After a Death in Darlington | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Darlington

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Darlington 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 Darlington

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Darlington Funeral Service (incorporating Rea Funeral Service) logo
4.6
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Jennifer (Jen)

Meet Jennifer, Mark, Michael +1

“Barbara's kindness and warmth shone through from our first conversation on the telephone to meeting and beyond. She made the arrangements as straightforward as possible - her helpful and flexible approach at a difficult time made a real difference when corresponding from afar.” — Melanie G.

“Barbara rang a couple of days later to see how we were - such a thoughtful caring lady. Barbara and her team made this sad time so much easier for us to bear.” — Peter B.

Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors logo

2. Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors

0.6 miles away

4.9
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We were guided through the funeral process by Andrew who was very sympathetic and gave valued advice. Special care was given to my mother who is a wheelchair user — nothing was too much trouble.” — ian s.

“They took all our special requirements for our Hindu faith and delivered with no issues. Thank you for giving my mum a beautiful send off.” — Rina K.

Seaton Leng and Son logo

3. Seaton Leng and Son

1.2 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Carl Tate Carl Tate Carl Tate Dave Gregory

Meet Carl, Carl, Carl +24

“They met our every request with everything we asked for. So pleasant and polite and couldn't do enough to help us in every way.” — Christine

“As with my Mum's funeral, everything was carried out just as expected allowing us to say goodbye how we wanted to. I can't recommend Seaton Leng highly enough.” — Olivia W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.2 miles away

4.8
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“An exemplary service with great care for us and attention to detail. The funeral went smoothly and as I had hoped.” — Helen T.

“The Co-op funeral care team in Darlington were a fantastic support to me following the passing of my elderly mother. Everyone involved were very professional and empathetic throughout.” — Marjorie H.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

5.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“David is an accomplished and experienced director and our service was handled professionally, efficiently and with great sensitivity. We were in good hands and this is very reassuring and comforting at such a time.” — Rich H.

“David, Susan and Gillian were professional, compassionate and understanding throughout, what was, a very sad time for our family. We can not thank them enough.” — Ian T.

Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors logo

6. Meynell & Mason Funeral Directors

5.5 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Without the calm and supportive member of staff who made our arrangements for us the whole thing would not have run as smoothly. We were arranging a funeral close to Christmas having had a difficult few months, with delays caused by the coroner's involvement making the experience more upsetting.” — Janet T.

“They showed the utmost respect for my father in law from the minute they arrived to take him to the chapel of rest to his final resting place. Very professional from start to finish and not only did they treat us with respect, more importantly they showed the utmost respect for my father in law.” — ROKERBOYS

Gordon Fletcher & Sons Funeral Directors logo

7. Gordon Fletcher & Sons Funeral Directors

5.9 miles away

4.9
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Adam Trees Colin Fletcher Lesley Dodd Peter Fletcher

Meet Adam, Colin, Lesley +1

“We will never forget Michael's kindness, friendliness, and expertise in guiding us through the process.” — Ellie D.

“They took the stress away at this difficult time. There was regular contact and they guided us through the process. Can't thank them enough.” — Gaynor G.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

7.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The COOP funeralcare have been excellent. Very helpful and kind, nothing was a problem for any of the staff. Would recommend 100%” — Lynne B.

“The COOP funeralcare have been excellent Very helpful and kind , nothing was a problem for any of the staff . Would recommend 100%” — Lynne B.

Gibson's Funeral Services logo

9. Gibson's Funeral Services

7.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Claire McMahon Ian Pearth Lorraine Hamilton Mark Golding

Meet Claire, Ian, Lorraine +7

Gibson's Funeral Services in Shildon offers professional, compassionate funeral care, established in 1860 and available 24/7.

David Knowles Funeral Service logo

10. David Knowles Funeral Service

8.1 miles away

5
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2300 Cremation from £1495
David Knowles

Meet David, David

“He was so patient, kind and understanding with my elderly and very deaf mum. My Dad was treated with absolute dignity throughout and David helped us to ensure he got the send off that the family wanted and that he deserved.” — Trevor P.

“He went above and beyond to ensure my wife's final journey was dignified. I am profoundly grateful for David's support to my family.” — fholmes99

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

8.3 miles away

4.3
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Kerry was excellent with her advice, patience and attention to detail regarding our funeral plan! It's not the easiest subject to discuss but Kerry was very professional and helpful.” — Graham W.

“Julie was great at her job and kept us informed of everything that was going on.” — Robert P.

12. Relph Funeral Directors

8.4 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We used Relph Funeral Services once again and can't thank them enough for helping make the arrangements for dad's funeral be so seamless from the start.” — Sue W.

“Couldn't fault the whole team for their effort and dedication at a difficult time. Would fully recommend Relph should you need a friendly professional and caring funeral director.” — Mick R.

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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