Births, marriages, deaths

Coronavirus update - mourners at funerals

No more than 30 people in total, excluding funeral staff and clergy, can attend a funeral and gather outside crematorium chapels to listen to the service. For instance, 20 people inside and 10 outside, or 10 inside and 20 outside.
Up to 15 mourners can be graveside for a burial. Only six people can attend the scattering of ashes. Face coverings must be worn and social distancing must be followed at all times. Read our guidance on planning and attending a funeral during the Covid-19 outbreak.

Deaths

Burials and cremations

There are two crematoria and six cemeteries in Liverpool.

Register a death

Details on who can register a death and where.

The Coroner

Enquire about an inquest or find out about what to expect during the investigation process.

When we arrange a funeral

There are times when we may need to step in and arrange a funeral for someone who dies without family or a will.

Liverpool community funeral services

A Liverpool community funeral is a low-cost service offered by local funeral directors and available to any Liverpool resident.

Tell Us Once

Tell Us Once is an optional free service that lets you report a death to most government organisations and council departments in one go.

Funerals during the Covid-19 outbreak

Read our guidance on how to minimise the spread of coronavirus when you arrange and attend funerals and other religious or commemorative events.