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
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Darren and everyone at Ely Funeral Service were very helpful, supportive and respectful to my mum and us. They made a very difficult time as easy as possible.” — Christine O.

“Everyone that I spoke to 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
(37 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the time my husband was collected from the nursing home where he died to the flowers and music on the day of his funeral, everything was done in a professional, kind and caring way.” — ChristinaB

“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. Thank you for taking care of us.” — Emma D.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

6.8 miles away

4.7
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From first contact with the Newmarket branch we were made to feel confident and comfortable. Such attention to detail and compassion shown. Kept us informed and followed up regularly with calls to us.” — Diane I.

“The 2 Ladies that I met showed very good levels of empathy and compassion and made the very difficult matter of dealing with the funeral of my Beloved Partner much easier. Everything was well organised — 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.

“Richard, his family and team, always treat us with the same level of genuine care, compassion and respect. What you give to the grieving is insurmountable.” — L D.

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5. Mark Skinner Funeral Service

10.9 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Special thanks to Sally who was so calm and helpful in our moment of need. Can't thank you all enough, everything went so smoothly from start to finish, also the care you took with mum.” — phil h.

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

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6. Weyman Funeral Services

10.9 miles away

4.9
(31 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“As a family we have used Weymans to bury four family members over the last 20 years. I would never go to another funeral directors. They are kind, considerate, helpful, friendly and make every step so much easier.” — Lisa M.

“A few people even asked if she knew him. Everyone at Weyman was so respectful and kind and made our day really special. Big thanks to the very lovely David who was such a kind, reassuring face on the day and Sally for organising. I really couldn't have asked for a better celebration of the life of my wonderful husband.” — Elizabeth a.

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7. Co-op Funeralcare

11.1 miles away

4.4
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Extremely professional, compassionate and friendly. Thank you all so much for your help and support — it helped to soften the journey.” — Debbie M.

“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
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“A very caring, personal and professional service from everyone involved. Couldn't have asked for more at such a difficult time.” — Helen R.

9. The Co-operative Funeralcare

14.5 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mandy & 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
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“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

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“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

    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