After a Death in Stratford-on-Avon District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Stratford-on-Avon District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. A E Bennett and Sons

1.5 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Always received with a calm and sympathetic manner, nothing too much trouble. Many thanks for a smooth and well organised service, making our Mother's final rest so peaceful.” — Julie A.

“Thank you for looking after us and my dad whilst he was in your care. Marcus took the time to spend time with us and talk through our needs. Marcus was respectful and accommodating.” — Daisy H.

2. W G Rathbone

1.7 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We cannot thank Rathbones enough for contributing so greatly to my wife's passing. We thoroughly recommend them to anyone who needs assurance, trust, dignity and sheer professionalism at such a difficult time.” — Ian R.

“W.G. Rathbone has been so supportive and helpful in guiding me through the funeral arrangements for my husband. I'd like to thank Barbara in particular for her kindness.” — Anne G.

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3. Hemming and Peace Funeral Services

1.8 miles away

4.9
(50 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3350 Cremation from £3350

“He went above and beyond the service I was expecting, with care and determination to ensure that her long life was captured in his eulogy. I can thoroughly recommend the services of Hemming and Peace.” — Gordon B.

“It felt like they held our hands and looked after us through the whole process. Nigel and his team are so professional, from the way they look to the gleaming cars that took my Dad to his final place.” — STEWBIE

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4. W G Rathbone

7.4 miles away

4.8
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sara in the Warwick office was brilliant, a lovely, empathetic and thorough lady. Both Rathbones staff and the celebrant guided us on the day ensuring we knew what was happening and checked we were happy before the service started. Professional and empathetic, nothing was too much trouble.” — Anna N.

“Sara was diligent, very supportive and calming which helped greatly in the planning stage. Even the celebrant they arranged was wonderful — he put so much of his own time and effort into research and the words he used on the day.” — Stephanie M.

5. The John Taylor Funeral Service

7.7 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rose was very professional in dealing with what is obviously a very distressing time for families but showed how you can do this in a caring and empathetic way.” — Jill A.

“Jayne and Aleah provided a first class service both in arranging and conducting my aunt's funeral. They were efficient, professional and compassionate throughout, and communication was excellent.” — Marcus P.

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6. David Baker Funeral Directors

8.2 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Chris found us a lovely minister to work with and was there to answer any questions. Drew looked after us on the day and we couldn't have asked for a better service.” — Liz D.

“They took total control, called me regularly with updates and guided me every step of the way, making a difficult time more manageable.” — Lynn C.

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7. Hemming and Peace Funeral Services

8.7 miles away

5
(36 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3350 Cremation from £3350

“Dad did not take a great photo and they made him look great! Nothing was too much trouble and then on the day Nigel and the team were effortlessly respectful and calm throughout.” — Sue B.

“Wendy on the day was really sensitive and professional but also looked out for one of our party who was taken ill.” — Callum G.

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8. Hemming and Peace Funeral Services

8.8 miles away

4.9
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring, thoughtful, understanding and highly professional. I have no hesitation in recommending Hemming and Peace, in particular Jayne who was a pleasure to work with.” — Graham M.

“Every step of the way whilst my Mum was in your care, we were treated with utmost compassion and kindness. Nothing was too much trouble. Jayne and Wendy are exceptional and made the journey easier for us.” — Louise S.

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9. H J Dawson Funeral Directors

9.0 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Dawsons handled everything with respect and a quiet confidence that made a difficult time more bearable.” — Mike D.

“Meygan helped me through from start to finish and nothing was too much for her.” — Steve T.

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10. John Taylor Funeral Services

9.0 miles away

3.6
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you to Debbie for organising everything and to my celebrant Amanda Lightowler for preparing and delivering the service so beautifully. The whole process was handled seamlessly with compassion.” — Joanna H.

“We recently lost our Mum & John Taylor couldn't have done more to make it as easy on us as possible. The respect & details are above and beyond. Kept in touch every step of the way & ensured Mum had the send off she deserved.” — Michele W.

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11. Henry Ison and Son Funeral Directors

9.1 miles away

4.8
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“I was incredibly impressed with the way she supported us and took us through the whole process in an incredibly sensitive way.” — John L.

“The Manager, Paul, was so helpful in every way that the process was made much easier than we had imagined. He guided us re the coffin, order of service etc. and even recommended a superb humanist lady to conduct the funeral. Thanks to Paul we were very pleased at how smoothly everything went, and a sad occasion was made so much better.” — David B.

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12. Heart of England Co-op Funerals

9.3 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2485 Cremation from £1790

“From the very first, tearful, visit, we were made to feel supported and welcome. We were led, with total sympathy, through the process that was necessary to give my Father-in-Law the day that he deserved.” — Richard B.

“They truly care about you and your loved one and I highly recommend them. Amanda and the team provide support and guidance in an incredibly professional way whilst also offering compassion, care and a friendly service that helps you to navigate a very difficult time, that bit easier.” — Emily L.

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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
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    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