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

Lancaster District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Lancaster 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 Lancaster District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Alan M Fawcett logo

1. Alan M Fawcett

2.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Independent family funeral directors in Carnforth, North Lancashire, serving families with dignity and care since 1973.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

3.1 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Co-op Funeralcare could not have been more professional or helpful to our family when organising our mother's funeral. The day was exactly what she would have wanted and we will forever be grateful for that.” — CatherineE

“Excellent, cannot fault this service one bit. Very helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Denise and the rest of the team, thank you so much for helping me and my family through a difficult time.” — Barbara W.

Preston Ireland Bowker logo

3. Preston Ireland Bowker

3.3 miles away

4.8
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I cannot thank you enough for the dignified and beautiful funeral for my mum. You showed such compassion for us all and our loved one. It was a truly beautiful send off.” — Jackie S.

“Small and important touches made us feel that our loved one was in compassionate hands.” — Anne L.

Alan M Fawcett logo

4. Alan M Fawcett

3.4 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Used Fawcetts for both my mother's and later my father's funerals. They provide a very personal, family service. Everything sorted with the minimum of fuss.” — Paul H.

“Alan M Fawcett ensured that nothing was too much trouble for us as a family during that sad time. And the actual funeral itself went flawlessly.” — Ken M.

5. Co-op Funeralcare

4.6 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very helpful team in assisting in making the funeral arrangements and transfer to Kent for the funeral.” — Jackie J.

“Liam did an amazing job with the service and I can't thank the whole team enough. The flowers were beautiful and order of service was to a very high standard.” — V S.

Morecambe and Heysham Funeral Services logo

6. Morecambe and Heysham Funeral Services

5.8 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Well organised, kind and helpful staff, a beautiful service from start to finish.” — Kay C.

“Complete care and attention at such a difficult time. A pleasure to communicate with, very efficient and sympathetic. Good value too, with no hidden extras.” — John G.

Alex Willis Funeral Home logo

7. Alex Willis Funeral Home

6.7 miles away

4.4
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“David was a pleasure to work with. He went above and beyond to ensure the service was everything my sister and I wanted. He was thoughtful and considerate and kept us updated throughout the process.” — sarah g.

“Jon was very helpful and caring from start to finish with my son's funeral service. The same care and compassion was also given to my parents who I lost 5 days apart.” — Rose H.

Fishwicks Funeral Service logo

8. Fishwicks Funeral Service

8.9 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Darren Wilson Darren Wilson David Ponton David Ponton

Meet Darren, Darren, David +9

“Taking us each step of the way without being pushy and explaining everything so thoroughly. From the first phone call we made to them, they have been absolutely brilliant throughout.” — Helen B.

“Lisa was so helpful and reassuring. Great at communicating with me and was always available if I needed to chat. They really are a personal and respectful group of people who will look after your loved one once they have passed.” — Ruth B.

Little and Caine Ltd logo

9. Little and Caine Ltd

10.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Craig Davidson Craig Davidson Gareth McClelland Gareth McClelland

Meet Craig, Craig, Gareth +15

Family-run independent funeral directors serving Grange-over-Sands since 1948, offering caring and professional funeral services.

10. Saunders & Son Funeral Directors Limited

11.0 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2995 Cremation from £1350
Liam Appleby

Meet Liam

“Liam is a great professional and looked after us all the way.” — Morgan D.

“He has been very professional and caring with my family at our time of bereavement.” — Mark W.

L Stewart Dimond and Son Ltd logo

11. L Stewart Dimond and Son Ltd

12.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

L Stewart Dimond and Son Ltd is a funeral director serving Garstang and the Preston area of Lancashire.

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12. Moons Funeral Service

14.0 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Georgina was very helpful, understanding and professional at every stage. When my Mum passed recently we went to Moons again as she wished — I'm glad we did.” — Malc N.

“The whole team at Moon's went above and beyond to prepare a wonderful and dignified service for Dad. They were always available to answer any doubts or concerns that we had regarding arrangements.” — George E.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google