After a Death in East Cambridgeshire District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

East Cambridgeshire District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the East Cambridgeshire 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 East Cambridgeshire District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Ely Funeral Service

5.5 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“So happy with the service — highly professional and everything he would have wanted. Highly recommend 10/10.” — Dee

“Everyone that I spoke to on the telephone or met in person gave me a professional, yet personal, experience. They understood exactly what I needed, both in terms of empathy and arrangements. I cannot recommend them more highly.” — Richard B.

2. Ely Funeral Service

5.5 miles away

5
(36 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to thank all the staff for taking care of mum from the start when she came in to arrange her funeral, to when she passed at home and was taken into your care with the same thoughtfulness and care.” — Iris C.

“I have never had to organize a funeral and Rob guided me through the whole process - calmly and kindly. What could have been a very stressful time was made as good as it could have been.” — Emma D.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

6.8 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Every thing done very Professionally and efficiently, all Staff very sympathetic and very Friendly. Thanks to all involved.” — Glenda C.

“The 2 Ladies that I met showed very good levels of empathy & compassion and made the very difficult matter of dealing with the funeral of my Beloved Partner much easier. Everything was well organised by the Coop Team - very impressed and most grateful.” — Andrew M.

4. Richard Stebbings Funeral Service Ltd

10.3 miles away

4.4
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He attends to the smallest detail and treats everyone with kindness and courtesy. This is a family run business that pay attention to detail and help you at a difficult time.” — Graham H.

“I will never forget Richard's kind and sensitive way of dealing with everything and taking care of everything.” — Lucy D.

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5. Mark Skinner Funeral Service

10.9 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lauren coming out to meet our Mum and understanding her final wishes… everybody showed such compassion. She made herself available for us every step of the way and organised everything.” — billiebean1

“Lauren was compassionate and very understanding without being intrusive in helping us make the arrangements and on the day, father Mark and his team were superb.” — Allan W.

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6. Weyman Funeral Services

10.9 miles away

4.9
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It has been 3 months now since my son passed on in Cambridge. I didn't really get the opportunity to express my thanks to Sally, Tina and Kevin for their great assistance, empathy and professionalism.” — TS C.

“They had to come out in the middle of the night to collect my father who died at home. They were so kind and respectful I was very touched. Then I saw the same person at the cremation which was actually rather comforting.” — Nina C.

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7. Co-op Funeralcare

11.1 miles away

4.4
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“What could have been a stressful occasion was made so much easier with his complete management of the meeting and put me at ease straight away with a much needed cup of coffee. Thank you to Juan and the team.” — Susan G.

“I wanted a direct cremation service but with the knowledge that I could speak to somebody who cared and would carry out my instructions with dignity. Co-Op funeral services Cambridge fulfilled this. They were able to help me navigate the challenges ahead and gave me the service I was looking for.” — P M.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

11.1 miles away

4.9
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff took great care of the necessary arrangements, we experienced great communication and we felt very well supported by the team.” — Nicky M.

“Compassionate, caring and dedicated supporting staff. Brilliant service from all involved at a difficult time.” — Sandy L.

9. The Co-operative Funeralcare

14.5 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mandy and Sue have been a great help and great communication, would highly recommend.” — Jeanette C.

“Only praise for the staff and in particular Mandy Gunn for the support and impeccable service during several funeral arrangements over the years. Thank you from all our family.” — Aldona K.

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10. H J Paintin Ltd

15.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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Family-run independent funeral directors serving Sawston & Cambridgeshire for over 110 years, offering bespoke, compassionate services 24/7.

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11. Mark Skinner Funeral Service

15.3 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Mark Skinner

Meet Lianne, Lianne, Louise +2

“Mum looked just like our Mum. Mum's celebration of life went beautifully to plan. I would like to assure anyone that when they are in need of the services of a Funeral Director, Mark Skinner and his team will look after you 110%.” — Carole D.

“I don't think I could have coped without them. They guide help and support you through the most difficult time. Very fortunate to have had Sally help and still assisting us with arrangements post funeral. I can't thank her enough for all her help.” — Sharan C.

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12. H J Paintin Ltd

15.7 miles away

4.9
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bailey Bailey Bailey Bailey

Meet Bailey, Bailey, Bailey +41

“Paintin organized all the arrangements for returning her to Cambridgeshire and made sure the funeral was exactly as she would have liked it.” — W D.

“Dealt with much empathy and compassion. When we visited him in the chapel of rest they were so kind, caring and explained what we needed to know. If you need compassion, total top class service from day of losing your loved one to day of the funeral, this is the place to go.” — Pam M.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google
    5

    There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anth…

    Pauline Kelly via Google
    5

    Right from the start to end of communication parkgrove have been so compassionate and thoughtful , they went out their way to accomodate any help or information we needed at the…

    Lindy Ross via Google
    5

    We have used Chadwick’s for our family funerals for years and mum wanted us to use them for her funeral too. They are always so respectful, helpful and compassionate and this time…

    June Pryce via Google