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Oxford District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Oxford 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 Oxford District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Sandra Homewood Funerals logo

1. Sandra Homewood Funerals

1.0 miles away

4.9
(68 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Clare E. Hunter Darren C. Jeffs Sandra R. Homewood

Meet Clare, Darren, Sandra

“It was very professional and personal at the same time, making the whole process simple, easy and as painless as possible at a very difficult time.” — Michael W.

“They accommodated several last-minute requests and changes without hesitation, and they looked after ten large floral reefs from the first event so they could be reused at the final farewell four days later. There is no doubt in my mind that Homewood was the best choice for us.” — Leighton C.

Oliver & James Funeral Directors logo

2. Oliver & James Funeral Directors

1.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Oliver & James Funeral Directors in Oxford offers compassionate, professional funeral services as part of the trusted Dignity Funerals network.

Sandra Homewood Funerals logo

3. Sandra Homewood Funerals

1.4 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Clare E. Hunter Clare E. Hunter Darren C. Jeffs Darren C. Jeffs

Meet Clare, Clare, Darren +3

“Thank you so much for your highly professional service and the tender way you looked after our Mother. It made what was a very difficult time so much more bearable.” — Alison M.

“Thank you to Clare at Headington for your patience, warmth and kindness. Absolutely professional in every way. Empathy and sensitivity perfect. Thank you for looking after him whilst in your care.” — Linda F.

D L Hancock Ltd logo

4. D L Hancock Ltd

1.5 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I cannot thank Daniel and all the staff at DL Hancock limited in Headington for their care and excellent service they provided for my husband's funeral.” — Tracey C.

“Daniel and his staff were brilliant at sorting out my Father's funeral, nothing was too much trouble and there was no pressure to come to any decision as to what we really wanted.” — Sam E.

Central England Co-operative logo

5. Central England Co-operative

1.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Central England Co-operative Funeral Directors in Headington, Oxford, offering compassionate and professional funeral services.

Central  England Co-operative logo

6. Central England Co-operative

1.6 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service throughout the process!” — Derek O.

“A very caring company at a time when emotions are high, nothing was too much trouble. From first contact the whole process was handled with efficiency and understanding in a friendly and sympathetic way.” — John H.

Central England Co-operative logo

7. Central England Co-operative

1.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Central England Co-operative Funeral Directors in Oxford offers compassionate, professional funeral services with co-operative values.

8. S and R childs (inc. R L Bromley and Son)

2.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Emma was so kind, caring and very professional. She helped with each stage and offered suggestions for flowers, vicar etc and kept in touch to support us with our choices.” — Carol B.

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9. C S Boswell Independent Funeral Services

2.1 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bernice Steeples Bernice Steeples Carl S. Boswell Carl S. Boswell

Meet Bernice, Bernice, Carl +9

“As we followed Mum from Boswell to the crematorium we were so glad we'd chosen Boswell who took great care in every detail - even down to Greg's special pocket watch!” — Annette H.

“Patience and assistance around the Order of service, Photos, paperwork and liaising with the vicar, as well as a change of plan with the car and route at the last minute was equally appreciated.” — Simon L.

Oliver & James Funeral Directors logo

10. Oliver & James Funeral Directors

2.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Oliver & James Funeral Directors in Botley, Oxford, offers compassionate funeral services as part of the trusted Dignity Funerals network.

Central  England Co-operative logo

11. Central England Co-operative

2.9 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“When I saw our sister in the chapel of rest, she looked so beautiful. The funeral directors really did a fantastic service, not just helping us with the proceedings, but with the care they took with our sister.” — Susan A.

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Central  England Co-operative logo

12. Central England Co-operative

4.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Central England Co-operative Funeral Directors in Kidlington offers compassionate, professional funeral services for the local community.

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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