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

Kirklees District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Kirklees 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 Kirklees District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

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1. Co-op Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

4.8
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Becky and Charlotte provided constant updates and support which we are extremely grateful for, nothing was too much trouble. It made a very hard day easier for us.” — WENDY S.

“Every small detail was thought of and carried out with dignity, the day was flawless in every way.” — Ann B.

2. Radcliffe Funeral Service Inc F Lindley and Son

1.2 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All the funeral directors and staff members are lovely warm welcoming people.” — Matt H.

“I cannot speak highly enough about the support, compassion and organisational skills provided by the team at Radcliffe Funeral Service.” — Shaun F.

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3. McNulty Funeral Services

1.7 miles away

4.3
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you so much to Paul, Grace and staff for their efficient and kind attention looking after my daughter who died suddenly.” — Carol R.

“Paul, his wife and the team are a credit to their profession.” — Dean K.

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4. D J Screen and Sons

1.8 miles away

5
(105 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1800

“Everything was handled with dignity and respect, and nothing was too much trouble. Their kindness and attention to detail truly made a difference, allowing us to focus on remembering him rather than worrying about arrangements.” — Brionagh G.

“What was a difficult situation for me was made easier by the compassion and professionalism shown by Gavin. To say the day of the funeral ran like clockwork is an understatement. It was faultless.” — Peter D.

5. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

4.7
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Particular praise to Sky Burton Smith who planned the service and organised the order of service. I received lots of emails praising the whole funeral from people who attended.” — Howard W.

“What a truly amazing team, everything went smoothly at this difficult time of losing my husband. So calming and comforting at this sad time. From start to finish this experience was outstanding.” — Jacqueline L.

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6. Huddersfield Funeral Home

1.9 miles away

5
(52 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1645

“Jyden was so supportive toward my father when he came to the house. The limo driver was amazing with my father who has his own health issues and communication problems. You made a difficult and emotional time feel like you cared and understood our needs.” — Julie J.

“From the very first meeting with Paul I was confident that the funeral service would be everything I had hoped for. Nothing was too much trouble, the attention to detail and his communication was first class.” — Sarah B.

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7. Highfield Funeral Service

2.0 miles away

4.5
(79 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We appreciated the availability of Robert Maguire, even on weekends, and found that no challenge was too difficult to resolve. The staff demonstrated kindness and professionalism, ensuring our needs were met with compassion.” — V

“The compassionate support of Andrew Gledhill helping us organise my dad's funeral this last week was second to none. His advice was great and he made the process simple and efficient and the service itself was beautiful.” — Ruth R.

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8. Austin's Funeral Service

2.4 miles away

1
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Austin's Funeral Service in Harpenden offers compassionate, 24/7 funeral care with 300+ years of Hertfordshire heritage.

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9. Joseph Sheard

2.9 miles away

4.9
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Melanie looked after me throughout the whole process and the day of the funeral went without fault. The team here made my whole experience, in a difficult time, easy and seamless.” — Jamie B.

“Martin and Jude at the Mirfield office were very professional and looked after mum and us with great care. They helped us to go through the process with compassion and empathy.” — H J.

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10. George Brooke Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2800 Cremation from £1645

“He had a fabulous send off. We all felt well supported and informed at all times. Thank you George Brooke funeral directors for the perfect day.” — Debbie P.

“Such a caring, friendly and professional service provided, above and beyond.” — Jacqueline R.

11. Radcliffe Funeral Service Inc F Lindley and Son

3.4 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The insight and support of how to provide and then deliver the best funeral for him, we couldn't have done it without you and it made such a difference. The team effort did Dad proud.” — Wendy M.

“We were guided through the entire process with care and an extremely personal service, and felt in good hands at all times. The embalmer's expert skills made Mum look more peaceful and comfortable in her final days than we had seen her look in several years.” — Janine A.

12. T W Birks and Son

3.5 miles away

4.8
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were sensitive to our needs and helpful in every respect. We would thoroughly recommend their services should the occasion demand.” — Nigel D.

“They planned the perfect way to say goodbye to my husband.” — Irene F.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson 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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google