Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don

64 reviews

Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Aberdeen and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Latest Verified Reviews

Douglas Smith 23rd Jan 2023

The service that we received from Michelle & Colin from the first time we contacted the office was a professional service. We would like to thank John McRuvie for his uplifting and emotional speech  So thank you Michelle & Colin from William Gilchrist Funeral Care of 20 Ellon Road for looking after mum during the days before the ceremony. And for the smooth journey to the crematorium. Colin looked so smart as he walked in front of the hearse as the funeral cortege left the house and again when we arrived at the crematorium  Thank you once again for the service that you provided for our mums funeral Douglas & Maureen

Richard Lind 23rd Jan 2023

Michelle and Colin, where excellent to deal with from the first phone call, giving us the advise we needing and being very supportive throughout. 

Marianne Crichton 3rd Jan 2023

The service we received was faultless, caring and compassionate. We highly recommend them.

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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

20 Ellon Road
Bridge of Don
Aberdeen
Aberdeenshire
AB23 8BX

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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: 01224 068649

About Us

Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Aberdeen. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Aberdeen funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Aberdeen, Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don in Aberdeen is open from 09:00 - 17:00. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Bridge of Don today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Douglas Smith 23rd Jan 2023

    The service that we received from Michelle & Colin from the first time we contacted the office was a professional service. We would like to thank John McRuvie for his uplifting and emotional speech 

    So thank you Michelle & Colin from William Gilchrist Funeral Care of 20 Ellon Road for looking after mum during the days before the ceremony. And for the smooth journey to the crematorium. Colin looked so smart as he walked in front of the hearse as the funeral cortege left the house and again when we arrived at the crematorium 

    Thank you once again for the service that you provided for our mums funeral
    Douglas & Maureen

  • 5 Richard Lind 23rd Jan 2023

    Michelle and Colin, where excellent to deal with from the first phone call, giving us the advise we needing and being very supportive throughout. 

  • 5 Marianne Crichton 3rd Jan 2023

    The service we received was faultless, caring and compassionate. We highly recommend them.

  • 5 Roy Fowler 19th Dec 2022

    Cannot praise highly enough for the service they provide. Professional and attentive yet compassionate.

  • 5 Sheila Allan 12th Dec 2022

    The personal and professional service from Wm Gilchrist was truly exceptional.  The support and guidance in arranging the funeral was exemplary. Huge thank you to all the staff for their kindness and compassion during our heartbreaking loss.  Special thanks to the lovely Michelle who was with us every step of the way and helped and guided us through the whole process. 

  • 5 Lesley Mbarki 12th Dec 2022

    Was very pleased with the service that they provide…

  • 5 Marjorie Smith 14th Nov 2022

    Michelle was very kind,caring and supportive.

  • 5 Vivien Leadbeatter 31st Oct 2022

    The entire team at Bridge of Don were highly professional and nothing was too much trouble. They went above and beyond to make my Sister ‘s funeral exactly what we wanted. We cannot thank Michelle Gibb enough for her compassion and kindness that she gave us and also to  Colin Forbes and the aftercare team.. they too went above and beyond and made my sister s  funeral so personal for her  
    I cannot recommend the whole team highly enough,
    Heartfelt thanks to you all .

  • 5 Paul Ironside 3rd Oct 2022

    Excellent service provided 

  • 5 Audrey Casaru 20th Sep 2022

    My Dads funeral was the 1st funeral i had ever arranged myself and they made the whole process so straightforward. From first call until cremation they were so respectful, giving guidance where needed and contacting the celebrant for us. Thank You

  • 5 David McMillan 12th Sep 2022

    Very professional service

  • 5 Rebecca Wilson 12th Sep 2022

    I cannot thank Michelle enough for helping me through such a tough journey. Every step was made easier by such a thoughtful and kind person guiding me. There is no higher recommendation I would be able to give. My heartfelt thanks from me and the girls for giving their dad such a wonderful goodbye.

  • 5 Nigel Spragg 30th Aug 2022

    Very sympathetic and full understanding of our needs.
    Kept informed though the complete process.

  • 5 Roslyn Williamson 15th Aug 2022

    The service was exemplary. We heard all the options and were helped along the way. We appreciate the respect shown to our family and our dad on the day of the funeral and thereafter. 

  • 5 Allan Stone 15th Aug 2022

    Great compassion and professional service nothing was to much trouble.thanks to Michelle and Colin.

  • 5 Michael Shearey 1st Aug 2022

    Excellent service with caring staff throughout the whole procedure at obviously a trying time for myself & family

  • 5 Derek Leslie 25th Jul 2022

    Could not be more helpful, made the whole process simple.

  • 5 Heather Reid 25th Jul 2022

    Funeral felt very personal to John and we were very well taken care of

  • 5 Martin Cooper 11th Jul 2022

    Colin was first class with his guidance and his efforts to get the best service we could have hoped for

  • 5 Linda Cleghorn 4th Jul 2022

    Very helpful and respective staff.

  • 5 Lynn Kelbie 4th Jul 2022

    No problem to big or too small. Excellent service from Colin and Michelle.
    Thank you very much.

  • 5 Mark Corsor 27th Jun 2022

    The kindness, understanding and genuine empathy of Wm Gilchrist was excellent. The respect for my family and the delivery of services were faultless. Thank you to Colin and Michelle and all involved for everything. 

  • 5 William Hay 13th Jun 2022

    Can not thank them enough for their care and compassion and professionalism 

  • 5 Elizabeth Fraser 7th Jun 2022

    Couldn't have chosen a more Professional Funeral Directors
    Staff were excellent with their support and help from start to finish. Thankyou most sincerely.

    Elizabeth Fraser

  • 5 Michelle Barbour 6th Jun 2022

    What a great funeral director could not fault them they are very helpful and caring

Address
20 Ellon Road
Bridge of Don
Aberdeen
Aberdeenshire
AB23 8BX

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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

Douglas Smith 23rd Jan 2023

The service that we received from Michelle & Colin from the first time we contacted the office was a professional service. We would like to thank John McRuvie for his uplifting and emotional speech  So thank you Michelle & Colin from William Gilchrist Funeral Care of 20 Ellon Road for looking after mum during the days before the ceremony. And for the smooth journey to the crematorium. Colin looked so smart as he walked in front of the hearse as the funeral cortege left the house and again when we arrived at the crematorium  Thank you once again for the service that you provided for our mums funeral Douglas & Maureen

Richard Lind 23rd Jan 2023

Michelle and Colin, where excellent to deal with from the first phone call, giving us the advise we needing and being very supportive throughout. 

Marianne Crichton 3rd Jan 2023

The service we received was faultless, caring and compassionate. We highly recommend them.

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