Walton & Taylor Ltd

210 reviews

Walton and Taylor Ltd, Independent Funeral Directors, have been providing a personal service to the families of Rugby and surrounding areas of Warwickshire since 1902.

Latest Verified Reviews

Martin White 8th Nov 2024

Couldn’t have been more helpful from start to finish at a time when you feel quite shaken. Thank you to James and the team

Edward Kenney 28th Oct 2024

Very accommodating and friendly would recommend

Paula Rose 12th Aug 2024

Really sensitive and dignified handling of our Dads celebrations of life. At such an awful time all the  funeral arrangements were made with ease. The day itself was incredible and they lead us through the ceremony, making sure the family were so very well looked after. We cannot thank them enough 

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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

16 Railway Terrace
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV21 3EW

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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

About Us

Walton & Taylor Ltd are a funeral director in Rugby, with years of experience caring for the families of Rugby as they go through one of the most difficult times of their lives.

Through long years of care, Walton & Taylor know that great comfort can be drawn from a traditional approach to funeral directing, with special attention to the personal details that make a tribute truly special and befitting a loved-one.

The compassionate and professional staff at Walton & Taylor always endeavour to provide ample time and impartial guidance to make the decisions that are right for them, whether it’s a quiet green burial or a large horse drawn funeral. No matter the size of the ceremony, every funeral is conducted with the utmost care and sincerity.

Please call for more information or a personal quote. All calls are answered 24 hours a day.

Latest Obituaries

Marianne  Christine    Crofts

Marianne Christine Crofts

May 1948 - Oct 2024

Christina   'Ina' Ratcliff

Christina 'Ina' Ratcliff

Dec 1944 - Oct 2024

Derek   Frank Devine

Derek Frank Devine

May 1927 - Oct 2024

Alan   John England

Alan John England

Mar 1954 - Oct 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Martin White 8th Nov 2024

    Couldn’t have been more helpful from start to finish at a time when you feel quite shaken. Thank you to James and the team

  • 5 Edward Kenney 28th Oct 2024

    Very accommodating and friendly would recommend

  • 5 Paula Rose 12th Aug 2024

    Really sensitive and dignified handling of our Dads celebrations of life. At such an awful time all the  funeral arrangements were made with ease. The day itself was incredible and they lead us through the ceremony, making sure the family were so very well looked after. We cannot thank them enough 

  • 4 Elaine Cresswell 16th Jun 2024

    The funeral last Wednesday was well organised. Everything went to plan and was on time. Thank you.

  • 5 Richard Babbedge 3rd Jun 2024

    We have used Walton & Taylor several times in the past and have always been impressed with their professionalism and kindness.
    Everything was organised to perfection from start to finish, culminating in a very smooth running and stress free service on the day.
    We have received numerous compliments since to that effect.
    Our thanks to James, staff and celebrant Adienne once again.
    Pam & Richard Babbedge

  • 5 Lynda Martin 16th May 2024

    They were very helpful and we felt cared for at what was a sad time

  • 5 Stephen Brown 15th May 2024

    All at Walton and Taylor looked after us very well. All questions were answered and all matters deal with sensitively.
    Highly recommended.

  • 5 Georgios Chrysckis 30th Apr 2024

    Very helpful, respectful and supportive service. Would definitely recommend

  • 5 Tracey McPherson 9th Apr 2024

    Couldn't be happier with their services

  • 5 Lisa Redfern-Crane 15th Mar 2024

    Sensitive and professional. Extremely helpful throughout the whole process. The funeral was conducted in a dignified and professional way.

  • 5 Julie Johnson 5th Mar 2024

    Cannot thank James enough for his compassion throughout the organising of the funeral from the first day we met him to the day of the funeral.
    Our heartfelt thanks to James and all involved at Walton & Taylor.

  • 5 Justin Spencer 26th Feb 2024

    James and the team were nothing short of fantastic ! Thankyou 3 words - thorough, thoughtful and kind …  

  • 5 Sallie Marvill 24th Feb 2024

    Walton and Taylor were very helpful, even before we had agreed to use their services. They answered all of our questions and made arrangements as requested. They were thoroughly professional, but also kind and compassionate. I would thoroughly recommend them. Thank you, Walton & Taylor.

  • 5 Adam Charczun 9th Feb 2024

    Walton & Taylor went above and beyond for me to plan a funeral in a completely non-conventional situation. No question was too big for Sue to answer and help with. I have been beyond impressed with how it was handled on her side and would recommend anyone to use Walton & Taylor to make funeral arrangements for them.

  • 5 Andrea Dean 8th Feb 2024

    James and his team provided an excellent service.  He guided us gently through all the aspects of organisation that were needed so that everything went very smoothly on the funeral day.  James was calm, reassuring and the ultimate professional - thank you so much.

  • 5 Clive Dickinson 6th Feb 2024

    Bereavement is a time when, above all, you need a sense of calm efficiency. Walton and Taylor provided this for me in abundance. Many thanks for your time and trouble in my time of loss.

  • 5 Carole Riddell 5th Feb 2024

    James and Sue were kind, helpful and sensitive throughout. The funeral was arranged perfectly and professionally. I would recommend Walton And Taylor. 

  • 5 Graham Holden 29th Jan 2024

    The decision to use Walton & Taylor for their funeral services proved to be a very good one. The necessary arrangements for the funeral service were made in a quiet, efficient, respectful manner and made easy by their attention to detail and very good communications.

    If there is a future need for such services I will not hesitate to use Walton & Taylor again or to recommend them to others.

  • 5 Glenda Line 27th Jan 2024

    An excellent and sensitive service from start to finish.
    I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

  • 5 Paul Roberts 20th Jan 2024

    Very thoughtful and attentive service at a difficult time. 

  • 5 Julie Farr 4th Jan 2024

    The care and attention given to our family during this tragic time was exemplary.  It was so lovely to have such smooth, calm and kind dealings with all at Walton & Taylor.  I would recommend to all 

  • 5 Elinor Smallman 15th Dec 2023

    Walton & Taylor provided gentle support at the worst time of my life, they have an excellent team and worked with me to ensure Mum's funeral went smoothly. Nearly everything went according to plan, and the one hiccup that happened with the order of service was fixed in time for the service - rapidly and without charge. Thank you.

  • 5 Rosemary Pugh 5th Dec 2023

    We appreciated the compassionate and professional way in which James arranged everything. He communicated clearly and both services were a fitting tribute.

  • 5 Micheal Simpson 17th Nov 2023

    James and his team provided the service with professionalism and compassion. Thank you.

  • 5 Timothy Margerison 14th Nov 2023

    We have received the most fantastic and empathetic service from W&T at the funeral of our son. Highly recommended.

Address
16 Railway Terrace
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV21 3EW

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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

Martin White 8th Nov 2024

Couldn’t have been more helpful from start to finish at a time when you feel quite shaken. Thank you to James and the team

Edward Kenney 28th Oct 2024

Very accommodating and friendly would recommend

Paula Rose 12th Aug 2024

Really sensitive and dignified handling of our Dads celebrations of life. At such an awful time all the  funeral arrangements were made with ease. The day itself was incredible and they lead us through the ceremony, making sure the family were so very well looked after. We cannot thank them enough 

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