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
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“Amazing care, support and love shown to our amazing mum and all her family. So much respect was shown to us all at a very difficult time. Nothing was ever too much and they were always there at the end of the phone for any queries we had. We will be forever grateful.” — Gemma C.

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3. Preston Ireland Bowker

3.3 miles away

4.8
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You showed such compassion for us all and our loved one. It was a truly beautiful send off.” — Jackie S.

“Small and important touches that 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
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“James whom we met the morning of the funeral walked us through the whole service and was on hand if we needed anything. I have no bad word to say, I would definitely recommend for anyone having to make any arrangements like we did.” — jessica n.

“They went above and beyond when its the small things that have the biggest impact, nothing was too much trouble.” — Diana M.

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.

“A truly wonderful service. This made a sad and difficult time that much more bearable.” — Richard F.

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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
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Darren Wilson Darren Wilson Darren Wilson David Ponton

Meet Darren, Darren, Darren +15

“Making it feel like a celebration not a goodbye.” — Sophie L.

“My dad who was a keen fisherman was allowed to have some of his favourite fishing tackle around his coffin!” — Paul H.

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
(7 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

    in the last week
    5

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

    Steven Glass 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

    Recently had to use for my FinL funeral. The service from first walking through the door to final email was faultless. Kate looked after us and him beautifully, navigated us throu…

    Bizzybeejo Green via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

    Shirley via Google
    5

    I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with ge…

    Katie via Google
    5

    From first contact with Carshalton branch Theresa to the ceremony lead by Anita. Everything was handled with dignity and great supportive care. Clear explanation and helpful sugge…

    Mike Cox via Google
    in the last week
    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
    5

    I would unreservedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors for their services. During the recent heartbreaking loss of our beloved mam, we were dealt with with the utmost respec…

    Linda Wind via Google
    5

    I cannot rate the service we received more highly. Cathy Houghton is a credit to the Co op, Rowner and her profession. She treated my brothers and I with kindness, empathy and mad…

    Michael Richardson via Google