After a Death in Redcar and Cleveland | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Redcar and Cleveland

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Redcar and Cleveland 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 Redcar and Cleveland

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

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1. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

4.7
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent professional service throughout, while still maintaining a personal touch.” — Neil G.

“I cannot thank you enough for all you did for my dad on the 10th November 2020. Thank you from all the Gill family, with a personal thank you to Alistair.” — Patricia G.

2. Marske Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional but friendly service. All staff are very approachable and helpful ensuring everything goes smoothly on the day.” — Lorna R.

“A great sendoff for my mother, much appreciated.” — darren n.

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3. W Storey Funeral Service

2.2 miles away

5
(94 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Aimee Aimee Brays Aimee Brays Aimee Brays

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“The funeral was arranged in a very short time to enable us to hold it on a poignant date for the family. The funeral itself gave Margaret a wonderfully dignified and personal send off. Thank you again for making a difficult time more bearable.” — Lynne M.

“Tim, the funeral director, was wonderful at a very difficult time. He was patient, kind and reassuring and I completely trusted him. The service he helped us put together was exactly as we hoped and was a truly fitting tribute to our dad.” — Helen

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Julee and her team at Guisborough were amazing when we had to lay our father to rest. Nothing was too much, no stress at all and she helped us no end.” — Judith R.

“My wife and I received amazing kindness and support before, during and after my mother-in-law's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was delivered to a very high standard.” — Cliff S.

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5. Stanway and Garnett Funeral Service

4.2 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All members of staff were caring, respectful and supportive. Every detail was clearly explained and the offices and Chapel of Rest were so attractive and well maintained.” — Mary C.

“From the first phone call to the follow up calls to ensure we were all ok a few days after the funeral, we would like to thank the whole team for their professional, and very personal, service.” — John H.

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6. Redcar Funeralcare

4.4 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Faye and her team will look after your loved ones like they are part of their own family. Don't ever change, you are great at what you do.” — Andy C.

“They radiate a strong, warm 'family' like feel when being looked after by them. They are gentle and respectful of the deceased in their care.” — Karen M.

7. Harry Thompson Funeral Service

4.9 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From beginning to end Mark dealt with us in an amazing way. All our family would never hesitate to recommend.” — Dave

“All the staff, from the director to the drivers were professional and respectful to my mother. She would have approved. Can't recommend highly enough.” — Gary C.

Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd logo

8. Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd

5.3 miles away

5
(38 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett Andrew Fawcett

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“In the saddest times of one's life you need someone who you can trust to look after your loved one. Andrew and his team provided a wonderful service — caring, professional and friendly.” — Vaun N.

“Andrew and the full team have gone above and beyond for my mam and all the family, also being so respectful and caring while looking after dad whilst he was in your care.” — mandy m.

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9. Hetherington Funeral Services

5.6 miles away

4.3
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Abi was amazing when Gary died from start to finish. Thank you, keep up your hard work.” — Simone F.

“Abbie and Matthew have been amazing all the way through to me and my family. Have been brilliant from start to finish. Looked after us all and gave my Mam a great send off. I can't thank them enough.” — AJ L.

10. Ayton and District Funeral Service

6.7 miles away

5
(30 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jen went above and beyond from the first call. We did not have to do any of the organising, other than letting REA Funeral Service know of our preferences. During the service itself, the staff were great - discrete, yet there when needed, guiding everyone. Made a difficult time much easier.” — Nick R.

“Jen you are amazing and made a stressful time so much easier. We can't thank you enough for everything you have done and the professional way you guided us through the process and arranging everything.” — Val M.

11. Relph Funeral Directors

7.6 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent, professional service delivery in a caring and considerate manner.” — Tony F.

“Relph provided a first class service. They were very supportive at all times.” — Cliff V.

12. Marton Funeralcare

7.6 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I felt they delivered a very personal service, and were very caring and respectful of our family wishes.” — Lorraine W.

“Co-op Funeralcare were brilliant from beginning to end, could not fault them at all. Very compassionate and caring.” — jill t.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Helen for all her kindness, care and support during such a difficult time for our family. As Ukrainians, we have very different f…

    Kateryna Kurasova via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Superb service - a warm, personable, reassuring and wholly empathetic reception from initial point of contact through to conclusion - cannot be faulted. Most highly recommended.

    Roger Collings via Google
    5

    Absolutely worry free funeral service for my Dad from John Hogg Funeral Directors. I cant thank them enough, especially Stuart, who made sure everything ran smoothly, was always c…

    Roni Taggart via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
    5

    From the moment I walked through the door the staff at Coopers, Lewes, made me feel at ease and supported. At a difficult time, Anastasia, the manager and her colleagues, Angela …

    Maureen Boynton via Google