After a Death in High Peak District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

High Peak District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the High Peak 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 High Peak District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Bernard Kenney & Daughter Funeral Service

5.1 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1795 Cremation from £1250

“Professional, friendly & caring, would highly recommend.” — Harriet J.

“I took mum to see dad at the chapel of rest and the setting was so beautiful and peaceful. When dad passed away she made everything easier for us as a family.” — Alison B.

2. Brian Sharples and Son

6.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Megan made the whole process so much easier. From start to finish we hardly had to do a thing, which made such a difficult occasion so manageable.” — Courtney A.

“She and the team made everything so simple and dealt with everything, taking the stress away at such a difficult time and being an incredibly supportive outlet for myself and the family.” — David W.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

6.5 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Professional and well organised. Helped in anyway they could. Thank You High Lane COOP.” — adrian h.

“Wonderful people. Talk you through every stage and look after and respect your loved one.” — Lucky

4. Ian Mann Funeral Directors Ltd

6.6 miles away

4.8
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“This is a family run business that truly cares. Ian and his staff are warm, friendly, helpful, but above all professional. They give help and support all the way, relieving much of the anxiety that organising a loved one's funeral can cause.” — Max T.

“Although it was an obviously difficult time for the family, Ian was thoroughly professional and sympathetic throughout. He helped us through all the organisational details and we felt confident that somebody who knew what they were doing was at the wheel.” — Anthony M.

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5. Malcolm Shaw and Son Ltd

6.6 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Family run independent funeral directors, very caring with lots of attention to detail. Very professional service from start to finish.” — Andrew G.

“Our Mums funeral was perfect, easily sorted out and very dignified. Would highly recommend this family business to anyone.” — Barrie S.

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6. The Glossop Carriage Company

6.6 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service from Andy, Amy and their colleagues. Many thanks at a very difficult time. I couldn't have wished for better.” — Clive R.

“The team have been so supportive and try to pull the stops out for you to have the best service possible. Any issues are resolved without fuss and customer focused.” — Jeanette D.

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7. R W Percival

6.8 miles away

5
(42 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“From that very first phone call through to after the funeral, their service has been outstanding. Nothing was too much trouble - Harry was incredible at helping us make decisions and arranging everything, from the church and date to the cars and the playlist of music.” — Eloise

“Percivals offer a first class supportive service to bereaved families. They hand hold from death through to burial or cremation. The family see the service as a vocation, no task is too small.” — Anne H.

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8. Brian Sharples and Son Limited

6.8 miles away

5
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“This is a family run business that truly cares. They gave help and support all the way, relieving much of the anxiety that organising a loved one's funeral can cause.” — nettie 0.

“They went above and beyond to help us in the most difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble and I was kept informed from the very start. They were truly professional. Truly grateful — thank you to all.” — frank o.

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9. Co-op Funeralcare

8.2 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everything was explained to me. The costs were reasonable. I would have no qualms about using them again.” — G B.

“I know that my loved ones were treated with the respect they deserved and I was treated kindly and was able to arrange my loved ones funerals without any problems.” — G B.

10. Brian Sharples and Son Limited

8.3 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service & support.” — Robert I.

“A truly dignified service from an excellent team.” — Annabel

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11. George Hill Funeral Directors

8.8 miles away

5
(60 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2735 Cremation from £1895
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“Freddie was very respectful and compassionate, able to arrange exactly what I wanted, and the entire team were highly professional. George Hill funeral directors were a huge help at a time of great sadness, following the loss of my wife.” — Andy A.

“Having never organised a funeral before we were feeling overwhelmed with the process, however we had nothing to worry about as Matt and his team helped us navigate this sad time with professionalism, kindness and respect. Nothing was too much trouble, no question too silly and all requests were met.” — Paula M.

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12. J and T Rhodes Ltd

8.9 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Couldn't have asked for more. Sensitive and professional. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.” — Drw C.

“Professional, caring service from the very start. Staff listen to personal preferences and treat with respect and dignity. J T Rhodes made a sad, upsetting time a more bearable experience.” — Sue B.

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    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
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    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

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    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

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    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

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