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

Pendle District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Pendle 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 Pendle District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Helliwells Funeral Service Ltd logo

1. Helliwells Funeral Service Ltd

1.4 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“After losing my mother during lockdown, Helliwells made the funeral at Skipton crematorium so easy for me and my family. All aspects were efficiently covered.” — Sue. E.

“Helliwells make an upsetting time much easier to navigate. Thank you for your patience, kindness and support.” — Plant G.

2. Fred Hamer Funeral Services Ltd

1.7 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I got a brilliant service when I had these last year” — Wendy

“Big massive thank you to Emma and colleagues you did us proud today. absolutely fabulous service” — Michelle H.

Helliwells Funeral Service Ltd logo

3. Helliwells Funeral Service Ltd

3.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Independent funeral directors serving Barnoldswick since 1924, offering compassionate, professional funeral and cremation services.

Helliwells Funeral Service Ltd logo

4. Helliwells Funeral Service Ltd

3.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Independent funeral directors serving since 1924, offering funerals, cremations, repatriation and pre-paid plans from their Nelson branch.

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5. Windles Funeral Service

3.7 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From first contact to the service itself, everything was handled with respect and care.” — Andrew C.

“Jazmin & Graeme were excellent throughout the daunting process of arranging our mum's funeral - very caring, professional and organized.” — Leigh A.

6. Fred Hamer Funeral Services Ltd

4.6 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A big thank you to Jean and the staff at Fred Hamers for everything they have done for us and for looking after mum. Also a big thank you to Neil who did my mum's celebration of life — it was a wonderful service. You were all fantastic.” — Lynn W.

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7. Hartley Foulds Funeral Service

4.6 miles away

5
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Having someone to talk to and help you make those decisions and guide you is a blessing. They are a wonderful company to deal with and certainly would recommend them to take care of your loved ones needs.” — Anne U.

“A special mention of Stephanie who was so caring and helpful. Because of Covid, most things had to be discussed over the phone, but I was very satisfied with all they did and the suggestions they made.” — Jennifer P.

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8. Co-op Funeralcare

5.1 miles away

4.4
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Communication throughout was of a high standard. I have no hesitation in recommending this company.” — Peter Y.

“Very professional from start to finish.” — Gina B.

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9. Towneleyside Funeral Home

5.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £2055 Cremation from £2274
John Horan John Horan Stephen Alderson Stephen Alderson

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Family-run Alderson & Horan branch in Burnley, offering personal, caring funeral services with 40+ years of experience.

10. Fred Hamer Funeral Services Ltd

5.9 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The help and support we received from Louise in organising the funeral was superb, she was a joy to deal with. On the day Jean made sure everything ran smoothly for us and the nearly 100 people attending. We cannot recommend this team highly enough.” — Jackie H.

“I sadly lost my son. The guidance, support & advice & sympathy myself & my family received from the team at Fred Hamers was absolutely wonderful, would recommend them to anyone.” — Claire C.

11. Bertwistles Funeral Service

6.7 miles away

4
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A friendly, caring, compassionate and professional service was given by all the team members at Bertwistle Funeral services. Many thanks everyone for your support and assistance at a difficult time.” — Shirley H.

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Alderson and Horan Funeral Services logo

12. Alderson and Horan Funeral Services

6.8 miles away

4.9
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2055 Cremation from £2274
John Horan John Horan Stephen Alderson Stephen Alderson

Meet John, John, Stephen +1

“Having not been involved in planning a funeral before I was a little apprehensive, but Alex took us through everything step by step and arranged a wonderful funeral for Dad with compassion and professionalism throughout.” — Mark N.

“I would like to thank Leighton in particular for his outstanding contribution that added those little extras that made it a funeral to remember. A first class, caring and compassionate family run business that could not do enough for us.” — John E.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
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    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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    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

    The Co-operative Funeralcare were helpful, efficient and sympathetic. Everything went very smoothly and Vicky was there whenever I had a query.

    Chris Brown via Google
    a week ago
    5

    My Mum sadly passed away in April and we were fortunate enough to be able to arrange her funeral on what-would-have-been her 96th birthday. We wanted this to be a real celebratio…

    Adrian Lucas via Google
    5

    This is an amazing funeral director. The guidance and advice I received was outstanding from Gary from the initial contact to the actual burial of my brother. They were profession…

    Kathleen Purdy via Google