After a Death in Harborough District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Harborough District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Harborough 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 Harborough District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

E C Gilbert Ltd logo

1. E C Gilbert Ltd

2.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £1845 Cremation from £1321

A third generation, family run, independent Funeral Director of distinction supporting those needing help every step of the way.

A J Adkinson and Son logo

2. A J Adkinson and Son

4.8 miles away

4.8
(42 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1845 Cremation from £1321

“Your team guided us through every step and helped us achieve a beautiful final farewell. I cannot recommend you highly enough.” — Sarah D.

“Every step of the way they navigated our grief with kindness, compassion and efficiency. They provided little touches that made a sad day a little easier.” — Simmi K.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

3. The Co-operative Funeralcare

5.1 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A young lady at the Oadby Funeral Home made the time of extreme grief loss and pain bearable” — Tony H.

“A young lady at the Oadby Funeral Home made the time of extreme grief loss and pain bearable” — Tony H.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

4. The Co-operative Funeralcare

5.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The funeral home called just about every day with updates and information on the funeral and the cremation. You were not pushed into anything you didn't want to do.” — Alan R.

“Jo and the team did a fantastic job from start to finish for my dad's funeral. We as a family can't thank them enough.” — Jet S.

Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors logo

5. Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors

5.3 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We were very happy with their service.” — Colin W.

“Very efficient & caring. We used them for my fathers funeral, so didn't hesitate to appoint them for my late mother's service.” — Sharon M.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

6. The Co-operative Funeralcare

5.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sue who came to us was brilliant listening and tapping what we said about her, did a fantastic job. Every body said how good it was.” — Jack H.

“Everything was done respectfully and with the utmost kindness.” — Joanna B.

Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd logo

7. Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd

5.6 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Richard Ward Richard Ward

Meet Richard, Richard

“Extremely helpful and caring staff. Everything carried out professionally as per our family's wishes.” — Delia C.

“They are extremely caring and supported myself and my brother massively when losing your mum at a young age — we didn't know what to do and they pulled out all the stops. You truly are amazing people for what you do, continue your love and compassion.” — Carrie-Anne C.

The co-operative funeralcare logo

8. The co-operative funeralcare

5.7 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Many thanks for all your help to give Dad the perfect send off he deserved today.” — Sandra N.

“We were looked after fantastically throughout a very difficult time. Both Tracey & Rhoshine in the days before the funeral and Emma the funeral director and her team on the day were all very efficient, professional, sympathetic and understanding. A totally outstanding team. We honestly couldn't have asked for better service.” — Jon G.

A J Adkinson and Son, Wigston logo

9. A J Adkinson and Son, Wigston

6.0 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1845 Cremation from £1321

“The entire Team treated us in a caring and considerate manner from collecting my husband from home, to the wonderful support given throughout his funeral. Thank you for making a difficult event that little bit easier.” — Anne B.

“We'd like to give a special shout out to Carrie who gave us wonderful support throughout. We could not recommend them enough.” — James G.

Ginns and Gutteridge Funeral Directors logo

10. Ginns and Gutteridge Funeral Directors

6.1 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Really efficient, caring and helpful. Thankyou so much for helping us during such difficult times.” — Anne T.

“Their attention to detail and compassion shown to us as a family was second to none. Professional service from the initial contact right through to the burial. They kept us updated every step of the way and were always on hand to answer any queries that we had.” — Ian A.

J Stamp and Sons logo

11. J Stamp and Sons

6.1 miles away

4.9
(49 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +6

“Nicole showed care and compassion for my sister and I whilst organising my Father's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble. David Stamp was also such a lovely caring man to help us on the day.” — Sally K.

“The support, care and understanding we received from Taylor Price and staff at J Stamp & Sons was amazing. It certainly isn't easy having to make funeral arrangements for a loved one, especially when it comes to that final goodbye — but the whole experience was so lovely and so special.” — Paul T.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

12. The Co-operative Funeralcare

6.6 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Exactly what we wanted for my grandad's funeral. Very nice and respectful staff, professional service. Highly recommended.” — JOHN M.

“Ashley and his team were fantastic. Really lovely people providing a fantastic service. They're the gold standard when it comes to funeral care in my view.” — David L.

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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