A.W. Lymn Spondon

186 reviews

A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Alvaston, Chaddesden, Spondon, and other communities around the area.

Latest Verified Reviews

Joanne Groombridge 8th Apr 2021

Fiona is was understanding and caring with my brother and mothers funerals that there was no second thought who to approach for my dad. She knew what we anted and made it happen. We can never thank you enough x

Gillian Thomas 23rd Mar 2021

My Fathers funeral was planned to perfection; his family were very satisfied with all of the arrangements. Fiona in the Spondon office handled the whole process with the utmost professionalism, understanding and friendliness. She really is a special asset to A.W. Lymn.

Susan Buxton 22nd Mar 2021

Excellant Fiona thanks for all your help Sue

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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

31 Chapel Side
Spondon
Derbyshire
DE21 7JQ

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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: 01332 544666

About Us

Formerly an Ilkeston Co-op Funeral Service branch, this home was incorporated by the A W Lymn group in 2003, and then moved next door to a refurbished premises in 2009 and given the title Barton House.

The premises offer a large reception area, two visiting rooms, a private arranging office and there is off-street parking available.
Kevin Hall is the area manager and the office is run by funeral director Fiona Hall.

The office opening times are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, but an appointment can be scheduled by calling at any time day or night, seven days a week.

The branch covers all of Spondon and its surrounding area including Alvaston, Borrowash, Chaddesden, Draycott, Elvaston, Oakwood, Ockbrook, Risley and beyond.

A W Lymn is a family owned business since its establishment in 1907 and is currently owned by Jackie, Matthew and Nigel Lymn Rose.

Latest Obituaries

Patricia   (Pat) Milburn

Patricia (Pat) Milburn

Mar 1940 - Nov 2023

Derek   Parkin

Derek Parkin

May 1930 - Dec 2023

Bronislaw   Dziurman

Bronislaw Dziurman

Aug 1953 - Dec 2023

Joan   Purcell

Joan Purcell

Nov 1930 - Dec 2023

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Joanne Groombridge 8th Apr 2021

    Fiona is was understanding and caring with my brother and mothers funerals that there was no second thought who to approach for my dad.
    She knew what we anted and made it happen.
    We can never thank you enough x

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was my pleasure to take care of your family once again, but also heavy on the heart as it was a bit of a shock when I received the first call. We all got on really well so I felt like part of the family so it was a honour for me to be able to make one of Ged’s main wishes come true even if it was for his final journey. I'm so pleased for him that he went out in style as he would have wanted. ♥ xx Take care of yourselves, Fiona.
  • 5 Gillian Thomas 23rd Mar 2021

    My Fathers funeral was planned to perfection; his family were very satisfied with all of the arrangements. Fiona in the Spondon office handled the whole process with the utmost professionalism, understanding and friendliness. She really is a special asset to A.W. Lymn.

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    I am so glad I had the pleasure of meeting you despite the current COVID restrictions and it was an honour for me to be able to look after you and to make sure that Derek was given the proudest send off. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Susan Buxton 22nd Mar 2021

    Excellant
    Fiona thanks for all your help
    Sue

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Sue, it was my pleasure to look after you and I am glad that I was able to help you create a fitting tribute to Mum. Thanks, Fiona.
  • 5 David Brown 22nd Mar 2021

    From the very start ,when my father first decided to arrange his own funeral, Lymn’s, represented by Kevin Hall, showed how efficient and caring their staff coul be.
    My father was questioned carefully, politely and his wishes were teased out so pleasantly that my father throughly enjoyed the experience.
    As soon as he passed away, Fiona Hall, from the Spondon office, carried out her duties, carefully, tactfully and with efficiency.
    Despite Corvid19, the funeral and cremation were booked and organised very quickly indeed.
    The Form of Service booklet was designed and printed ,quickly enough to get 50 posted to family and friends before the actual date. The booklet was beautifully presented and received praise from everyone who received it.
    The Cortège arrived on time and the Staff at Briar Close House were delighted to be able to pay their respects, despite themselves being totally ‘locked down’.
    Both Fiona and Kevin liaised with the minister, Rev Cliff Winfield, and the resulting service, was the very best ‘send off’ my father could have had in the restricted circumstances.
    The Lymn’s Rolls Royce was immaculate, just how my father wishes to ‘go on his last journey’. 
    His words.
    From my wife and I thank you Lymn’s.

    A.W. Lymn, Spondon Team replied
    It was an absolute pleasure to help guide you through the funeral arrangements for Horace and to learn so much about him. The thought and personalisation that went into the creation of the orders of service was really lovely and sending them out to those unable to attend the service so they could follow along with the live stream was a great touch. It was such as shame that his funeral was during my annual leave as I would have loved to have been personally involved but I am glad that we have had the opportunity to speak several times since. Please do remember that I am always here if there is anything else I can do for you. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Paul Waldram 24th Feb 2021

    Fiona Hall from Lymns in Spondon, has been just totally wonderful in every aspect of the word, caring, considerate, thoughtful, reassuring, the word thankyou does not start to give the praise to Fiona, and all of her team who you dont see, but are all there, thankyou from Paul, Kris, and Danni

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to have been able to look after you all and to help make sure all the arrangements, including the little details, were right, from the very first phone call through to Mum’s final journey. You all did her proud! Fiona.
  • 5 Adrian Blurton 21st Feb 2021

    The help and support throughout and guidance has been outstanding. Adrian Blurton. 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to guide you thorough the arrangements and point you in the right direction when you were unsure about things. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Kate Tozer 1st Feb 2021

    The whole team at A W Lymn were professional, sensitive and helpful from start to finish including of course the planning of the funeral.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Kate, It was my pleasure to look after both you and your Dad. I am glad that despite the fact you had never had to arrange a funeral before I was able to guide you through the process to ensure your Dad had the best for his final journey. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Ann Owen 29th Jan 2021

    I cannot recommend Lymm’s highly enough.
    At a difficult time their sensitive , supportive and personal approach really made a difference 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Having looked after you in the past Ann I was honoured that you came to me again to look after you and your family when you needed my help with arranging your nephew’s funeral. Thank you, Fiona x
  • 5 Mr Clive Inns 25th Jan 2021

    A first class service given with great compassion, professionalism and efficiency by all. Fiona's attention to detail was second to none and she made a difficult time seem so much easier with her friendliness.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my honour to be able to look after Dad for you and my pleasure to make things easier for you all at such a difficult time. ♥ Fiona
  • 5 Christine Sheldon 23rd Jan 2021

    It is a difficult time when you loss someone but the people at Lymns couldn't of been more helpful nothing was to much trouble and no question was to silly a great help at a difficult time highly recommend

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    From the moment I spoke to you and your family I knew it was going to be my pleasure to help you with the funeral arrangements and take care of Mum, and we even managed a few giggles along the way! Thank you, Fiona x
  • 5 Ruth Mawbey 19th Jan 2021

    I was very impressed, with the whole package that I had, the cars were impressive, and the ushers were fantastic and had a calming effect at a very emotional time, nothing was too much for them
    Fiona at the funeral parlour was very helpful and kind, and very helpful  in organising the funeral for me, so much so that things went very smoothly on the day.
    So my husband Brian had a lovely send off that he would have been proud of.
                                   Thank you
                               Yours sincerely  Ruth Mawbey

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Ruth, it was my absolute pleasure to look after you and take care of your late husband Brian, making sure that his funeral wishes were granted and that he went on his final journey in style. Take care, Fiona.
  • 5 Pamela Phillips 8th Jan 2021

    Many thanks to Fiona Hall at Lymms of Spondon all the family are so grateful for all
    the hard work and planning that you helped us with you made a difficult task a lot easier. We will always be grateful to you.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to take care of all of you and to make sure everything went well for Pat’s finally journey. Take care, Fiona.
  • 5 Elaine Edwards 19th Dec 2020

    Very respectfull, always happy to help and despite the corona virus, provided us with a lovely funeral.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to look after you and to make sure that Mum’s final journey was as close to her wishes as possible given the current circumstances. Thanks you, Fiona.
  • 5 Sheila Burr 13th Dec 2020

    Extremely helpful and sympathetic.  They really excelled when our celebrant was taken ill at the last minute.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to be able to look after you and to make sure everything went smoothly and as requested even with the very last minute changes. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Frances Coles 12th Dec 2020

    The service we recieved was friendly and efficient. We were made to feel at ease when we came to the spondon office by Fiona. Very happy with the service. Thankyou

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to look after you and to ensure David went on his last journey in style. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Wendy Devonish 8th Dec 2020

    From the very beginning of arranging our dads funeral they guided us every step of the way. Very professional and compassionate. I cannot thank Fiona enough. 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    I remember Dad from the time of arranging Mum's funeral as such a lovely gentleman with a cheeky character, so I was honoured to be able to look after him for you and to make sure that his final journey was as both he and you wished. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Anne Smith 3rd Nov 2020

    A-ma-zing!!!
    Fiona and the whole team were just great, took control but ensured all of our wishes were realised at such a difficult time. 
    Thank you Fantastic Fiona 🥰

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Anne, it was an absolute pleasure to look after you and to take care of your late Auntie was an honour. I felt like we had known each other for over 20 years by the time the funeral day arrived. Every wish that was asked for wasn’t a problem at all and I’m so glad everything went really well on the day for you all. Thank you, Fiona x
  • 5 Samantha Searson 29th Sep 2020

    From the very moment I had a phone conversation with Fiona from the start of this devastating journey to when Kevin transported my family to my husband’s final destination, the service has been exceptional, friendly & caring.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my absolute pleasure to take care of such a lovely, loving family and to take care of your husband, making sure all your wishes were for fulfilled at such a devastating time. He was certainly sent on his final journey in a way that he would have be proud of and smiling down at you. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Jayne Attwal 15th Sep 2020

    Lovely & caring, nothing was too much trouble to make the day special.
    Fiona is so welcoming & helpful.
    Thank you so much for looking after my partner, it made me feel so much at ease knowing he was being looked after

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to take care of your partner and to make his day as special as possible, particularly as I had had the pleasure of meeting him previously when I arranged his father’s funeral. Thank you, Fiona
  • 5 Carol Cole 15th Sep 2020

    Very kind and nice friendly people

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to look after things for you and to make sure everything was in place on the day. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Julia Williams 9th Sep 2020

    Fantastic team of people,I can’t thank  them enough .very professional and nothing was too much trouble and any questions I had were always answered promptly. My dad had a beautiful send off and it was all down to them . A big thank you to Fiona Hall as she was very caring and sympathetic and helped make the day run smoothly.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    It was my pleasure to take care of both you and your Dad, and I am glad you were able to spend time with him to say your goodbyes before he went on his final journey. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 Luan Andrews 31st Aug 2020

    A. W. Lymn was Excellent from the start.
    An impeccable professional service from the start, Fiona was not only professional but polite and compassionate I cannot rate Lymns enough the service was outstanding!
    The funeral was personalised and everyone who attended was amazed how professional Lymns were and from the start to finish had ultimate respect and pride in how they composed themselves I know several people who attended who are now also going to request Lymns, thankyou so much 10/10

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    I am glad that I was able to help you create a very personalised funeral, from the Byplane to the Butterflies. It was a great pleasure for me to be able to be part of making your wishes possible and to support for you before, during and after the funeral. Thank you, Fiona.
  • 5 A H 21st Aug 2020

    Superb and Professional service, Fiona Hall from the Spondon branch was a pleasure to deal with and went above and beyond our expectations.

    As a family we cannot recommend this company, and Fiona highly enough.

    Thankyou x
    The Hayden family

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for taking the time to leave this really lovely review and in particular your compliments regarding Fiona and the way she looked after you throughout. It is very much appreciated.
  • 5 Ellen Colder 21st Jun 2020

    Sadly this is the second time we have used Lymns funeral services, but again they have been amazing, I have received excellent support and feel happy that they will be caring for our dad on his final journey. Especially Kevin, he has ensured everything has gone smoothly and kept us up to date on all that his happening, as it has been extremely challenging due to the current situation we are in..... thank-you again. 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    We are sorry that this is not the first time you have had to arrange a funeral with us, but we are glad that in spite of the current situation the team at Spondon once again offered excellent support and ensured that everything ran smoothly for you. Thank you.

Address
31 Chapel Side
Spondon
Derbyshire
DE21 7JQ

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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

Joanne Groombridge 8th Apr 2021

Fiona is was understanding and caring with my brother and mothers funerals that there was no second thought who to approach for my dad. She knew what we anted and made it happen. We can never thank you enough x

Gillian Thomas 23rd Mar 2021

My Fathers funeral was planned to perfection; his family were very satisfied with all of the arrangements. Fiona in the Spondon office handled the whole process with the utmost professionalism, understanding and friendliness. She really is a special asset to A.W. Lymn.

Susan Buxton 22nd Mar 2021

Excellant Fiona thanks for all your help Sue

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