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

Dover District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Dover 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 Dover District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

E B Cavell logo

1. E B Cavell

4.8 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent care, communication and support from the staff.” — Liz F.

“I found Cavell's really helpful and informative. I was kept in the loop every step of the way including a phone call from the team the day before the funeral to go through the arrangements.” — June L.

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2. Co-op Funeralcare

5.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Co-op Funeralcare in Deal, Kent offers compassionate, professional funeral services to local families as part of the UK's largest funeral provider.

W J Farrier and Son Ltd logo

3. W J Farrier and Son Ltd

5.4 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
James Farrier

Meet James, James, Julie +2

“A joyous day to a sad time. The day went absolutely beautifully for my lovely wife. All staff very professional and polite.” — Andy S.

“Sonia helped me sort a funeral for a true friend who had no known relatives. Everything has gone through with dignity and total respect — they were first class.” — Henry R.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

6.1 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very kind and helpful staff, quick to respond to emails and calls. Very knowledgeable and helpful in what are very trying circumstances. Would highly recommend.” — Julia W.

“Both of the staff members were excellent and made a very difficult time less stressful with their kindness and compassion, an absolute credit to the company.” — Jill C.

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5. W S Cole and Son Ltd

8.2 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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Meet Carrianne, Carrianne, Carrianne +20

“WS Cole and son, not knowing I was there — no one to impress — were excellent. They did a fantastic service and nothing seemed too much trouble. As a funeral director myself, I would wholeheartedly recommend WS Cole and son.” — Colin F.

“We felt reassured throughout that dad was being well looked after. They took the time to talk us through the process and were very flexible to make sure we had the style of service that we were looking for. The service was beautiful.” — Graham H.

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6. Chittendens Funeral Service

9.6 miles away

4.7
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They've been compassionate, shown true care, and provided support every step of the way.” — Sharon E.

“Exceptionally kind and patient whilst being utterly professional - guided through a very difficult time with minimum fuss and maximum care and attention to detail.” — Diane F.

7. C W Lyons and Son Ltd

9.7 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The whole process was made so much more bearable due to their professionalism, empathy and kindness.” — Jodie S.

“We will never forget the great respect that was shown to my mum, to me and the family. Scott and the team were outstanding and helped us through a difficult time with dignity, compassion and care.” — Joy H.

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8. A Welch and Sons Funeral Services

9.8 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A Welch were very understanding and pleasant and did not make us feel in anyway uncomfortable re the mix up. My feeling is they would be a very supportive service.” — Mark H.

“Alan and the team at A Welch & Sons were exemplary in their service at all times. Kind and professional with no question was too small.” — Mark M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

9.8 miles away

4.1
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Outstanding service! Compassionate, efficient and helpful in so many areas, especially as we were organising a funeral from some distance; just the level of care we needed.” — Jenny N.

“They showed great empathy in helping you make the right choices to send off your loved ones. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Even last minute changes.” — Steven W.

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10. Gore Brothers Ltd

9.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gore Brothers were extremely helpful and talked me through things step by step. They accommodated my mother's faith extremely well, blessing her for a good send off.” — Rebecca W.

“We were greeted by Karen who was an amazing and lovely lady. They didn't push anything on me that I didn't want and treated my wife with the utmost respect.” — Richard B.

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What families are saying

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    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
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    5

    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

    tracey williams via Google
    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

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