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 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 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
(125 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1995 Cremation from £995

“Making one of the hardest things we have ever had to do so much easier due to their care and support. They made us feel like they were with us every step of the way and held our hand at all stages. Would never use anyone else.” — Victoria S.

“Nikki greeted us with a much welcomed hug. It was the hardest thing me and my sister have ever had to do. Nikki went above and beyond to make such a dreadful time as stress free as possible. Nikki was there with us at Green Acres — we can't thank her enough for paying her respects to our dearest dad with us. That meant a lot to us.” — Tanya G.

G W Hardy and Son logo

3. G W Hardy and Son

8.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
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
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their unwavering support and guidance made our late father's passing more manageable for us. Their communication and navigation through the funeral and cremation process, which at times proved rather difficult, was always professional, compassionate and incredibly helpful.” — Debra W.

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

H J Paintin Ltd logo

5. H J Paintin Ltd

12.0 miles away

4.9
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bailey Bailey Bailey Don

Meet Bailey, Bailey, Bailey +29

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

“They are really professional at their work, all the staff are amazing and polite — it's family run and I give them 100% good service. I was so happy with all the staff at HJ Paintin.” — 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

3.9
(7 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

4.8
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2290 Cremation from £2290

“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.

“Your professionalism, attentiveness, and deeply caring approach made an incredibly difficult time much easier for us to navigate. Every detail was handled with the utmost dignity and respect.” — Malcolm H.

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 Paul J King

Meet Paul, 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

4.3
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The care you took in looking after dear mum in the chapel of rest, the excellent communication at this sad time — the love and kindness given was everything. What an amazing funeral home who went above and beyond.” — Donna A.

“Zoe has been second to none — she helped make a very hard process of arranging our mum's funeral so much easier. We were provided with hand prints from my mum, which was a lovely touch. We felt that everything was done with care and attention.” — Joanne R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    The most difficult time made so easy with the support and compassion of Jo and Joy who nursed me through every step of mum’s final journey. They listened and responded and ensure…

    Lisa Sharratt via Google
    5

    Absolutely amazing service. I cannot thank Alex and Kelly enough for their support, understanding and empathy throughout the whole process. I wholeheartedly recommend their servic…

    Jessics Lees via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    WCP from the moment of our first meeting were more than helpful and considerate in planning my father‘s funeral. The professionalism and personal service they provided made a very…

    Michelle Cullen via Google
    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    5

    It's taken a while to find the words. Although I have known Antony and Greg for many years having someone look after and care for my darling mum(94) like I have was a huge ask. Th…

    Chris Bracken via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
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    5

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

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    Our recent experience with Rowland brothers West Wickham was was excellent. They are kind and considerate and nothing was too much trouble. They listened to our needs and changes …

    sharon dowley via Google