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

Uttlesford District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Uttlesford 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 Uttlesford District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Dunmow Co-operative Funeral Directors logo

1. Dunmow Co-operative Funeral Directors

5.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3176 Cremation from £1375

“First class service from Wendy who dealt with our bereavement. We cannot thank her enough for helping to take the stress out of a difficult time.” — Rick

“Marion was an absolute star in helping me prepare for leading a family funeral and nothing was too much trouble. Jodie was excellent Conducting on the day. Thank you for your kindness, support and professionalism.” — Louise W.

2. Barringtons Funeral Directors

5.9 miles away

5
(130 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1995 Cremation from £995

“Every worry I had along the way was met with kindness and understanding. Even the little details that I wanted in place were managed with care. With Lisa there at Green Acres to support and ensure it all went to plan - and it was deeply heart breaking for us yet a wonderful day in many ways.” — Angelina S.

“Making one of the hardest things we have ever had to do, so much easier due to their care and support. They made us feel like they were with us every step of the way and held our hand at all stages. Would never use anyone else.” — Victoria S.

G W Hardy and Son logo

3. G W Hardy and Son

8.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Matthew Matthew Roy Roy

Meet Leila, Leila, Matthew +3

Family-run funeral directors in Finchingfield since 1882, offering compassionate, professional care across Essex 24 hours a day.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

11.4 miles away

4.8
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their unwavering support and guidance made our late father's passing more manageable for us. Their communication and navigation through the funeral and cremation process, which at times proved rather difficult, was always professional, compassionate and incredibly helpful.” — Debra W.

“Their kindness, dignity and humanity will always stay with us. Their support was above and beyond our expectations.” — Aasaf A.

H J Paintin Ltd logo

5. H J Paintin Ltd

12.0 miles away

4.9
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bailey Bailey Bailey Bailey

Meet Bailey, Bailey, Bailey +41

“Paintin organized all the arrangements for returning her to Cambridgeshire and made sure the funeral was exactly as she would have liked it.” — W D.

“Dealt with much empathy and compassion. When we visited him in the chapel of rest they were so kind, caring and explained what we needed to know. If you need compassion, total top class service from day of losing your loved one to day of the funeral, this is the place to go.” — Pam M.

Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors logo

6. Braintree Co-operative Funeral Directors

12.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £3176 Cremation from £1375

Operating from a converted church close to the town centre, this branch is conveniently placed and available to support you with plenty of parking.

G Collins and Sons logo

7. G Collins and Sons

12.2 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish it was all very professional and staff were friendly and so helpful. On the day of my dad's funeral James made the whole process stress free.” — Tracey W.

“Gill and Amy showed real remorse and were very polite and made sure everything was exactly how I wanted dad's funeral to be. The whole team was very considerate and fantastic.” — Angela M.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

12.3 miles away

3.9
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very nice staff, very welcoming and sympathetic, really well organised, at all times.” — carolann s.

“A brilliant team of people, thank you for all that you do!!!” — Molly R.

Janet C Davies of Braintree logo

9. Janet C Davies of Braintree

12.4 miles away

4.8
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2290 Cremation from £2290

“They went above and beyond and I felt support and understanding from both Cara and Megan. I would highly recommend Janet Davies to take care of their loved ones on their final journey.” — Kirsty S.

“Your professionalism, attentiveness, and deeply caring approach made an incredibly difficult time much easier for us to navigate. Every detail was handled with the utmost dignity and respect.” — Malcolm H.

Austins Funeral Service logo

10. Austins Funeral Service

12.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She was efficient, sympathetic and very understanding, always happy to help and accommodate our visits to mum prior to the service.” — Robert M.

“It was not all doom and gloom, far from it. We were able to chat through and even have a bit of a laugh. Nothing was too much trouble. On the actual day I was not worried about anything, I was in safe hands.” — Alison B.

Paul J King Funeral Directors logo

11. Paul J King Funeral Directors

12.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Paul J King Paul J King

Meet Paul, Paul, Paul

Independent family funeral directors founded in 1990, offering caring, professional services across Essex including Braintree.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

13.1 miles away

4.3
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The care you took in looking after dear mum in the chapel of rest, the excellent communication at this sad time — the love and kindness given was everything. What an amazing funeral home who went above and beyond.” — Donna A.

“Zoe has been second to none — she helped make a very hard process of arranging our mum's funeral so much easier. We were provided with hand prints from my mum, which was a lovely touch. We felt that everything was done with care and attention.” — Joanne R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We are so incredibly grateful for the dedication, compassion and care by Karen and the team here. Thank you for helping give mum a lovely send off as she would’ve wanted. The staf…

    Abi via Google
    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    5

    Thank you Maria for your kindness through a difficult time. I would recommend this service to anybody.

    Lionel Richards via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    You never think you will have to make funeral arrangements, but life can be cruel and take your loved one suddenly. I was confused, upset, and not sure where to turn. I trusted my…

    Sarah Riley via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google