After a Death in South Gloucestershire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

South Gloucestershire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the South Gloucestershire 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 Gloucestershire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. F Woodruff Funeral Services

1.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1500

Historic Coalpit Heath funeral directors, founded 1968, offering compassionate cremation, burial & funeral planning services.

2. F Woodruff

2.0 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1500

“So considerate, helpful, hardworking and nothing was too much. Very professional throughout.” — Emma H.

“Nothing was too much trouble and everything was carried out professionally.” — John C.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

2.2 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a very sad time they made things as simple as possible.” — Sarah J.

“Steph was very professional, organised and caring. Both her and Pete were excellent at communicating with us throughout the preparations. We were very happy with how we were able to say goodbye to Mum.” — Huw L.

4. F Woodruff Funeral Services

2.3 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1500

“Took care of everything - even the finer details and gave my father a wonderful send off. Each time I phoned I actually spoke to a person and not an answering service. Am so grateful.” — Y M.

“My Mum had left some very specific instructions, which involved a round trip from Yate lasting 4 1/2 hours. Scott organised everything perfectly and liaised with all concerned. The whole day ran seamlessly.” — Sarah o.

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5. R Davies and Son

3.2 miles away

5
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We felt that our family members were in such good hands and treated with the utmost dignity and respect. Thankyou to Kate and all concerned with the perfect send off for both my parents and my grandmother.” — Anne R.

“They helped us make my husband's funeral a beautiful occasion which celebrated his life in a way he would have liked and appreciated. We did not feel rushed or persuaded into our decisions.” — Mary P.

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6. Co-op Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

4.5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“If I could leave more than 5 stars, then I would do so. First class in every respect.” — Robert P.

“Mike and the team at Downend Co-op Funeralcare made the whole experience stress free and were so helpful at this painful time. We can't thank them enough for how much help they were and making it personal for our dad and making everything perfect on the day.” — Kathryn S.

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7. Roy Preddy Funeral Directors

4.1 miles away

5
(62 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They are a particularly caring and professional bunch of nice people. Thank you so much for all your warm care and attention.” — Pauline B.

“It was so special to have them take care of Mum's funeral so respectfully especially at this difficult time.” — Cecelia L.

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8. Graham Palmer & Co Funeral Directors

4.2 miles away

5
(45 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £3395
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“After suddenly losing my mum, I called and spoke to Matt and immediately felt that I had made the right choice. Everything was handled with the utmost respect and I can't thank you all enough for the care and support you offered.” — Julie W.

“The compassion, care and respect shown to our loved one and our family was second to none. As a former funeral industry professional in the North East I would highly recommend them. They are a credit to their profession.” — Heather M.

9. H G Harris Funeral Directors

4.4 miles away

4.2
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1500

“Very professional and dignified, went with our wishes exactly and recommended a good venue for the wake.” — Julian K.

“HG Harris were impeccable dealing with our mum's funeral. Would highly recommend them.” — Stephanie R.

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10. Co-op Funeralcare

4.4 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Kate and Sara could not have been more helpful. They made a very stressful time very straightforward for my mother.” — Paul T.

“The Funeral home understood this and did not try to push mahogany caskets or unwanted extras — no fuss, no drama, and perfectly timed. No one ever wants to visit a funeral directors, however if I had to I would not hesitate to walk through their door.” — Paul T.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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