A J Wakely & Sons Ltd, Ilminster

96 reviews

A family-run funeral director in Ilminster that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1989.

Latest Verified Reviews

Carl Fenwick 10th Nov 2024

The day of the funeral of our beloved mother was a very sad day for her family but the funeral arrangements were so well managed by Leah that it made it very much easier for us together with the simple but joyous service, the beautiful wicker casket and it adornment with roses, which were our mother's favourite flowers. We are all very grateful to Leah and he colleagues for their care and compassion in helping and guiding us through the difficult time. Thank you.

Sarah Bickley 7th Nov 2024

My family and I cannot rate Wakelys highly enough. Their kindness and compassion were authentic. Their organisation and guidance were efficient and much appreciated. We felt looked after, respected and listened to. Dad got the send off that he would have wanted. Thank you.

Angela Clapp 6th Nov 2024

Very helpful and caring service. Always there for reassurance and guidance.

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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

7 West Street
Ilminster
Somerset
TA19 9AA

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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: 01460 207124

About Us

A.J.Wakely & Sons Ilminster is a family-run funeral director in Ilminster 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. The Ilminster office has been serving the local community and surrounding area since 1989. The office is run on a daily basis by an experienced funeral director, Leah Wakely, along with the support of Kate and Chris.

AJ Wakeley & Sons Ilminster, 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. Leah and her staff will be there to guide you, and offer assistance at every step. The sensitive and compassionate team will talk you through every step that needs to be taken whilst planning a loving tribute for your friend or family member. AJ Wakely can also assist with arranging details including funeral transport, floristry, coffins and ashes caskets, as well as a wide range of memorials.

A.J.Wakely & Sons Ilminster 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 Carl Fenwick 10th Nov 2024

    The day of the funeral of our beloved mother was a very sad day for her family but the funeral arrangements were so well managed by Leah that it made it very much easier for us together with the simple but joyous service, the beautiful wicker casket and it adornment with roses, which were our mother's favourite flowers. We are all very grateful to Leah and he colleagues for their care and compassion in helping and guiding us through the difficult time. Thank you.

  • 5 Sarah Bickley 7th Nov 2024

    My family and I cannot rate Wakelys highly enough. Their kindness and compassion were authentic. Their organisation and guidance were efficient and much appreciated. We felt looked after, respected and listened to. Dad got the send off that he would have wanted. Thank you.

  • 5 Angela Clapp 6th Nov 2024

    Very helpful and caring service. Always there for reassurance and guidance.

  • 5 Val Thompson 24th Sep 2024

    A professional and experienced team offering support and advice just when it is needed.  Leah and Kate listened and met my requests without issue in a very friendly and appropriate way.  Thank you 

  • 5 Jeff Speke 3rd Sep 2024

    Wakelys Ilminster provided a first class service at a difficult time

  • 5 Sue Dyer 2nd Sep 2024

    Used them 3 times now and I can't thank them enough for there professional manner, understanding. I can highly recommend Ilminster branch. Kate and leah are amazing, nothing is too much trouble.

  • 5 Karen O'Brien 6th Aug 2024

    Thank you for organising the funeral for Shirley Earl 
    Care & attention for every detail was made so the day went ahead smoothly.

  • 5 Valerie Watts 6th Aug 2024

    Wakeley 's were respectful, professional, caring and reliable. I felt "looked after" and safe in their hands both prior to and during the funeral. I can only say an enormous thank you for an excellent service .

  • 5 Mark English 5th Aug 2024

    As a family, we cannot thank Leah, Kate and all the team that have helped us through this extremely difficult period. The kindness and compassion throughout has been such a help. In such difficult circumstances, the professionalism of everyone has been amazing.

  • 5 Alan Sutton 2nd Jul 2024

    A J Wakely were extremely kind and helpful through a difficult time.

  • 5 Hayley Baker 2nd Jul 2024

    Leah and Kate from Wakelys were extremely professional, very understanding and supportive to me and my family whilst we arranged my late husbands funeral. They listened and guided us through the arrangements and made sure his farewell was everything we wanted for him. Thank you 

  • 5 Josie Bates 15th Jun 2024

    A friendly, understanding team. Knowledgeable and organised, I found them to be so helpful with all aspects of their service, delivered with the upmost respect at all times. 
    A truly professional service. 

  • 5 Sarah Bremner 10th Jun 2024

    Leah and the team were exceptional.  So helpful, understanding and organised at a difficult time.  Nothing was too much and they made the day go smoothly and we didn’t have to worry about anything.  Mum would have been proud.  

  • 5 Rowland Garland 7th May 2024

    Leah was very efficient . She put everyone at there ease and the service went very smoothly.Also Kate in the office was very professional in all she did.

  • 5 Steven Duke 7th May 2024

    From start to finish every effort was made to respect are wishes, can't fault you all.

  • 5 Neil Rowe 3rd Apr 2024

    Excellent, friendly service

  • 5 Bridget Schneiders 3rd Apr 2024

    Kind and professional.

  • 5 Jonathan Barrett 4th Mar 2024

    Brilliant, they made everything so easy which took the pressure off me, nothing was to much trouble. They done my dad proud so I am so glad I used them. Many thanks from all the family, Flynn

  • 5 Gordon Childs 3rd Mar 2024

    I WANT TO THANK WAKLEYS FOR ALL THEIR HELP IN ARRANGING KATH'S FUNERAL, EVERYTHING WENT LIKE CLOCKWORK.THE SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT

  • 5 Miranda Paterson 29th Feb 2024

    Wakely's help and support with our service for Mum was really impressive and an important part of making the day much more uplifting than we had imagined it could be. They were friendly, understanding, efficient, cheerful and thought of everything - just what was needed.

  • 5 Alison Beard 28th Feb 2024

    At what can be such a difficult and emotional time, organising a funeral for a loved one, it was a comfort to meet the team at A J Wakely & Sons in Ilminster who throughout, were so supportive in not only carrying out my late Mum's wishes to a t but also providing a blanket of reassurance around me from the first conversation to the service. At a time of vulnerability, it made a huge difference knowing that the planning was carried out impeccably, professionally and with such empathy. Highly recommend them. Thankyou so much Leah and team

  • 5 Fiona English 28th Feb 2024

    Could not fault them, very attentive in every way.

  • 5 Helen Foster 28th Feb 2024

    Very kind, helpful and well organised.

  • 5 Margaret Harper 13th Feb 2024

    I felt very comfortable and confident with Leah in arranging my husband's funeral. She was patient, sensitive and understanding and coped in a caring way with my grief. Her professionalism during the service was unobtrusive and supportive. Both Leah and Kate have given me support I needed. I am extremely grateful to them

  • 5 Sarah Hawkins 8th Feb 2024

    The service provided by all was professional, helpful, compassionate and comforting at a very difficult time. 

Address
7 West Street
Ilminster
Somerset
TA19 9AA

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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

Carl Fenwick 10th Nov 2024

The day of the funeral of our beloved mother was a very sad day for her family but the funeral arrangements were so well managed by Leah that it made it very much easier for us together with the simple but joyous service, the beautiful wicker casket and it adornment with roses, which were our mother's favourite flowers. We are all very grateful to Leah and he colleagues for their care and compassion in helping and guiding us through the difficult time. Thank you.

Sarah Bickley 7th Nov 2024

My family and I cannot rate Wakelys highly enough. Their kindness and compassion were authentic. Their organisation and guidance were efficient and much appreciated. We felt looked after, respected and listened to. Dad got the send off that he would have wanted. Thank you.

Angela Clapp 6th Nov 2024

Very helpful and caring service. Always there for reassurance and guidance.

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