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

North East Derbyshire District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North East Derbyshire 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 East Derbyshire District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

B Hattersley and Sons Ltd logo

1. B Hattersley and Sons Ltd

0.4 miles away

5
(118 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All requests, from setting up a live stream to negotiating with the church, were handled efficiently and cheerfully. Lara and Simon were welcoming, courteous, had a lovely sense of humour and made things run very smoothly.” — Helen M.

“Nothing has been too much trouble and you have been fine ambassadors for the industry, really providing us all with comfort, attention and experience to make my Dad's passing as smooth as it could be.” — Mark H.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

2. The Co-operative Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

3.3
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My mother and myself were treated with the most upper respect. They were very kind. I could not fault the funeral — it did my mother proud.” — Sharon M.

“We honestly can't thank Sam and the team enough. Excellent service from the start, calm and peaceful environment for dad to rest.” — Michelle J.

Spire Funeral Services logo

3. Spire Funeral Services

0.8 miles away

5
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mark offered the ultimate in professionalism, service, empathy and any other quality that one might require at a similarly sad time. Mark, I cannot thank you enough. You are a gentleman.” — Stephen C.

“Care was shown from fetching John home to taking him to his final resting place and for the personal touches in between. Forever grateful.” — lisa m.

4. Chas Widdowson Funeral Director

1.4 miles away

4.9
(31 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Having not met them personally, they introduced themselves to us and went through everything that was going to happen — they could not have done any more for us. We were very grateful.” — carol d.

“I just cannot express enough about the professionalism, compassion and outstanding care the team gave my Dear Pops. From the bottom of my heart I thank you all so deeply for everything you did.” — Jayne B.

5. Co-op Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

4.7
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“When issues beyond their control arose the team found solutions without making a fuss or drawing attention. The team were really helpful and guided us through the process of arranging the funeral with empathy.” — James H.

“Deanna and Chloe at the Newbold branch were wonderful at organising our dad's funeral from the beginning stages to the actual funeral itself. They took care of everything, checked in on us as a family regularly and made it a beautiful celebration.” — Becky

Birds Funeral Services logo

6. Birds Funeral Services

2.3 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1900 Cremation from £2200
John Birds

Meet John, John, Liz +1

Family funeral directors serving Holymoorside & Chesterfield since 1913, offering personal, caring funeral services.

Freeman Daynes Funeral Service logo

7. Freeman Daynes Funeral Service

2.8 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great that a local business can take the time to sit and listen to whatever you need to say. Many thanks to Sally for arranging dad's funeral with the utmost understanding, sympathetic advice and professionalism.” — Diane G.

“They treat every family with real empathy and dignity. They create such a calm, supportive environment and truly go above and beyond for people during incredibly difficult moments.” — Kristina C.

8. Wetton Funeral Service (inc J J Needham and Son)

2.9 miles away

4.9
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Wettons organised the double funeral of my Nan and Grandad. Every member of staff we spoke to was lovely. We cannot thank Wettons enough for looking after us during a very difficult time for us all.” — Beth S.

“Kindness and courtesy are needed in times of sorrow and Wettons had both in plentiful supply. Nothing and no-one was rushed — every detail was attended to and we were given as much time as we needed at every point of the funeral. I cannot fault Wetton's for the service they provided to our family.” — Carol M.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

9. The Co-operative Funeralcare

4.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic job of my dad's funeral, everything was smoothly done and very caring service from Margo and Lynn. Can't recommend Co-op funeral highly enough - they'll take good care of your loved one.” — Michael D.

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The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

10. The Co-operative Funeralcare

4.6 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staveley coop funeral and Jo have been 1st class from start to finish with dealing with my mums funeral, can't fault them.” — Carol N.

“Jo and Mel are a credit to you as a company. If the world was full of people like you two it would be a much better place.” — Gemma T.

Spire Funeral Services logo

11. Spire Funeral Services

4.7 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My mum was laid to rest with respect and care. The team at Spire were really accommodating, very caring and deeply respectful. I speak for my two sisters who also felt the same.” — Victoria (.

“Thank you to Paul Wilson and colleagues of Staveley for their help, guidance and support from beginning to end during our sad loss. Nothing was too much trouble, very friendly, caring and professional service.” — Pat S.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    The most difficult time made so easy with the support and compassion of Jo and Joy who nursed me through every step of mum’s final journey. They listened and responded and ensure…

    Lisa Sharratt via Google
    5

    Absolutely amazing service. I cannot thank Alex and Kelly enough for their support, understanding and empathy throughout the whole process. I wholeheartedly recommend their servic…

    Jessics Lees via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    WCP from the moment of our first meeting were more than helpful and considerate in planning my father‘s funeral. The professionalism and personal service they provided made a very…

    Michelle Cullen via Google
    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    5

    It's taken a while to find the words. Although I have known Antony and Greg for many years having someone look after and care for my darling mum(94) like I have was a huge ask. Th…

    Chris Bracken via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

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

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    Our recent experience with Rowland brothers West Wickham was was excellent. They are kind and considerate and nothing was too much trouble. They listened to our needs and changes …

    sharon dowley via Google