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

Calderdale District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Calderdale 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 Calderdale District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Joseph Sutcliffe and Son Ltd

1.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

2. B J Melia and Sons

2.7 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“In the most challenging of times, BJ Melia & Sons was on our side. Very, very experienced staff with kindness throughout the entire process. BJ Melia's job was undoubtedly immaculate and I will never forget their support.” — S B.

“The service Shaun personally provided to myself and close family was unbelievable. Shaun was very comforting, considerate and professional. Shaun, thanks for looking after my precious mother — you are a credit to the funeral service.” — Lee E.

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3. The Lawrence Funeral Service

2.8 miles away

5
(57 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Alan and his team were brilliant from first contact to the funeral of my dad. Alan made what is a difficult time for our family a very easy and professional process. He took care of everything. The Gelder family can't praise the whole team enough.” — Dave G.

“Ben was really supportive and caring and looked after my mum and kept her informed throughout the process. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day for my dad and I don't think we could have achieved this without the love and attention to detail.” — Justine O.

4. S and W Riding Funerals Ltd

3.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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5. Hebden Bridge Funeral Service

3.7 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Janes' passing was a huge loss to all our family but you made everything as easy as I could have possibly wished for.” — David B.

“Everyone is so passionate about providing the very best service to everyone and giving everyone the send off they deserve, they listen to you and take everything you have said and make it special for your loved ones.” — Reece H.

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6. Valley Funeral Service

3.8 miles away

4.8
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff were very professional and very helpful during a trying time.” — Charles B.

“Excellent service received today from Linda and her colleague, very helpful.” — Loraine D.

7. Simpsons Funeral Service

4.6 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great service and compassionate staff. They did my mum and dads funeral and I would highly recommend Simpsons Funeral Directors.” — Miffy C.

“They recommended a celebrant who really took the time to understand what Colin was like and they made a real difference to what is a difficult day. Everyone at Simpsons who we met was friendly and kind.” — Jon S.

8. H Bates

5.2 miles away

5
(92 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sylvia and her team are simply fabulous. I would not hesitate to recommend this lovely lady and her colleagues. Our funeral today for our elderly aunt went so well thanks to Sylvia and her team.” — Lyndsey B.

“They are very accommodating in any requests, and on the day of the funeral, were immaculately presented and very professional. Sylvia recommended a celebrant to us who presented an outstanding service, delivered with clarity and compassion.” — Martin P.

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9. D J Screen and Sons

5.8 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1800

“Having never had to deal with organising a funeral, they made it really easy and were very helpful all the way through the whole experience. Always happy to talk if you had any problems or concerns.” — Marcus C.

“We drove to the Cemetery in style feeling important taking our Special Lady to her Resting place. My family was advised and we lowered our loved one ourselves. The service was very respectful, I cannot think of anything that could have been done better.” — Ruth B.

10. Golcar Independent Funeral Directors Ltd

6.1 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were all so friendly, welcoming and so helpful. I appreciate everything they did — gave my brother a lovely send off he so deserved.” — Suzanne P.

“What was a very difficult and sad time for me was made a little easier with the help of Jennie Coxon. The process of organising something I have never had to do before was handled with the empathy it deserves.” — Maxine S.

11. Charles Wood Funeral Service

6.2 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Kind caring and accommodating. Fleur was very helpful all the way through the process. Would not hesitate to recommend this service.” — Dahliaholic

“Exceptional service exceeded all of our expectations, guiding, professional and caring staff. Helping me through a very difficult time. I would not hesitate to recommend Charles Wood Funeral Service.” — Lesley W.

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12. J C Warburtons Funeral Service

6.2 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble - everything was handled with kindness, respect and efficiency. The care and attention to detail were exceptional, and every aspect was managed with great sensitivity and thoughtfulness. We were given all the time we needed on the day of the funeral.” — Claire S.

“I do not live in England and had to organize proceedings from abroad. Michelle handled my case. I could not have hoped for a more professional, able undertaker.” — Sam C.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google