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

Dacorum District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Dacorum 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 Dacorum District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Loved Ones Funerals Ltd logo

1. Loved Ones Funerals Ltd

1.4 miles away

5
(54 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2150 Cremation from £1800
Chris Foster Chris Foster

Meet Chris, Chris

“You explained all our options and provided guidance when needed. You were professional, respectful but also warm and easy to talk to. This made the entire process pain free, a safe space which allowed us to make the right choices. You both made the day so special my mum would approve.” — Alan C.

“Having never arranged a funeral before I was terrified and did not know where to start. Chris took control of everything with compassion, kindness and genuine empathy. As a family, we will be forever grateful to Chris and Loved Ones Funerals for helping us through what was one of the most difficult times in our lives.” — Libby G.

S A Bates logo

2. S A Bates

1.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

S A Bates in Berkhamsted offers compassionate funeral services 24/7 as part of the trusted Dignity Funerals network.

3. Hemel Funeral Service

2.3 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Dani was professional, compassionate and efficient. She dealt with all aspects of the funeral arrangements calmly and with care, including the Order of Service and finding a Celebrant.” — Debra W.

“The complete service offered, enabled the family to focus on the areas important to them and on the funeral day, everything ran to the agreed timeframe.” — Jo T.

4. Neville Funeral Service Ltd

3.2 miles away

4.4
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“What a compassionate, dedicated and helpful team! Thank you to all the team at Neville's funeral service for making my father's funeral go so smoothly.” — Sophie M.

“Everyone was so helpful, kind and understanding and made what was a difficult time, just that little easier.” — Liz T.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

3.4 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Laura and the team were caring and professional at all times, ensuring everything went smoothly.” — David K.

“The lady there was so nice and took her time to comfort me at the Chapel of Rest. Very professional and caring. Would highly recommend.” — Amanda B.

6. Church View Funeral Service

5.1 miles away

4.7
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Three generations of dignity and professionalism. I wouldn't use anyone else.” — Michael P.

“He was with us every step of the way, a reassuring presence at a difficult time. The perfect combination of efficiency, warmth and understanding.” — Sandy D.

S A Bates logo

7. S A Bates

5.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

S A Bates in Chesham is a Dignity Funerals branch offering compassionate, professional funeral services and prepaid plans 24/7.

Heritage & Sons Funeral Directors logo

8. Heritage & Sons Funeral Directors

5.4 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Allison Bransby Ben Blunt

Meet Allison, Ben

“The funeral service for my lovely wife was beautiful, and everything I wanted. I'm extremely grateful to the people at Heritage Tring. Superb in every way.” — Steve D.

“They took me step by step through the decision-making and gave me clear advice and guidance. In the period between my father's death and the funeral, staff kept in close touch, reassuring me that everything was on track.” — Bradley S.

S A Bates logo

9. S A Bates

5.4 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From initial contact to the day of cremation the service provided was exemplary.” — Jeff C.

“You guided us through the whole process with sympathy and great understanding when helping us organise both my mum and dad's funerals.” — Dan W.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

10. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

6.9 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2745 Cremation from £1495

“Nothing is too much trouble and they ensure you give someone the best send off possible.” — Will G.

“Every single member of the Ginder team were professional, caring and ensured everything went well. My dad had the best send off and all that attended complimented the professionalism and effort put into this sad day.” — Kim H.

J and S Funeral Service Ltd logo

11. J and S Funeral Service Ltd

7.0 miles away

5
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the moment we walked in the office and met Linette, to the day of the funeral when Steve and his team arrived, everything was just superb. They could not have done any more to make the day perfect.” — Brian Y.

“From the moment we first visited J&S Funeral Service to the day of the funeral we were treated with the utmost respect and sympathy. Lynette especially made a sad day as bearable as was possible.” — Jeffrey B.

12. J Brown Funeral Services Ltd

7.0 miles away

5
(65 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We had our mums funeral with J Browns 3.5 years ago and have just had our dads with them. They are at your side to guide you through everything.” — Mark W.

“After a few minutes of meeting him, we knew he was the right person. He was kind, compassionate and very understanding about our needs and special requests at such a difficult time.” — Jane G.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We can only say thank you to Teresa and Santanna at the Ruddungton branch for their kindness, thoughttulness, care, support and advice given to my family during our most sad weeks…

    Mrs and Mr Brooks and Bing via Google
    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