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

Cherwell District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Cherwell 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 Cherwell District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. C S Boswell Independent Funeral Services

6.5 miles away

5
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bernice Steeples Bernice Steeples Carl S. Boswell Carl S. Boswell

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“We had the ideas and you made it happen to give my husband a perfect service. You and your team were caring and professional from start to finish.” — Jen V.

“We felt like my mum was very well looked after in their care. Nothing was too much trouble, and everything was sorted with compassion, grace and empathy. We can't thank Sara and the rest of the team enough for looking after my mum until her last minute with them.” — Estefania C.

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2. D L Hancock Ltd

6.9 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We actually had our dad moved to these guys after a bad experience at another funeral directors. I can only describe the difference between the two as night and day.” — Tom G.

“Hancock's Bicester Team have continued to support me even over a year after my dear husband's death. I cannot praise them highly enough.” — Pauline B.

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3. Central England Co-operative

7.1 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At one of the most difficult times in our lives, everything was organised and personalised and our Dad got a more than 5 star send off. Above and beyond ♥️” — Lorraine H.

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4. L Hartness

7.2 miles away

4.7
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a time that was very sad, Rob guided us through the tasks ahead with sincere empathy. Whenever we needed help or advice he was on the end of the phone, nothing was ever too much trouble. The funeral was everything we wished for, and it reflected my sister perfectly.” — Valerie S.

“He has been outstandingly supportive and has guided me through every step. A professional service from people who care.” — Kevin B.

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5. Humphris Funerals

7.3 miles away

4.9
(142 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

“We felt in the safest of hands as soon as we walked through the door. Lorraine gently and with such compassion guided us through every detail. The funeral was beautiful and perfect. This has given us so much comfort at such a very sad time.” — Julie M.

“The compassion and kindness Emma showed our family at an incredibly difficult time was exceptional, we couldn't have asked for more. Emma is an incredible human and her professionalism was 5 star.” — natalie

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6. Edd Frost and Daughters Family Funeral Directors

7.4 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Aaron Taylor Aaron Taylor Aaron Taylor Barbara Scrimshaw

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“The whole team at Edd Frost and Daughters look after every family as if it were their own.” — Judy M.

“We were complimented after the service for it being beautiful and even perfect and we appreciate your part in making that happen.” — Sandra G.

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7. Central England Co-operative

7.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We truly couldn't have asked for a better person to look after our mother. Thank you Ali, from the bottom of my heart, and from all of our family.” — Leah S.

“Ali made sure my mother was treated with dignity and that her journey to another funeral director was safe and handled properly. She checked in with us, kept us updated, and made us feel comfortable and supported when we needed it most.” — Leah S.

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8. Heart of England Co-op Funerals Inc W J Franklin

7.6 miles away

4.8
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2485 Cremation from £1790

“They made a very difficult time that bit more bearable. I didn't quite like the design of the order of service but they persevered with the designer until it was perfect. I honestly can't thank them enough.” — Nikki J.

“They were sensitive, compassionate, helpful and recognised and accommodated the specific requirements of the family at a very difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Richard S.

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9. Edd Frost & Daughters Ltd (Banbury)

7.8 miles away

5
(86 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Aaron Taylor Aaron Taylor Aaron Taylor Barbara Scrimshaw

Meet Aaron, Aaron, Aaron +33

“All touch points with the team were exemplary — from the greeting at reception, the attentiveness of the Funeral Director, the care of the florist, the continual gentle communication, to the respectful team that carried Dad to his final resting place. These guys know what they are doing.” — David W.

“I'm struggling to put into words how wonderful this team are. The level of care for our family has been excellent. We are lucky to have them in our hometown.” — Lee W.

10. C S Boswell Independent Funeral Services

9.9 miles away

5
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bernice Steeples Bernice Steeples Carl S. Boswell Carl S. Boswell

Meet Bernice, Bernice, Carl +9

“We have unfortunately lost both our Mum and Dad in the last 13 months. Carl and Kerstie and their team organised both funerals, showing compassion, professionalism and empathy at all times.” — Doug L.

“Carl and his team were like angels and nothing was too much trouble and even stayed late for us. My dad would have been so proud and I know he was there with a smile.” — Apinya W.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
    in the last week
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google