After a Death in Highland | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Highland

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Highland 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 Highland

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. D Gunn Funeral Directors

13.3 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Friendly locally based staff who go that extra mile to take care of you.” — Annette M.

“As a family we have been well supported, all questions answered promptly and felt that everything was very personal. Highly recommend.” — Gordon D.

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2. John Fraser and Son

13.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £1990 Cremation from £1900
Alan McDiarmid Andrew Wheeler Andrew Wheeler Chris Fisher

Meet Alan, Andrew, Andrew +37

Fourth-generation family funeral directors in Dingwall, offering compassionate 24/7 funeral, memorial and pre-paid plan services since 1884.

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3. John Fraser and Son

23.8 miles away

4.5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3130 Cremation from £1950
Alan McDiarmid Andrew Wheeler Andrew Wheeler Chris Fisher

Meet Alan, Andrew, Andrew +38

“The team there are very professional and they delivered a quality service for our family. Thank you again for being so thoughtful and caring.” — Simon K.

“Very supportive and understanding. Ensured we were well cared for after the loss of a loved one and guided us step by step through the processes. Funeral itself was perfect with everything requested done with precision and class. Could not have asked for better.” — H P.

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4. D Chisholm and Sons

23.8 miles away

4.6
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2950 Cremation from £2950
David Connell David Connell George Chisholm George Chisholm

Meet Andrew, Andrew, Andrew +40

“I couldn't have asked for a more dignified and beautiful funeral for my grandmother. Such professionalism and kindness.” — Claire H.

“It made the day a little easier — at the funeral they were very respectful and dignified, I couldn't fault them.” — art b.

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5. W G Catto

55.2 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I honestly wish I could give more stars! Bob Proctor and his team treated me so well when I was sorting my grandad's funeral. I can't fault them at all!” — Laura C.

“The team take the utmost care and show a huge level of respect which is hugely comforting. If I required this service in the area this would always be the first place I would go without exception.” — Tracey M.

6. M D Macleod Ltd

55.6 miles away

4.8
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service from a lovely friendly and compassionate team.” — Rae

“Service provided by Muriel & Lynne was great, the attention to detail, taking us through everything & explaining each costs. They did the requests as asked for & nothing was missed.” — Catriona M.

7. John McLellan and Company Ltd

59.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Calvin Booker Calvin Booker James Donaldson James Donaldson

Meet Calvin, Calvin, James +9

“Thank you for your love, care and support not only to my dad but to myself and all our family. There are not enough ways to thank all the wonderful staff.” — Lisa M.

“Right from my dad's passing up until he was laid to rest he was in safe hands and in a safe and peaceful place. The level of care shown by each and every member of the team was exceptional. No request was a problem and we got to give my dad the funeral he would have wanted.” — Lisa M.

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8. Frank S McLean and Son Ltd

59.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“With their confident quiet guidance, it let me concentrate on the saying goodbye to my parents without having to think of what next step and who to organise next.” — Jenny L.

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9. Frank S McLean and Son Ltd

67.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Family-run funeral directors and monumental masons in Buckie, Banffshire, offering 24/7 support and funeral planning services.

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10. Frank S McLean and Son Ltd

68.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Family-run funeral directors and monumental masons in Keith, Banffshire, available 24/7 and offering Golden Charter funeral plans.

11. Dunnetts Funeral Directors

78.8 miles away

4.5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A caring family Funeral Directors, Sinclair and everyone took time to explain the processes involved at a very difficult time.” — Calum M.

“We had a very hard and long stretch and they couldn't have been nicer, lovely caring people. Thank you for all you have done.” — Fiona G.

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12. Dunnetts Funeral Directors

82.5 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Exceptional compassionate service with excellent attention to every detail.” — Shona H.

“Exceptional compassionate service with excellent attention to every detail.” — Shona H.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Helen for all her kindness, care and support during such a difficult time for our family. As Ukrainians, we have very different f…

    Kateryna Kurasova via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Superb service - a warm, personable, reassuring and wholly empathetic reception from initial point of contact through to conclusion - cannot be faulted. Most highly recommended.

    Roger Collings via Google
    5

    Absolutely worry free funeral service for my Dad from John Hogg Funeral Directors. I cant thank them enough, especially Stuart, who made sure everything ran smoothly, was always c…

    Roni Taggart via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
    5

    From the moment I walked through the door the staff at Coopers, Lewes, made me feel at ease and supported. At a difficult time, Anastasia, the manager and her colleagues, Angela …

    Maureen Boynton via Google