After a Death in East Lothian | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

East Lothian

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the East Lothian 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 Lothian

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

William Purves Funeral Directors logo

1. William Purves Funeral Directors

1.0 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thanks again for your sensitivity and warm and friendly service” — Julie C.

“They were first class in arranging my wife's funeral, up to and beyond the service” — Kenneth A.

Buchanan and Hogg Funeral Directors logo

2. Buchanan and Hogg Funeral Directors

5.9 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Anne was very thorough, helpful warm and caring. The celebrant Trish, Anne got us was amazing and everything was taken care of exactly as it was planned.” — Janice W.

“They were very respectful. Have no qualms about recommending them. First class service.” — Rose M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

6.9 miles away

4.4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Morag A Cairns, thank you for everything — the best funeral arranger in town.” — Michelle D.

“Compassionate team who take the angst out of everything — you come out of the office a load lighter off your shoulders.” — Shug D.

C and A Funeral Services Ltd logo

4. C and A Funeral Services Ltd

7.0 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1600 Cremation from £1000
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“Fantastic service staff brilliant well recommend” — Steven F.

“Fantastic family run business.” — Mark B.

Scotmid Funerals logo

5. Scotmid Funerals

7.1 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1690 Cremation from £900

“Great small supermarket that has been around for many years” — Ian S.

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William Purves Funeral Directors logo

6. William Purves Funeral Directors

7.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Family-run for five generations, William Purves North Berwick offers compassionate, professional funeral services for the local community.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare

7.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Co-op Funeralcare in North Berwick provides compassionate, professional funeral services to families in East Lothian.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

9.5 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Communication, courtesy and respect were exemplary.” — Jim M.

“I cannot thank Isy for her support during this difficult time and for organising our Celebrant who done a fantastic service.” — Johnstone K.

9. M and F Funeral Services

9.6 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Daniel and his staff went above and beyond for our family. They made my grandad's send-off that little more special. They really are very caring, beautiful people who go to lengths to guide and look after you at a heart-breaking time.” — Kayleigh R.

“It was a very special touch having my baby Sol piped into the cemetery by Jordan. They done my baby boy so proud and there are no words to express how grateful we are.” — Jade R.

James Scott Funeral Directors logo

10. James Scott Funeral Directors

9.8 miles away

4.8
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Couldn't have been more helpful in such a difficult time, everything from beginning to finish was perfect, nobody could have done anymore.” — Kristy S.

“The staff was magnificent and treated my wife with dignity and respect. The arrangements were easily made and well managed.” — Bill D.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google