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
(65 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Darren was so kind, respectful and caring when dealing with my husband's funeral — it took a huge weight off my mind. Nothing was too much trouble and Darren made sure all the arrangements came together as planned.” — C L.

“Andrew made all our arrangements, including finding for us the most perfect shamrock inspired theme for the booklets 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.

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2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.0 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Treated with empathy, professionalism, with no feeling of pressure at any time. Everything we asked for was delivered.” — James C.

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

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

“Judy and his team were kind and thoughtful, providing reassurance and helping us every step of the way. We hope not for a long time but when needed we will use them all again.” — Robert B.

“Judy kept in touch with us regularly and on the day the funeral car lead undertaker briefed us as to what we should expect and do. Afterwards, there was no rush for us to leave. 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.

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.

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9. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

3.7 miles away

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

“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.

“We wanted to try and make the funeral a celebration of our Mum and 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.

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

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson 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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google