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

Meet Chris, Chris, Chris

“The care provided extended far beyond logistics; it was personal, empathetic, and sincere. His thoughtful approach gave us peace of mind, knowing our father was treated with dignity and honour throughout. We were also given the opportunity to visit the Chapel of Rest, allowing us a final moment together as a family—something we'll forever cherish.” — Kam P.

“Chris Foster was 'professionalism personified', but more than that, he was empathetic to what was an 'unusual' situation. From several one-to-one conversations that Chris and I shared, it was apparent just how much he really cares about his clients, and the respect that he gives to them and their loved one at what is a very challenging time.” — Ian A.

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

4.7
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A real shining light in bleak Hemel Hempstead. Customer service was outstanding and this company handled our wishes perfectly.” — Mr&Mrs P.

“They treated us all at such a sad time with the greatest sensitivity and care. I have nothing but praise for all of the staff.” — Maureen R.

4. Neville Funeral Service Ltd

3.2 miles away

4.4
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“A big thank you to Debbie for being so kind, helpful, professional and compassionate in our most difficult time. Also James the funeral director and his team of pallbearers for guiding my dad with respect and dignity for his final send off.” — Tom L.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

3.4 miles away

4.3
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Outstanding — everything handled professionally and in a caring way by Amy. On the day the limousines were classy and staff excellent.” — Jack P.

6. Church View Funeral Service

5.1 miles away

4.8
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They treated my brother, and my grieving parents with so much compassion and kindness. Glen arranged the funeral of my 25 year old brother, and nothing was too much trouble or they couldn't accommodate.” — Jo J.

“Our words cannot express well enough as to how this exceptionally understanding, empathetic and professional gentleman delivered such a kind and considerate service. We couldn't have held it together without your evidently caring and traditional etiquette.” — Faye M.

Cooks Funeral Services logo

7. Cooks Funeral Services

5.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Cooks Funeral Services 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
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Allison Bransby Allison Bransby Allison Bransby Ben Blunt

Meet Allison, Allison, Allison +4

“After losing my husband, we were treated with care and compassion throughout. They helped ensure the whole funeral went so smoothly and treated my husband with dignity and respect through the process. Overall they provided a faultless service.” — CJ

“Sophie has been a genuine godsend. She's been so kind to our family and helpful, and when there was a question she wasn't sure on, she genuinely came back to us with support. The team have made such a difficult time infinitely easier.” — Kathy H.

S A Bates logo

9. S A Bates

5.4 miles away

4.8
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“With their compassionate care, we felt that our loved one was in good hands and we knew that she was treated with dignity and respect, which made everything a lot easier for us.” — Sandra D.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

10. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

6.9 miles away

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

“They were great and took away a lot of the stress during this time. I was kept informed and updated when necessary and on the day of the funeral everything went smoothly.” — CA

“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
(31 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.

“Lynette especially made a sad day as bearable as was possible. The service was a great celebration of my Mother in law's life and those that attended were impressed by the Celebrant, Bernadette, who made such a sad sad day special.” — Jeffrey B.

12. J Brown Funeral Services Ltd

7.0 miles away

5
(68 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He gave me confidence that all would go to plan on the day. It meant we were able to focus on celebrating my father's life and saying goodbye to him.” — Jim H.

“Jason Brown and his funeral services team supported us with 4 funerals over a two-year period. Each funeral was unique, special and appropriate for that relative – he helped us achieve this with just the right level of support and guidance.” — Helen L.

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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