After a Death in Oldham District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Oldham District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Oldham 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 Oldham District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. T Collins and Son Ltd

0.9 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The whole family were so pleased with Darren and his team. Such a delight to work with.” — Missyme

“Darren and the team made the whole experience from beginning to end as easy as possible under the sad circumstances of my mums passing.” — Karen H.

2. G Barlow and Sons Ltd

1.6 miles away

4.9
(54 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Having used Sarah and the excellent team at Barlow's on three occasions I cannot praise them highly enough. Each funeral has been expertly handled from start to finish.” — Charles S.

“Frank endeavoured to assure everything was 100% perfect for mum's final journey. We cannot thank Frank and Barlows for their support and strength they gave us.” — Kim S.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

4.4
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My grandad James Ingham had the most amazing send off yesterday and we as a family couldn't thank you all enough. Again thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.” — Hayley D.

“Contact maintained after funeral to offer help and advice and to ask how I am. Such lovely staff. Could not have been any more helpful and supportive.” — Jeannette S.

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4. Robert Nuttall Funeral Service

2.0 miles away

4.9
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Debs and Yvonne looked after my mum's funeral arrangements and us like we knew them personally — very warm, friendly, and they made a very difficult time run smoothly.” — Allison W.

“Nothing was too much trouble from organising the funeral, to arranging visits, through to the procession itself, and even the music — everything we wanted, and it was perfect.” — Robert W.

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5. Hedley Jackson Funeral Directors

2.0 miles away

4.8
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2190 Cremation from £1625
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“They were available to answer my questions any time and nothing was too much trouble. I cannot thank the Hedley Jackson family enough for the empathy and kindness shown to our family following the death of my husband.” — A L.

“They turned out in the middle of the night and then did a home visit to accommodate family members. They recommended a superb celebrant for the ceremony and on the day were supportive to the end. Faultless and highly recommended.” — Dean B.

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6. Royton Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

4.7
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Your professionalism, compassion, and care made a very difficult day a little easier for our family. We are truly grateful for everything you did.” — Sarah O.

“Tracey has been extremely helpful while organising my aunt's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and she was approachable and professional at all times.” — lesley l.

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7. Wild and Brierley Limited

2.2 miles away

4.9
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you for the compassionate care you gave my mum Carole and for the beautiful funeral service you provided.” — Kimberley

“Taking such great care of my beloved late husband Fred and supporting myself and the family through such a difficult time. I would recommend you and your company to everyone.” — Ann H.

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8. Chadderton Funeralcare

2.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Good service all round from the staff to the funeral reading service.” — Denise T.

“Lovely lady Tracy helped us to plan our brothers funeral, very attentive and professional.” — Jane E.

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9. Elizabeth Way and Company Funeral Directors

2.7 miles away

4.9
(76 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The room mum was in was beautiful, surrounded by pictures of her family. Tami and Anthony went above and beyond to help. They were understanding and patient.” — Beryl W.

“Anthony was so lovely with all the family and so genuine. He did make us feel like he had everything in order and nothing was too much trouble. He is such a wonderful person to have to help in such a sad and sensitive time.” — Angela M.

10. S Wellens and Sons (inc J Dyson)

2.8 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent, really helped us get through the funeral when we had no idea of what to do. Friendly, understanding and professional. Would defo recommend.” — Andrea c.

“Thank you to the most professional, caring and compassionate team. Gave us the most beautiful funeral service for our precious mum. Also, a huge thank you to Diane, a truly lovely woman.” — Loraine S.

11. Pogson & Armitage Ltd

3.4 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The company gave immaculate, reliable service in every regard. Top class all round.” — David G.

“Sarah and her team accommodated every request that we had around our funeral arrangements. The utmost professionalism — absolutely wonderful.” — Sarah H.

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12. Robert Nuttall Funeral Service

4.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

Established in 1979, Robert Nuttall Funeral Service offers compassionate, personalised funerals in Rochdale, available 24/7.

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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