A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport

209 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

Geraldine Green 16th Nov 2021

AJ Wakely provided a sympathetic and fantastic service. They supported us through the whole process, giving advice and professional knowledge. On the day of the funeral the team treated everybody with complete dignity. Nothing was too much trouble for them and I can't thank them enough for their personal service throughout a difficult time. Thank you!

Paul Wells 9th Nov 2021

From the beginning we felt confident and at ease with the Wakely team who were exemplary throughout. There was a good balance between professionalism and understanding together with timely advice, that was given sensitively and at just the right time without any undue pressure.

Lyn Hatch 4th Nov 2021

Simon and his team deserve ten stars because nothing is too much trouble for them. Every little detail is taken care of, from start to finish. We were never made to feel stupid for asking the most basic of questions and treated with compassion throughout. Simon's motto should be " We can do that"....because I feel he'd put himself out to help anyone, achieve anything. Thank you all so much. Lyn.

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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 Geraldine Green 16th Nov 2021

    AJ Wakely provided a sympathetic and fantastic service. They supported us through the whole process, giving advice and professional knowledge. On the day of the funeral the team treated everybody with complete dignity. Nothing was too much trouble for them and I can't thank them enough for their personal service throughout a difficult time. Thank you!

  • 5 Paul Wells 9th Nov 2021

    From the beginning we felt confident and at ease with the Wakely team who were exemplary throughout.

    There was a good balance between professionalism and understanding together with timely advice, that was given sensitively and at just the right time without any undue pressure.

  • 5 Lyn Hatch 4th Nov 2021

    Simon and his team deserve ten stars because nothing is too much trouble for them. Every little detail is taken care of, from start to finish. We were never made to feel stupid for asking the most basic of questions and treated with compassion throughout. Simon's motto should be " We can do that"....because I feel he'd put himself out to help anyone, achieve anything. Thank you all so much. Lyn.

  • 5 David Morse 3rd Nov 2021

    Everyone was so kind and helpful. A J Wakley provided lots of support and guidance for us. They asked the necessary questions about what we wanted and then basically arranged everything so that we did not have to add to our stresses. On the day of the funeral we could  not have expected things to have gone smoother. Thank you.

  • 5 Courtney Stapleton 3rd Nov 2021

    Every stage of my brother's funeral was performed with great care and sympathy. Thank you.

  • 5 Allen Bird 15th Oct 2021

    Could not have wished for anything better, helpful and considerate thanks to Tim and staff.

  • 5 Linda Bruce 15th Oct 2021

    We were very pleased with the way our mothers funeral was conducted by Wakely& sons . They took on board all our wishes were kind & understanding . The service was exactly as we had asked for nothing was too much trouble.  At such a sad time we couldn’t of asked for more. 

  • 5 Terry Fryer 15th Oct 2021

    The service from start to finish from A.J.Wakley & Sons was 100% and I would have no problem recommending them to anybody needing to use funeral services.

  • 5 Roger Partington 14th Oct 2021

    Simon Wakely and Tim were hugely helpful in organising my Mother’s funeral.
    True professionals in the way they managed the family’s involvement and the funeral arrangements 
    Their attention to detail was outstanding 

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

Geraldine Green 16th Nov 2021

AJ Wakely provided a sympathetic and fantastic service. They supported us through the whole process, giving advice and professional knowledge. On the day of the funeral the team treated everybody with complete dignity. Nothing was too much trouble for them and I can't thank them enough for their personal service throughout a difficult time. Thank you!

Paul Wells 9th Nov 2021

From the beginning we felt confident and at ease with the Wakely team who were exemplary throughout. There was a good balance between professionalism and understanding together with timely advice, that was given sensitively and at just the right time without any undue pressure.

Lyn Hatch 4th Nov 2021

Simon and his team deserve ten stars because nothing is too much trouble for them. Every little detail is taken care of, from start to finish. We were never made to feel stupid for asking the most basic of questions and treated with compassion throughout. Simon's motto should be " We can do that"....because I feel he'd put himself out to help anyone, achieve anything. Thank you all so much. Lyn.

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