After a Death in Vale of White Horse District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Vale of White Horse District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Vale of White Horse 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 Vale of White Horse District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Central England Co-operative logo

1. Central England Co-operative

2.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Central England Co-operative Funeral Directors in Wantage offers compassionate, professional funeral services to families in Oxfordshire.

H J Knapp and Sons logo

2. H J Knapp and Sons

4.4 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We have used another local undertaker for numerous family bereavements, but we found your service much more personal and professional. Your staff were very patient and very understanding of what we were going through.” — Coralie J.

“Nothing was too much trouble and Suzanne gently guided us through the process and made it as comfortable as possible. The whole experience was much less onerous than I imagined and every detail was taken care of with the minimum of fuss.” — Richard H.

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3. Oliver & James Funerals

5.5 miles away

4.8
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you once again Emma and all the team for your support at such a difficult time. Professional and caring. Highly recommend them.” — Carol B.

“Everything was done so calmly and easy from start to finish — arrangements and communication was 100%. That's the 2nd time in 2 years and can't fault them.” — Sharon

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4. Central England Co-operative

5.7 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They provided great service dealing with my uncles funeral, many thanks for everything.” — Marie C.

“Such a peaceful place, staff are lovely and very understanding.” — Penelope (.

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5. Central England Co-operative

8.0 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Such kind and professional care.” — Amanda J.

“Co-op Funeral Care at Didcot ticked every box and it also ticked some boxes that I wasn't aware of. Liaising with Crematorium, local church, printers, florists, plus their own role as funeral directors, I wholeheartedly recommend them.” — David H.

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6. Oliver & James Funeral Directors

8.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Oliver & James Funeral Directors in Botley, Oxford, offers compassionate funeral services as part of the trusted Dignity Funerals network.

7. S and R childs (inc. R L Bromley and Son)

9.6 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Emma was so kind, caring and very professional. She helped with each stage and offered suggestions for flowers, vicar etc and kept in touch to support us with our choices.” — Carol B.

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8. Fisher and Townsend Ltd

10.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Fisher and Townsend Ltd in Witney, Oxfordshire, offers compassionate funeral services and prepaid plans as part of the Dignity network.

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9. Central England Co-operative

10.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing but the best. A professional, smooth conducted funeral, from beginning to end, leaving us with comforting memories.” — Ann E.

“Nothing butt the best. A professiona,l smooth conducted funeral, from beginning to end, leaving us with comforting memories.” — Ann E.

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10. Central England Co-operative

10.3 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service throughout the process!” — Derek O.

“A very caring company at a time when emotions are high, nothing was too much trouble. From first contact the whole process was handled with efficiency and understanding in a friendly and sympathetic way.” — John H.

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11. Central England Co-operative

10.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“When I saw our sister in the chapel of rest, she looked so beautiful. The funeral directors really did a fantastic service, not just helping us with the proceedings, but with the care they took with our sister.” — Susan A.

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12. Central England Co-operative

10.8 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lovely people, full of compassion, dignity and respect as my nan deserved. Very helpful at this hard for us process.” — Irene H.

“Even though we are grieving deeply, we feel utterly compelled to write this review for the most deserving of reasons, and hope to help others make the difficult decision of where to place their trust. A wonderful, exemplary service from start to finish.” — Fiona A.

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    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
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    5

    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

    tracey williams via Google
    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

    Yusa Minto via Google