South Hams District
If someone has died in the South Hams District area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews
5.0 miles away
“Thank you so much for looking after mum and the great service you provided for us.” — Della W.
“Third time we've used them. Always helpful, compassionate and dignified.” — Rob D.
5.1 miles away
“A big thank you to Walter Parsons for taking care of us from day one and for looking after Uncle George on his final journey.” — P. I.
“They are a very highly respectable company they have excellent customer service and really care about each person they look after. I cannot recommend them enough.” — 01clifford
5.1 miles away
“Wonderful service from the whole team at Ivybridge Funeral Care” — Jonathan S.
“Wonderful service from the whole team at Ivybridge Funeral Care” — Jonathan S.
7.6 miles away
“Perfect down to every detail — awesome service throughout and a great team made it happen smoothly.” — Bernard M.
“Our celebrant Charles did a fantastic job of understanding mum and dad and personalising each service, bringing warmth and energy to the occasion.” — Steven W.
8.8 miles away
“Tracy did everything to make the process as smooth as possible.” — Mike A.
“We cannot thank the team enough for the incredible care, compassion, and professionalism they showed during one of the most difficult times in our lives. From start to finish, the service provided was absolutely exceptional — truly high-end support that went above and beyond our expectations.” — Cody M.
10.5 miles away
“James was brilliant, a man with a good heart and understanding, he guided me and supported me all the way through.” — Martin S.
“Ben and his team showed nothing but compassion and heartfulness. The service was exactly fit for my Dad, so personal and beautiful.” — Helen M.
10.9 miles away
“They actually dealt with my father 43 years ago too, so it was so appropriate they dealt with mum.” — jo m.
“Special thanks for your help and support at a very difficult time, with the added stress of the Coroner's office. Everything was carried out with care and efficiency.” — Malcolm T.
12.3 miles away
Meet Kathryn, Mark, Mark
“Kathryn was so helpful with the planning of my Father's funeral and my late Mother's two years ago. On the day of both funerals, Mark and Kathryn were very attentive, professional and caring. I would highly recommend Maunders when in time of need.” — Alan D.
“Nothing was too much trouble and they could not be faulted at any stage. The celebrant Sharon was patient and interacted with us carefully to describe my husband as if she knew him — completing a beautiful service.” — Lesley V.
12.4 miles away
“Even with the recent computer issues nationwide, Suzy and the team were friendly and professional. Calm and collected. The funeral went as planned and we thank you.” — Paul C.
“Caring compassionate very considerate end to end service. Highly recommend.” — EE z.
13.1 miles away
“I can't imagine that anyone else could offer such a professional yet deeply caring approach and understanding for all the arrangements that we needed to encounter along the way.” — Cheryl U.
“We cannot thank Vikki, Sarah and all of the team enough for their continuous support, genuine compassion and total professionalism, at such a difficult time.” — Alison J.
13.2 miles away
“They looked after us all and nothing was too much trouble for them. We all could not recommend them highly enough.” — Sherie F.
“Katie was always very caring and understanding of our needs and we would have no hesitation in highly recommending her services.” — Jonathan W.
13.8 miles away
“Nothing is too much trouble, they explain everything and I did nothing it was all done for me. The initial meeting can be quick or you can take your time, there is no rush, you go at your own pace. I cannot recommend them enough.” — Sue C.
“She kept us fully informed and made sure everything was in place very quickly despite the arrangements having to be made across the New Year break and a 250 mile distance between us. We would highly recommend the company, your loved ones will be in very safe hands.” — John S.
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