After a Death in Scottish Borders | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Scottish Borders

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Thomas Brown & Sons Ltd logo

1. Thomas Brown & Sons Ltd

1.4 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1945
Jacqueline Brown Laura Brown Robbie Brown Robbie Brown

Meet Jacqueline, Jacqueline, Jacqueline +5

“The team at Thomas Brown are kind, caring and professional — they instil calmness and trust in families when they lose a loved one. They have cared for both of my parents with the utmost dignity.” — Dawn K.

“The team at Thomas Brown dealt with our tragedy with absolute grace, tact, kindness and constructive contribution. Even when presented with complicated requirements and needs, they worked with us to achieve an excellent outcome.” — Daniel S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

2.4 miles away

4.8
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff are very welcoming, respectful and patient. They take care of all the little details and make sure your loved one gets the send off they deserve.” — Kimberly P.

“The attention to detail and nothing being too much trouble is a real comfort at such a difficult time. Special thanks to Daniel and Trish, both amazing.” — Scott M.

A and A Doyle Limited logo

3. A and A Doyle Limited

2.5 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bruce Robertson Bruce Robertson Bruce Robertson June Meikle

Meet Allan, Allan, Allan +10

“Thank you so much for making an awful time that bit more bearable — incredible service, love and compassion. Cannot recommend them highly enough.” — Arlene R.

“If I could give more than 5 stars I really would. They are incredible, so personal and genuinely care — they are there for you even after, and we as a family cannot thank them enough for everything.” — Arlene R.

4. William Purves Funeral Directors Ltd

2.6 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At the most hardest time of my life, they are amazing so kind an helpful highly recommend” — Chelsie M.

“At the most hardest time of my life, they are amazing so kind an helpful highly recommend” — Chelsie M.

5. William Purves Funeral Directors Ltd

4.9 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic service, comes highly recommended.” — Michael J.

“Through a very difficult time, they were very understanding and supportive.” — Adam B.

6. William Purves Funeral Directors Ltd

11.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Zoe Turnbull Funeral Directors logo

7. Zoe Turnbull Funeral Directors

11.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £2095

Independent family funeral directors in Jedburgh, offering personal, compassionate care across the Scottish Borders and beyond.

8. William Purves Funeral Directors Ltd

11.5 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“After my dad died last year the service I received and helpful staff that couldn't do enough to help through a tough time. Can't praise them enough.” — Brian D.

“After my dad died last year the service I recived and helpful staff that couldn’t do enough to help through a tough one Can’t praise them enough.” — brian d.

Kyle Bros Funeral Directors Ltd logo

9. Kyle Bros Funeral Directors Ltd

12.7 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Amanda Connor Amanda Connor Cathy Ross Cathy Ross

Meet Amanda, Amanda, Cathy +9

“Fergus helped arrange mum's funeral with sensitivity and dignity. As a family we had some specific requests which he accommodated for us.” — Victoria C.

“David Irvine and Lizzie Riding were very understanding and most helpful with their suggestions for arrangements, flowers and music. We had to arrange mostly by telephone due to work commitments in Glasgow. Couldn't be faulted.” — Bill G.

William Purves (Funeral Directors) Ltd logo

10. William Purves (Funeral Directors) Ltd

17.5 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Special mention to Leslie Stewart and Emma Bertram for providing a super service. They made a hard time much easier for myself — very friendly, efficient and courteous throughout.” — Sharon T.

“Lesley was empathetic, considerate and went out of his way to help us with the arrangements we wanted at this difficult time. We were very pleased with the service given.” — Victoria M.

11. Herkes Funeral Directors

20.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Carla is great, so helpful and down to earth, nothing a problem — very professional staff.” — ANGELA C.

“Their professionalism and respectful presence brought our family immense comfort. Every detail was handled flawlessly.” — Jacquie H.

M and F Funeral Services logo

12. M and F Funeral Services

23.9 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

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    There are simply not enough words to thank Annie and David at Eynsham Funeral Services for what they did for Denise and our family. From the moment Denise was entrusted into thei…

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    Pippa was a star seeing us when we just turned up unannounced. She sorted everything we asked for. When we had phone calls Georgia was kind and very polite. We had a viewing and t…

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    Mark C Barnes via Google
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    Pippa was a star seeing us when we just turned up unannounced. She sorted everything we asked for. When we had phone calls Georgia was kind and very polite. We had a viewing and t…

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    Very friendly, very professional and sensitive in dealing with the passing of my Dad. Treated us and Dad! With upmost respect and dignity. Well looked after throughout and on rhe …

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    Wendy jane via Google
    5

    I would like to thank W Sherry & Sons Funeral Directors for the way they conducted our brother's recent burial - it was done with dignity, respect and a sense of traditional value…

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    John Dalton via Google
    5

    I just wanted to say a big thank you to you and your team for yesterday. My aunt’s funeral went just as she would want it. Thank you very much for sending flowers it was a lovely …

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    K Bellinger via Google
    5

    The loss of a loved one is one of life's most difficult experiences, and the thought of making funeral arrangements can feel overwhelming. Without the care, guidance and support o…

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    Jason Edgar via Google
    5

    Jason , Paula amd the team did an amazing job doing my brother and mothers funeral only 5 days apart They actually care about what they do and made the hardest time for us as a fa…

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    Sally Hulstone via Google
    5

    We cannot thank J Edwards Funeral Directors enough for the care and compassion they showed us when arranging my mum’s funeral. From the very beginning, Cara looked after my broth…

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    I was impressed by the entire process, support and service and particularly from Derek who was helpful and respectful throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending him a…

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