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

Rother District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Rother 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 Rother District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Haine & Son Funeral Directors logo

1. Haine & Son Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Diana Jones Jodie Hart Rebecca Turnock Rhia Carter

Meet Diana, Jodie, Rebecca +1

“We were very glad of the kindness and professionalism of the team at Haine and Son in arranging our Dad's funeral. I would definitely recommend them.” — Warwick S.

“They made us all feel very much at ease and helped us with every step of the way.” — Rita G.

Douglas Mercer and Son Funeral Directors logo

2. Douglas Mercer and Son Funeral Directors

5.9 miles away

5
(105 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Alex Bayley Gill Gill Henk Van Aalst

Meet Alex, Gill, Gill +9

“They were extremely compassionate and always took the time to explain the options and process. No request was too much. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.” — Charlotte J.

“Jane was very sensitive from start to finish, always putting my feelings first. Thank you for making a very difficult time easier to cope with.” — Brian B.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

6.4 miles away

4.9
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A friend died recently without leaving any sort of will, and with no living relatives. The staff at the Co-op were very helpful at all stages of the funeral process and kept me informed of all relevant options.” — tigwell L.

“Sarah has a very caring nature and was very communicative throughout the whole process.” — Vicki A.

Hinkley Funeral Service logo

4. Hinkley Funeral Service

6.6 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the very first telephone call and right through to the collection of ashes, the whole team at Hinkley's were absolutely fantastic and made everything so easy to deal with.” — Helen F.

“Luke was very understanding and caring when dealing with us, talked us through what the steps were. I cannot recommend Hinkleys enough for their help, guidance and professionalism.” — Donna C.

Banfield and Pomphrey Funeral Directors logo

5. Banfield and Pomphrey Funeral Directors

6.6 miles away

4.9
(83 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

“I can't imagine she wanted to attend her own funeral, but I know if mum had been there to see it she'd have been very happy with everything. It went like clockwork and everything she'd requested was done professionally and respectfully.” — Mark S.

“A difficult time made so much easier by the caring and professional way my father's funeral was carried out from his passing until after the funeral was over. Thank you Molly and your colleagues, what a marvellous manner you all displayed.” — Ian P.

Mummery logo

6. Mummery

7.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Mummery is a funeral director based in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, providing professional funeral services to local families.

7. Co-op Funeralcare

7.0 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The Co-op Funeral Care helped me to fulfill Mrs P.C.'s wishes, with care and understanding. Thank you for your support and help.” — emma s.

“Co-op Funeralcare in Hastings is a lovely and welcoming funeral home. Abby and Cassie are friendly and approachable and Mary the funeral director was very warming and welcoming.” — Demi R.

Mummery Funeralcare logo

8. Mummery Funeralcare

8.0 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Richard met my mum and explained all options and supported her in choices for my dad's send off. From the time my family interacted with Mummery they have been superb.” — David G.

“The cortege was conducted with the utmost dignity. No one wants to have to recommend a funeral home but should the need arise, I would have no hesitation in recommending Mummery's.” — Martin C.

Bexhill Funeral Service logo

9. Bexhill Funeral Service

8.1 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their service is second to none, and there is nothing they will not do for you. The staff are very smart and professional, utterly faultless.” — Ronald L.

“They surpassed all my expectations and on the actual day they were amazing. I was thrilled to receive the complimentary folder and picture of my mum in a great frame.” — Sue T.

K B Sills logo

10. K B Sills

10.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have never organised a funeral before and even though my dad had a pre bought plan there was still a lot of things to organise. I mainly dealt with Phil who couldn't have been more helpful if he tried and a thoroughly nice man.” — Paul H.

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    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