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
(29 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.

“Simon was more than happy to help with my odd request to move the ashes of my beloved 17 year old dog, showing grace and empathy despite my loss being of a pet.” — Jenny

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3. Oliver & James Funerals

5.5 miles away

4.8
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff were very helpful and caring, explaining everything and making the whole process run smoothly. The orders of service and flowers were beautiful and the service was full of meaning.” — Pamela M.

“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.

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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 (.

5. Ridgeway Funerals

7.3 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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6. Central England Co-operative

8.0 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It 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, we had a level of service that was exemplary.” — David H.

“From the first phone call to the funeral, my family received the most professional, caring and kind support. All the family flowers were laid out beautifully in the hearse.” — Tracey H.

Oliver & James Funeral Directors logo

7. 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.

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8. Eynsham Funeral Services

9.2 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £2595 Cremation from £1700

Family run business benefitting from five generations of local experience.

9. 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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10. 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.

Central England Co-operative logo

11. 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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12. 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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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google