Northumberland
If someone has died in the Northumberland area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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5.4 miles away
Alistair Turner Funeral Directors in Rothbury offers compassionate, professional funeral care with roots dating back to 1922.
10.1 miles away
“Chris was extremely compassionate, kind, professional and highly organised from the very start. He organised an excellent day for my mother's funeral with involvement of St Aidans Catholic Church, delivering a very personal and uplifting service. Everyone said how much they thought of the day.” — Mary C.
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10.1 miles away
“Julie was so understanding at our sad time. Hopefully it's a long time before we need to use Morpeth again but it will be our first and only choice.” — Colin S.
“Absolutely amazing service from everyone handling my Dad's funeral plans from the start, organised, handled with the utmost respect and care, always available to speak to when needed and very supportive.” — Amanda L.
10.3 miles away
We are a local independent family funeral directors.
13.1 miles away
“We were treated with kindness, genuine compassion and professionalism in what was obviously a very difficult time for the family, especially given the restrictions due to the pandemic. All our needs were seen to without fuss and with understanding.” — Chris
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14.1 miles away
“Dealt with respectfully and with the highest level of professionalism. Thank you for making an awful time in our lives easier to deal with.” — Lesley D.
“My mother was collected in the early hours from her care home. I visited her every day in the chapel of rest. I was always treated politely and with respect by all staff and kept up to date with all planning.” — Michael P.
14.3 miles away
“W S Harrison provided an absolutely outstanding service for my Mum's funeral. They were so kind, caring and empathetic and so professional and efficient. I cannot recommend them highly enough.” — Sarah T.
“Louise listened very carefully as I explained exactly what I wanted. At times, she prompted me to consider things I hadn't thought of and she made helpful suggestions based on her extensive experience. But every detail was determined by me.” — Julian B.
14.4 miles away
“Absolutely fantastic care, the staff were excellent, couldn't do enough for me. Funeral arrangement 5 stars.” — Sandra M.
“I had absolutely no hesitation in returning to Co-op Funeralcare in Ashington to arrange the funeral of my Mam, as they had done such a fabulous job when my Dad died 11 years ago.” — Neil B.
14.5 miles away
“The staff were immaculate and treated us and our mother with kindness, dignity and respect. This was a fitting tribute to our late mam. It was nice to get a courtesy call the day after.” — Linda D.
“Director Chris showed great empathy and warmth and his attention to detail throughout the process was faultless. He took care of everything which took the pressure off the family.” — Graeme
14.5 miles away
“Very nice calm place. Hollie, the funeral arranger was brilliant.” — Marion R.
“I have the rare privilege of being able to congratulate the Co-op Funeral Department for the excellent way all the staff helped me in every possible way during the arrangement of my wife Maureen's cremation.” — Ray C.
15.0 miles away
Part of the William Purves group, offering compassionate, professional funeral services in Amble, Northumberland for over five generations.
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