Midlothian
If someone has died in the Midlothian area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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3.0 miles away
“Carla is great, so helpful and down to earth, nothing a problem — very professional staff.” — ANGELA C.
“On the day of the service, their professionalism and respectful presence brought our family immense comfort.” — Jacquie H.
3.2 miles away
“Gregor was everything you would expect from such a quality brand. A true Funeral Director in every sense of the word helping to organise every detail of the service, cars, crematorium and even the post event celebration in the golf club. Nothing was too much trouble, including dealing with me and my ridiculous attention to detail!” — Neil L.
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“Excellent service — prompt, efficient and sensitive. Would highly recommend.” — Jackie M.
“I felt I could relax with their guidance and professionalism. Coop led the way from start to finish.” — Elaine J.
3.5 miles away
“Angela and Stuart are first class in every aspect of the care they give.” — George G.
“Everyone I dealt with showed deep respect and empathy. I was made comfortable at a very sad time to be able to make decisions about my husband's arrangements. They took very good care of him.” — Ann T.
4.4 miles away
“First class treatment throughout, highly recommended, very professional.” — Dennis T.
“All employees involved were extremely sincere and comforting and helpful during this difficult time. We all did her proud ❤” — Yvonne L.
4.4 miles away
“I wanted to know how we could save the plaque from his coffin and the woman was so helpful in calling to find out what happens with it and ordered us a replica so we have a keepsake with his name on it. I'll be forever grateful to William Purves both for the beautiful service and that extremely helpful gesture.” — Aimee D.
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4.4 miles away
“Scotmid Funerals in Penicuik took care of my mother's funeral arrangements and did a professional job from start to finish.” — Matrix
“Scotmid Funerals in Penicuik took care of my mother's funeral arrangements and did a professional job from start to finish. Would highly recommend.” — Matrix
5.2 miles away
“The professionalism of Elaine our funeral planner and her understanding of our wishes gave us closure at what is a very emotional time. We decided on the gathering and the music with a montage of photographs - the service arranged and conducted by ourselves with family members. We get to do it our way, and that's what you get with Fosters.” — cameron l.
“Elaine was just so kind, considerate and took her time. She made sure my dad had such a beautiful service. Everything was done beautifully.” — Claire C.
5.3 miles away
“Could not ask for better support... Agnes was the women who helped me with my dads funeral gave great support before and after helping with arrangements.” — alanna m.
“Could not ask for better support... Agnes was the women who helped me with my dads funeral gave great support before and after helping with arrangements.” — alanna m.
5.9 miles away
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“William Purves did everything with care, tact and professionalism during what was a difficult time for me.” — David G.
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6.2 miles away
“Robin was great to deal with and he ensured that everything went smoothly on the day of our father's funeral.” — Andy T.
“H & W Harkess were instrumental in providing my mother with a wonderful funeral. They looked after everything from start to finish in a most professional manner by taking on board all my worries leaving me free to grieve for my loss.” — David S.
Free tools
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