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

Charnwood District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Charnwood 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 Charnwood District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

1.7 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Emma and Karen went out of their way to be kind and supportive. They were excellent and went above and beyond.” — lesley l.

“I lost my dad unexpectedly and had no idea what we were to do. The team were compassionate and guided us through as a family — on the day, different members of the team were present and just as kind, respectful and professional.” — Heidi W.

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2. The Co-operative Funeralcare

3.6 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lovely caring staff especially Kayleigh, treated my mum and my aunt 7 months later with dignity and respect. Kept me updated and informed every step of the way.” — L T.

“What an absolute delight it was dealing with Kayleigh. A lovely caring person, professional yet with a lovely personality. I can 100% recommend her and the team who looked after me and my daughter so well. She is a credit to Central Coop.” — Dean M.

3. Co-op Funeralcare

3.6 miles away

4.9
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Made a very difficult day for me so special!! Thank you Michelle you were amazing.” — Jonny C.

“Michelle made a very sad time a bit more bearable, and kept me up to date with everything. I'd have no issues with recommending the Co-Op.” — Alexandra M.

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4. Charnwood Funeral Services Ltd

3.7 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I started using the service in 1992 for my grandmother, then 1998 for my uncle, and most recently my mother in 2022. They provided a fantastic service each time. Thank you very much.” — Ken H.

“I started using the service in 1992 my grandmother then 1998 my uncle the latest is my mother 2022 they done the fantastic service thank you very much. for service provided.” — Ken H.

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5. Central England Co-operative

3.8 miles away

3
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The lady who assisted me couldn't have been more helpful and patient, as I had lots of questions on the various options. She didn't rush me into a decision, which I really appreciated too.” — Tom P.

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6. Swanns Funeral Services

3.9 miles away

3.8
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you so much, from start to finish your service couldn't have been better.” — steveandvera A.

“Very professional and empathetic throughout. A very good local funeral directors firm. Thank you to Louisa and the team.” — DG L.

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7. The co-operative funeralcare

4.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

The Co-operative Funeralcare in Birstall, Leicester, offers compassionate, professional funeral services as part of the UK's largest funeral provider.

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8. Ginns and Gutteridge Funeral Directors

4.0 miles away

4.8
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring and respectful - they treated myself and my late wife very well and everything went smoothly without any complications.” — John H.

“First class experience from initial meeting with Debbie, follow up meeting with Leisa and the funeral service at Loughborough Crematorium assisted by Scott.” — James C.

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9. M D Lowe and Sons Funeral Services Ltd

4.1 miles away

4.7
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Mark Lowe

Meet Hayley, Mark, Max

“The attention to detail and compassion shown is above and beyond. Couldn't ask for more professional, genuine and kind people. Wouldn't hesitate in recommending.” — Georgie S.

“Mr Lowe was extremely caring and thorough and nothing was too much trouble, excellent communication with the family on each step of the process. Most highly recommended to deal with your nearest and dearest final journey.” — Vincent S.

10. Asian Funeral Company

5.3 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You went the extra mile and gave our dear brother a beautiful send off. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.” — HH M.

“You were attentive, respectful to all my family and took great care of my father in your care. Thank you for a beautiful service.” — Rupinder S.

11. Abbey Oak Funeral Services

6.1 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At the very sad time of my husband's passing, the arrangements for his funeral were done very smoothly with compassion and grace.” — Hazel J.

“We really did give our queen the best send off. Thank you to Donna Perkins and staff who went above and beyond to help us.” — Mary A.

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12. The Co-operative Funeralcare

6.4 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The co-op was fantastic, nothing too much trouble. Very polite people who made my partner look great despite restrictions caused by covid.” — Roy L.

“Extremely caring, sensitive and professional service. On the day of the funeral we were all very much comforted and pleased with the beautiful way everything was conducted.” — Wendy M.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google