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

North West Leicestershire District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North West Leicestershire 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 West Leicestershire District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

A E Grice Funeral Service logo

1. A E Grice Funeral Service

2.2 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you to Annette, Melanie, and Gerard for caring for my Dad.” — Susan C.

“Our heartfelt thanks to Annette and Paula for all their help, patience and advice at a difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble. Everything went smoothly on the day due to their professionalism and attention to detail.” — Jane C.

2. Lee Cooper Independent Funeral Director

2.6 miles away

4.9
(34 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rachael was amazing! The staff made what was a terribly sad day bearable. They are second to none!” — Sue C.

“They are very caring and professional even to the point of making sure my aunt, an 80 year old, had locked up prior to leaving the house. A lovely lady even gave my aunt a hug when she thanked her. Their care and attention made a sad day more bearable.” — Herakles

Central England Co-operative logo

3. Central England Co-operative

3.1 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff here are so thoughtful and kind! We had such confidence in them taking care of grandpa. Would recommend to anyone and everyone!” — Becky b.

“I would like to say a big thankyou to Sharon and team for being so kind and considerate and helpful at this sad time. I would highly recommend coop funeral directors to anyone.” — Pamela

W B Bradford and Son Funeral Service logo

4. W B Bradford and Son Funeral Service

4.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

W B Bradford and Son in Measham offers over 100 years of compassionate funeral care, available 24/7 with personalised services.

The co-operative funeralcare logo

5. The co-operative funeralcare

5.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Wonderful care, attention to detail and organisation from Sandra and her team. Thank you so very much.” — Alexandra G.

“Fantastic care, compassionate and service from Karen and the team. Would highly recommend.” — Mu55a85

6. Shepshed and District Funeral Service

5.7 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Helen went above and beyond to make sure we felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. She was a true comfort during an incredibly sad and distressing time in our lives.” — KF L.

“Kirsty done a fantastic job for my dads funeral. Nothing was too much trouble, she was very considerate at all times.” — angela m.

7. FM & J Wait

5.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Ward and Brewin Funeral Service logo

8. Ward and Brewin Funeral Service

6.1 miles away

4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish everyone we dealt with was so professional and guided us through what is a tough time. We were updated on every step to make sure everything went smoothly. Lovely touch with the Scottish dress code.” — William H.

“I can't recommend Ward and Brewin enough for all of the care and attention at my aunts funeral, absolutely fantastic.” — Debra M.

Murray's Funeral Directors logo

9. Murray's Funeral Directors

6.8 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1250

“The team at Serenity were really helpful and put our minds at rest throughout. The new funeral home felt really peaceful. Could not thank them enough.” — Rose S.

“Meg made us feel welcome and cared for and nothing was too much trouble for her.” — Michelle T.

Heart of England Co-op Funerals Inc. Gillivers Funeral Services logo
5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2485 Cremation from £1790

“Thoughtful and caring. Helpful and informative at all times. Couldn't ask for more really.” — Jennie L.

“Very caring and helpful people for a difficult sad time.” — Mags C.

The Cooperative Funeralcare logo

11. The Cooperative Funeralcare

7.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Professional caring and compassionate in the way they looked after my father and made me proud they also made it as painless and as easy as possible” — Steve G.

“Professional caring and compassionate in the way they looked after my father and made me proud they also made it as painless and as easy as possible thank you very much” — steve g.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

12. The Co-operative Funeralcare

7.7 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Professional caring and compassionate in the way they looked after my father and made me proud they also made it as painless and as easy as possible thank you very much” — Steve G.

“Professional caring and compassionate in the way they looked after my father and made me proud they also made it as painless and as easy as possible thank you very much” — steve g.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google