After a Death in St. Albans District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

St. Albans District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the St. Albans 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 St. Albans District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Phillips Funeral Services logo

1. Phillips Funeral Services

1.0 miles away

4.8
(60 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They made an extremely difficult time so much easier for me. It was a lovely send off for my dad - Tamsin took care of everything from start to finish and on the day Darren and the team were just so nice.” — deepestbluewm

“Andrew made all our arrangements, including finding for us the most perfect shamrock inspired theme for our Irish mum. At the funeral itself, he was a reassuring presence, gently guiding us all through proceedings. We are very grateful that we were able to give mum a send off she would have loved.” — Helen D.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.0 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We were very grateful for their attention to detail, their calm guidance, and their support.” — Ben H.

“Donna you made the experience so easy, you were so kind and thoughtful. You all made the day so much easier for us.” — Tina B.

J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors logo

3. J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors

1.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Phillips Funeral Services logo

4. Phillips Funeral Services

1.2 miles away

4.8
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Afterwards, there was no rush for us to leave to attend our celebration of mum's life. They were forever respectful at every step of the way. Everyone at Phillips was so kind and considerate and made a difficult day go without problems for us.” — David S.

“Judy has a way of being sensitive and empathetic whilst being highly organised and efficient. Not easy to do with highly emotional grieving families. The funeral she helped us arrange for my mum went as well as we could have hoped with every detail taken care of both beforehand and on the day.” — Sarah P.

J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors logo

5. J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors

3.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everybody we dealt with was caring, professional and extremely attentive.” — Lewis N.

“At such a difficult time for my family, she and her team helped our funeral plans go smoothly – and Burgess as a whole couldn't have been more helpful and professional.” — Charlotte G.

6. Co-op Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

4
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“London Colney Co Op did an amazing job across the whole process, thank you!” — Romilda Z.

“Caring and sensitive service from Carol, Toshian and the rest of the team at Coop Funeralcare” — Alan K.

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7. L C Weston

3.6 miles away

4
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent care & attention at all times. Would highly recommend Weston's Harpenden.” — Katie S.

“From the moment we contacted L C Weston to the day we laid my Dad to rest, Scott and his team gave us compassionate, outstanding service. All of our requests were met without any issues, and on the actual day their kindness was noted.” — Collette D.

Phillips Funeral Services logo

8. Phillips Funeral Services

3.6 miles away

4.7
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He died at home and we appreciated how quickly and sensitively they took him into their care the same evening. Every step was clearly explained — a great help at such a disorienting time.” — Liz B.

“Keri Jones was very efficient but had the families best interest at heart at all times.” — Diana W.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

9. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

3.7 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2745 Cremation from £1495

“With the planning and advice by Jenine at Ginders and the suggested Humanist Celebrant, they helped make a difficult day easier. Everyone who attended mentioned how lovely the service was and how it was a celebration of Mum.” — Tracy R.

“Despite having difficult questions she went above and beyond to help us make the day special. The funeral went smoothly and we had no issues.” — Paul G.

J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors logo

10. J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors

4.5 miles away

4.9
(55 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Helen looked after my late mum in law and very recently my partner Garry. Nothing is too much trouble for this wonderful team. Thank you Helen and all the family for making it easy for me.” — Nicola H.

“I am disabled and the shock of his death hit my legs which felt like they did not belong to me. Mr Burgess and staff on the day made sure along with family that I was safe, helping me in and out of the car. We were treated with respect, understanding, unrushed and with care for us all, including my husband.” — Sue S.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google