After a Death in North Yorkshire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

North Yorkshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Bernard Nicholson Funeral Directors logo

1. Bernard Nicholson Funeral Directors

5.1 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service, prompt, professional and carried out with care and compassion.” — Trevor W.

“The whole team at Bernard Nicholson were really sympathetic and helpful. Their service is second to none, everything we asked for was no problem.” — David P.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

5.4 miles away

4.8
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Ian at Harrogate was very responsive and professional on the day. A few small issues were quickly sorted and managed without fuss.” — John S.

“All very good service from Jane and Julie.” — Ian P.

3. Chapman Medd and Sons Funeral Directors

9.0 miles away

4.8
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Anytime we had a query or needed to drop something off, they were there for us, nothing was too much trouble for them. We rate them very highly, and were grateful for the fact that they were a local company with very high standards.” — Helen

“Claire and the team at Chapman Medd in Easingwold were superb; thoughtful, sensitive and very organised. They helped things go smoothly and thankfully reminded us of things we needed to do in good time.” — John M.

J G Fielder & Son - Easingwold logo

4. J G Fielder & Son - Easingwold

9.0 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Chris Fielder John Tattersall Paul Clark Simon Aston

Meet Chris, Helen, John +9

“We recommend JG Fielder in the strongest possible terms.” — Edward P.

“An exemplary, warm, professional and caring service throughout. I would give 10 stars if I could.” — Linz G.

5. Barthram Funeral Service

11.7 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Extremely professional, compassionate and friendly. Helped and supported my daughter and I through one of the worst times ever. I would not hesitate to recommend Barthram Funeral Service.” — Joy W.

“Sariah took the time to speak to the family on the day and was very calming and understanding of the situation regarding my dad's illness. They were so professional, caring and respectful. They followed our wishes to the letter.” — Marion W.

Wilson Willougby and Wetherills logo

6. Wilson Willougby and Wetherills

12.2 miles away

4.1
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My mother's funeral was arranged with every consideration and with grace and dignity.” — Louise W.

“Heartfelt thanks and eternal gratitude to Lee and Tricia for the utmost care and respect when collecting my loved one's body, and simultaneously gently and sensitively managing my emotions.” — Gill C.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare

12.6 miles away

3.8
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The team were friendly, patient and understanding during arranging our Mum's funeral. They couldn't do enough for us. I feel we were really looked after.” — Charlotte B.

“They helped my dad and I to find the perfect send off for my mother and what we chose was very fitting for her. My dad and I can't thank them enough for all they did for us.” — Gail H.

Gallagher Funeral Services logo

8. Gallagher Funeral Services

12.7 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1433 Cremation from £1500

“Excellent service, couldn't be more helpful, thank you” — Rog H.

“Excellent service, couldn't be more helpful, thank you” — Rog H.

Infinity Funeral Care logo

9. Infinity Funeral Care

12.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Harrogate funeral directors offering traditional, eco, simple & direct cremation services with compassionate, personalised care 24/7.

Neil and Sonya Milsted logo

10. Neil and Sonya Milsted

13.0 miles away

4.8
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Darren West George Burton James Smithson Neil & Sonya Milsted

Meet Darren, George, James +2

“Niel and Sonya were so kind and sent me a photo of the headstone to share with the family. Every contact I had with Niel and Sonya was professional and caring.” — L

“Neil and Sonya went that extra mile to smooth out difficulties, including changes of mind from the family. They enabled the family to focus on celebrating the life of our parents, happy in the knowledge that all the details of the funeral were covered.” — Sonya M.

11. Goods of Harrogate

14.1 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Melanie in the Harrogate office provided me with the most amazing service during a difficult time in my life.” — Richard B.

“Excellent care and attention to detail from Maria who helped us through a very sad time in our lives.” — Stephen L.

12. A Vause & Son Funeral Directors

14.5 miles away

1
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Debbie was so welcoming, kind and accomodating on my first visit after my husband died. My mum came with me, and we talked though options and drank tea. I couldn't have asked for …

    Sam Hobbs via Google
    5

    Generally couldn't thank abbotsfield anymore for their service. Very professional. Highly recommend even 10 years on. Jacqui, what a great asset you are to their team. Thank you f…

    Sarah Weaver via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Tracey, and Lyms enough. The level of care and support was amazing, the service was perfect. I would give 10 stars if I could. Kirby and her team were flawless. Mar…

    Amanda Walker via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The team at co-op funeralcare Andrew Holmes have been amazing from the moment I walked in the door. My father had pre-paid for his funeral and I can't tell you enough how amazing …

    Claire Wiseman via Google
    5

    My eternal gratitude to Southern Co-Op Funeralcare on the Isle of Wight for their compassion, support, understanding and exemplary professionalism throughout the planning and cond…

    Ian Hollingsworth via Google
    5

    I have no hesitation at all in recommending J.J. Burgess & Sons. Their kindess, empathy and understanding helped me to cope when my Mum passed away. Everyone was amazing from st…

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    E via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Excellent service from beginning to end. Efficient, compassionate, helpful, understanding and professional staff, Vic was dedicated to providing a funeral service exactly as wishe…

    julie draper via Google
    5

    Thank you to Greg & Anthony for your excellent & completely professional service with dealing our dear Mum. The whole experience for us was smooth and straightforward and we would…

    steve malley via Google
    5

    John arranged my Dads funeral, he was compassionate and caring thought out the whole of the planning and ceremony

    Samantha Egan via Google
    5

    On behalf of all the family I would like to thank Aaron Black Funeral Directors for the way they supported us in planning for Mum’s funeral. A special mention must go to Donna wh…

    Rob via Google