Georgia was kind and very polite. We had a viewing and t…

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    Very friendly, very professional and sensitive in dealing with the passing of my Dad. Treated us and Dad! With upmost respect and dignity. Well looked after throughout and on rhe …

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    Wendy jane via Google
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    I would like to thank W Sherry & Sons Funeral Directors for the way they conducted our brother's recent burial - it was done with dignity, respect and a sense of traditional value…

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    John Dalton via Google
    5

    I just wanted to say a big thank you to you and your team for yesterday. My aunt’s funeral went just as she would want it. Thank you very much for sending flowers it was a lovely …

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    K Bellinger via Google
    5

    The loss of a loved one is one of life's most difficult experiences, and the thought of making funeral arrangements can feel overwhelming. Without the care, guidance and support o…

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    Jason Edgar via Google
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    Jason , Paula amd the team did an amazing job doing my brother and mothers funeral only 5 days apart They actually care about what they do and made the hardest time for us as a fa…

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    Sally Hulstone via Google
    5

    We cannot thank J Edwards Funeral Directors enough for the care and compassion they showed us when arranging my mum’s funeral. From the very beginning, Cara looked after my broth…

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    I was impressed by the entire process, support and service and particularly from Derek who was helpful and respectful throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending him a…

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