After a Death in Wiltshire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Wiltshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Wiltshire 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 Wiltshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. John Stuart Funeral Services

3.1 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service and staff were helpful and understanding. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Terry who was in charge on the day was brilliant.” — Andrew T.

“All matters were dealt with professionally and with kindness and courtesy. The celebration undertaken by Sharon Bird was very detailed and touching. Dad would have been proud of his send off.” — Paul O.

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2. C S Winchcombe Funerals Ltd

3.2 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Alex came twice to our house to assist us in putting together the Order of Service and then organised the printing. She also said she wished more people would choose to plan their own service - because it saves so much heartache later for relatives who are not quite sure what their deceased loved one might have chosen.” — Linda

“They guided us sympathetically throughout the process with something we have never had to deal with before. Nothing was too much trouble and even the Order of Service Programmes were printed with such care, assisting us with the layout and photographs.” — Sheelagh H.

3. John Stuart Funeral Directors

8.0 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Karen and Angela you were just so kind in helping arrange my Dad's funeral...nothing was too much trouble.... Chelsea you were just so lovely and professional.” — Jane G.

“Constant communication with Karen at every stage and kindness shown by Kelly, who looked after dad while he was resting.” — Lynne C.

4. Odette Funeral Director

9.1 miles away

4.6
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Due to the wonderful care and attention she provided, I recently chose to utilise her services once more. Odette, I would like to thank you once more for providing me with such a professional and personal service.” — Ict

“They are unwavering in ensuring they take exceptional care of the families they support — always with compassion, respect, and a deep sensitivity to their wishes.” — Maxine W.

5. E Wootten and Son

9.2 miles away

4.9
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have never had such personal service and kindness from the staff at Wootten — always about my husband and how he was treated and cared for. Thank you so much for making my experience memorable.” — Teresa H.

“David your manager at your Calne branch showed us true empathy, he made things very easy for us. On the funeral day he was very professional and we couldn't have got through the day without him. I would like to thank John very much — he was watching out for me all the time as the ground in the churchyard was slippery and he stopped me from falling a couple of times.” — Liz P.

6. C S Bowyer

9.6 miles away

4.7
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We had a very professional, friendly and compassionate service from CS Bowyers Funeral Directors. We would happily recommend them.” — David B.

“Thanks so much for all your help and support over the past couple of weeks - Jack and the other guys on the day were first class.” — Ryan M.

7. Co-op Funeralcare

9.8 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very good experience - helpful, sympathetic, understanding and easy to talk to. Service was excellent throughout and couldn't be faulted.” — david w.

“There was nothing they wouldn't do to support and guide us through, from planning to on the day and beyond.” — vicky J.

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8. F Curtis and Son Funeral Directors

11.1 miles away

5
(70 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“Nothing to them was more important than your loved ones send off. I have one in my car and it helps to look back and remember what a lovely day F Curtis had done for my mum. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” — Jane B.

“We as a family could not thank them more for the care, dignity and support they gave us. A credit to Warminster and highly recommended.” — Tim K.

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9. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Warminster

11.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Very good and helpful” — Samantha

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10. F W Jones and Sons

11.7 miles away

4.6
(43 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Any problems or issues concerning my mother's body returning to Chippenham were resolved with kindness and professionalism. My thanks to Nina and Adam for all their support during this time.” — Angela C.

“Every member of staff was kind, considered and thoughtful in their interactions with us at every point of contact. We couldn't have wanted more, or been better cared for. Thank you.” — Frances T.

11. C S Bowyer

11.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“So professional, empathetic, and patient. Helped with choices, and information regarding those things you may not have thought about.” — chris b.

“The family were able to have a worry free day as C S Bowyer conducted themselves and directed the funeral in a dignified way.” — Nigel A.

12. Co-op Funeralcare

11.9 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The care that they give to grieving families is given with compassion, sensitivity and professionalism and this is often mentioned to me when I visit families. They are wonderful to work with and I would have no hesitation in recommending them.” — Maxine W.

“For such young years they really do understand what the bereaved families are going through. They empathise with the families like old friends, building trusting relationships which really put everyone at ease. They use their in depth knowledge not just to guide the families through, but to really help them make it a very special occasion, memorable for all the right reasons.” — Nick D.

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    5

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    Wendy Perretta via Google
    5

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    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

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    Excellent personal service from Anthony dealing with all aspects of the arrangements for my wife's funeral and cremation services followed by the interment of her ashes in the fam…

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    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

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