After a Death in Great Yarmouth District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Great Yarmouth District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

2.7 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring, friendly and a professional service.” — Amanda B.

“From first contact until the end, the service given was respectful and first class. Ian was extremely helpful, fully explaining everything and all options. We were kept fully updated throughout.” — Stephen L.

2. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.8 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to say a big thankyou to the lady that works at the branch for making me feel so at ease when I came to say goodbye to my special friend Rita wright.” — Cheryl H.

“I would like to say a big thankyou to the lady that works at the branch for making me feel so at ease when I came to say goodbye to my special friend Rita wright.” — cheryl h.

3. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

3.5 miles away

4.8
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The level of integrity, compassion and professionalism was above and beyond. Mathew the celebrant was so profound and eloquent with his words it calmed the room. Overall they all made the day very special.” — Nigel K.

“They took care of everything and the funeral went like clockwork, despite the fact that I live 350 miles away, so everything was arranged over the phone and by emails — making the day so lovely, smooth and personal.” — Lorraine S.

4. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

4.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The pallbearers were excellent, very well turned out and extremely professional.” — David H.

“A big thanks to Gemma and her team for all the support they gave us through this difficult time. The funeral director and her team on the day were very compassionate and very respectful.” — Mark S.

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5. The Co-operative Funeralcare

5.4 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The young lady we met with was lovely to deal with and answered all our questions with compassion and sensitivity. You done our father proud with the funeral.” — Jean S.

“From start to end we were totally grateful for the professionalism and empathy shown by the whole team. They made the experience much more bearable in very difficult circumstances.” — Robert C.

6. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

5.6 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everything went very well. I should like to thank your staff for the professional and caring way they did their job.” — Melvyn R.

“Such a professional service from the 1st meeting. Very efficient and caring staff and great communications to ensure everything we asked for had been sorted for us.” — Lynne N.

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7. J Gedge and Sons

9.2 miles away

5
(47 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They helped us through every step of the process during what was such a challenging time for our family. We are extremely grateful for your professional help, but also for your support, kindness and all of the personal touches.” — R C.

“Paul took all the stress away and was a massive relief during such a difficult time. Knowing my dad was in such good hands meant everything to us, and Paul's guidance through the whole process really put us all at ease.” — Mandy R.

8. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

10.5 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Without him we would have been at a loss. Jake took a lot of effort, time and patience from start to finish sorting out a family funeral across counties.” — Sandra G.

“Her courtesy, support, and empathy at a very difficult time for us all was very much appreciated and would recommend to anyone in the same circumstances to use this funeral home.” — Rebecca F.

9. Murrell Cork Funeral Directors

10.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £2490 Cremation from £2490

The only independent funeral director in Stalham, with a friendly and welcoming team.

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10. R B Copping Independent Funeral Service

10.7 miles away

5
(56 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“Linda was so professional, caring and understanding and made a difficult time a little easier. Nothing was too much trouble and their chosen Civil Celebrant, Julie Bates, was second to none, providing a beautiful service.” — M L.

“She led us through what is an immensely difficult process with real care and calmness. They were extremely accommodating and we felt that nothing was too much trouble. They handled the funeral itself with great dignity.” — Chris W.

11. Youngs Funeral Services

10.9 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From first contact I felt they were very respectful and extremely caring when dealing with my Dad. Stephen was very helpful and was always available to help us.” — Julia N.

“They were very kind and gentle to my mother and straightforward, which is what was right for her. Efficient in the background and not intrusive — but you knew they were there when you needed advice.” — Victoria D.

12. Graham Barber

11.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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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