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

North Kesteven District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North Kesteven 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 Kesteven District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Phillips Funeral Service

3.9 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rachel is warm, caring and professional. I cannot recommend her highly enough.” — Fiona S.

“Friendly, professional and empathetic sums up this wonderful company who I would hugely recommend. Thank you to all at R Phillips for the wonderful service from start to finish.” — Wendy H.

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2. Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services

5.4 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“If you want to give your loved ones a beautiful service then Michelle is your lady to talk to.” — Lisa-marie T.

“I can't thank Michelle enough for everything she did for my dad, and I can't thank enough Sarah and Belinda for the time they gave me just to chat to them.” — Lisa-marie T.

3. Colin Ward Funeral Services Ltd

5.7 miles away

4.8
(42 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My Mother in law wanted to see him in their chapel of rest on a Saturday when they are closed and they were more than happy to accommodate. You really get the personal touch.” — Hannah O.

“A big thank you to Barry who drove us all there, such a lovely and friendly man, made us feel very relaxed. It was perfect from start to finish, the detail was spot on.” — Jenna S.

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4. Lincoln Co-operative Funeral Services

9.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Lincoln Co-operative Funeral Services offers compassionate, professional funeral care in Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, as part of Lincolnshire Co-op.

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5. J E Severs

10.4 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Both John and Emma Severs were kind, patient, very professional and guided me through everything I needed to do. They gave a wonderful service throughout. I cannot recommend them highly enough.” — Pamela J.

“Always on the end of the phone to guide us through a difficult, emotional process, so grateful for all your help and the prompt, professional way you dealt with the whole journey.” — sally k.

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6. Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services

10.5 miles away

4.6
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The whole process from first contact to the funeral service was exceptional. We were kept fully updated at every point with respect shown by the co-op at all times.” — Mark Q.

“I would like to express my gratitude for the dignity and respect shown for my mum Debra Shaw and the professionalism given before, during and after the Mass service and committal. On behalf of my dad, sister and myself, we thank you all very much.” — brendan s.

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7. Priestley and Cockett

10.8 miles away

5
(69 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The flowers for Mum's coffin were a perfect tribute to her love of roses and her wedding bouquet. Sarah, Gill and Daniel were courteous, supportive, respectful and empathetic. Every detail was carefully planned with us.” — A D.

“I had to arrange my dad's funeral recently long distance as I don't live in the area, but everything was made so much easier by the kindness, compassion and professionalism of Andrew. The day itself was as lovely as these things can be - everyone was so respectful and kind it made everything so much more bearable.” — Helen L.

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8. Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services

11.7 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“These people are fab at their job it was a wonderful experience and couldn't of asked for anything better they made the whole day lovely and stress free” — Lisa H.

“These people are fab at their job it was a wonderful experience and couldn't of asked for anything better they made the whole day lovely and stress free x thanks to you all x” — Lisa H.

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9. Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services

12.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Lincolnshire Co-operative Funeral Services in Coningsby offers compassionate, professional funerals including direct cremation and bespoke services.

10. Robert Holland Funeral Director Ltd

13.3 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They are also very understanding about financial difficulties and again are very supportive. The funeral although very sad would have done my mum proud.” — Dionne N.

“From the time they were speaking to our family outside her room until the coffin settled in the ground they were amazing. Attention to detail and always the little things that make a big difference.” — Simon H.

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11. E Gill & Sons Funeral DIrectors

13.3 miles away

5
(33 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Our funeral director David R. Gill was very helpful and supportive. Very professional service. I will never use any other company.” — Joanna S.

“David Gill was exceptionally pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable. He and his team were the epitome of respectful professionalism on the day of my dear friend's burial. I would wholeheartedly recommend E Gill & Sons.” — Deborah G.

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12. David Holland Funeral Services

13.5 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Ruth was so kind and caring. She made the whole experience of planning my mum in law's funeral as easy as it could be, even when we changed our minds. We knew that we were in great hands and had nothing to worry about.” — Gill S.

“Our sincere thanks for the care and compassion you showed our family after the loss of our mother. Your service has been faultless and I thank you for easing the burden on our shoulders.” — Glynis B.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google