After a Death in City of Leicester | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

City of Leicester

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the City of Leicester 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 City of Leicester

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. A C James and Son

0.5 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Your patience and understanding are appreciated. We greatly appreciate your assistance throughout our most stressful days. I would highly recommend you to everyone.” — Ian P.

“No airs, no graces, just a lovely, honest, wonderful experience. With a team of respectable chaps and gals to complement our Mam's passing, we heap tremendous thanks on all involved, especially the Son who drove our Mam from London to Leicester for the cremation.” — Cas B.

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2. The Co-operative Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

4.2
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service provided was excellent from the organisation to the funeral itself — very personalised and special.” — Shane P.

“From start to finish they ensured our day ran smoothly with compassion, respect, professionalism, and genuine warmth.” — Matt C.

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3. Ginns and Gutteridge Funeral Directors

0.8 miles away

4.5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Helen looked after us with care, compassion and patience and guided us through a most difficult time. The last great thing you can do for a loved one is the send off they would like and without doubt, Ginns and Gutteridge facilitated every part of the process with complete professionalism.” — Malcolm C.

“The attention to detail was second to none and they accommodated everything both she and I had asked for. She'd have been very pleased at the level of care and attention they gave to her.” — Colin A.

4. Abbey Oak Funeral Services

1.4 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, everyone involved were very courteous and helpful.” — Hazel J.

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

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5. The Co-operative Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Looked after my sister very well” — Sylvia H.

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6. The Co-operative Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Exactly what we wanted for my grandad's funeral. Good value, very nice and respectful staff, professional service. Highly recommended.” — JOHN M.

“Ashley and his team were fantastic. Really lovely people providing a fantastic service. They're the gold standard when it comes to funeral care in my view.” — David L.

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7. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Kimberley helped us from start to finish for my mum's funeral. She is absolutely brilliant - even with an awkward relative she remained calm.” — Blue D.

“Kimberley guided me into making the right decisions and for turning our very complicated ideas into a reality.” — Armando S.

8. Asian Funeral Company

1.9 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“There was no push to purchase any additional items and I felt completely at ease and confident that my father would be well looked after while in their care. I can hand on heart say I would highly recommend them.” — Hiten L.

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

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9. Ginns and Gutteridge Funeral Directors

2.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Really efficient, caring and helpful. Thankyou so much for helping us during such difficult times.” — Anne T.

“Their attention to detail and compassion shown to us as a family was second to none. Professional service from the initial contact right through to the burial. They kept us updated every step of the way and were always on hand to answer any queries that we had.” — Ian A.

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10. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

2.2 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first meeting with darling Sarah till being taken to the wake, they were absolutely brilliant and faultless. They even took us from Gilrose Cemetery to Saffron Hill Cemetery to lay the flowers — there is nothing they can do to improve their service.” — robert c.

“Nikki at Saffron Lane was brilliant, she made us feel at ease from the start and nothing was too much trouble for her. A lot of the stress was taken off our shoulders and everything went very smooth from the first contact through to being dropped off at the Wake.” — Malcolm P.

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11. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.7 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A young lady at the Oadby Funeral Home made the time of extreme grief loss and pain bearable” — Tony H.

“A young lady at the Oadby Funeral Home made the time of extreme grief loss and pain bearable” — Tony H.

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12. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We were very happy with their service.” — Colin W.

“Very efficient & caring. We used them for my fathers funeral, so didn't hesitate to appoint them for my late mother's service.” — Sharon M.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    The most difficult time made so easy with the support and compassion of Jo and Joy who nursed me through every step of mum’s final journey. They listened and responded and ensure…

    Lisa Sharratt via Google
    5

    Absolutely amazing service. I cannot thank Alex and Kelly enough for their support, understanding and empathy throughout the whole process. I wholeheartedly recommend their servic…

    Jessics Lees via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    WCP from the moment of our first meeting were more than helpful and considerate in planning my father‘s funeral. The professionalism and personal service they provided made a very…

    Michelle Cullen via Google
    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    5

    It's taken a while to find the words. Although I have known Antony and Greg for many years having someone look after and care for my darling mum(94) like I have was a huge ask. Th…

    Chris Bracken via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
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    5

    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    Our recent experience with Rowland brothers West Wickham was was excellent. They are kind and considerate and nothing was too much trouble. They listened to our needs and changes …

    sharon dowley via Google