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

“Patient and encouraging as the family has chased every inconsistent capital letter and stray semi-colon off an ex-teacher's Order of Service! They have made it so easy.” — Heather (.

“Always received with a calm & sympathetic manner, nothing too much trouble — making our Mother's final rest so peaceful.” — Julie A.

2. W G Rathbone

1.7 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very kind and helpful during a difficult time, mom died very suddenly but had the foresight to pre pay for her funeral, which helped so much! Staff very professional and empathetic to all family.” — Harleigh M.

“From the first second we contacted them to the last minute after they dropped us back after the funeral they were impeccable.” — Laura S.

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3. Hemming and Peace Funeral Services

1.8 miles away

4.9
(43 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were so sympathetic and professional. A special mention for Jenny and Wendy - thank you so much for your kindness.” — Valerie W.

“All staff were very helpful, patient, friendly and responsive from my first call late on a Saturday night when my father died. I was kept updated at all times and the staff were easy to contact at any time. The team were very supportive at the funeral and made everything run smoothly and to my wishes.” — Jo B.

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4. W G Rathbone

7.4 miles away

4.7
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service from the staff at WG Rathbone Funeral Directors was first class and made arranging my Mother's funeral a lot more easier than we were thinking it would be.” — Colin S.

“My StepFather's sudden death and out-of-hours time made things more complicated, especially in the Covid climate, but right from the first contact everything was made clear and the team was thoroughly helpful. Regular updates and advice made this sad time far easier to organise.” — Peter K.

5. The John Taylor Funeral Service

7.7 miles away

4.7
(3 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.

“They are so good at what they do it made me happy that my dad was in safe hands. I would thank Aleah cause if it wasn't for her I don't think I would have enjoyed being there and also she was amazing for what she did.” — Craig W.

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6. David Baker Funeral Directors

8.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Chris did an excellent job helping us arrange my Father's funeral, especially welcome as we live several hours away. He found us a lovely minister 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.

“Phillip helped to arrange my Mum's funeral. The service provided was faultless, fantastic communication, he took care of everything for me, nothing was too much trouble. Such a lovely man too.” — Terri W.

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7. Hemming and Peace Funeral Services

8.7 miles away

5
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“From our first experience with Chris in the office to the hassle free compilation of order of service — 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.

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8. Hemming and Peace Funeral Services

8.8 miles away

4.9
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were first class from start to finish. 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.

“Nigel and his team are simply amazing and take all the stress of the funeral. Their kindness, respect, courtesy, professionalism and attention to detail is second to none.” — Trassa W.

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9. H J Dawson Funeral Directors

9.0 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Thank you Alicia for helping us with all the arrangements and being so kind. And Martin and team for helping us on the day and making it run as smoothly as possible - We can't thank you enough!” — jodie f.

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10. John Taylor Funeral Services

9.0 miles away

3.4
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The family have used JT for all family members over the years. This is because they are simply the best!! They can't do enough for you.” — Graham M.

“Thank you for your care and support at such a difficult time. The whole process was handled seamlessly with compassion.” — Joanna H.

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11. Henry Ison and Son Funeral Directors

9.1 miles away

4.8
(27 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. 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
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2485 Cremation from £1790

“Our funeral director listened to our wishes and made an excellent additional recommendation which was a cherry on top that we hadn't thought of. The day itself was very well organised, exactly as we would have hoped for.” — Mark B.

“They truly care about you and your loved one and I highly recommend them. They provide support and guidance in an incredibly professional way whilst also offering compassion, care and a friendly service that helps you 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

    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