Attended funerals in Edinburgh

An attended funeral is a full funeral service with family and friends there. We have several funeral directors in Edinburgh, each able to arrange one with you.

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Barclays Funeral Directors

  • 3 Meadow Place Road, Corstorphine, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH12 7TZ
  • 0131 334 6487
Arthur's Seat in Holyrood park in Edinburgh

Barclays Funeral Directors

  • 147-153 Great Junction Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH6 5LG
  • 0131 553 6818
View of the Cramond Island in Lothian, Scotland

Barclays Funeral Directors

  • 49 Main Street, Davidson's Mains, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH4 5BZ
  • 0131 312 8000
Thomas Marin Funeral Directors in Edinburgh

Thomas Marin Funeral Directors

  • 62-64 St Mary's Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1SX
  • 0131 556 6874
James Scott Funeral Directors in Edinburgh

James Scott Funeral Directors

  • 314 Portobello High Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH15 2DA
  • 0131 669 6333
James Scott Funeral Directors in Musselburgh, Edinburgh

James Scott Funeral Directors

  • 7 Bridge Street, Musselburgh, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH21 6AA
  • 0131 665 6925

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Serving communities from 558 branches, UK-wide

From plans to probate

Expert support with funeral services, memorials and more

Setting a standard for every funeral

Our team in Edinburgh is there for you from the moment you call, to the day of the funeral and beyond. Every attended funeral includes our:

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    Kindness and support

    Our team will listen, guide, and take care of all the details. From handling the paperwork to advising on the little touches that make the day feel right.

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    Experience

    We've arranged funerals for families of every faith, background and situation. Whatever you're thinking – traditional, personal, or something alternative – you’ll be looked after by people who have made it happen before.

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    Professional care

    We’ll look after the person who has died with respect, in our first-class facilities. When the day arrives, we can dress them in their clothes or a simple gown. You can also decide how you would like their hair and makeup prepared.

Add a personal touch

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Coffins and caskets

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

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Urns and keepsakes

Keep them close with an urn, scatter tube, garden memorial or piece of memorial jewellery.

A black granite open-book memorial with carnations in an In Loving Memory vase.

Memorials

Create a lasting place of remembrance. Somewhere to return to, reflect and remember.

Trusted by families across the UK

Talk to someone in Edinburgh

Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.

FAQs

We're here to answer all your questions. If anything isn't clear, please ask us.

Helpful organisations

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Grief after bereavement

Bereavement and grief affect people in different ways. There's no right or wrong way to feel. The NHS website has advice and places to go for support.

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Help with funeral costs

If you get certain benefits you may be eligible for the Funeral Expenses Payment. You can find out more, check your eligibility, and apply on the GOV.UK website.

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Report the death

There are government organisations that need to know when someone dies. Tell Us Once is a service that lets you report the death to most of them in one go.

Advice and guidance

Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.

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Talk to your local branch to get a quote

Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.