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

“The cost of all his hard work was far less than I would have originally anticipated, especially as there were no hidden extras at the end. The final invoice was as originally quoted. I can with all sincerity recommend Chris and his team to take care of your sad and important day for you.” — Brian S.

“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 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Very professional and very friendly, helped us through this difficult time with compassion and kindness” — Pauline W.

L Clarke and Sons logo

6. L Clarke and Sons

8.5 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“One feels totally confident in the professional approach they offer whilst also feeling that personal and emotional needs are dealt with with empathy, compassion and, when appropriate, humour.” — David R.

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
(6 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.

Norman Lock and Son logo

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
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“Richard Lamb and his team were most helpful and kind in planning my brother's funeral. Thank you.” — Glenys W.

Albery & Redstone Funeral Directgors logo

12. Albery & Redstone Funeral Directgors

24.2 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Albery Kay Albery

Meet David, Kay

“Fiona provided excellent support and communication from start to finish in arranging all aspects of my Mother's funeral. On the day itself David was in quiet control ensuring everything went well.” — Jake M.

“Cannot recommend this company enough. Fantastic people who made a hard time that little bit more bearable. There was nothing that was too much bother. Very grateful to all the staff especially David who treated my Daughter with utmost kindness, patience and respect during the whole process.” — Janet G.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

    tracey williams via Google
    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

    Yusa Minto via Google
    5

    In my darkest days when it was too difficult to say the words outloud, that my dad had passed, I was able to WhatsApp Lewis in the first instance for help,support and guidance.Thi…

    Julie B via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Always a lot to choose from and staff always lovely

    Pauline Forfar via Google
    5

    Very much appreciated the way in which Elaine and all at Haven, including the celebrant Robin Sanderson supported me and my family as we dealt with losing and saying goodbye to my…

    Mary Gallagher via Google
    5

    On behalf of my family, I would like to thank Simon and all the staff at Dutton and Hallmark for the outstanding service provided for our two family funerals earlier this year. T…

    Kate Carr via Google