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

City of Nottingham

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the City of Nottingham 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 Nottingham

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Aspley logo

1. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Aspley

0.9 miles away

4.5
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They went above and beyond. Philip the head man on the day was professional, kind and couldn't do enough for you.” — Tammy M.

“When my mum died unexpectedly they offered quiet, efficient and caring support in difficult circumstances. I truly felt that they did everything they could for her, and supported me in arranging a beautiful service.” — Sue W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.2 miles away

4.5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The director bowed before getting in the hearse and before walking in front of the car. My Grandma would have been more than pleased. Thank you for making such a difficult time a little easier.” — Jam d.

“They treated us like royalty. A huge thanks to Darren and crew, you deserve 5 stars plus.” — jonathan m.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

4.4
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You relieved our anxieties by handling the necessary arrangements with professionalism and courtesy and we will always remember the great respect shown to our Mother.” — Kyle S.

“I can't say enough how grateful I was for the support and kindness given to me at a very distressing time. They and their teams are a credit to the co-op funeral service.” — Malcolm R.

Baguley Bros logo

4. Baguley Bros

1.4 miles away

4.9
(86 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The funeral director was perfect, warm, respectful, kind and gently nudging us to ensure appropriate conduct. I think our Mother would have loved it.” — Joanna C.

“They helped me pick the right music to enter into the service, nothing was too much trouble, they was only a phone call away. Mum would have thanked them herself if she could have. A very caring team.” — Lorna L.

Co-op Funeralcare (inc. W Bamford and Son) logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare (inc. W Bamford and Son)

1.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Co-op Funeralcare (inc. W Bamford and Son) in Sherwood, Nottingham, offering compassionate funeral services to local families.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Nottingham logo

6. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Nottingham

1.7 miles away

4.5
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They went above and beyond for my dad's funeral. Megan organised everything beautifully, Philip led the day with professionalism and kindness, and they couldn't do enough for you.” — Tammy M.

“Philip supported us lots and really made us feel comforted — an incredible staff member. Arron gave both my grandad and my momma an incredible send off and was really supportive to the family. Overall a great company who make you feel like family.” — Madison A.

A. W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Wollaton logo

7. A. W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Wollaton

1.8 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Felt in safe hands” — Paul J.

“Nothing was too much trouble and our family have felt well supported throughout this difficult time.” — Phil T.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

2.5 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Funeral was arranged with care, understanding and respect. Charis was a pleasure to deal with and staff were courteous and professional on the day.” — Abigail C.

“The funeral-director was brilliant, so professional and understood everything I wanted or needed. I couldn't thank Co-op Funeralcare enough for the beautiful services that day.” — Duaine B.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Bulwell logo

9. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Bulwell

2.6 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The work, time and respect they put in specially towards the families. This is the second time I've dealt with them and again I can't fault them.” — Keeley B.

“I was really happy to see how they presented Jimmy and how Simon spoke about him. It was a very nice thoughtful service — better than that, it was first class service.” — Robert C.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

2.7 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Felt happy with our loved one in their care, made us feel at ease from the start and looked after us all very well.” — Jill A.

“Had my Mum's funeral with Co-op Funeralcare last week and it was absolutely perfect. Couldn't have gone any better and the care and support from the staff was unbelievable.” — Craig C.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Arnold logo

11. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Arnold

3.1 miles away

4.8
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Have used Lymns on many occasions, personally and in a professional capacity. I always receive a 1st class service. I would highly recommend them and would never use any other funeral directors.” — Deanne T.

“They explained everything that was required to myself and my sister so that we didn't have to worry about any of the arrangements on the day of the funeral.” — peter k.

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12. Arnold and District Funerals

3.1 miles away

4.9
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They listened to our requests and questions. They did exactly as we asked and kept in touch during the organisation and afterwards.” — Flash432 V.

“Chess was tremendously helpful in every aspect that was dealt with.” — Ken E.

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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