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

South Norfolk District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the South Norfolk 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 Norfolk District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. East of England Co-op Funeral Service

2.0 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service at a difficult time. Karen was so helpful. Thank you so much.” — Julie D.

“Morgen has been amazing with helping me with everything from start to finish. She made the whole process of organising and arranging my mother's cremation really seamless. She's gone above and beyond.” — Adelaide M.

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2. R B Copping Independent Funeral Service

5.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alan Alan Alan Alan

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“Wonderful, caring professional service from you all for my late aunt's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and their attention to detail was excellent. A great example of a fantastic local business in our community.” — James J.

“A wonderful and caring service from you all with my mother's funeral. A special thank you to Emma from our entire family at a very difficult time. Their service was professional and excellent.” — Mags C.

3. Gordon Barber Funeral Service

6.9 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Particular mention to Gill who helped to arrange both funerals and showed such kindness on each occasion. We used the Eaton branch for sadly two very close funerals and they were fantastic on each occasion — all the staff we encountered were very professional and compassionate.” — Kate E.

“Celia listened to what our father had requested and talked through everything with us. She was so kind. Michael Palmer visited us before the funeral to introduce himself and made sure the day went perfectly. The care and respect he and the other funeral staff showed our father was incredible.” — lynn v.

4. Ivan Fisher Independent Funeral Homes Ltd

7.2 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Dealt with Ivan himself the first time and Jason Davies on this occasion and don't feel either could have done more to help at such a very difficult and stressful time.” — Rickenbacker A.

“From the very first contact they treated our family with kindness, understanding and professionalism. The values and personal aspect of their work are outstanding, making our family feel supported and respected every step of the way, and for that we will forever be grateful.” — April S.

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5. R J Bartram and Son

7.4 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Bartrams in Wymondham looked after our family twice, three years apart for my parents. Kind, caring, professional and careful of our needs.” — BlueSkyJacky

“Jade scanned photos for us that were shown during the service in a period of reflection.” — Peter H.

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6. Andy Free Independent Family Funeral Director

7.6 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A very friendly family concern, they did a good job.” — Raymond R.

“Very friendly and professional outfit, Colin is a true gent, recommended in your time of need.” — Michael W.

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7. Rosedale Funeral Home

7.6 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2550 Cremation from £1595

“Rosedale were so helpful and they guided us all the way through in such a hard time. We could not thank them enough and this goes for everyone involved from the office staff all the way to the pallbearers on the day.” — nickie W.

“Kerry and the team have been fantastic and we can't thank them enough for their professional but personal approach.” — Sarah R.

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8. Susan Whymark Funeral Service

7.6 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“The discreet bow, the manner in which they carefully handled my Nan, the way they spoke to everyone — they knew and remembered every single miniscule detail we had hoped for. You were absolutely wonderful, professional, caring and got everything just perfect.” — Sally G.

“We held a small intimate gathering in Susan's funeral room which was beautiful and it was just mum to a tee. I will never forget the service and help they gave me at the most saddest time of my life. Would I recommend Susan Whymark? 110% — please don't bother going anywhere else.” — Juliette B.

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9. Rosedale Funeral Home

7.7 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2550 Cremation from £1595

“Michelle, Abi, Tony, Keith and the team were exceptional. Wonderful people and they really looked after us all during such a difficult time.” — Lucy T.

“Ali guided us through the whole organisation of the service and helped us tailor certain aspects to make them mean more for Dad. On the day Rhys was a massive support to the family and made every aspect seamless and perfect.” — Kath I.

10. Peter Taylor Funeralcare

8.1 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Deborah was really great at talking through things and emailing questions a few at a time, thus giving time to think about the answers in a calm way and no pressure. Thank you for looking after the family as well as my Uncle.” — Amanda W.

“Everything was dealt with in the most professional, but also highly personal manner. You want someone who supports you at every step, takes away some of the burden but also understands what is important to you. I found that here and I'm very grateful for it.” — fs n.

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11. Rosedale Funeral Home

8.4 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2550 Cremation from £1595

“The staff at the Bungay branch looked after us when my husband's mum passed. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — Wendi D.

“From the very beginning they put myself at ease. They informed ourselves of every stage of the burial as it happened. A wonderful service by Kath, Ben and all the staff there.” — Benji E.

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12. Gordon Rooney Funeral Services

8.6 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Given we only went for direct cremation, I was never rushed, able to chat freely, and was shown empathy and understanding. I can't thank Chloe enough for her compassionate care.” — Kim C.

“Geoff came to see us, wrote down all our impressions and memories, and then put together a heartwarming eulogy of her as if he'd known her in life. I cannot thank the team enough for making a painful job so much easier.” — Ilona N.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google
    5

    There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anth…

    Pauline Kelly via Google
    5

    Right from the start to end of communication parkgrove have been so compassionate and thoughtful , they went out their way to accomodate any help or information we needed at the…

    Lindy Ross via Google
    5

    We have used Chadwick’s for our family funerals for years and mum wanted us to use them for her funeral too. They are always so respectful, helpful and compassionate and this time…

    June Pryce via Google