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

Islington

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Islington 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 Islington

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

0.4 miles away

4.3
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you to Craig and all at Holloway Funeral Care for looking after mum and giving her the perfect send off. Everything went smoothly thanks to Craig and his team.” — Caroline M.

“Maggie was very friendly and gave us time to tailor the funeral to our wishes. She made an unpleasant experience of arranging a funeral as simple as possible. All the staff were exemplary.” — Sharon

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2. A France & Son (Kings Cross)

0.6 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They took care of everything, including the flowers which were beautiful — all went very smoothly and on time, with no extra stress, which we were grateful for on an occasion as sad as the day was.” — Janet O.

“We wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything Rachael, Jason and all of the team did for my husband's aunt's funeral and for ensuring that everything went smoothly on the day.” — Bruna M.

3. W G Miller Ltd

0.7 miles away

4.9
(77 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Millers provided an extremely professional and caring service both in advance and on the day of my mother's funeral. I highly recommend them.” — Katie M.

“You would be hard pushed to find a more professional establishment when saying goodbye to a loved one. From start to finish the team are understanding and helpful.” — Marina R.

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4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

4.9
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The wonderful lady at Co-op Funeralcare Kentish Town branch did an excellent job, listened to what we wanted and made the process run smoothly.” — Bill M.

“Nic looked after us and helped us every step of the way ❤️” — Russell J.

5. LDC Funeral Services Ltd

1.5 miles away

5
(106 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He was respectful of our Indian traditions/rituals, and knew exactly how to work with different/strong personalities in the family to ensure everything went smooth on the day. He even provided guidance on preparing for my Dad's eulogy, and was in touch even after the funeral. I specifically asked to provide feedback to support this small family business so others can trust their services like I did.” — Shiamalee P.

“From our first meeting where I felt as though I had known them for ages, to the day of the funeral, which ran with impeccable smoothness, they were compassionate, imaginative, understanding and dedicated to creating a unique farewell. It is entirely due to Paul and Dan that the farewell had both elegance and dignity but also joy. They have made our loss so much easier to bear.” — Oengus M.

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6. A France and Son

1.6 miles away

5
(89 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My mother's funeral was beautifully arranged and carried out with dignity and grace. It was everything we hoped for and more, and we are truly grateful for the compassion and dedication shown by everyone involved.” — Gillian H.

“Every detail was handled with professionalism and respect, and they made what could have been an overwhelming process feel manageable and personal. The service itself was absolutely lovely, dignified, beautifully organised, and a true reflection of my grandad's life.” — Molly E.

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7. Hayes and English

1.6 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He asked if it was possible to transfer the ashes into my own urn and he did it for me without any issues despite not using them for the service. He was very kind and helpful and put me at ease with my situation.” — Annie T.

“I was miles away in Jamaica and I was comforted knowing that Hayes and English would do an amazing job taking care of my dear uncle. Thank you for your warmth and professionalism. It was a beautiful journey and day.” — Keniesha B.

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8. William Beckett

1.7 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their attention and kindness without fault. They made what was a difficult time so much easier.” — Kevin H.

“The service was as though dealing with a friend. Special thanks to Neil who was so patient, answering questions before the day and providing excellent service on the day along with his team!” — Jane L.

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9. T Cribb and Sons

1.7 miles away

4.9
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“Nothing was too much trouble from the minute we engaged their services to the minute they left the cemetery. I would wholeheartedly recommend T Cribb and Sons to anyone looking for a caring and professional funeral directors.” — Nikki H.

“He sat with my sisters and I on two occasions and we shared beautiful memories of mum with him. On the day of the service he read so beautifully about mummy, as if he was a lifelong friend.” — dawn b.

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10. Samuel Gumbs Funeral Directors Ltd

1.8 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2600 Cremation from £1500

“She gave my father the most amazing sendoff. The service she provided was 100% perfect and the cars and the bearers were so professional and respectful.” — irene b.

“Our mum had the most respectful send off we could have hoped for. Ann made the whole process much easier to manage, guided us through everything clearly and with real compassion, and nothing ever felt like too much trouble.” — Tasha L.

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11. Harrison Funeral Home

2.0 miles away

4.8
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mary is absolutely fantastic at her job and looks after your every need. You won't find anyone more sympathetic, professional and as understanding as Mary in your time of need.” — Dino T.

“Charlotte supported me immensely and lent an ear to all my troubles through this awful time. She treated my Laurence with dignity and spoke to him as a living person. Charlotte spent hours and hours with me at a time when I was experiencing huge stress and anguish.” — S M.

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12. Co-op Funeralcare

2.4 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Compassionate and professional service. Made the process easy under the circumstances.” — Debbie B.

“Owen and team were extremely helpful and respectful with dealing with the loss of my Brother.” — Jo L.

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