A.W. Lymn Spondon

194 reviews

A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Alvaston, Chaddesden, Spondon, and other communities around the area.

Latest Verified Reviews

Ralph Brear 13th Aug 2021

Recently did my mam Kathleen and everything was amazing couldn’t have gone any better x

Kate Hughes 25th Jul 2021

A respectful, compassionate service throughout the process. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you, it made the hardest time in our lives a little easier. 

Michael Ottewell 8th Jul 2021

Professional and very helpful 

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

31 Chapel Side
Spondon
Derbyshire
DE21 7JQ

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01332 544666

About Us

Formerly an Ilkeston Co-op Funeral Service branch, this home was incorporated by the A W Lymn group in 2003, and then moved next door to a refurbished premises in 2009 and given the title Barton House.

The premises offer a large reception area, two visiting rooms, a private arranging office and there is off-street parking available.
Kevin Hall is the area manager and the office is run by funeral director Fiona Hall.

The office opening times are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, but an appointment can be scheduled by calling at any time day or night, seven days a week.

The branch covers all of Spondon and its surrounding area including Alvaston, Borrowash, Chaddesden, Draycott, Elvaston, Oakwood, Ockbrook, Risley and beyond.

A W Lymn is a family owned business since its establishment in 1907 and is currently owned by Jackie, Matthew and Nigel Lymn Rose.

Latest Obituaries

Sydney   Lusted

Sydney Lusted

Jun 1928 - Mar 2024

Maurice   Henry Littlewood

Maurice Henry Littlewood

Dec 1927 - Mar 2024

Michael   Fleming

Michael Fleming

Apr 1937 - Feb 2024

Toby   Archer

Toby Archer

Sep 1956 - Jan 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Ralph Brear 13th Aug 2021

    Recently did my mam Kathleen and everything was amazing couldn’t have gone any better x

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was my pleasure to take of you all again and it was a beautiful send off for Kathleen’s final journey. Fiona ♥
  • 5 Kate Hughes 25th Jul 2021

    A respectful, compassionate service throughout the process. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you, it made the hardest time in our lives a little easier. 

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to take care of such a lovely family and your Dad at such a difficult time. Thank you also fir your personal messages of thanks, Fiona ♥
  • 5 Michael Ottewell 8th Jul 2021

    Professional and very helpful 

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    I fondly remember gentleman George for his lovely smile and matching personality so it was a great honour for me to be able to look after him on his final journey on such a beautiful sunny day to be reunited with his beloved Pat. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 John Wright 25th May 2021

    Thank you for all you did for Mac and Jackie

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to take care of you all during this difficult time. Thank you, Fiona ♥♥
  • 5 Barbara Rozowiec 24th May 2021

    “Excellent, Professional and Caring Service.”
    I contacted Fiona at Lymns in Spondon after an online search to organise my mum’s funeral. I found that A.W. Lymn’s online brochure was very informative and reassuring, at a time that can be very overwhelming. Also my sister, who doesn’t live locally, was able to be involved in any choices made.
    Fiona could not have been more helpful and compassionate and she understood what we as a family wanted for my mum. She kept us fully informed at every stage and took time to clarify all of the arrangements. I cannot thank Fiona enough for the support she provided during this difficult time.
    The day of the funeral went smoothly and was professionally organised, removing any stress. Everyone commented on what a lovely touch the rose petals were at the end, as a last goodbye.
    I would highly recommend A.W. Lymn of Spondon, if you require a professional, caring and compassionate service.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive and detailed review of the service provided by Fiona and her team at Spondon. For a long time we have appreciated the significance of having our full services brochure available online and during the pandemic this has become even more important. We are glad that on this occasion it allowed you and your sister to make all the decisions about the funeral with both of you having the full information to hand. Thank you also for your recommendation, this is greatly appreciated.
  • 5 Gail Mann 15th May 2021

    Fantastic, caring, professional company. Looked after us every step of the way. 

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    I am grateful to you for once again asking me to take care of you and it was my pleasure to help you ensure that Dad had a lovely send off. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Jennifer Taylor 8th May 2021

    Absolutely brilliant Fiona was amazing answered all my questions with companion patience everything was always at the end of the phone happy to help she’s been amazing credit to you all 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It is good to hear that Fiona was there for you whenever you needed her and we are grateful to you for taking the time to leave this positive review. Thank you.
  • 5 Dr Robert Hedley 25th Apr 2021

    My son and myself were very impressed by the service of the funeral directors of Lymn and Son of Spondon. They were very attentive with their service, their staff very well turned out and extremely caring, with coffin, flowers and funeral cars of the first order. I would highly recommend them.

    Dr Robert Hedley

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    I was honoured that you once again came to me to help you with the funeral arrangements of a family member and was really glad to be able to be there to support you at each stage of the process this time around. I wish you and the family all well. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Joanne Groombridge 8th Apr 2021

    Fiona is was understanding and caring with my brother and mothers funerals that there was no second thought who to approach for my dad.
    She knew what we anted and made it happen.
    We can never thank you enough x

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was my pleasure to take care of your family once again, but also heavy on the heart as it was a bit of a shock when I received the first call. We all got on really well so I felt like part of the family so it was a honour for me to be able to make one of Ged’s main wishes come true even if it was for his final journey. I'm so pleased for him that he went out in style as he would have wanted. ♥ xx Take care of yourselves, Fiona.
  • 5 Gillian Thomas 23rd Mar 2021

    My Fathers funeral was planned to perfection; his family were very satisfied with all of the arrangements. Fiona in the Spondon office handled the whole process with the utmost professionalism, understanding and friendliness. She really is a special asset to A.W. Lymn.

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    I am so glad I had the pleasure of meeting you despite the current COVID restrictions and it was an honour for me to be able to look after you and to make sure that Derek was given the proudest send off. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Susan Buxton 22nd Mar 2021

    Excellant
    Fiona thanks for all your help
    Sue

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Sue, it was my pleasure to look after you and I am glad that I was able to help you create a fitting tribute to Mum. Thanks, Fiona.
  • 5 David Brown 22nd Mar 2021

    From the very start ,when my father first decided to arrange his own funeral, Lymn’s, represented by Kevin Hall, showed how efficient and caring their staff coul be.
    My father was questioned carefully, politely and his wishes were teased out so pleasantly that my father throughly enjoyed the experience.
    As soon as he passed away, Fiona Hall, from the Spondon office, carried out her duties, carefully, tactfully and with efficiency.
    Despite Corvid19, the funeral and cremation were booked and organised very quickly indeed.
    The Form of Service booklet was designed and printed ,quickly enough to get 50 posted to family and friends before the actual date. The booklet was beautifully presented and received praise from everyone who received it.
    The Cortège arrived on time and the Staff at Briar Close House were delighted to be able to pay their respects, despite themselves being totally ‘locked down’.
    Both Fiona and Kevin liaised with the minister, Rev Cliff Winfield, and the resulting service, was the very best ‘send off’ my father could have had in the restricted circumstances.
    The Lymn’s Rolls Royce was immaculate, just how my father wishes to ‘go on his last journey’. 
    His words.
    From my wife and I thank you Lymn’s.

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was an absolute pleasure to help guide you through the funeral arrangements for Horace and to learn so much about him. The thought and personalisation that went into the creation of the orders of service was really lovely and sending them out to those unable to attend the service so they could follow along with the live stream was a great touch. It was such as shame that his funeral was during my annual leave as I would have loved to have been personally involved but I am glad that we have had the opportunity to speak several times since. Please do remember that I am always here if there is anything else I can do for you. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Paul Waldram 24th Feb 2021

    Fiona Hall from Lymns in Spondon, has been just totally wonderful in every aspect of the word, caring, considerate, thoughtful, reassuring, the word thankyou does not start to give the praise to Fiona, and all of her team who you dont see, but are all there, thankyou from Paul, Kris, and Danni

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to have been able to look after you all and to help make sure all the arrangements, including the little details, were right, from the very first phone call through to Mum’s final journey. You all did her proud! Fiona.
  • 5 Adrian Blurton 21st Feb 2021

    The help and support throughout and guidance has been outstanding. Adrian Blurton. 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to guide you thorough the arrangements and point you in the right direction when you were unsure about things. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Kate Tozer 1st Feb 2021

    The whole team at A W Lymn were professional, sensitive and helpful from start to finish including of course the planning of the funeral.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Kate, It was my pleasure to look after both you and your Dad. I am glad that despite the fact you had never had to arrange a funeral before I was able to guide you through the process to ensure your Dad had the best for his final journey. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Ann Owen 29th Jan 2021

    I cannot recommend Lymm’s highly enough.
    At a difficult time their sensitive , supportive and personal approach really made a difference 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Having looked after you in the past Ann I was honoured that you came to me again to look after you and your family when you needed my help with arranging your nephew’s funeral. Thank you, Fiona x
  • 5 Mr Clive Inns 25th Jan 2021

    A first class service given with great compassion, professionalism and efficiency by all. Fiona's attention to detail was second to none and she made a difficult time seem so much easier with her friendliness.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my honour to be able to look after Dad for you and my pleasure to make things easier for you all at such a difficult time. ♥ Fiona
  • 5 Christine Sheldon 23rd Jan 2021

    It is a difficult time when you loss someone but the people at Lymns couldn't of been more helpful nothing was to much trouble and no question was to silly a great help at a difficult time highly recommend

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    From the moment I spoke to you and your family I knew it was going to be my pleasure to help you with the funeral arrangements and take care of Mum, and we even managed a few giggles along the way! Thank you, Fiona x
  • 5 Ruth Mawbey 19th Jan 2021

    I was very impressed, with the whole package that I had, the cars were impressive, and the ushers were fantastic and had a calming effect at a very emotional time, nothing was too much for them
    Fiona at the funeral parlour was very helpful and kind, and very helpful  in organising the funeral for me, so much so that things went very smoothly on the day.
    So my husband Brian had a lovely send off that he would have been proud of.
                                   Thank you
                               Yours sincerely  Ruth Mawbey

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Ruth, it was my absolute pleasure to look after you and take care of your late husband Brian, making sure that his funeral wishes were granted and that he went on his final journey in style. Take care, Fiona.
  • 5 Pamela Phillips 8th Jan 2021

    Many thanks to Fiona Hall at Lymms of Spondon all the family are so grateful for all
    the hard work and planning that you helped us with you made a difficult task a lot easier. We will always be grateful to you.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to take care of all of you and to make sure everything went well for Pat’s finally journey. Take care, Fiona.
  • 5 Elaine Edwards 19th Dec 2020

    Very respectfull, always happy to help and despite the corona virus, provided us with a lovely funeral.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to look after you and to make sure that Mum’s final journey was as close to her wishes as possible given the current circumstances. Thanks you, Fiona.
  • 5 Sheila Burr 13th Dec 2020

    Extremely helpful and sympathetic.  They really excelled when our celebrant was taken ill at the last minute.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to look after you and to make sure everything went smoothly and as requested even with the very last minute changes. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Frances Coles 12th Dec 2020

    The service we recieved was friendly and efficient. We were made to feel at ease when we came to the spondon office by Fiona. Very happy with the service. Thankyou

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to look after you and to ensure David went on his last journey in style. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Wendy Devonish 8th Dec 2020

    From the very beginning of arranging our dads funeral they guided us every step of the way. Very professional and compassionate. I cannot thank Fiona enough. 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    I remember Dad from the time of arranging Mum's funeral as such a lovely gentleman with a cheeky character, so I was honoured to be able to look after him for you and to make sure that his final journey was as both he and you wished. Thank you, Fiona.

Address
31 Chapel Side
Spondon
Derbyshire
DE21 7JQ

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Ralph Brear 13th Aug 2021

Recently did my mam Kathleen and everything was amazing couldn’t have gone any better x

Kate Hughes 25th Jul 2021

A respectful, compassionate service throughout the process. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you, it made the hardest time in our lives a little easier. 

Michael Ottewell 8th Jul 2021

Professional and very helpful 

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