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

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alan Alan Alan Alan

Meet Alan, Alan, Alan +51

“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. We can recommend them 100%.” — Mags C.

3. Gordon Barber Funeral Service

6.9 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble and the personal touches were just perfect. With an extra special thank you to Louise.” — Charlotte S.

“I was given a Memory Box with lovely poems - that was a wonderful thought. Celia discussed our wishes with great care, suggesting ideas. The funeral arrangements on the day were faultless and the funeral staff looked after us with great care and dignity. I would really recommend Gordon Barber Funeral Directors for a wonderfully caring service with great dignity.” — Julia G.

4. Ivan Fisher Independent Funeral Homes Ltd

7.2 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“Second time in three years we have used Ivan Fisher for a family funeral, and cannot speak highly enough of their professionalism and sensitivity. Don't feel either could have done more to help at such a very difficult and stressful time.” — Rickenbacker A.

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5. R J Bartram and Son

7.4 miles away

4.7
(14 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 £1450

“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
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Cathy Cunningham-Elliott Dave Banks Dave Goodey Dennis Frankland

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“The whole process was handled with complete care and empathy. I felt completely supported throughout, and they were on hand to provide some further support for a memorial event later. They helped to make a difficult time much, much easier.” — Ben H.

“We held a small intimate gathering in Susan's funeral room which was beautiful and it was just mum to a tee — nothing flashy, just simple, so we were able to say goodbye in private. God was already there with us at the funeral parlour that day. Please don't bother going anywhere else — I did look around before going to Susan and I wished I hadn't bothered!” — Juliette B.

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9. Rosedale Funeral Home

7.7 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2550 Cremation from £1450

“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.

“We would like to say a very big thank you to Emma who showed us compassion and kindness the minute we entered Rosedale. Dad would be proud of you all.” — Hayley I.

10. Peter Taylor Funeralcare

8.1 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My husband reminded me that he wanted Peter Taylor Funeral Directors to deal with his funeral. The staff are brilliant, they listen to everything you say and deal with all the arrangements. The service was brilliant!!” — Jennifer B.

“All staff were very warm and friendly. They were patient and kind and thoughtful. All my needs were met and the communication was spot on. I cannot thank them enough for giving my Uncle the best send off.” — victoria f.

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11. Rosedale Funeral Home

8.4 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2550 Cremation from £1450

“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
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have only praise for Chloe and Jane for their empathy, professionalism and friendliness. Nothing was too much trouble and they made sure my dad had the best send off.” — Julie R.

“Thank you to Chloe for all her support and help at a very hard time. Nothing was a problem and she even took the time to talk and support us with an open ear and heart at such a sad time.” — Corina D.

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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