A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport

218 reviews

A family-run funeral director in Bridport that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1897.

Latest Verified Reviews

Mark Higgs 24th Dec 2022

So happy we chose you to help see my brother off. You showed real skill and experience in dealing with family opinions that surface at these moments. Thank you for everything.

Eric Caselton 23rd Dec 2022

really nice people , really helpful

Jacqueline Pegg 23rd Dec 2022

Everything went very well, Greg was very helpful at this stressful time,excellent service.

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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

91 East Street
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3LB

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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: 01308 800829

About Us

A.J.Wakely & Sons Bridport is a family-run funeral director in Bridport that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1897.

After starting as wheelwrights and undertakers Arthur and Ernie Wakely opened their funeral directors in Broadwindsor. Jack Wakely followed in the footsteps of his uncles and in 1970 opened his first office in Bridport.

Today the Bridport office is managed by Simon Wakely (Jack's grandson), supported by Clive Wakely and their experienced and dedicated team; Tim Nickels and Chris Legg as funeral directors along with Angela and Amanda who manage the day-to-day running of the office.

AJ Wakely & Sons, Bridport, understand that the time following the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult and confusing. It can also become overwhelming if you are the person responsible for arranging the funeral. Simon and his compassionate team will be there to guide and offer assistance at every step. The experienced staff will sensitively talk you through the necessary steps that need to be taken whilst also beginning to plan a fitting tribute for your friend or family member. If you desire, AJ Wakely can also assist with arranging the finer details including transport, floristry, coffins and ashes caskets, as well as memorials.

A.J.Wakely & Sons are proud members of: National Association of Funeral Directors & The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors. Call them today to begin planning the perfect funeral for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Mark Higgs 24th Dec 2022

    So happy we chose you to help see my brother off.
    You showed real skill and experience in dealing with family opinions that surface at these moments.
    Thank you for everything.

  • 5 Eric Caselton 23rd Dec 2022

    really nice people , really helpful

  • 5 Jacqueline Pegg 23rd Dec 2022

    Everything went very well, Greg was very helpful at this stressful time,excellent service.

  • 5 Christine Lister 23rd Dec 2022

    Went above & beyond, Thankyou so much .

  • 5 Anne Southgate 2nd Dec 2022

    We would like to thank A J Wakely's and particularly Chris Legg for the excellent 
    way in which they looked after Michaels funeral arrangements.
    Chris was so considerate and helpful in answering all our questions and organising everything that was required. We were happy to leave it all to him while we coped with a difficult time and we were proved right to do so as the day went off perfectly ( in spite of the problem at the crematorium - not his fault! )  and we really appreciated the dignified and respectful way everything was carried out. Well done.
    Thank you from the Southgate family.

  • 5 James Jagged 28th Nov 2022

    This is the 2nd time we have used Wakelys and once again they surpassed themselves. We were dealing with Greg on this occasion who was very understanding and patient. He made the whole process much easier considering the situation. I would always recommend these guys for the way the conduct themselves and their business.

  • 5 Melanie Hunt 14th Nov 2022

    Wakely’s provided a pleasant and peaceful funeral with respect and care.

  • 5 Gordon Simmons 14th Nov 2022

    Exemplary service in all respects not only in arranging and conducting funeral but caring for my wife with great dignity immediately after her demise. A source of immeasurable comfort at a most distressing and painful time. Outstanding funeral director who guided me throughout with a rare compassion and sensitivity

  • 5 Ian Grout 31st Oct 2022

    Highly recommended with a responsive and personal service in all aspects of the funeral arrangements.

  • 5 Sharyn Hibbs 21st Oct 2022

    Many thanks to everyone at Wakely & Son particularly Greg for his kindness and support throughout the planning arrangements for my husband’s funeral. Everything you all did was perfect and our family can’t thank you enough. In times of sadness we felt a little lighter that the arrangements were in good hands. Also a big thank you for setting up the donation page which was a great success for our Talking Bench in memory of my Husband.

  • 5 Annabel Hargrave 21st Oct 2022

    Everyone at Wakely's was supportive and kind throughout the whole process and I cannot thank them enough.

  • 5 Lucy Greenslade 20th Oct 2022

    Simon was warm and friendly and he and his team helped us through every stage. It all went smoothly.
    We would recommend them to all and are grateful for their kindness and professional approach.

  • 5 Fiennes Trotman 20th Oct 2022

    Professional, respectful and and supportive. Highly recommend. 

  • 5 Jasmine Drew 20th Oct 2022

    Excellent service as always.

  • 5 Margaret Charlton 28th Sep 2022

    A beautiful funeral efficiently organized by your discreet and charming staff.
    Thank you all from all of our family

  • 5 Lynne Mumford 9th Sep 2022

    Couldn't have asked for better service. When Jim told us the hearse had been caught up in traffic I remembered Mum had always said Dad would be late for his own funeral, but he just about got there in time.

  • 5 Joanne Stephenson 9th Sep 2022

    Thank you to everyone you were there throughout helping and supporting my family. Nothing was too much.

  • 5 Peter Scott 9th Sep 2022

    Absolutely superb 👌

  • 5 Sharon Cuff 2nd Sep 2022

    The epitome of a professional and personal service, delivered with the utmost sensitivity and empathy.
    Thank you Simon and your entire staff for supporting and guiding us throughout with such kindness, care and compassion. 

  • 5 Lynne Wilcox 22nd Aug 2022

    The staff were lovely...they were very undertanding and supportive of our ideas for a personal and non traditional service for our Dad

  • 5 Debbie Rawlings 20th Aug 2022

    Chris was very professional though out, he guided and supported us at this difficult time. Thank you so much 

  • 5 Jacqui Chick 19th Aug 2022

    We were very pleased with the service. Professional with personal touches and attention to detail. Couldn't have asked for a better send off.

  • 5 Gill Hooper 1st Aug 2022

    Simon was really helpful. My cousin had died abroad and we had to repatriat back to England. Once she was home Simon took charge of everything. Even getting her from the airport back to Bridport. He registered the death for us as we were here in Sussex. ( 150 miles away) He always let me know how things were progressing and assured me that everything would be OK. On the day of the Funeral everything went to plan, and Simon made the whole family feel relaxed. We all said how wonderful he was. I would definitely recommend Wakelys to anyone.

  • 5 Nick Brake 1st Aug 2022

    Excellent service. 

  • 5 Jacqui Boyle 1st Aug 2022

    Simon Wakely provided such empathy, kindness and support following the passing of my mother. He gave advice every step of the way but also gave us time to make important choices. The attention to detail was exemplary which meant that we were able to give our mother the send off she would have wished for. We cannot thank Wakeleys enough and highly recommend their service.

Address
91 East Street
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3LB

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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

Mark Higgs 24th Dec 2022

So happy we chose you to help see my brother off. You showed real skill and experience in dealing with family opinions that surface at these moments. Thank you for everything.

Eric Caselton 23rd Dec 2022

really nice people , really helpful

Jacqueline Pegg 23rd Dec 2022

Everything went very well, Greg was very helpful at this stressful time,excellent service.

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