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
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their service is second to none, everything we asked for was no problem.” — David P.

“Clear, simple and caring cremation plan which, when my partner passed away, fulfilled its promise to the letter.” — Edward S.

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
(20 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.

“To Lee and Tricia for the upmost 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
(13 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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    in the last week
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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    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