After a Death in West Lancashire District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

West Lancashire District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the West Lancashire 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 West Lancashire District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. MLS Independent Funeral Directors

0.9 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the outset they showed my family kindness and compassion and their attention to detail was second to none. Nothing was too much trouble and they would respond to all our queries immediately meaning we weren't left stressing over minute details.” — Diane J.

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2. Cooksons Tyrer

1.0 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff at the Burscough branch were so helpful, very understanding and made my dad's sendoff the best that it could be.” — Hayley H.

“All the staff so caring and professional. Made a very difficult time much easier to cope with. Cookson Tyrer are there for you when you most need help.” — Ian G.

3. Hunters Funeral Directors

2.3 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their attention to detail means so much at times like this — we were never rushed, there was lots of understanding. They arranged a meaningful funeral for us, respecting our wishes in every aspect.” — Luisa R.

“The warm friendly staff made an extremely sad and upsetting day bearable. Nothing was too much trouble. Hunters have now cared for the funerals of both of my parents in Ormskirk.” — Neville B.

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4. Co-op Funeralcare

2.4 miles away

4.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The people I have dealt with have been very helpful and kind.” — Jean L.

“From the very start when my mum passed I had to phone Co-op Funeralcare - that phone call was really nice with a gentle man. All the way through Co-op were there to help and guide us. It's the best respect you could not ask for more, above and beyond, nothing was a trouble for them, even down to the drivers. Thank you so much for your kindness.” — Linda L.

5. Skelmersdale Funeral Service Ltd

2.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic service — caring and compassionate, nothing is too much trouble.” — Julie R.

“They never fail to disappoint — nothing is too much and they are always on hand to offer advice or a friendly ear. Thank you for everything you have done for us as a family over the years and for making the process as easy as you do.” — Michelle Q.

6. Walker's Funeral Service

3.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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7. MLS Independent Funeral Directors

3.9 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1080 Cremation from £1750
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“MLS were great at listening to what we wanted as a family and never tried to 'sell' anything to us. They made a very difficult time easier to cope with.” — Matt H.

“MLS are a genuine independent family run business that knows how to treat people when they are at their most vulnerable. There is no hard sell, just a commitment to deliver an appropriate thanksgiving for your loved one.” — Tony M.

8. Devonports Independent Funeral Services

4.8 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish they were amazing. Very caring and understanding and couldn't help you enough. They took care of everything and my dad got the send off I wanted. Can't recommend this place enough. Amazing people.” — Kyle A.

“The compassion and respect shown to ourselves during our recent bereavement was second to none. Richard went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect.” — michael r.

9. R Banks and Son (Funerals) Ltd

5.6 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Just amazing service from start to finish. Every time I spoke with you, you were courteous, respectful and lovely to deal with. Thank you for everything you have done for my dad and my family.” — Peter B.

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10. Neal Buckley Tarleton Funeral Home

6.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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11. Banks of Orrell

6.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Banks of Orrell is a Dignity funeral home in Wigan, offering compassionate, professional funeral services 24 hours a day.

12. Gornalls Funeral Services Ltd

6.4 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service from start to finish was superb.” — Ian B.

“Everything was handled in a very supportive, helpful and professional way. I cannot recommend them highly enough.” — Jon H.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google