After a Death in Isles of Scilly | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Isles of Scilly

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Isles of Scilly 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 Isles of Scilly

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Free tools

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Do I Need Probate?

Answer three quick questions and we'll tell you whether probate is likely needed. If it is, we can connect you with a specialist.

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Guides & Advice

Expert guidance to help you through every step, written by NAFD professionals

Funeral Planning 5 min read

How to Find the Right Funeral Director

Practical advice on choosing a funeral director you can trust — what to look for, questions to ask, red flags to watch for, and why NAFD membership matters.

Funeral Planning 5 min read

How to Arrange a Funeral

A practical, step-by-step guide to arranging a funeral in the UK — from registering the death through to the service itself, including choosing burial or cremation, selecting music and readings, and understanding what your funeral director will handle.

Direct Cremation Explained
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Direct Cremation Explained

Direct cremation is the UK's fastest-growing funeral option, typically costing £895–£1,500. This guide explains what it involves, how to arrange one, and who it suits best.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    Mashfords
    3 months ago
    5

    Could not have chosen a more caring and professional service for our Grandsons funeral arrangements Thank you Barry for handling everything and helping his Mum and Dad through ev…

    …
    Vincent Kinnaird via Google
    Perry and Phillips Funeral Directors
    3 weeks ago
    5

    Perry and Phillips Funeral Services were truly outstanding, and I want to give a special mention to Chris. From start to finish, they took care of my dad as if he was the most im…

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    Bryan Edwards via Google
    R. Pepperdine & Sons Ltd
    a month ago
    5

    Excellent company would 100% recommend thank you so much at everyone at the chorlton firm they took such good care of our loved

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    Marieena Reville via Google
    Leach and Son
    4 years ago
    5

    Thank you for your very professional support with my dear wife’s funeral it made the day go smoothly and dignified very much appreciated.Mr H.Spooner.

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    Henry Spooner via Google
    J G Fielder and Son - Market Weighton
    4 months ago
    5

    Paul and Julie and all the staff at Market Weighton have been absolutely amazing following the death of my father recently. They have handled everything so efficiently and respect…

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    Gemma Robson via Google
    J G Fielder and Son - York
    3 weeks ago
    5

    Chris and the team at J G Fielder & Son provided exceptional support for a recent burial, going above and beyond to accommodate a family’s request to bring their loved one home. T…

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    Stuart Love via Google
    J G Fielder and Son - Pocklington
    2 months ago
    5

    Paul and Julie are an absolute credit to Fielder’s. I’m so glad we decided to use them. From the moment I contacted them I felt the stress from the process disappear as they made …

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    Kate Jacques via Google
    Barnes and Sons
    5 years ago
    5

    Maureen was amazing. My father died at the beginning of March 2020 and the funeral was one of the last before lock down. As the rules changed hourly Maureen made sure we were kept…

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    Lucy Wilson via Google
    Lodge Brothers (Funerals) Ltd
    3 weeks ago
    5

    Thank you Mia , Sharon and Richard for a wonderful service for our Mum .You help my sister and at a very difficult time , making it a little lighter.A big thank you again all .

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    Cherry Evans via Google
    Lodge Brothers (Funerals) Ltd
    3 years ago
    5

    I would like to say thank you to all involved regarding my recent husbands funeral especially a big thank you to Annie at West Byfleet, she has outstandingly been amazing with si…

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    Maria Maddox via Google

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