A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport

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Service includes:

Professional fees, which includes:

- advice, support and guidance

- provision of staff during office hours

- making arrangements and conducting through the entire funeral process including liaison and completion of documents for all third parties

Removing from Hospital or Address to our rest rooms and resting
Subsequent preparation and first viewing during office working hours
Funeral Provision of a hearse and 4 bearers for the funeral during office hours
Oak Veneer coffin with standard handles
You will be provided with a full estimate of the funerals costs before the funeral takes place

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A family-run funeral director in Bridport that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1897.

Latest Verified Reviews

Heather Skull 31st Jan 2025

I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional service provided by AJ Wakely during such a difficult time. From the very first interaction to the final arrangements, everyone was incredibly kind, compassionate, and helpful. Their professionalism and empathy truly stood out. Every stage of the process was handled with the utmost care and respect. Their dedication to providing exceptional care and support made a world of difference, and I am very thankful for their kindness during this challenging time. Thank you for everything you did for us.

Filip Lommaert 8th Jan 2025

Wakelys is a very professional company. Also, very friendly and personal service, with great attention to detail.

John Mervyn Legg 2nd Jan 2025

We were treated with compassion as they guided us though this difficult time as a family. Greg communicated with us throughout the whole process making sure we were able to provide the perfect goodbye.

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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

Location

91 East Street
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3LB

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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

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.

5 Heather Skull 31st Jan 2025

I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional service provided by AJ Wakely during such a difficult time. From the very first interaction to the final arrangements, everyone was incredibly kind, compassionate, and helpful.

Their professionalism and empathy truly stood out. Every stage of the process was handled with the utmost care and respect. Their dedication to providing exceptional care and support made a world of difference, and I am very thankful for their kindness during this challenging time.

Thank you for everything you did for us.
5 Filip Lommaert 8th Jan 2025

Wakelys is a very professional company. Also, very friendly and personal service, with great attention to detail.
5 John Mervyn Legg 2nd Jan 2025

We were treated with compassion as they guided us though this difficult time as a family. Greg communicated with us throughout the whole process making sure we were able to provide the perfect goodbye.
5 Susan Lloyd 1st Jan 2025

A J Wakely and Sons did a wonderful job of arranging Dad's funeral. They were extremely professional, efficient and compassionate. They were responsive to emails and phone calls, and handled our extended family with sensitivity and diplomacy. We are so grateful to the team, and especially to Simon and Tim for their kindness and support through a difficult time.
5 Felicity Northover 24th Dec 2024

A j Wakely were fantastic from start to finish they made so much easier for us at such a hard time , all staff were amazing especially Chris Legg who looked after our needs from the start
5 Alli Hamilton 23rd Dec 2024

Chris Legg was brilliant right from the start of this very painful journey. He could not have made it any easier.
5 Robert Goodhart 10th Dec 2024

A very professional, efficient and, above all, compassionate and friendly service from the initial meeting following my wife's death through to the organisation and support during the Cremation ceremony.

The whole team helped to ensure that the process was made as straight-forward and caring as possible. Thank you.
5 Gerald Bevis 5th Dec 2024

The service provided was exemplary in every respect. From previous experience I expected nothing less and was not disappointed in any detail.
5 Linda Locke 19th Nov 2024

Couldn't fault a thing.Tim was wonderful from start to finish,made a difficult time easier to cope with.Nothing was too much trouble for him.Thankyou Tim.The driver of our limousine Jim waited for us after the service,while we had refreshments and
brought us home after .Thankyou Jim.Am glad I chose Wakely's
5 Kate Minch 19th Nov 2024

AJ Wakely did a wonderful job for my mother’s funeral. It was not a straight forward job and they handled it with kindness, professionalism and efficiency. A really excellent service.
5 Roger Stevens 19th Nov 2024

Everything was dealt with perfectly
5 Tony England 19th Nov 2024

Professional and kind, A J Wakely gently guided us through a difficult time. We would recommend them.
5 Andrew Wragg 19th Nov 2024

Our whole family are so grateful for the friendly, efficient and dignified service provided for our mother’s funeral. From first contact to last they made everything as easy as it could be for us. Particular thanks to Greg Scott, our principal contact, whose service throughout was exemplary.
5 Mark Teideman 18th Nov 2024

Thank you Simon and the team for an amazing service
5 Maxwell Angela 14th Nov 2024

A very personal and professional service. I felt I had support all of the way.
4 Kevin Allen 5th Nov 2024

Well as funeral’s go wakely’s did a good job, very professional.
5 Campbell Hughes 5th Nov 2024

My Wifes funeral arrangements were quite complicated for various reasons, and the organisation of the entire operation was absolutely first class in every respect. I cannot imagine any other organisation doing it better under any circumstances.
Mr Wakely and his team were wonderful from start to finish, and although the whole thing is not totally finished due to some slight changes in my wifes interment, I expect the final stages to be as well handled at all that has gone before.
5 Rebecca Donohoe 24th Oct 2024

Greg was really helpful and patient.
5 Melissa Vickery 15th Oct 2024

So professional and done with dignity
5 Simon Horner 14th Oct 2024

Very thoughtful, sensitive and efficient.
5 Julian Wragg 6th Oct 2024

Outstanding service from start to finish.
5 Janet White 2nd Oct 2024

Very professional and helpful
5 John Snow 28th Sep 2024

Rather expensive, but I guess you get whar you pay for and Chris was excellent
5 Monica Frost 24th Sep 2024

Could not have been more helpful
5 Alex Mason-Hosie 24th Sep 2024

Exactly what we wanted and every care and consideration was taken. Thank you

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a funeral from A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport cost?

A Standard Simple Funeral from A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport costs approximately £4,412. This consists of professional fees of £3,040, cremation fees of £1,142 and a celebrant estimated at £230. For more information, visit our funeral pricing guide.

Do A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport have good reviews?

A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport has 326 reviews with an average rating of 5.0. The most recent review was left on 8th Jun 2026. You can read more reviews of A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport here.

Is there on-site parking available at A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport?

No, A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport do not have on-site parking. To find out where the best place to park is you should phone the home to check. A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport’s phone number is 01308 423726.

Does A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport have a chapel of rest?

Yes, A J Wakely & Sons, Bridport has a chapel of rest. You should contact the home if you wish to arrange a viewing of your loved one.