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

Uttlesford District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Uttlesford 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 Uttlesford District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Dunmow Co-operative Funeral Directors

Jutland House, CM61WX

5.4 miles away

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2. Barringtons Funeral Directors

50 Hockerill Street, CM232DW

5.9 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
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3. G W Hardy and Son

The Green, CM74JS

8.2 miles away

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4. Co-op Funeralcare

20 High Street, CM170DW

11.4 miles away

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5. H J Paintin Ltd

43 High Street, CB214HS

12.0 miles away

4.9
(12 reviews)
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6. Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors

6 Clare Road, CM72PA

12.1 miles away

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7. G Collins and Sons

30 Rayne Road, CM72QH

12.2 miles away

4
(4 reviews)
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8. Co-op Funeralcare

4 Rayne Road, CM72QH

12.3 miles away

1
(1 reviews)
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9. Janet C Davies of Braintree

72 Coggeshall Road, CM79BY

12.4 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
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10. Austins Funeral Service

The Old Fire Station, SG99HT

12.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
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11. Paul J King Funeral Directors

86 Manor Street, CM73HR

12.6 miles away

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12. Co-op Funeralcare

7 High Street, CB98AA

13.1 miles away

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Perry and Phillips Funeral Services were truly outstanding, and I want to give a special mention to Chris. From start to finish, they took care of my dad as if he was the most im…

    Bryan Edwards via Google
    5

    I can't praise this company highly enough. They looked after my Dad with such respect, from the initial phone call to the planning and then to the final day, they ensured the whol…

    Paul White via Google
    5

    Pepperdine Barrett conducted the funeral of both my parents within the last 7 months. The service they provided was amazing. Kate, Barry, John and Pauline and the rest of the team…

    Paula Morgan via Google
    5

    Excellent service. Helped and guilded us with everything that was needed.

    Sherry Coughlan via Google
    5

    We dealt with M.K Ginders for my mums funeral arrangements. Michelle at the Bricketwood office is fantastic, very friendly and professional approach and despite having difficult q…

    Paul Gillett via Google
    4 years ago
    5

    Thank you for your very professional support with my dear wife’s funeral it made the day go smoothly and dignified very much appreciated.Mr H.Spooner.

    Henry Spooner via Google
    5

    I have had to use Ginders services twice in the last 18 months and both times found them to be highly professional and I have been very pleased with the services that they provide

    Ann Comyn via Google
    2 years ago
    5

    Graham and Lucy provided a very kind, efficient and professional service; Graham made the initial process very easy and straightforward, recommended an excellent celebrant and flo…

    wendy nunn via Google
    5

    Paul and Julie and all the staff at Market Weighton have been absolutely amazing following the death of my father recently. They have handled everything so efficiently and respect…

    Gemma Robson via Google
    5

    Chris and the team at J G Fielder & Son provided exceptional support for a recent burial, going above and beyond to accommodate a family’s request to bring their loved one home. T…

    Stuart Love via Google

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