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
(72 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“I found Paul Rennison a kind and understanding guide, very clear and very thoughtful, as well as willing to listen to our stories of our loved-one. The service was beautifully handled, and everything was arranged efficiently and with discretion.” — Judith G.

“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. Compassion and passion in spades from all of the staff.” — Katie M.

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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
(3 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

“Grimes & Goscombe made a difficult time in life easier for myself and my family and friends. I was treated with sensitivity and was not rushed at any time throughout the whole experience.” — Richard P.

“Dean the Funeral Director showed Care, Compassion and Great Consideration for the needs of myself and the family.” — David V.

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

4.8
(22 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

    in the last week
    5

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

    Steven Glass via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
    5

    Recently had to use for my FinL funeral. The service from first walking through the door to final email was faultless. Kate looked after us and him beautifully, navigated us throu…

    Bizzybeejo Green via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

    Shirley via Google
    5

    I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with ge…

    Katie via Google
    5

    From first contact with Carshalton branch Theresa to the ceremony lead by Anita. Everything was handled with dignity and great supportive care. Clear explanation and helpful sugge…

    Mike Cox via Google
    in the last week
    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
    5

    I would unreservedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors for their services. During the recent heartbreaking loss of our beloved mam, we were dealt with with the utmost respec…

    Linda Wind via Google
    5

    I cannot rate the service we received more highly. Cathy Houghton is a credit to the Co op, Rowner and her profession. She treated my brothers and I with kindness, empathy and mad…

    Michael Richardson via Google