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

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“David was so nice and helpful. My dad's funeral was so professional. He had a lovely send off. Thank you so much to David and everyone involved.” — Jayne H.

“David was so nice n helpful. My dad’s funeral,was so professional He had a lovely send off . Thank you so much to David and everyone involved x” — Jayne H.

2. B J Melia and Sons

2.7 miles away

5
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Absolutely lovely caring people — my mom was with them for 2 weeks and they were always there for us when we visited. They made the funeral very nice. 5 stars from all my family.” — Rebecca D.

“BJ Melia's job was undoubtedly immaculate and I will never forget their support. Very, very experienced staff with kindness throughout the entire process.” — S B.

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3. The Lawrence Funeral Service

2.8 miles away

5
(67 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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 — I don't think we could have achieved this without the love and attention to detail.” — Justine O.

“From start to finish Sara has been absolutely outstanding. Lawrence Funeral Directors have made a turbulent period much more bearable than we could have imagined. Their care and attention to my family and on the day of my mum's funeral was exemplary.” — Richard C.

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

“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.

“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.

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6. Valley Funeral Service

3.8 miles away

4.8
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Thank you to everyone involved for making sure the day went very smoothly. I could not recommend them highly enough.” — Verna K.

7. Simpsons Funeral Service

4.6 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were responsive to any questions and recommended a celebrant who really took the time to understand what Colin was like — they made a real difference to what is a difficult day.” — Jon S.

“Joanne and all the team were so professional and respectful making things so easy at such a difficult time. The whole team should be very proud.” — Mark F.

8. H Bates

5.2 miles away

5
(97 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“In her kind compassionate manner she went through all the arrangements and paperwork with us — nothing was too much trouble for her from start to completion.” — Edward I.

“We felt supported and cared for throughout as we were guided through the process. The funeral followed our wishes exactly and Sylvia and her team also offered advice around moving forward after the funeral.” — Zoe W.

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9. D J Screen and Sons

5.8 miles away

4.9
(10 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

“Everyone who did the funeral were outstanding — they were all so friendly, welcoming and so helpful. I appreciate everything they did; they 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. This directors gave a professional, personal service and was always available whenever I needed to enquire about anything.” — Maxine S.

11. Charles Wood Funeral Service

6.2 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Louise was lovely, professional and helped us arrange a great send off for my nephew. She went that extra mile to make it perfect and I can't thank her and the company enough.” — Sue H.

“Fleur helped us through everything. So kind and caring. Thank you for looking after my son Kristian.” — Alison G.

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12. J C Warburtons Funeral Service

6.2 miles away

5
(19 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.” — 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 recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google
    5

    There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anth…

    Pauline Kelly via Google
    5

    Right from the start to end of communication parkgrove have been so compassionate and thoughtful , they went out their way to accomodate any help or information we needed at the…

    Lindy Ross via Google
    5

    We have used Chadwick’s for our family funerals for years and mum wanted us to use them for her funeral too. They are always so respectful, helpful and compassionate and this time…

    June Pryce via Google