Registrar Offices for Somerset: A Guide to Registering a Death
Registering a death is an essential legal step that must be completed after the passing of a loved one. In Somerset, this process is handled by local Registrar Offices, which provide the necessary documentation to proceed with funeral arrangements and other legal matters. This guide will help you understand the process and locate the Registrar Offices in Somerset.
When to Register a Death
In England and Wales, a death must be registered within five days of its occurrence (or eight days in Scotland). If the coroner is involved, this timeframe may be extended.
What You Need to Register a Death
When visiting a Registrar Office, you will need the following:
- Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (issued by a doctor)
- Supporting documents (if available), such as:
- Birth certificate of the deceased
- Marriage or civil partnership certificate
- NHS medical card or number
You will also need to provide key information about the deceased, including:
- Full name (including any previous names)
- Date and place of birth
- Date and place of death
- Last known address
- Occupation
- Name, date of birth, and occupation of their spouse or civil partner (if applicable)
Registrar Offices in Somerset
Here is a list of Registrar Offices in Somerset where you can register a death:
1. Taunton Registrar Office
Address: The Old Municipal Buildings, Corporation Street, Taunton, TA1 4AQ
Phone: 01823 282251
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
2. Bridgwater Registrar Office
Address: The Library, Binford Place, Bridgwater, TA6 3LF
Phone: 01278 435268
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
3. Williton Registrar Office
Address: West Somerset House, Killick Way, Williton. TA4 4QA
Phone: 01823 282251
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
4. Minehead Registrar Office
Address: The Library, Bancks St, Minehead TA24 5DJ
Phone: 01823 282251
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
5. Yeovil Registrar Office
Address: Hendford, Yeovil, BA20 1UN
Phone: 01935 462462
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
6. Frome Registrar Office
Address: Frome Library, Justice Lane, Frome, BA11 1BE
Phone: 01373 462431
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
7. Wells Registrar Office
Address: Town Hall, Market Place, Wells, BA5 2RB
Phone: 01749 673559
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
What Happens After Registration
Once the death is registered, the registrar will provide you with the following documents:
- Death Certificate: A certified copy of the death record. Additional copies can be purchased for legal and financial purposes.
- Certificate for Burial or Cremation (Green Form): This document allows the funeral to proceed.
- Certificate of Registration of Death (Form BD8): Used to notify the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Tell Us Once Service
Many Registrar Offices in Somerset offer the Tell Us Once service, which allows you to notify multiple government departments and services about the death in one step. This includes HMRC, DWP, the Passport Office, and the DVLA.
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