A.W. Lymn Cotmanhay

183 reviews

A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Cotmanhay, Heanor, Kimberley, and other communities in the area.

Latest Verified Reviews

Sophie Rudge-Mathews 27th May 2017

A.W Lymn made the hardest time of our lives that little bit easier. The help with planning leading up to the funeral and knowing our little man was in safe hands was invaluable. The funeral it's self was beautiful and peaceful, what our little boy deserved. Thank you.

Fiona Windmill 27th Apr 2017

Mick Schofield , at Lymns has been simply amazing , he has put my mind at rest that dad will be treated with respect and dignity. He has dealt with dads arrangements with myself , and I know we will give dad a wonderful, and special send off just what dad deserves. Thank you Mick , cant thank you enough. Top man.

Ralph Nixon 17th Apr 2017

100% commitment from funeral director Mick Schofield. Everything went as planned. in fact a excellent send off for a true gentleman. also a massive thank you to the staff who work behind the scenes who never get the praise they deserve. So overall thanks A.W. Lymn you did Ray Nixon proud. Keep up the good work

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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

113 Cotmanhay Road
Cotmanhay
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 8NG

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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: 0115 930 1639

About Us

In 2003, the Cotmanhay branch joined A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service. Before then, it was the headquarters of the Ilkeston Co-op Funeral Service, which opened in 1979.

Bennerley House, the beautiful building where the funeral home is located, originally belonged to a local carpenters and includes a reception area, family rooms, visitation rooms, cold room facilities and garaging for part of our fleet of Rolls Royce hearses and limousines.

Mick Schofield is the funeral director responsible for this office and is assisted by funeral arranger Nikki Anderson.

The opening times are from 9 am to 5 pm from Monday to Friday, but you can call at any time on the telephone number to arrange an appointment – you will then be able to arrange a meeting at your convenience.

The branch covers all of Cotmanhay and its surrounding area, including Awsworth, Cossall, Eastwood, Heanor, Langley Mill, Loscoe, Shipley, Smalley, Stanley, West Hallam and further afield.

A W Lymn The Family Funeral Service was founded in 1907 and is now managed by Nigel, Matthew and Jackie Lymn Rose.

Latest Obituaries

Michael   Edward Bailey

Michael Edward Bailey

Jun 1947 - Sep 2023

Pauline    Bishop

Pauline Bishop

Feb 1953 - Sep 2023

John   Newnham

John Newnham

May 1946 - Sep 2023

Peter   Webster

Peter Webster

Nov 1940 - Sep 2023

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Sophie Rudge-Mathews 27th May 2017

    A.W Lymn made the hardest time of our lives that little bit easier. The help with planning leading up to the funeral and knowing our little man was in safe hands was invaluable. The funeral it's self was beautiful and peaceful, what our little boy deserved. Thank you.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    We are very sorry that it has been necessary for you to require our services for someone so young, but both Mick and I would like to thank you for your kind words and Mick is glad that he was able to help you at this very sad time.
  • 5 Fiona Windmill 27th Apr 2017

    Mick Schofield , at Lymns has been simply amazing , he has put my mind at rest that dad will be treated with respect and dignity. He has dealt with dads arrangements with myself , and I know we will give dad a wonderful, and special send off just what dad deserves. Thank you Mick , cant thank you enough. Top man.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    We are pleased that Mick was able to give Dad a wonderful and special send off and would thank you for your very kind comments about the service he provided.
  • 5 Ralph Nixon 17th Apr 2017

    100% commitment from funeral director Mick Schofield. Everything went as planned. in fact a excellent send off for a true gentleman. also a massive thank you to the staff who work behind the scenes who never get the praise they deserve. So overall thanks A.W. Lymn you did Ray Nixon proud. Keep up the good work

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Ralph, thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review and for extending your thanks to the behind the scenes staff for the hard work that they do. Mick also says that he was honoured to help you and your family at this sad time and thanks you for asking him to arrange Dad's funeral.
  • 5 Sandra Smith 3rd Mar 2017

    The service and help we received from Lymns on Cotmanhay Road was excellent. Mick was especially helpful and considerate to us all when we visited, nothing was too much trouble. Thanks again

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    We are pleased to see that Mick was such a great support for you and your family at this sad time and would thank you for this positive review.
  • 5 Denise Walsh 28th Jan 2017

    Excellent service through the whole process.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your kind review, Mick is really glad that he was able to help you again at this sad time.
  • 5 Roy Kemp 16th Jan 2017

    A.Y.LYMNS were brilliant Mick from the cotmanhay branch he was amazing he helped us through with everything. but Stephen the celebrant was amazing too. when he spoke it felt like he was part of our family. and he just couldn't do enough to help us. A.Y.LYMNS is far the best company ever they truly do put you at ease and they make you feel like they are part of your family.



    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Both Mick and I would like to thank you for taking the time to leave this positive and detailed review and especially for your rating as the "best company ever". We have also passed your kind words onto Stephen, and Mick has commented to me that he felt Stephen was the ideal person to officiate the service for you so he is glad that you are so pleased by him.
  • 5 Jane Canlin 14th Jan 2017

    We felt the service provided by Mick and his colleagues at Lymn's was excellent during such a difficult time.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your excellent review of Mick and the rest of his team at Cotmanhay. They would like to thank you for these kind words and are glad that they was able to help such nice people at such a sad time.
  • 4 Sharon Wathall 2nd Jan 2017

    Everything was well organised except for slight hiccup with the cars, however it was all sorted out quickly. All the staff were very professional and respectful.

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    We are sorry to hear that there was a slight hiccup with the booking of the cars, but are glad that this was all sorted efficiently for you and would thank you for your high appraisal of the rest of our service.
  • 5 Amanda Hawkins 31st Dec 2016

    Everything went well and the whole team showed respect at all times. Planning a funeral was one of the worst things that we have ever had to do but Mick handled us with care and let us come to terms with what we had to do. Dad looked lovely when Mum and I visited the funeral home and again we were not rushed and Mick was very kind. Our final goodbye to our loved one was precious and important to us. Thank you for your support . Amanda

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    We are grateful for your kind review of the service and support you received from Mick and his team at Cotmanhay, and are glad that he was able to provide you with a precious final goodbye. Thank you.
  • 5 Robert Webster 17th Dec 2016

    Extremely respectful team who took the stress out of a very difficult time for the family 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your high appraisal of the service provided by the team at Cotmanhay, we are pleased that they were able to take some of the stress of the arrangements away from you.
  • 5 Angela Hawksley-Blackburn 13th Dec 2016

    Fantastic service, highly recommended.
    Thanks for everything you did.

    Neil and Linda Paget

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Dear Neil & Linda, Thank you for your lovely review of Mick and his team at Cotmanhay, Mick says it was his pleasure to have helped you and we would both thank you for your recommendation.
  • 5 Virginia Wharmby 10th Dec 2016

    Briliant service could not have been any better

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Both Mick and I would thank you for this positive review and are pleased that everything went just as you had wished.
  • 5 Deborah Milner 21st Nov 2016

    Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish. With special thanks to Mick for being there whenever I needed him

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your brilliant review of the service provided by our Cotmanhay office and in particular the way Mick was always there to support you. Mick has asked me to pass on his thanks and to say that he was glad to be able to help you and all the family at this time.
  • 5 Antony Taylor 15th Nov 2016

    Can't thank you all enough for the care compassion & sheer professionalism you showed throughout. It was a real comfort & very much appreciated. 

    Thank You 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your kind words, we are pleased that both Tracey and Mick provided comfort for you with their care, compassion and professionalism.
  • 5 Wendy Briggs 4th Nov 2016

    All went very smoothly made the day much easier 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your positive review, both Mick and I are glad that everything went smoothly for you on the day.
  • 5 Margaret Lawson 22nd Oct 2016

    Very professional from start to the end, everything taken care of to lessen the worries 

    Thank you 

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for your positive review. We are pleased that everything was taken care of so well for you and Mick has also asked that I pass on his thanks to you for allowing him to take care of Mrs Cooper's funeral for you.
  • 5 Abigail Stevens 4th Oct 2016

    You was excellent at looking after my son Thankyou very much x

    Chloe Lymn Rose replied
    Thank you for kind words.
  • 5 linda till 26th Sep 2016

    Thankyou 

    Matthew Lymn Rose replied
    We appreciate you taking e time to review us, thank you.
  • 5 Susan Bejar - Arrabal 22nd Sep 2016

    Their quiet and sympathetic support during a difficult time was much appreciated.  Everything we asked of them was accomplished efficiently and considerately.
    Thank you.

    Matthew Lymn Rose replied
    Many thanks for taking the time to comment on the service provided by Mick Schofield and the team at our Cotmanhay Funeral Home.
  • 5 Lorraine Spowage 19th Sep 2016

    thank you for your expertise all our arrangements went to plan smoothy.

    Matthew Lymn Rose replied
    We appreciate the review, thank you.
  • 5 David Peter Roe 26th Jul 2016

    Brilliant all the way through all the staff were very helpful, kind, thoughtful, considerate and professional. 

  • 5 Karen Nevard-Downs 15th Jul 2016

    Excellent and professional service provided by very helpful staff.
    They made everything so easy to arrange

  • 5 Jeff Glover 1st Jul 2016

    At a difficult time Mick and his colleagues made us feel at ease. Their professionalism and experience was invaluable to us. From collecting my dad's body to dressing and presenting him for us to view was faultless. Their support on the day of the funeral was invaluable and I cannot recommend their service enough. Courteous  and respectful from start to finish. Thank you. 

  • 5 Sarah Weston 14th Jun 2016

    Mick was fantastic at such a difficult time, nothing was too much trouble with arrangements and every detail attended to in a caring and professional manner and my Dad was treated with dignity. Unfortunately due the funeral having to be postponed due to my mothers illness, Mick was unable to oversee the event on the day, however he arranged for a colleague from A W Lymn in Carlton to lead the funeral.  Mark Ridout from Carlton was caring and attentive making the day run smoothly.  This was my first experience with making funeral arrangements and I will definitely use A W Lymn again when the need arises.

  • 5 Julie and Sharon Brock 24th Apr 2016

    Gave grandad the best send off, polite,understanding and respectful. Fantastic service.

Address
113 Cotmanhay Road
Cotmanhay
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 8NG

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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

Sophie Rudge-Mathews 27th May 2017

A.W Lymn made the hardest time of our lives that little bit easier. The help with planning leading up to the funeral and knowing our little man was in safe hands was invaluable. The funeral it's self was beautiful and peaceful, what our little boy deserved. Thank you.

Fiona Windmill 27th Apr 2017

Mick Schofield , at Lymns has been simply amazing , he has put my mind at rest that dad will be treated with respect and dignity. He has dealt with dads arrangements with myself , and I know we will give dad a wonderful, and special send off just what dad deserves. Thank you Mick , cant thank you enough. Top man.

Ralph Nixon 17th Apr 2017

100% commitment from funeral director Mick Schofield. Everything went as planned. in fact a excellent send off for a true gentleman. also a massive thank you to the staff who work behind the scenes who never get the praise they deserve. So overall thanks A.W. Lymn you did Ray Nixon proud. Keep up the good work

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