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
(88 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Shaun Richards Shaun Richards

Meet Shaun, Shaun

“Aaron always answered the phone and replied to emails in minutes and was patient with my concerns. All the staff also have a positivity and a sense of humour which was definitely helpful as sometimes in amongst the sadness the experience can seem so surreal.” — Cath S.

“She had made it to 100 years and therefore we wanted her final journey to be perfect. It was. Shaun and April guided us through every step, helping us to make the right decisions and ensuring the day was perfect for Ma.” — Kym W.

The Co-operative Funeralcare with Caring Lady - Brighton logo
5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“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

4.6
(13 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. My heartfelt warm thanks to everyone involved.” — Mick M.

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

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Helpful and understanding staff whatever your gender.” — Andrew W.

“What an awesome service we had, attentive, caring, professional, comforting, amazing experience we had and beautiful memories because the team of ushers where so perfect in their delivery of help. I cannot express enough that my brothers funeral service went well as can be in the circumstances.” — Wendy M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

0.7 miles away

4.6
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very compassionate and caring service from this team.” — Ken P.

“Special thanks goes to Megan for not only her kindness but her abundance of patience especially while trying to sort out the photographic tribute.” — Liz

Attree & Kent Funeral Directors logo

6. Attree & Kent Funeral Directors

1.7 miles away

5
(74 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Tim Jones Tracy Selby Victoria Andrews

Meet Tim, Tracy, Victoria

“I was finally handed a very attractive potted plant to remind me that life goes on. They created a truly moving tribute with photos of my late wife accompanied by her favourite music.” — Rod W.

“Nothing was ever rushed and we were met with calm guidance, reassurance, and genuine support throughout — taking away so much stress and allowing us the space to grieve.” — Rachel B.

7. Derriman and Haynes

1.7 miles away

4
(4 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.

“Derriman and Haynes could not be faulted for their professionalism, empathy and sympathy. I was again led through by Zoe who was wonderful throughout.” — Jennifer F.

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

“Really helpful, accommodating, professional. Not an experience you want to think about, however I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Caring Lady.” — 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
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everything was done to make the funeral as positive and celebratory as it could be. I have used Cornford's twice now and they have been first class.” — Anthony J.

“They provided such a wonderful, caring, compassionate service, from planning our mums funeral right up to the day itself. They made it go with ease. They did our mum proud.” — Debbie K.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

2.5 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very friendly and helpful. The staff were amazing on the day as well.” — Linda R.

“The staff was friendly and very knowledgeable and nothing was too much. The celebrant was very nice and perfect for this ceremony.” — Catherine M.

Baker and Sons logo

11. Baker and Sons

3.4 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great experience from start to finish, the staff were helpful and great at all times.” — Chris R.

“Great service and very caring towards you. I live in London and they done everything by phone and email — totally recommend them.” — Tracy M.

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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