A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport
A family-run funeral director in Bridport that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1897.
Funeral Services
- Traditional burial
- Simple funeral
- Traditional cremation
- Home visit
- On-site parking
- Chapel of rest
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
About Us
A.J.Wakely & Sons Bridport is a family-run funeral director in Bridport that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1897.
After starting as wheelwrights and undertakers Arthur and Ernie Wakely opened their funeral directors in Broadwindsor. Jack Wakely followed in the footsteps of his uncles and in 1970 opened his first office in Bridport.
Today the Bridport office is managed by Simon Wakely (Jack's grandson), supported by Clive Wakely and their experienced and dedicated team; Tim Nickels and Chris Legg as funeral directors along with Angela and Amanda who manage the day-to-day running of the office.
AJ Wakely & Sons, Bridport, understand that the time following the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult and confusing. It can also become overwhelming if you are the person responsible for arranging the funeral. Simon and his compassionate team will be there to guide and offer assistance at every step. The experienced staff will sensitively talk you through the necessary steps that need to be taken whilst also beginning to plan a fitting tribute for your friend or family member. If you desire, AJ Wakely can also assist with arranging the finer details including transport, floristry, coffins and ashes caskets, as well as memorials.
A.J.Wakely & Sons are proud members of: National Association of Funeral Directors & The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors. Call them today to begin planning the perfect funeral for your loved one.
What Families Say
AI SummaryMany families emphasise the care and attentiveness they received throughout the funeral process, describing staff as kind, compassionate and understanding during an emotionally difficult time. Several mention being kept well informed at each stage, with questions answered promptly and arrangements explained clearly, which helped reduce stress and worry when families were managing many decisions at once.
A number of reviews note that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and without complications, with families appreciating the professional but unobtrusive presence of the team, the attention paid to every detail they had requested, and the dignified way the service was conducted. Families often remark that nothing seemed too much trouble, whether accommodating special requests, liaising with other suppliers, or offering support and guidance beyond what they had expected.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
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Professional Standards
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NAFD Member
Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.
What they do
- Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
- Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
- Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
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SAIF Member
Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.
What they do
- Inspects businesses before granting membership
- Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
- Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong
Latest Verified Reviews
Fergus O'Rorke 3rd Mar 2022
Leah made the process as painless as possible.
Wendy Penn 2nd Mar 2022
I received an excellent service from AJ Wakely for the funeral of my husband, Richard. After our initial meeting they proceeded with the go ahead and from that point forward everything was taken care of. I didn't have a thing to worry about. I think from the first meeting Leah knew exactly what type of funeral we wanted and she replicated it exactly right and with such dignity on the day. I cannot recommend highly enough this family run business of Funeral Directors, the service you get from any member of the team is consistently high no matter who you speak to. We feel so lucky to have found and chosen A J Wakely and Sons
Andrew Huxter 2nd Mar 2022
chris and the team made the hole proses stress free , chris was there for us every step of the way, nothing to much trouble , thank you for looking after us and mum, and guiding us through a tough time. Andrew and Jan.