After a Death in North Devon District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

North Devon District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North Devon 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 North Devon District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Co-op Funeralcare in Barnstaple, Devon, provides compassionate funeral services as part of the UK's largest funeral provider.

2. A G Simmonds and Sons

3.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Padfields Funeral Service logo

3. Padfields Funeral Service

4.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £3199

“Met with Jon the funeral director today. Attended to all our needs. Very patient, empathetic, caring understanding and respectful. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Di T.

“Met with Jon the funeral director today, Attended to all our needs, Very patient, empathetic, caring understanding and respectful, Nothing was too much trouble, Thankyou so much” — Di T.

R P Byrom and Son logo

4. R P Byrom and Son

4.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They share our passion for offering their families with the best standard of care and service.” — Ashes G.

“Above and beyond, graceful, moving, professional, faultless. Thank you Chris.” — Jonathan F.

South Molton Funeralcare inc J Westacott and Son logo

5. South Molton Funeralcare inc J Westacott and Son

7.6 miles away

4.3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff were very professional and caring at all stages of the sad occasion.” — David C.

“The lady that did all the arranging was amazing and great with my mum who lost her husband.” — Gareth J.

L Clarke and Sons logo

6. L Clarke and Sons

8.5 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have dealt with Clarke's on both professional and personal levels and have the highest regard for the quality of service they provide.” — David R.

“The lady in the office was absolutely amazing answering all our questions and telling us everything we needed to know. The first time my sister and I have had anything to do with a funeral.” — June P.

William Pearce and Son logo

7. William Pearce and Son

10.5 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All the staff were sensitive and made an obviously emotional situation go as smoothly as possible.” — Rob R.

“From the 1st phone call to picking up the ashes they have been brilliant. Everyone was kind, caring and professional without being over the top or morose. The funeral was absolutely perfect and I was informed about everything at all times.” — Carolynne L.

Bideford Funeralcare logo

8. Bideford Funeralcare

11.3 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Took the time and care for me and my family at a painful time.” — Alan B.

“What was a difficult time was made so much easier by the professional and caring service provided by the whole team. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble to make sure my dad had the best send off you could imagine.” — Trevor D.

Dafforn and Son logo

9. Dafforn and Son

12.1 miles away

1
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Independent funeral directors in Great Torrington, Devon, offering compassionate, personalised funeral services 24/7.

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10. Norman Lock and Son

20.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The respect, courtesy and kindness shown was superlative. Thank you from the top to the bottom of my heart.” — Dido B.

“You took over, organised and guided us through with dignity, sympathy and understanding. To be able to do this at the worst time in our lives is truly a gift.” — Sue W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

24.2 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Brilliantly helpful and understanding, thank you to all the staff.” — Jeanette

“The staff were very helpful, patient and understanding with our requests. The actual funerals went like clockwork — everything on time and as desired.” — Thomas B.

Albery & Redstone Funeral Directgors logo

12. Albery & Redstone Funeral Directgors

24.2 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“He is a perfectionist in all he does and goes the extra mile to meet the wishes of his clients. Our family recommends David as a very capable, caring and professional person and funeral director.” — Linda J.

“The whole family are truly grateful for the wonderful care and compassion David and the team showed from the first moment we made contact. You certainly made a very difficult time so much easier!” — Katie T.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google
    5

    There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anth…

    Pauline Kelly via Google
    5

    Right from the start to end of communication parkgrove have been so compassionate and thoughtful , they went out their way to accomodate any help or information we needed at the…

    Lindy Ross via Google
    5

    We have used Chadwick’s for our family funerals for years and mum wanted us to use them for her funeral too. They are always so respectful, helpful and compassionate and this time…

    June Pryce via Google