Funeral Director Derbyshire
J Barlow & Family Funeral Service are an independent, family-owned funeral director in Derbyshire. From our base in Allestree on the northern edge of Derby, we arrange funerals for families right across the county, from the Amber Valley and Derwent Valley to South Derbyshire and the Erewash, as well as into Nottinghamshire.
Our phone is answered 24 hours a day on 01332 409182.
Our family team are on hand to answer any questions you may have at this difficult time. Our phone is manned 24 hours a day. Call 01332 409182 to speak to a member of our family team.
Here for you, every step of the way.
Arranging Funerals Across Derbyshire
Derbyshire is a big county, and families often find that the nearest funeral home is part of a large national group. We offer an alternative: a small, local family business where you speak to the people who will actually be looking after your loved one. We travel to you wherever you are in Derbyshire, and we know the county’s churches, chapels, cemeteries and crematoria well.
Areas we cover in Derbyshire
We regularly arrange funerals for families in Allestree, Duffield, Belper, Mickleover, Darley Abbey, Quarndon, Little Eaton, Ripley, Heanor, Ilkeston, Long Eaton, Ashbourne, Spondon and the wider Derby area. If you are not sure whether we cover your village, just ask; the answer is almost always yes.
Derbyshire crematoria and cemeteries
We arrange services at Markeaton Crematorium in Derby, Amber Valley Memorial Park and Crematorium, and Bretby Crematorium near Swadlincote, along with other crematoria in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire on request. We also arrange burials in council cemeteries, natural burial grounds and village churchyards across the county.
Our funeral services
- Traditional funerals with church or crematorium services, limousines and flowers
- Bespoke funerals tailored to your loved one’s life and interests
- Simple funerals and direct cremation at a lower cost
- Alternative hearses, including horse-drawn carriages
- Funeral flowers and help recording your funeral wishes
- Prepaid funeral plans through Open Prepaid Funerals, regulated by the FCA
Why Derbyshire families choose us
- Family-run and independent – no shareholders and no sales targets
- 24/7 availability – a member of our family team always answers
- Transparent pricing – a written, itemised estimate before anything is agreed
- Personal care – the same small team looks after you throughout
Frequently asked questions
Do you cover the whole of Derbyshire?
We cover most of Derbyshire and parts of Nottinghamshire. For families further north in the Peak District we are happy to discuss arrangements and travel.
Where do I register a death in Derbyshire?
If the death happened in Derby city, it is registered with Derby City Council’s register office. Elsewhere in the county it is registered through Derbyshire County Council. Our registering a death guide explains the process.
What does a funeral in Derbyshire cost?
Costs vary with the type of funeral and the crematorium or cemetery. See our guide to funeral costs in Derby and Derbyshire, or call us for a free quote.
To speak to a Derbyshire funeral director, call 01332 409182 or contact us.
What we do
We pride ourselves in our personal touch, taking care to ensure that the service we provide is tailored to the wishes of your loved one as well as your family.
Our commitment is to you and your family by providing a personal service in your hour of need. Together we will provide a professional and dignified funeral service that will also be unique and personal and we will guide you every step of the way. We will listen carefully to your family wishes and offer a complete choice and flexibility in the arrangements.
Prepaid Funeral Plans from Open Prepaid Funerals
Prepaid Funeral plans are now regulated by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) and as such have very strict and stringent rules around their sale which are designed to protect you the consumer. We have chosen to become an Introducer Appointed Representative (IAR) of Open Prepaid Funerals who are regulated by the FCA as a plan provider Registered No: 962403 and who will handle all the regulatory and financial requirements around taking out your plan.
Open were established in 2003 and have a very experienced team who will look after the financial aspects of the plan whilst keeping us on hand to ensure your personal preferences can be met and that we maintain our relationships with the families we serve.
EXCELLENT Based on 31 reviews Jacqui Gibbons2026-02-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We would definitely recommend Josh and his team as we found the experience to be very personal as well as professional! We can’t thank them enough for their support and caring nature during this sad and difficult time for our family. Thanks again Julian Robinson2026-02-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend Josh and all at J Barlow & Family Funeral Service, the care and attention to detail is second to none. Lesley Wilson2026-01-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot praise Josh and his team enough. From start to finish and at every stage of the process I always felt that I was in the safest of hands. Nothing was too much trouble and Josh guided me through the whole process with such professionalism and consideration On the day of Mum’s funeral Josh and his team showed so much empathy and care towards me and my family and nothing was overlooked I cannot recommend Josh enough, what a kind, caring, considerate and lovely young man he is who went out of his way to help and support me at a very difficult time Rachel Parnell2025-11-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would recommend J Barlow and Family Funeral Services without reservation. Joshua and Amber listened to what we wanted for our mums funeral and put us at ease whenever we contacted them whether face to face, by phone or by email. The florist who they use, Nikki, created wonderful floral tributes and Karen, the celebrant that they selected for us was perfect. They ensured that we were kept fully informed with how the day would go and worked so hard to make mums funeral special. I felt that it went really well and truly reflected mum. Thank you. ❤️ Sarah Savoia2025-11-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We could not be more pleased that we chose J.Barlow and Family Funeral Directors to organise our lovely Dad’s funeral. From the moment we met Josh when he came to collect our father, he combined absolute professionalism with a personal and caring service. He listened, took our requirements on board and made sensitive and relevant suggestions that made the funeral personal and very special. His communication with us was excellent and his attention to detail and compassion was both reassuring heart-warming. We could not have been better looked after. We would have no hesitation in recommending this company. Richard Parker2025-09-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good experience with lovely people. It was very comforting and simple to have the arrangements made in accordance to my Mums wishes and the Team at Barlows were extremely helpful and caring - would recommend them to anyone who finds themselves in need of their services! Both Josh and Amber were very kind , understanding and reassuring! Thanks to you both and the Team ! Richard David Owen2025-03-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have nothing but praise and admiration for this firm that handled my sister's funeral. From the first meeting to discuss possible involvement to the end of the service, their attitude was impeccable. We were given free options of how the funeral would be organised at all stages and, in many steps, took their proffered advice, but when we asked for special treatment outside of normal practice, the company went out of its way to facilitate us. Their attitude was constantly of care and compassion, and the attention to detail was mentioned several times by the congregation who attended the ceremony. A top-class company. Bridget Phelan2025-02-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family have used J Barlow funeral services twice in the last two years. I cannot praise Josh and his staff enough for their excellent help, advice,professional and caring service which made an emotional time for us easier to cope with. Nothing was too much for them. We now look on Josh and his staff as friends and often call in just to say 'hello'. I highly recommend visiting J Barlow funeral services if you need to plan a funeral. Kim Nichols2024-12-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I could not have found anyone better than Josh to attend to my beloved late husband. From my first meeting with Josh (prior to my hubby passing) he impressed me with his depth & his compassion. He was the only undertaker who took the time to actually ask "Tell me about Raymond. What kind of man is he?" and he was genuinely interested in the answers l gave. He went the extra mile right from the start and throughout the process in every single way possible. He helped me an incredible amount with information and guidance regarding the bereavement fund and funeral cost support. He never rushed me and always made us feel that Raymond and his family were precious. Allowing me extra time to spend with my husband immediately after he passed was also so important. Always being so kind, thoughtful, respectful and compassionate especially when my daughter came to view her Dad. Understanding clothing choices, special requests (the sparrow painting done by my daughter to go in her Dad's coffin) and arranging the four bright yellow long stemmed roses. I was kept informed every step of the way and Josh would check to see if l was doing ok. Words cannot express how deeply grateful l am to you Josh (and Amber) for everything you did. You truly are called to do this work. It is obvious that this is not 'just a job' to you. It was a privilege to meet your lovely father on the day too. May you and your family always flourish and be blessed! Andrew Brodniewski2024-11-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. At the worst of times we were fortunate enough to find help from Barlows, a fine business with the very best of people. Josh and Amber made unfamiliar arrangements straightforward while our celebrant Claire expertly organised our day's celebration of life. The day itself was deeply unwanted, very sad but perfect: the cars were immaculate and the Barlows attendants respectful and professional. We thank Josh, Amber and Claire for the empathy, sensitivity and care they gave my family at every step of a journey we made together.
Contact
41 Park Farm Shopping Centre
Park Farm Dr
Allestree, Derby
DE22 2QQ