After a Death in The City of Brighton and Hove | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

The City of Brighton and Hove

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the The City of Brighton and Hove 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 The City of Brighton and Hove

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

S E Skinner & Sons Funeral Directors logo

1. S E Skinner & Sons Funeral Directors

0.5 miles away

4.9
(92 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Shaun Richards Shaun Richards Shaun Richards Shaun Richards

Meet Shaun, Shaun, Shaun +1

“Shaun has the perfect mannerisms and commitment needed to help make planning the funeral as trouble-free as possible. I found talking to Shaun very relaxing. They truly made the funeral memorable for all the right reasons.” — Oska M.

“I look back a week later now and think of it as a very special day and know that Aaron, April and Shawn used their professional experience to ensure we have these precious memories. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.” — Cath S.

The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Brighton logo

2. The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Brighton

0.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

“Very caring and well organised.” — John G.

“Lucy was amazing from start to finish of funeral arrangements.” — Dennis D.

Arthur Denyer Funeral Directors logo

3. Arthur Denyer Funeral Directors

0.5 miles away

4.7
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We had family here from New Zealand and needed to have the funeral as soon as possible. This was a huge challenge and you managed to arrange everything all within a week.” — Mick M.

“Our mother's funeral was managed compassionately and professionally from the day that she passed away. Every detail was executed perfectly, creating a warm and memorable celebration of her life.” — Claire B.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

4.6
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Amy at Brighton Co-op Funeralcare made us feel happy to leave my father-in-law in her care. Thank you for making a difficult situation so much easier.” — Karen B.

“I cannot express enough that my brothers funeral service went well as can be in the circumstances. Attentive, caring, professional, comforting — amazing experience and beautiful memories because the team were so perfect in their delivery.” — Wendy M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

0.7 miles away

4.7
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They drove past a part of Brighton that was very special to my dad on the way to the cemetery, which my dad would have loved. It's clear that it's not just a job for them - they all genuinely care.” — Liz E.

“They turned what was an emotional day into a wonderful send off for my Dad on what would have been his 90th birthday. He would have been both pleased and touched by the thoughtfulness of the team.” — Liz O.

Attree & Kent Funeral Directors logo

6. Attree & Kent Funeral Directors

1.7 miles away

5
(78 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Tim Jones Tim Jones Tracy Selby Tracy Selby

Meet Tim, Tim, Tracy +3

“The Funeral Director Shaun was professional and dignified but also had a wicked sense of humour. Overall a first class experience for myself, my brother Graham and Sister Jenny.” — Chris W.

“I was finally handed a very attractive potted plant to remind me that life goes on. They created the order of service, arranged three different limousine pickup points, and saw to every detail — a truly sympathetic and caring funeral direction service.” — Rod W.

7. Derriman and Haynes

1.7 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the beginning to the end this funeral service has been outstanding at support and delivering what is agreed.” — Anita L.

“Every single one made this a perfect send off for our Uncle. From the people in the office to all the drivers and coffin bearers.” — Denise R.

The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Hove logo

8. The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Hove

1.8 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Not an experience you want to think about...however, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Caring Lady. Really helpful, accommodating, professional.” — Mike S.

“The staff are caring, thoughtful, respectful and very professional. I cannot recommend them enough.” — Jane C.

W Cornford and Son logo

9. W Cornford and Son

2.5 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jennie helped and guided me to giving my father a wonderful send off. The whole team went above and beyond to make sure we had everything to make the day go well.” — Jules W.

“Nicky Gray went above and beyond to provide an absolute professional but also friendly service. She explained everything to me. Lovely company to deal with during a difficult time.” — Deby M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

2.5 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They really made planning the service so personal and as easy as possible at such an awful time.” — M N.

“All the staff involved in our mum's funeral were compassionate, kind and respectful. They were in constant communication; gentle, not pushy. I cannot praise them highly enough.” — Di B.

Baker and Sons logo

11. Baker and Sons

3.4 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A sad day, but certainly not a stressful one. We really couldn't have asked for a better send off for my dad.” — Cliff S.

“From the first contact through to the funeral service, every member of staff were friendly, professional and caring making the whole unexpected occasion run smoothly.” — Natasha D.

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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