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

Midlothian

Bereavement support & funeral directors

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.

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 Midlothian

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Herkes Funeral Directors

3.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Carla is great so helpful and down to earth nothing a problem very professional staff” — Angela C.

“Fantastic service Carla is great so helpful and down to earth nothing a problem very professional staff” — ANGELA C.

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2. M and F Funeral Services

3.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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3. William Purves (Funeral Directors) Ltd

3.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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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4. Co-op Funeralcare

3.4 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I felt I could relax with their guidance and professionalism. Coop led the way from start to finish.” — Elaine J.

“So helpful, helped me through an awful time after losing my husband.” — Susan J.

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5. H and W Harkess

3.5 miles away

4.4
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very helpful staff during a very difficult time following the death of my mum. Made a difficult time much easier.” — Joanna S.

“Stuart, Angela, Muhammad and all staff were extremely professional and helpful throughout the whole process for my late Uncle.” — Alister D.

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6. Scotmid Funerals

4.4 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1695 Cremation from £900

“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.

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7. William Purves (Funeral Directors) Ltd

4.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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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8. Scotmid Funerals

4.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1695 Cremation from £900

“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

“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

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9. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

5.2 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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 our own gathering, music, and a montage of photographs — and that's exactly what you get with Fosters.” — cameron l.

“She 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.

10. Niddrie Funeralcare

5.3 miles away

4
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

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11. William Purves (Funeral Directors) Ltd

5.9 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“William Purves did everything with care, tact and professionalism during what was a difficult time for me. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anybody in a similar situation.” — David G.

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12. H and W Harkess

6.2 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“H & W Harkess were instrumental in providing my mother with a wonderful funeral.” — David S.

“Robin was great to deal with and he ensured that everything went smoothly on the day of our father's funeral.” — Andy T.

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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