Otter Valley Funerals

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The only independent, family-run funeral director in Budleigh Salterton, providing compassionate and professional funeral services across East Devon

Latest Verified Reviews

Victoria Lynne Wright 8th May 2026

Otter Valley funerals were professional and reliable throughout the funeral process. They gave us confidence that our relative's wishes were being carried out appropriately and as requested. They worked around our needs and wishes at all times. I would absolutely recommend them to other families.

Martin Short 7th Apr 2026

Thank you to you and youre team simon. You were perfect at a time that i needed you to be. Martin

Jean Owen 31st Mar 2026

I recently used Otter Valley Funerals after my husband’s death and Simon was very compassionate, nothing was too much trouble.  He was on hand to guide me through a difficult time and the whole process was trouble free. It was dealt with sympathetically and with professionalism and I was more than happy with the service received.  Thank you Simon and all your team.

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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

1 Brook House
Brook Road
Budleigh Salterton
Devon
EX9 6AY

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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

Otter Valley Funerals is an independent, family-run funeral director in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Principal Funeral Director Simon Savage opened Otter Valley Funerals to provide the community of Budleigh and the surrounding villages with exceptional care at their time of need.

Otter Valley Funerals is Budleigh's only independent, family run Funeral Director. Simon has a decade of experience under his belt, starting out in Sidmouth before working for different independent and national companies, before running a funeral support company supporting other independent funeral directors with their day to day needs.

Simon’s ties to Budleigh go back over 25 Years, from playing youth football at Budleigh Football Club, to helping form the youth committee for the first skatepark at Lime Kiln car park, living on Greenway lane for a number of years and up to the present day playing football for whoever will have him, between Budleigh, East Budleigh and Otterton Football Clubs.

Otter Valley Funerals are able to offer any type of funeral that you require, ranging from traditional ceremonies to modern celebrations of life led by a celebrant. Simon will be there to guide you through every decision, from choosing funeral flowers to picking a hearse and coffin.

Otter Valley Funerals are proud to call Budleigh Salterton home, as their founder has for over 20 years. Call them today to begin arranging the perfect send-off for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Victoria Lynne Wright 8th May 2026

    Otter Valley funerals were professional and reliable throughout the funeral process. They gave us confidence that our relative's wishes were being carried out appropriately and as requested. They worked around our needs and wishes at all times. I would absolutely recommend them to other families.

  • 5 Martin Short 7th Apr 2026

    Thank you to you and youre team simon. You were perfect at a time that i needed you to be. Martin

  • 5 Jean Owen 31st Mar 2026

    I recently used Otter Valley Funerals after my husband’s death and Simon was very compassionate, nothing was too much trouble.  He was on hand to guide me through a difficult time and the whole process was trouble free. It was dealt with sympathetically and with professionalism and I was more than happy with the service received.  Thank you Simon and all your team.

  • 5 Steven Coles 30th Mar 2026

    We had particular requests as most people would, Simon could not have been nicer to accommodate our needs and enhance the occasion to a wonderful memory. Thanks so much.

  • 5 David Harrison 20th Mar 2026

    Very professional service whilst being kind and sensitive at a difficult and emotional time. Simon seemed to understand exactly the type of service I wanted and guided me accordingly. 

  • 5 John Mariner 19th Mar 2026

    Hard to leave a review but at such a sad time Simon made things better

  • 5 Sally Jones 9th Mar 2026

    Couldnt of asked for more from simon and sophie. truly thankful for my husbands beautiful goofbye

  • 5 Trevor Hartley 8th Mar 2026

    My dearest father deserved the best and he got it with Simon. We truly couldn’t ask for any more than we received, the care, attention and personal service was exemplary. As hard as it is to review a funeral I feel it is imperative that others have the opportunity to be cared for in the same way we were. We will forever be grateful for everything Simon did for our family. T

  • 5 Alan Bright 7th Mar 2026

    I am so so grateful for Simon and all at otter valley funerals and what they have done for my family

  • 5 Jennifer Rewcastle 13th Feb 2026

    Simon helped us through planning the interment of my son and husband with extremely thoughtful and professional advice.  He liaised with Orchard Memorials and made everything straightforward.  During the interment this week there was quietness and respect.  I could not recommend him more highly.

  • 5 Daniel Harris 20th Jan 2026

    Otter Valley Funerals provided exceptional care and compassion during an extremely difficult time for our family. Simon and the whole team were kind, professional, and incredibly supportive throughout, guiding us with sensitivity and respect at every step. Nothing felt rushed, and every detail was handled with care, which brought us great comfort when we needed it most. We are truly grateful for the service they provided and would not hesitate to recommend them.

  • 5 Ryan Hampshire 20th Jan 2026

    Superb from the very first phone call. Simon was attentive, patient and his attention to detail was second to none. My father’s funeral was perfect and that is all anyone can ever hope for. I cannot recommend otter valley funerals highly enough. 

  • 5 Kim Tooze 6th Jan 2026

    From our initial meeting with Simon, he was most helpful in guiding us in what we needed to do. He always responded promptly to our queries/emails which was impressive and very professional. On the day of the funeral everything went according to plan and done with respect. In our case a burial was involved, and there again everything went very well. I have nothing but praise for the way my aunt's funeral was conducted. I would highly recommend Otter Valley Funerals.

  • 5 John Hart 6th Jan 2026

    Otter Valley were a friend when we needed it most when Mum died unexpectedly in December.  Simon handled all the arrangements with a minimum of fuss and was always available when we had queries.  He ensured all our specific requirements were respected and met.  I couldn’t fault the service and would recommend Otter Valley wholeheartedly.

  • 5 Susan Oliver 6th Jan 2026

    Simon and his team could not have looked after us better. Many thanks for easing what could have been an awful day.

  • 5 Kirsty Newell 20th Oct 2022

    Excellent service in a difficult situation. Lovely caring manner by Simon too. Nothing too much trouble. 

  • 5 Neil Birch 30th Sep 2022

    Simon was so helpful and understanding. They were responsive and professional. 
    I would highly recommend Otter Valley Funerals. 

  • 5 Alastair Humphries 29th Sep 2022

    Simply wonderful care and attention.  A godsend. Simon enjoy the whisky. Al 

  • 5 Sarah Cousins 29th Sep 2022

    Always polite and sympathetic. Answering questions from the whole family. A great service at a very difficult time.

  • 5 Helen Parker 15th Sep 2022

    Otter Valley Funerals is run by the owner, Simon and his wife. It was, as promised, always Simon who answered messages and calls. He tuned into the type of funeral we thought we wanted from the first phone call and could not have been more helpful as we worked towards achieving a ceremony which was right for my husband and for our family.
    We always felt in charge of the ceremony and behind the scenes Simon was utterly professional and we felt complete confidence in him, this was so important to us during an extremely difficult time. There was nothing else more that Simon could have done to help us and Otter Valley Funerals get a firm recommendation.

  • 4 Paul Hepple 9th Sep 2022

    The Funeral Director Simon Savage was very thoughtful and helpful throughout the whole process - nothing was too much trouble. The same was true of the drivers and pall bearers. I would recommend Otter Valley Funerals.

  • 5 Brendan Tallon 17th Aug 2022

    I would highly recommend Simon and his team. At was an incredibly difficult time losing such a wonderful and much loved Mother and Grandma, Simon was professional, courteous, considerate, exceptionally well mannered and organised everything perfectly. Thank you for making the day the perfect tribute to Phyllis when we are all at our lowest ebb.

  • 5 Mark Townsend 17th Jul 2022

    I have known Simon over 20 years so he was the obvious choice to look after Dad. His care and understanding was just exemplary and I want to thank my friend for everything he did. 

  • 5 Christine Cowling 22nd Apr 2022

    The care and consideration was exemplary throughout and their services will be highly recommended.

  • 5 John Lee 8th Apr 2022

    Simon did an excellent job of guiding us through the process of saying goodbye to my mum and organising a funeral I'm sure she would ave approved of.

Address
1 Brook House
Brook Road
Budleigh Salterton
Devon
EX9 6AY

Open map

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

Victoria Lynne Wright 8th May 2026

Otter Valley funerals were professional and reliable throughout the funeral process. They gave us confidence that our relative's wishes were being carried out appropriately and as requested. They worked around our needs and wishes at all times. I would absolutely recommend them to other families.

Martin Short 7th Apr 2026

Thank you to you and youre team simon. You were perfect at a time that i needed you to be. Martin

Jean Owen 31st Mar 2026

I recently used Otter Valley Funerals after my husband’s death and Simon was very compassionate, nothing was too much trouble.  He was on hand to guide me through a difficult time and the whole process was trouble free. It was dealt with sympathetically and with professionalism and I was more than happy with the service received.  Thank you Simon and all your team.

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