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★★★★★

“We'd like to thank the staff of A W Lymn for their outstanding care and kindness when handling the funeral arrangements for Stuart, a dearly loved husband and father. Karen Wilkinson at the Arnold office was brilliant and took time to guide us through the process of making choices for the funeral. She was sensitive and kind, paid attention to detail, and we didn't feel pressured or rushed. We had a viewing and could see how well Stuart had been cared for.

On the day the flowers were absolutely beautiful. Russ and the rest of the team were professional, respectful and considerate, everything ran very smoothly. Mark conducted the service just as we wanted and we felt very well looked after, so a big thank you to you all.

Margaret, Matthew, and Richard”

Margaret Beniston reviewed
A.W. Lymn Arnold

★★★★★

“Mandie and Martin were absolutely brilliant from start to finish they were so professional, caring and compassionate, they helped us with everything we needed and done a great job with Dad while he was in there care,
Thankyou so much for making this difficult time that little bit easier for us,
As a family we would highly recommend you  ”

Kevin Cleal reviewed
New Forest Funerals

★★★★★

“All the quality and compassion we could have possibly wished for from a Funeral Director (times a million)! Above and Beyond doesn't even come close!

It's obvious Rouse and Co take huge pride in offering traditional quality, respectfulness and professionalism. They are genuinely caring, friendly and so thoughtful and accommodating through the whole process.

We received an exceptional service from Rouse and Co, and then some! Don't look anywhere else if you want the VERY BEST for your Loved One and family.

From the moment you walk through the door of Rouse and Co, you feel as though you're among friends or with an extension of your own family. They are not about making money or being inflexible. They take time to have relaxed conversations (whenever you need) and really listen to what your individual wishes and circumstances are so that they can provide the best for your Loved One and your family. Louise was really approachable, supportive, and knowledgeable, we knew we were in great hands from the very start!

Mark Rouse is a Legend! He did so much for our Mum, I can't even begin to thank him enough for being so caring, and all the personal touches, and extra stuff he just does. Due to our family's situation, we were pretty high maintenance! Nothing was too much trouble. We made some late changes (and I asked a LOT, last minute!!), I apologised to Mark about it, he said "Don't worry at all, it's what we do". Wonderful person!

If I could give more stars I would. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my send off!

Thank you so very much for everything you did for us Rouse and Co!!!!”

Barrie Wren reviewed
Rouse & Co. Independent Funeral Directors

★★★★★

“From the very first phone call we made to Albert Parr & Sons, Sarah was amazing . She looked after and guided us throughout the process with just the right combination of kindness and efficiency. She was a safe pair of hands at a very difficult time. The funeral day itself went exactly as we’d hoped, with the lovely Alan taking the reins. Thank you all. ”

Michelle Kilmurray reviewed
Albert Parr & Sons

★★★★★

“We was very pleased with the professionalism of the staff and services we received they went above and beyond to help with any questions and needs we had. Michael my husband would of been very happy.”

Daria Seagrave reviewed
A.W. Lymn Bulwell

Funeral director FAQs

How many funeral directors are there in the UK?

There are 5,814 funeral directors in the United Kingdom. Type in any UK city, town or postcode to find a funeral director in your area on Funeral Guide’s comprehensive listings.

How many crematoriums are there in the UK?

There are 303 crematoriums in the UK, with 254 in England, 17 in Wales, 31 in Scotland and 1 in Northern Ireland.

What is the average cremation cost in the UK?

The average cost of cremation in the UK is £854. This covers the cost of a standard week-day time slot for an adult resident and does not include doctors' fees or optional extras, such as live streaming a service online.

How do I find a good funeral director?

Comparing funeral directors and reading reviews of their services can be very helpful, but it is still a good idea to discuss your options in person. Most good funeral directors will be happy to discuss your options at their local branch or even come to you.

Read more: How to choose a funeral director

How do you get help with paying for a funeral?

If the cost of a funeral is not covered by a prepaid funeral plan, or the estate of the person who has died, you may be able to get financial help from the government’s Bereavement Support Payment, or from War Disablement Pensions, charitable funds or budgeting loans.

Read more: How to get help with funeral costs

What is a funeral director responsible for?

A funeral director is responsible for caring for your loved one after they have died, from the moment they leave the hospital until they have been cremated or buried. They will be able to help you to arrange the funeral, from choosing a venue to picking the right flowers. It is important that you choose the best funeral director, which is why Funeral Guide is here to help.

What does a funeral director actually do?

A funeral director is a professional who can assist you in caring for your loved one after they have died, and help to arrange the funeral service. More specifically, this can include things like embalming and dressing the body before the funeral, and liaising with other service providers such as the crematoria and memorial masons. They can also assist you with the legal paperwork that must be completed after a death occurs.

What are funeral directors called?

Funeral directors are often known as undertakers, although the term is less used these days. In America funeral directors are sometimes called morticians, although technically a mortician is someone who prepares a body for embalming, viewing and burial - a funeral director also does this, but they are also involved in every other aspect of the funeral arrangement.

How long does a meeting with a funeral director take?

Your first meeting with a funeral director will typically take around 2 hours. The meeting can be done either in person or over the phone - many funeral directors will visit your house if you’d prefer this. At this meeting, you’ll be asked about where you want the funeral to take place, whether you want a burial or cremation, song or hymn choices, and many other details that you may not have considered. Don’t worry if you don’t have all of the answers - your funeral director will be able to talk you through some options, and you can always change your mind at any time before the funeral.

About Funeral Guide

Funeral Guide is the UK’s most comprehensive funeral site, where you can compare prices, read verified reviews and find the perfect funeral director in your local area. Arranging the funeral for a dearly departed friend or relative can be a stressful and possibly confusing experience; however, this is where we can help.

The database of professional funeral directors available on-site can help users view all of the options at their disposal organised by what is most important to them. Simply enter the address or postcode of the area where you are looking to arrange a funeral and find all of the local funeral directors displayed on site. This directory can be arranged in order of price, distance and relevance to the information provided, all of which can help you find the best funeral directors for your needs.

Local Funeral Directors

We have compiled information on a huge number of professional funeral directors across the United Kingdom, which means you can find a local company no matter where you are. Entering an address or postcode in the search bar will bring up all of the funeral directors nearby, with the company title, imagery, and distance from you included. Users at Funeral Guide can also see the number of reviews left with each local funeral directors on site here, along with an estimate of the prices they offer.

If you are looking for more information on a specific company, the ‘view funeral director’ option will open their dedicated page on-site. Here is where users can find the address and contact information of each funeral directors, along with further information about the service they provide and reviews left by past clients. Whether you’re looking for funeral directors in London or Lisburn, the Funeral Guide search bar is the easiest way to find a directors that is right for you.

All of the companies we work with provide professional service for their clients throughout the funeral planning process. These funeral directors can help with every step in planning a funeral for someone of any religion or culture, from booking the venue to helping with funeral poems or floral tributes for the day.

What Do Funeral Directors Do?

From booking funeral venues to providing emotional support for clients, the service of UK funeral directors ensures clients have everything they need throughout the funeral planning process. They can help to arrange funerals of all beliefs and cultures with years of experience in organising everything that goes into providing a special funeral service and aftercare. From local village organisations to big city industries such as Birmingham funeral directors, each firm will have experience working with local businesses required for funeral planning, like florists and hearse rentals.

With such a wide variety of funeral directors to choose from, deciding which company you should contact can be difficult. With 5,814 funeral homes listed across the UK and thousands of independent reviews, you can use our funeral comparison service to compare funeral directors quickly and easily to find the right service for you and your loved one.

Find Funeral Directors Near You

The database of funeral directors A - Z available at Funeral Guide provides users with all of the companies that are local to them in locations across the UK. Simply enter your town or postcode to find local funeral homes near you. You can filter results by nearest, most reviewed and best rated to see how different funeral directors and undertakers compare in your local area.

Our funeral director reviews at Funeral Guide are independent and genuine. Only people who have used a funeral director for their loved one’s funeral can leave a review, so you can compare funeral directors easily and confidently find the ideal service for your loved one.

Click on the profile page of funeral directors from Glasgow to Southampton and learn more with independent reviews from people who have used their services on-site. On each funeral home’s profile page, you can find a map showing where it is located, the latest obituaries published by the funeral director and any contact information if you want to find out more.

You’ll have everything you need to compare funeral directors and make an informed decision after the passing of a loved one at Funeral Guide. You can call a funeral director on the number provided to find out more and begin discussing your loved one’s funeral arrangements.

Funeral Help & Advice

Along with the directory of funeral directors local to you, we have lots of information available at Funeral Guide for those looking into the funeral planning process. The Funeral Help & Advice section on-site features information on all aspects of funeral planning, from arranging a funeral to managing the estate of the deceased. The information here can be very helpful for anybody going through the difficult experience of planning a funeral.

Here, we have compiled all of the information that is needed regarding the passing of a friend or family member. Users can find out more about registering a death and obtaining a death certificate before the funeral planning begins, or even find bereavement support services available to them here at Funeral Guide.

Funeral Planning

At Funeral Guide, we aim to help users with all aspects of funeral planning, from arranging your own funeral wishes to organising the funeral of a friend or relative. The experience of arranging a funeral can be very difficult and confusing; we hope that users on-site find all of the information here helpful during this difficult time.

Once you are familiar with the funeral planning process, choosing a funeral directors is the next step in organising a ceremony for the departed. We can help you find funeral directors in Edinburgh and other large cities or local organisations in smaller towns across the UK that offer the service you are looking for.

With 5,814 funeral homes listed across the UK and thousands of independent reviews, you can use our funeral comparison service to compare funeral directors quickly and easily to find the right service for you and your loved one.