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

Dunmow Co-operative Funeral Directors logo

1. Dunmow Co-operative Funeral Directors

5.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3176 Cremation from £1375

“First class service from Wendy who dealt with our bereavement. We cannot thank her enough but will say again, thank you Wendy and for helping to take the stress out of a difficult time.” — Rick

“Marion was an absolute star in helping me prepare for leading a family funeral at Old Park Natural Burial Ground and nothing was too much trouble. Jodie was excellent Conducting on the day and the whole team supporting her at the funeral were great. Thank you for your kindness, support and professionalism.” — Louise W.

2. Barringtons Funeral Directors

5.9 miles away

5
(123 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1995 Cremation from £995

“My beautiful wife was given the send off that she would have wanted. Lisa guided me through the potentially difficult decisions step by step — professional throughout, but above all considerate and kind.” — James M.

“Nothing ever felt rushed, and no question was too much trouble. Their warmth and professionalism truly meant the world to us. Every detail was handled with dignity and care, and they helped create a beautiful farewell that really reflected our loved one.” — David H.

G W Hardy and Son logo

3. G W Hardy and Son

8.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Matthew Matthew Roy Roy

Meet Leila, Leila, Matthew +3

Family-run funeral directors in Finchingfield since 1882, offering compassionate, professional care across Essex 24 hours a day.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

11.4 miles away

4.8
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their support was above and beyond our expectations. Their kindness, dignity and humanity will always stay with us.” — Aasaf A.

“Megan was impeccable, attentive and respectful towards everyone. She shows compassion, dignity, guidance and respect at all times and truly cares about her career.” — Gary S.

H J Paintin Ltd logo

5. H J Paintin Ltd

12.0 miles away

4.9
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bailey Bailey Don Elaine

Meet Bailey, Bailey, Don +18

“Just so caring and the daughter was just a lovely person. The pall bearers were just lovely. Thank you - you did my mum proud.” — Tricia S.

“All the staff are amazing and polite and friendly. They looked after my mum when she passed away and kept me informed about what was happening. It's family run and I give them 100% good service.” — PHILLIP E.

Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors logo

6. Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors

12.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £3176 Cremation from £1375

Operating from a converted church close to the town centre, this branch is conveniently placed and available to support you with plenty of parking.

G Collins and Sons logo

7. G Collins and Sons

12.2 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish it was all very professional and staff were friendly and so helpful. On the day of my dad's funeral James made the whole process stress free.” — Tracey W.

“I cannot recommend their services high enough. I would never use any other company.” — Alison L.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

12.3 miles away

4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very nice staff, very welcoming and sympathetic, really well organised, at all times.” — carolann s.

“A brilliant team of people, thank you for all that you do!!!” — Molly R.

Janet C Davies of Braintree logo

9. Janet C Davies of Braintree

12.4 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2290 Cremation from £2290

“Cara was amazing. From beginning to end she was always there for us. The arrangements were impeccable. I cannot praise this company enough. Really heartfelt thanks.” — Deborah N.

“They went above and beyond and I felt support and understanding from both Cara and Megan. I would highly recommend Janet Davies to take care of their loved ones on their final journey.” — Kirsty S.

Austins Funeral Service logo

10. Austins Funeral Service

12.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She was efficient, sympathetic and very understanding, always happy to help and accommodate our visits to mum prior to the service.” — Robert M.

“We were able to chat through and even have a bit of a laugh at what we wanted, and did not want. Nothing was too much trouble. I felt very reassured that every detail of the service had been thought through carefully.” — Alison B.

Paul J King Funeral Directors logo

11. Paul J King Funeral Directors

12.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Paul J King

Meet Paul, Paul

Independent family funeral directors founded in 1990, offering caring, professional services across Essex including Braintree.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

13.1 miles away

3.9
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Zoe was very good at her job and I felt she understood our needs. She suggested Rachel as a celebrant who really seemed to know us so well after just one meeting and made us feel very at ease.” — Kim B.

“The care you took in looking after dear mum in the chapel of rest, the excellent communication with me her daughter at this sad time — the love and kindness given means so much.” — Donna A.

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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