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

Waverley District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Waverley 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 Waverley District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Mullard Funerals logo

1. Mullard Funerals

2.8 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Faye at Mullards was amazing - gave dad a tremendous send off. Every detail was perfect. He would have loved it. Faye and the team worked tirelessly on every detail. Nothing was too much trouble and they made a difficult time much easier to get through.” — Rachel

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Godalming Funeral Service logo

2. Godalming Funeral Service

3.2 miles away

5
(271 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“Paul is so incredibly kind, understanding and helpful. I would recommend them to anyone for all the personal touches, knowledge, service and cost. Thank you for everything you have done for our family which has culminated in the grave I always imagined for my Mum.” — jules n.

“In such a hard time for us, it was wonderful to have Godalming Funeral Service taking care of literally everything for us. Nothing was a problem, and everything was done to utter perfection.” — Rob M.

Gorringes & Finch logo

3. Gorringes & Finch

3.6 miles away

4.9
(60 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A team that led with light but significant touches. Both Gorringes and our celebrant helped to focus how we wanted to celebrate our loved one. Everything went beautifully.” — Mike S.

“Kelly was professional, kind and approachable — she made everything easy at this very difficult time. We couldn't have wished for a more fitting and personal tribute for my lovely Dad.” — Sally T.

Gould and Chapman Funeral Service logo

4. Gould and Chapman Funeral Service

5.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jamie and team were really friendly and helpful during a really difficult time. Would definitely recommend.” — Clare A.

“They were very sensitive & attentive throughout the whole process & made all as easy as it could have been & took as much as possible from our hands.” — S D.

G M Luff and Partners Ltd logo

5. G M Luff and Partners Ltd

5.5 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were so professional, kind and genuinely concerned at the families sad loss.” — Elaine H.

“They made the organisation of my Mother's funeral easy, without fuss, and with care and compassion. Highly recommended.” — Angela C.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

5.6 miles away

3
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a very sad and trying time they made the process that bit easier. I can't praise the service and compassionate support received on both occasions. There was no pushing for extras etc.” — Kim C.

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Farnham Funeral Service logo

7. Farnham Funeral Service

6.8 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lovely team who have worked with care, professionalism and compassion.” — Harry M.

“They explain everything clearly and give you lots of options to suit your needs. Absolutely would recommend them to care for your loved ones in these hard times.” — sarlota v.

Lodge Brothers & Monk logo

8. Lodge Brothers & Monk

6.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3800 Cremation from £2150

“Kind, Understanding and Very Helpful through a difficult Time. Arranged Everything - Beautifully.” — Surrey G.

“We cannot thank Zara enough for making this very difficult time, a peaceful one. Their charges are also reasonable and just as promised, no hidden charges.” — Dee L.

Gorringes & Finch logo

9. Gorringes & Finch

6.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Gorringes & Finch in Farnham, Surrey, is a Dignity Funerals branch offering compassionate funeral services and prepaid plans.

Gorringes & Finch logo

10. Gorringes & Finch

7.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Gorringes & Finch in Guildford offers compassionate, professional funeral services as part of the trusted Dignity Funerals network.

Holmes and Family Ltd logo

11. Holmes and Family Ltd

7.1 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“If I could have given ten stars I would. I cannot rate Holmes & Family high enough. Thank you so much to Sharon, Oliver, Dane and the whole team for making such a sad time bearable.” — Mandy G.

“Felt totally at ease from the initial meeting right up until the day of the funeral. No pressure to have anything but what we wanted. We were treated with respect and kindness.” — Karen L.

12. Guildford Funeralcare

7.1 miles away

4.9
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a difficult time they made the process so much easier, nothing was too much trouble.” — Andy B.

“They were always helpful and available when I needed them. I'm very thankful for the loving and caring work that they do.” — silvia q.

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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