After a Death in County of Herefordshire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

County of Herefordshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the County of Herefordshire 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 County of Herefordshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Bayley Brothers Funeral Directors

2.5 miles away

4.9
(41 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They showed my mother and I great kindness, sympathy and patience when my father passed away. Nothing seemed too much trouble.” — Matt P.

“First class service from Jo and the team at Bayley Brothers, from the initial meeting through to the funeral everything was perfect, nothing too much trouble and the utmost care and compassion demonstrated.” — Neil F.

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2. Abbotsfield Funeral Directors

2.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Jacqui Williams Jacqui Williams

Meet Jacqui, Jacqui

“Amazing staff who are dedicated to your every need. Couldn't ask for more.” — Louise P.

“Jacqui, what a great asset you are to their team. Thank you from the Weaver family.” — Sarah W.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

4.9
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very supportive, professional and helped us throughout. We are so thankful to you all.” — Jess C.

“Very professional, courteous, kind. Big thankyou to Carol, Russell and all your colleagues.” — Atari G.

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4. Dawe Brothers Funeral Directors

2.6 miles away

4.9
(127 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Charlotte Charlotte Charlotte Justin Hydes

Meet Charlotte, Charlotte, Charlotte +9

“At a very distressing time after losing my mother, we were looked after by Daniel who made the whole process smooth and trouble-free — he is an absolute credit to your company.” — J G.

“As an ex-soldier I can say that the team they deployed to support Mum's burial at Humber Woodland of Remembrance did themselves and Mum proud. Their turnout, bearing and dignified demeanour was spot on.” — Iain C.

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5. S A Evans Funeral Directors

2.7 miles away

4.8
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I unexpectedly had to arrange my mother's funeral and I can't praise S A Evans Funeral Directors enough. They were compassionate, thoughtful and understanding. The service was just what the family wanted and everyone who attended commented on how lovely it was.” — Trudie D.

“They went above & beyond and gave dad the send off he truly deserved. We had phone calls checking on us & seeing if we needed any help with anything. Their attention to detail was fantastic.” — Lisa B.

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6. Dawe Brothers Funeral Directors

3.6 miles away

4.9
(55 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Charlotte Charlotte Charlotte Justin Hydes

Meet Charlotte, Charlotte, Charlotte +9

“All our requests were carried out to the letter and we couldn't have asked for a smoother experience at a very difficult and confusing time. Every detail was perfect.” — Jack777

“They were very very patient and gentle when I had decisions to make. Dawe Bros were even kind enough to send me some extra photos I might not have taken myself. What terrific service.” — Rita F.

7. R W Mann and Son

9.2 miles away

4.7
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A really excellent, caring and efficient service from Rebecca, Paul and all their colleagues. It is of course a difficult time, but the arrangements before and on the day were really excellent. I recommend you without hesitation.” — Peter S.

“Many thanks for the exceptional level of support you provided organising and taking Dad's funeral service. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you too for the dignity and respect shown by those that collected Dad when he had just passed.” — Vanessa M.

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8. Handley and Hawcutt Funeral Directors

9.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Handley and Hawcutt Funeral Directors in Leominster, Herefordshire, providing compassionate funeral services to local families.

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9. Co-op Funeralcare

11.3 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Professional from the word go... highly recommended... great team... quick to get things sorted... many thanks to you all” — Steven M.

“They showed sensitivity and professionalism at all stages in the planning of my loved ones funeral.” — L R.

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10. Dawe Brothers Funeral Directors

13.3 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Charlotte Charlotte Justin Hydes Justin Hydes

Meet Charlotte, Charlotte, Justin +5

“All our wishes were granted and no request went unheard. The service provided was exceptional and we would recommend them for their understanding and empathy.” — Deborah E.

“Mark fully abided by GDPR but went out of his way to track down a contact and to pass on my message. I thank him greatly for this service.” — Sasha T.

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11. Hawcutt Funeral Directors

13.4 miles away

4.8
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I found everyone at the Ledbury Branch especially Lyn to be helpful and considerate at the time of grief.” — Helen D.

“The whole team were excellent in the way they handled my mother's funeral. Cannot thank them enough.” — Judith S.

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12. Cherished Funerals

13.5 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Kate Kate Kate

Meet Kate, Kate, Kate

“Knowing she was in the mountains at Cherished made a tough time feel easier. She would have loved being up there. It felt personal and special all the way.” — Lucie C.

“Her kindness and attention to detail totally blew my mind. My Dad would have been so thrilled to have been in Kate and David's care. I feel so lucky to have made a wonderful friend during such a sad time in my life.” — Lynette Q.

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

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    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
    5

    Recently had to use for my FinL funeral. The service from first walking through the door to final email was faultless. Kate looked after us and him beautifully, navigated us throu…

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    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

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    5

    I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with ge…

    Katie via Google
    5

    From first contact with Carshalton branch Theresa to the ceremony lead by Anita. Everything was handled with dignity and great supportive care. Clear explanation and helpful sugge…

    Mike Cox via Google
    in the last week
    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
    5

    I would unreservedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors for their services. During the recent heartbreaking loss of our beloved mam, we were dealt with with the utmost respec…

    Linda Wind via Google
    5

    I cannot rate the service we received more highly. Cathy Houghton is a credit to the Co op, Rowner and her profession. She treated my brothers and I with kindness, empathy and mad…

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