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
(5 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

“From the very first contact they were kind, sympathetic, knowledgeable and super-efficient. They took care of everything, despite the fact that I live 350 miles away — making the day so lovely, smooth and personal.” — Lorraine S.

“Nicola guided us through the process with compassion and dare I say, humour! Thank you for making our lives so much easier at this difficult time whilst giving the deceased a dignified funeral.” — Debbie

4. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

4.9 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“They helped make what was a hard day for me and my family for my mother's funeral so much more bearable. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Sue M.

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5. The Co-operative Funeralcare

5.4 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I can't thank Martina and the rest of the team enough for treating my Mum with such care, particularly the undertakers that collected her from her home - they were so dignified throughout.” — Amanda O.

“We have received messages from people who attended and from people viewing on WebCast saying how well it was handled. We would definitely recommend this company.” — 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 — a 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
(37 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Losing a loved one is hard enough without all the uncertainty that comes afterwards, and they made such a painful time that little bit easier.” — Mandy R.

“Paul kept us updated at every opportunity, whilst organising every aspect of the cremation and funeral service. At the service, Paul went above and beyond to make sure everything went as smoothly as possible.” — Graham H.

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. It took a lot of effort, time and patience from start to finish.” — 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
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“Wonderful, caring professional service from you all for my late aunt's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and their attention to detail was excellent. A great example of a fantastic local business in our community.” — James J.

“A wonderful and caring service from you all with my mother's funeral. A special thank you to Emma from our entire family at a very difficult time. Their service was professional and excellent. We can recommend them 100%.” — mags c.

11. Youngs Funeral Services

10.9 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We opted for the small family only service in their own chapel of rest, it was a nice, personal way to say goodbye.” — Rupert T.

“They were very kind and gentle to my mother and straightforward which is what was right for her. Very 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

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google