After a Death in Stroud District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Stroud District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Stroud 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 Stroud District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Allen-White

0.6 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent friendly professional service, helped and guided throughout. Would highly recommend.” — David W.

“Helped and guided through a very difficult time.” — Caroline M.

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2. Central England Co-operative

1.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Central England Co-operative Funeral Directors in Stonehouse offers compassionate, professional funeral services to the local Gloucestershire communit

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3. Michael Gamble Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“Professional, caring and friendly team.” — Jackie D.

“Both Alison and Patsy, you helped make a difficult event in our lives a little easier to deal with.” — chris w.

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4. Philip Ford and Son (Funeral Directors) Ltd

3.1 miles away

4.8
(33 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Victoria made things so much easier for the family and always kept in contact throughout to make sure things were how we wanted them to be.” — Tracy P.

“Elaine who handled my late husband's cremation very recently was very professional and so kind and caring and covered every detail with efficiency and precision.” — Jacqueline S.

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5. Michael Gamble Funeral Directors

3.3 miles away

4.9
(76 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“Compassion and passion in spades from all of the staff. I cannot put into words how beautifully everything was carried out, from the moment they took them into their care right up until the burial/cremation.” — Katie M.

“I could not have wished for a better team to help me with Mum's special day. She talked me through every stage of the process and was on the end of a phone whenever I needed to clarify something.” — Dee S.

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6. Fred Stevens Funeral Directors

3.4 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Calm, efficient, friendly and picked up on exactly what needed to be said. A brilliant independent undertakers.” — Jane W.

“We felt completely supported throughout the entire process. We can't speak highly enough of the service and the care they provided.” — Paul C.

7. Dursley Funeral Service

4.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sue at Dursley Funeral Directors was just lovely. She made a difficult time and situation much easier to cope with. Can't thank her enough.” — Sally D.

“Kay was friendly, supportive and understanding. She kept in contact all through the process of arrangements.” — Paul K.

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8. Fred Stevens Funeral Directors

5.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Oldest family-run funeral business in the Stroud district, with a peaceful Bussage branch offering Chapel of Rest and dedicated parking.

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9. Grimes and Goscombe Funeral Services

6.7 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Dean the Funeral Director showed Care, Compassion and Great Consideration for the needs of myself and the family. An excellent choice for our sad occasion.” — David V.

“Dean and his team are fantastic, nothing is too much trouble. They cover every detail plus are very supportive at what is a very difficult time. Faultless.” — Cathryn M.

10. Matthews Independent Funeral Directors Limited

8.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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11. Selim Smith and Co (inc David Stockwell)

8.7 miles away

4.9
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My sister and I do not believe the funeral could have been handled better. All staff were courteous, empathetic, respectful and highly professional.” — peter m.

“Lorraine was so helpful and kind to us when we were arranging my mum's funeral and so patient with my elderly father. Thank you for helping us through very sad times.” — Lin E.

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12. Ernest Cocks and Sons

9.1 miles away

4.9
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Every question we asked was answered and all the staff were very knowledgeable and friendly and gave us the time we needed. Everything on the day was as good as it could be in the circumstances.” — Peter B.

“She organised both my Nan's funeral and my Mum's funeral, and throughout both of the most difficult times in my life she brought me an incredible amount of comfort and support. Her attention to detail is exceptional, she doesn't miss a thing.” — Alexandra S.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    The most difficult time made so easy with the support and compassion of Jo and Joy who nursed me through every step of mum’s final journey. They listened and responded and ensure…

    Lisa Sharratt via Google
    5

    Absolutely amazing service. I cannot thank Alex and Kelly enough for their support, understanding and empathy throughout the whole process. I wholeheartedly recommend their servic…

    Jessics Lees via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    WCP from the moment of our first meeting were more than helpful and considerate in planning my father‘s funeral. The professionalism and personal service they provided made a very…

    Michelle Cullen via Google
    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    5

    It's taken a while to find the words. Although I have known Antony and Greg for many years having someone look after and care for my darling mum(94) like I have was a huge ask. Th…

    Chris Bracken via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    Our recent experience with Rowland brothers West Wickham was was excellent. They are kind and considerate and nothing was too much trouble. They listened to our needs and changes …

    sharon dowley via Google