After a Death in South Cambridgeshire District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

South Cambridgeshire District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the South Cambridgeshire 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 South Cambridgeshire District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

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1. Co-op Funeralcare

4.3 miles away

4.3
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“What could have been a stressful occasion was made so much easier with his complete management of the meeting and put me at ease straight away with a much needed cup of coffee.” — Susan G.

“She would have been absolutely delighted that she was attended by a team of three female undertakers who did a faultless job! We preferred to sort out our own flowers and order of service, and they had no problem with any of that at all.” — Imogen B.

2. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

4.4 miles away

4.3
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Wonderfully warm, professional people. Attention to details on everything. Everything we wanted was carried out in a seamless manner.” — John R.

“Juan ran me through the booking with clarity and sympathy. What could have been a stressful occasion was made so much easier — he put me at ease straight away with a much needed cup of coffee.” — Susan G.

3. Co-op Funeralcare

4.4 miles away

4.9
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff took great care of the necessary arrangements, we experienced great communication and we felt very well supported by the team.” — Nicky M.

“Compassionate, caring and dedicated supporting staff. Brilliant service from all involved at a difficult time.” — Sandy L.

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4. Weyman Funeral Services

4.4 miles away

4.9
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It has been 3 months now since my son passed on in Cambridge. I didn't really get the opportunity to express my thanks to Sally, Tina and Kevin for their great assistance, empathy and professionalism.” — TS C.

“They had to come out in the middle of the night to collect my father who died at home. They were so kind and respectful I was very touched. Then I saw the same person at the cremation which was actually rather comforting.” — Nina C.

5. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

5.4 miles away

2
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

East of England Co-op Funeral Service in Sawston, Cambridge — part of a member-owned co-op with 160+ years of community heritage.

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6. H J Paintin Ltd

5.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bailey Bailey Don Don

Meet Bailey, Bailey, Don +19

Family-run independent funeral directors serving Sawston & Cambridgeshire for over 110 years, offering bespoke, compassionate services 24/7.

7. Richard Stebbings Funeral Service Ltd

5.7 miles away

4.3
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He attends to the smallest detail and treats everyone with kindness and courtesy. This is a family run business that pay attention to detail and help you at a difficult time.” — Graham H.

“His manner and tone matched the situation perfectly. He was hands on, from the first meeting, to leaving the crematorium. Mum would have been chuffed with how well it all went.” — Adrian S.

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8. H J Paintin Ltd

10.2 miles away

4.9
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bailey Bailey Bailey Don

Meet Bailey, Bailey, Bailey +29

“We were just so caring and the daughter was just a lovely person — the pall bearers were just lovely. Thank you all, you did my mum proud.” — Tricia S.

“They are really professional at their work, all the staff are amazing and polite — it's family run and I give them 100% good service. I was so happy with all the staff at HJ Paintin.” — PHILLIP E.

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9. Dennis Easton Funeral Service

12.6 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first telephone call onwards, it was just right in every sense. The team are incredibly sensitive, helpful and able to support at a time of need.” — Tom P.

“Although it was a very sad day they made it special with their little touches. Very professional and I would definitely have them again.” — Sharon N.

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10. The Co-operative Funeralcare

14.6 miles away

4
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jane and Rob are lovely and Carol was so kind and caring on the day and really supportive. Thank you for everything.” — Tina

“Amazing compassion, kindness and professionalism. Carol was so kind and caring on the day and really supportive.” — Tina

11. T L Cobbold

14.7 miles away

4.7
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lorraine and Dee were very helpful and sympathetic from our first visit to the actual service. All the family would like to thank the staff at T L Cobbold for their care and attention to every detail in arranging his funeral.” — Sue B.

“They kept us informed before, during and after the funeral and the memory pack that we received afterwards was a bonus and a comfort. They made it go so smoothly it took the pressure off us at such a difficult time.” — ray r.

12. Woodman and Son

14.9 miles away

4.4
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They listen to all you have to say and encompass your ideas to make the best possible send off for your loved one. I can thoroughly recommend their services and would not hesitate to use them again.” — Tim S.

“Because everything ran so seamlessly and was well organised it meant we as a family didn't have to worry about anything.” — Kate M.

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

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    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.

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    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

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    I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with ge…

    Katie via Google
    5

    From first contact with Carshalton branch Theresa to the ceremony lead by Anita. Everything was handled with dignity and great supportive care. Clear explanation and helpful sugge…

    Mike Cox via Google
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    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

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    5

    I would unreservedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors for their services. During the recent heartbreaking loss of our beloved mam, we were dealt with with the utmost respec…

    Linda Wind via Google
    5

    I cannot rate the service we received more highly. Cathy Houghton is a credit to the Co op, Rowner and her profession. She treated my brothers and I with kindness, empathy and mad…

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