A.W. Lymn is a family run funeral directors who serve bereaved families from Littleover, Mickleover, Sunny Hill, Burnaston, Allenton, Radbourne, Mackworth, Heatherton, Etwall and other communities around the Derby area.
Latest Verified Reviews
Zara Beacom17th Feb 2020
I couldn’t recommend them more. Dan Barnes in the Littleover branch was amazing; it was completely stress free. He was lovely to speak to, so friendly, polite and patient. All the family were very impressed.
Thank you so much
Gillian Moore10th Feb 2020
On behalf of my brothers & myself I would like to say a sincere thank you to Dan Barnes for his guidance & attention to detail during the arranging of our Mother's funeral. The day of Mum's funeral went exactly as planned. Thanks also to Kevin Hall & staff for the care & respect shown to ourselves & family throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to others.
Catherine Benfield27th Jan 2020
Lymns provided great support during a particularly difficult time for the family. The service itself went off very smoothly, which was of great comfort to us all. Particular thanks to Dan for all of his help. Would highly recommend their services.
Located on Burton Road, AW Lymn's Littleover branch opened in May 2017 and funeral arranger Dan Barnes is in charge of the office, along with senior funeral director Kevin Hall.
The premises offer a reception area, visitation rooms, family room, cold room facilities and a ritual washing area.
Dan is available to see clients from 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, or at any other time by appointment – the telephone number operates 24 hours a day.
The office is called Meek House and is named after David and Shelagh Meek, both Littleover residents and long serving members of staff at A.W. Lymn. Husband and wife team David and Shelagh opened the main Derby office on Becket Street in 1985.
Nigel Lymn Rose, former president of the National Association of Funeral Directors’ manages A. W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, along with his sister Jackie and his son Matthew.
I couldn’t recommend them more. Dan Barnes in the Littleover branch was amazing; it was completely stress free. He was lovely to speak to, so friendly, polite and patient. All the family were very impressed.
Thank you so much
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for taking the time to post this positive review, we are glad we could make the funeral arrangements stress free and that all the family were impressed with our services. Dan.
5Gillian Moore10th Feb 2020
On behalf of my brothers & myself I would like to say a sincere thank you to Dan Barnes for his guidance & attention to detail during the arranging of our Mother's funeral. The day of Mum's funeral went exactly as planned. Thanks also to Kevin Hall & staff for the care & respect shown to ourselves & family throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to others.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for these kind words and recommendation, we are glad that we could be of service and that everything on the day went exactly as planned. Dan
5Catherine Benfield27th Jan 2020
Lymns provided great support during a particularly difficult time for the family. The service itself went off very smoothly, which was of great comfort to us all. Particular thanks to Dan for all of his help. Would highly recommend their services.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for taking the time to write this positive review and recommending us, we are glad we could be of service to you at this difficult time and that everything went smoothly on the day. Dan
5Samantha Friend18th Jan 2020
Very professional Dan was helpful and compassionate listened to what we wanted kept me informed every step of the way and did a wonderful job of giving my mum a lovely funeral. we would highly recommend them . The flowers that we ordered through them was stunning as well .
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive review and recommendation, I am glad that we were able to help in giving your Mum such a lovely funeral and that you found the flowers so nice. We are glad to have been of service during this sad time. Dan
5Dennis Young17th Jan 2020
Excellent service couldn’t fault them. They are very professional, caring and understanding. I have used them both in Nottingham and now in Derby.
Matthew Lymn Rose replied
I am aware that an issue arose with communication between the Crematorium and our office, and your positive review has really shown your confidence in Dan and our team. Thank you for taking the time to write as you have.
5Lesley Needham12th Jan 2020
From the moment we first made contact with A W Lymn we felt heard, supported and respected.
Every thought and wish we had for my parents funeral was honoured by them.
The staff were wonderful, thoughtful and intuitive which at a sad and difficult time is so very important.
The chapel of rest and ease of access to it was so very special.
My parents had a beautiful send off, and we can do nothing but highly recommend them.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for these positive words, they are much appreciated and we are glad that we could accommodate all your wishes and give Mr. and Mrs. Camwell a fitting send off. I also appreciate your recommendation. Thank you, Dan.
5Mark Mason7th Jan 2020
I’d like to thank all the staff at AW Lymn for a sterling job.
You made my wife’s funeral a day we will never forget.
Thank you for your utmost professionalism and a big thank you to Dan Barnes who made all the arrangements perfect.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this positive review, we were glad to be of service and help give Mrs. Mason the memorable day she deserved. Dan.
5Jonathan Butler27th Dec 2019
Professional, compassionate & efficient. Very impressed. Thank you.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Your positive review is very much appreciated and we are glad to have been of service to your family, thank you, Dan.
5Angela Peake9th Dec 2019
From our initial meeting with Dan in the Littleover office until Mum's service at church and the crematorium, the service Lymn's gave was very professional and caring.
Thankyou for making the occasion as good as it could be in the circumstances.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive review which is very much appreciated. We are glad we could be of service to your family. Dan.
5Haley De La Cour24th Nov 2019
Dan and the whole team at Littleover were so supportive and kind. Their service and standards are second to non.
My family and I thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. We will always recommend you. Mrs De La Cour
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Iâm sorry that we had to see you again so soon but thank you for your kind words, Iâm glad that we could be of service and help in this difficult time. Dan.
5Param Dosanjh15th Oct 2019
Professional
Courteous
Respectful
Helpful
Caring
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
I'm glad we could be of service and help to give Dad a fitting send off, thank you, Dan.
5Yvonne Grimley11th Oct 2019
The service they gave was excellent and they were really helpful and informative at such a difficult time. They made suggestions if you weren’t sure of anything and always kept in touch with updates. Can’t thank them enough
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this positive review, we are glad we were able to give excellent service to your family during this difficult time. Dan.
5Susie Coxon23rd Sep 2019
All carried out with utmost respect and care. Thanks
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Many thanks for the positive review and we are glad that we could be of service to your family. Dan.
5Diane Wall14th Sep 2019
We would like to thank everybody at Lymns for all you did at our dads funeral on Monday 9th Sept they did an amazing job despite the weather. We would especially like to thank Dan for making a very distressing time for us all as bearable as he could.
Thanks again
Diane, Jeanette,Jen, Henry & Richatd
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive words, they are much appreciated and we are glad we could be of service. Dan.
5Mark Priestley22nd Jul 2019
After mum passed away dan and Kev made it so easy to deal with taking much of the pressure from me in helping me sort every detail out form the church to the crematorium with times . Books hymen’s and so on . But they made it run spot on and everyone said how smooth it was so thanks you all including all drivers too as you all made us all feel so special . Mum would of bean so proud.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive review, we are glad that everything ran smoothly on the day and that you chose A.W. Lymn. Thank you, Dan.
5Jane Harmer23rd Jun 2019
Excellent service, courteous and very helpful . Everyone helped may the funeral go well.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Many thanks for your kind words, we are glad that you are happy with our service and that we could give Mum a fitting send off. Thank you, Dan.
5Sanjeev Gill6th Jun 2019
The staff was great from start to finish and made the whole process very easy for us. Can’t thank the whole team enough. Would recommend to all families going through a difficult time.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are glad that we could be of service and make a difficult time a little easier for you, thank you, Dan.
5Robert Wake17th Apr 2019
very profesional and sincere in dealing with my mothers funeral
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that you found Derek & Angela to be sincere and professional when helping you arrange your Mother's funeral and they join me in thanking you for this kind review.
5Elaine Winder11th Apr 2019
The service provided by Angela was at all times helpful, compassionate and professional. She was always very approachable and nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommended.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your high appraisal and recommendation, we are pleased you found Angela to be helpful, compassionate and approachable throughout the arrangement process. Thank you.
5Diane Wilson18th Mar 2019
Extremely professional and showed a caring side. Would not hesitate to recommend Angela
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
I am sorry that this is the second time that I have had to help your family after a loss but I am pleased that I was once again able to support you during this sad time and help you create a fitting service. Thank you, Angela.
5Tracey Spencer17th Mar 2019
Thank you Angela for making this an easy process. We have never arranged a funeral before and you took us through it step by step. Really pleased.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
It really is touching that you have found the time to write such kind words when you are going through the difficult emotions after losing someone. I am very pleased my help meant you found the arrangements easy. Thank you, Angela.
5Gary Clipson25th Feb 2019
could not thank angela and the team enough.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for taking the opportunity to pass your thanks to Angela and her team in this way.
5Jon Shearer16th Feb 2019
Excellent service from day 1, highly recommended.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind words. It was a privilege to serve your family especially with me having know Nancy for many years, and I hope me caring for her gave you a little added comfort at this sad time. Thank you, Angela.
5Darren McVeigh30th Jan 2019
absolutely faultless, very compassionate, understanding & helpful in our sad time. Can not complain about anything to do with the arrangements they made for us. Angela & Kevin especially helpful & friendly. 10/10
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you so much for this wonderful review. I am really pleased that our care and guidance helped make this sad time a little easier for you. Thank you, Angela.
5Ceri-Anne McCallum16th Jan 2019
Excellent customer service from start to finish, Personal but professional. I would highly recommend A.W.Lymn to others.
Matthew Lymn Rose replied
Carol, thank you for the kind words about Angela and our team. I only hope that Colin's service was what he would have wanted, and what he deserved. Best wishes.
I couldn’t recommend them more. Dan Barnes in the Littleover branch was amazing; it was completely stress free. He was lovely to speak to, so friendly, polite and patient. All the family were very impressed.
Thank you so much
Gillian Moore10th Feb 2020
On behalf of my brothers & myself I would like to say a sincere thank you to Dan Barnes for his guidance & attention to detail during the arranging of our Mother's funeral. The day of Mum's funeral went exactly as planned. Thanks also to Kevin Hall & staff for the care & respect shown to ourselves & family throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to others.
Catherine Benfield27th Jan 2020
Lymns provided great support during a particularly difficult time for the family. The service itself went off very smoothly, which was of great comfort to us all. Particular thanks to Dan for all of his help. Would highly recommend their services.
