A J Wakely & Sons Ltd, Yeovil

191 reviews

Independent Family Funeral Directors in Yeovil, Crewkerne Somerset providing families with a dignified and caring funeral service for over 100 years.

Latest Verified Reviews

Robert Rawles 31st Jan 2023

They were wonderful kind caring and nothing was to much trouble. At a time of so much grief and sorrow they took care of everything as well as giving comfort. Just wonderful thank you.

Megan Gummer 11th Jan 2023

Matthew was most kind, helpful, patient, compassionate and professional in organising, from beginning to end, my Mum’s funeral.  Also, am most grateful to wonderful help in reception, flowers arranged, and to a truly lovely service provided by celebrant Philippa Roberts.

Denise McMullen 30th Dec 2022

This company has been used in the past by family so there was no question about using again such friendly kind staff and helped us all the way with arrangements for the perfect service we required .

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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

33 Sparrow Road
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4BT

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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: 01935 313407

About Us

A.J.Wakely & Sons is an independent family funeral directors, in Yeovil and its surrounding areas in Somerset.

Established for over 100 years, across four generations, A.J Wakely & Sons have developed a reputation for providing a dignified and caring service for Yeovil's bereaved families whilst helping local community groups, charities, and churches.

The office is overseen by director Clive Wakely who has worked within the family business for more than 40 years, managed by Matthew Paterson and supported by his friendly team; Frank, Anita and Gill.

With over 100 years of funeral directing experience and local knowledge, Clive Wakely and his caring staff are here to help guide you through the whole process of making funeral arrangements. They will provide you with all the advice necessary to create a lasting and personal tribute to your loved one, through what can be an overwhelming time.

A.J.Wakely & Sons are proud members of the Industries Professional bodies and adhere to the high standards set by the NAFD ( National Association of Funeral Directors) and SAIF (The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors).

The staff are on hand 24 hours, 365 days a year to support you. Please call to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Robert Rawles 31st Jan 2023

    They were wonderful kind caring and nothing was to much trouble.


    At a time of so much grief and sorrow they took care of everything as well as giving comfort. Just wonderful thank you.

  • 5 Megan Gummer 11th Jan 2023

    Matthew was most kind, helpful, patient, compassionate and professional in organising, from beginning to end, my Mum’s funeral.  Also, am most grateful to wonderful help in reception, flowers arranged, and to a truly lovely service provided by celebrant Philippa Roberts.

  • 5 Denise McMullen 30th Dec 2022

    This company has been used in the past by family so there was no question about using again such friendly kind staff and helped us all the way with arrangements for the perfect service we required .

  • 5 Rosalie Hunt 30th Dec 2022

    The service we received from A.J. Wakely’s in Yeovil for my Dad’s funeral arrangements was excellent. They guided us through the whole process and took care of everything in a very professional and caring way. We felt we were in good hands all the way through and can’t thank them enough.

  • 5 Sandra Matthews 30th Dec 2022

    Wonderfull and took all the pressure away from the family.

  • 5 Christopher Davidge 30th Dec 2022

    Wakely’s handled my father’s funeral in a sympathetic and professional manner. I have no hesitation in recommending them. 

  • 5 Mike Paull 30th Dec 2022

    Excellent service from a great team. Advised us throughout

  • 5 Simon Dwyer 30th Dec 2022

    A J Wakeley looked after my Mum when she passed away at the start of December. Matt and the team at Wakeley’s provide a professional, courteous and compassionate service. Matt organised everything and we were very pleased that everything went so well on the day. It certainly helped us all.. We would absolutely recommend Wakeley’s to others. Thank you. Simon, Tracey and the rest of the family.

  • 5 Laura Pottinger 30th Dec 2022

    Exceptional service. At every step of the process we were treated with utmost care and respect and their attention to detail was excellent. The celebrant they recommended also went above and beyond to give my mother the best send off we could have hoped for.

  • 5 Mike Gager 29th Nov 2022

    Matt understood our requirements exactly, and everything was carried out to perfection

  • 5 Dave Miel 29th Nov 2022

    Very courteous & respectful.
    Nothing was any trouble.

  • 5 Paul Edwards 28th Nov 2022

    At such a difficult time, it was a such a relief to meet with Frank to take us through the arrangements for my late father’s funeral.
    The team made everything so easy to deal with them and provided support as requested. 

  • 5 Julie Brigden 28th Nov 2022

    With special thanks to Frank and team from your Yeovil office for your attentive , compassionate , professional and streamlined service .
    You looked after us all so well 

    Brigden family 

  • 5 Jane Robinson 28th Nov 2022

    A personal and respectful service in every way.  Thank you so much to all the staff for making a difficult time easier.

  • 5 Colin Gisborne 28th Nov 2022

    I felt that Matt and his team were excellent calm caring in every aspect,thank you 

  • 5 Rachael Fielding 6th Nov 2022

    Couldnt have done without you

  • 5 Kay Barker 22nd Oct 2022

    We cannot thank Matt and the team enough for their attention to detail, support and guidance throughout the difficult time our family faced. They were compassionate and thorough and we'd recommend them to anybody wanting a personal and professional service. Thanks all again.

  • 5 Peter Messservy 21st Oct 2022

    Frank Stubbins handled the whole process with complete professionalism and sympathy. His supporting team in the Yeovil Office were just as efficient and were able to organise some last-minute changes with the minimum of fuss. The family were absolutely delighted with how the funeral preparations and the day itself went, and credit for this rests squarely with Wakely's. Many thanks!

  • 5 Simon Edmonds 28th Sep 2022

    Terrible circumstances; excellent service. Thank you.

  • 5 Josephine Rudd 27th Sep 2022

    As relatives, we felt welcome, respected and understood. Everything went to plan on the day thanks to the great organisational skills of the in house team and the professional skills of those 'out sourced', including the civil celebrant they recommended and the florist who supplied the floral tribute.

  • 5 Ross Davies 27th Sep 2022

    A fantastic and personal service from start to finish by Matt and the team. 

  • 5 Karen Cooper 27th Sep 2022

    The whole process from Wakelys Funeral was efficient professional supportive helpful and friendly. Frank and his team kept us informed and guided us through what was a emotional time for our family. It felt like everything was carried out with care so that when we said goodbye to my Dad it was perfect .

  • 5 Sally Buckle 27th Sep 2022

    Wakelys made everything very easy and straightforward at a difficult time, giving help and advice when required and making sure everything was as you wished.  

  • 5 Sue Boyson 27th Sep 2022

    Nothing was too much trouble for Matt who dealt with everything for my Dad. I will never forget what he said to me when I told him of my Dads passing. He said don't worry, we will be with you shortly and we will look after Dad.

  • 5 Jill Wall 27th Sep 2022

    Very caring and efficient can't fault them, highly recommend

Address
33 Sparrow Road
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4BT

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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

Robert Rawles 31st Jan 2023

They were wonderful kind caring and nothing was to much trouble. At a time of so much grief and sorrow they took care of everything as well as giving comfort. Just wonderful thank you.

Megan Gummer 11th Jan 2023

Matthew was most kind, helpful, patient, compassionate and professional in organising, from beginning to end, my Mum’s funeral.  Also, am most grateful to wonderful help in reception, flowers arranged, and to a truly lovely service provided by celebrant Philippa Roberts.

Denise McMullen 30th Dec 2022

This company has been used in the past by family so there was no question about using again such friendly kind staff and helped us all the way with arrangements for the perfect service we required .

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