After a Death in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Co-op Funeralcare

441 Wimborne Road, BH92AN

0.3 miles away

5
(6 reviews)

2. W Smith & Sons

117 Ensbury Park Road, BH92SH

0.5 miles away

4.6
(18 reviews)

3. Alan Rice and Tapper Funeral Service

987 Wimborne Road, BH92BS

0.9 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)

4. George Scott and Son (Funeral Directors) Ltd

258 Charminster Road, BH89RR

1.0 miles away

5
(2 reviews)

5. George Scott and Son (Funeral Directors) Ltd

North Bournemouth Funeral Home, BH107BD

1.7 miles away

5
(51 reviews)

6. J J Allen

2 Seamoor Road, BH49AN

1.7 miles away

5
(4 reviews)

8. Nicholas O'Hara Funeral Directors

38 Seamoor Road, BH49AS

1.7 miles away

4.6
(20 reviews)

9. Yeatmans Funeral Directors

24 Albert Road, BH122BZ

2.4 miles away

5
(23 reviews)

10. Deric Scott Funeral Directors

Portman Lodge Funeral Home, BH76AN

2.6 miles away

5
(203 reviews)

11. George Scott and Son (Funeral Directors) Ltd

Somerset Funeral Home, BH76JH

2.6 miles away

5
(83 reviews)

12. Ives and Shand Funeral Service

568 Ashley Road, BH140AG

2.9 miles away

5
(7 reviews)

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

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    5

    The service we received from Gibson Funeral Bishop Auckland, was excellent. Victoria came out to see us and guided us through everything efficiently which was a great help. Clair…

    Ann Glasper via Google
    5

    A good review for F & W Funeral Directors. Mention: sorted everything; comms great; personlised experience; thoughtful for our need etc We would highly recommend F & W Funeral Di…

    B. CG via Google
    5

    We are so grateful to Peter for his care and compassion he showed after my Dad passed away. Peter handled everything with professionalism and kindness, making a very difficult tim…

    Emma Ager via Google
    a week ago
    5

    The service and support received during the organisation of the farewell to my brother was exceptional. Mary was absolutely brilliant. She is so kind, compassionate and sincere. I…

    Anita Riddeough via Google
    5

    It was a very sad occasion for me when my Godmother passed away. Cara from J Edwards showed professionalism and empathy throughout the whole process of organising the funeral maki…

    Theresa Dunn via Google
    5

    A very professional but personal service from Ryan, Alistair & Emma. My family can’t thank them enough for helping us through a very difficult and upsetting time. I have no hesita…

    V L via Google
    5

    My lovely Dad died the end of January and I had no hesitation in going back to The Coop Funeral Services in Wendover as they did my Mum proud previously. Diane is just amazing and…

    Jayne Grant via Google
    5

    Very caring and well organised

    John Gibney via Google
    5

    From our first meeting with Holly to the day of the funeral we were shown so much compassion and respect,and the respect given to our late loved one was lovely to see. Thank you f…

    Amy Clough via Google
    5

    We cannot thank the team enough for the care and compassion shown during such a difficult time. They did an excellent job looking after every detail of my dad’s funeral, making th…

    Helen Kendall via Google