Cotton & Son Funeral Directors

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Family operated funeral director in Weymouth, serving the local community and wider Dorset region

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

Milton House
1 Milton Rd
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 0AZ

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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

Professional Standards

  • 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
  • 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

About Us

Cotton & Son is a family owned and run Funeral Directors which has been serving the community of Weymouth, Portland and the surrounding areas for over 100 years. Established in 1912, Cotton & Son has been providing families with care and support, guiding them through each step of arranging a funeral in a dignified and professional manner.

Until very recently, Cotton & Son was run under the personal supervision of Jane Cotton. Jane’s late husband Peter was the third generation of the Cotton family, following his father John and grand-father Edward into the business.

In June 2023, Jane entrusted her business to family funeral directors A.J. Wakely & Sons and continued working with A.J. Wakely & Sons until her retirement in mid-2024.

Cotton & Son continues under the care of Simon Wakely who is ably assisted by Principal Funeral Director and Office Manager Margaret Sherratt, who has been with Cotton & Son since 2005, and Funeral Director Nathan Westwood who joined the company in 2008. Both Margaret and Nathan are qualified Funeral Directors through the NAFD (National Association of Funeral Directors). Peter Smith joined Cotton & Son in 2018 and is currently training to be a Funeral Director under the stewardship of Simon and Margaret.

Along with a professional and sympathetic team of funeral assistants, bearers and drivers, Cotton & Son is a well-established and close-knit ‘family team’.

Call Cotton & Son Funeral Directors today to engage their services, request a quote or find out more about how they can help arrange a funeral for your loved one.

What Families Say

AI Summary

Families consistently praise the care and compassion shown throughout their engagement with this funeral director, with many describing staff as understanding, kind and respectful during an exceptionally difficult time. A number of families emphasise the professionalism and attention to detail in planning and delivering the funeral itself, noting that everything was well organised and that their specific wishes were carefully carried out. Several families mention clear communication and accessibility, describing how they felt supported and informed at every stage, with staff responsive to questions and readily available when needed.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Neil Mutter 2nd Nov 2026

    Nathan is perfectly suited for this position, myself and the family will never forget how understanding, helpful and professional Cottons were at this most emotional time of our lives.

  • 5 Stephen Dobson 31st Oct 2026

    I would like to thank you all at cottons , you have been so helpful to me and the family .The professional way you dealt with everything was a credit to the staff.

  • 5 David Hayne 31st Oct 2026

    Cottons were excellent from start to finish when organising my father’s funeral. They helped guide the family in a compassionate and practical manner throughout this difficult time.

  • 5 Maurice Taylor 31st Oct 2026

    From beginning to end your service was impeccable. You treated Patricia and all the family with the utmost respect and dignity. Peter was professional, understanding and helpful in the whole process.
    My Dad, Maurice jokingly says he trusts you implicitly when it’s his turn!
    Thank you for your excellent service.

  • 5 Emma Moore 30th Oct 2026

    Margaret Sherratt from the funeral directors was very compassionate, kind and planned it to every little detail so everything went very well at the funeral. We would definitely recommend Cotton and Sons funeral directors to our family and friends.

  • 5 Lynn West 30th Oct 2026

    We were so happy with your service, things couldn’t have gone smoother. Thank you all. 
                               West family.

  • 5 Catherine Smith 30th Oct 2026

    Highly professional but personable service

  • 5 Carolyn Purton 29th Oct 2026

    Cotton & son were brilliant in every way. From the death notification phone call they took care of everything. Margaret and her colleagues made me feel that my loved one was in good hands. Nothing was too much trouble and I was kept updated every step of the way. I can throughly recommend these highly professional people to anyone who is in need of their services. They take a lot of the stress out of this most difficult time, guiding you respectfully through the process.

  • 5 Lyn Heath 29th Oct 2026

    Had support and kindness all the way through 
    Thank you to Peter 

  • 5 Julie Kim Tribe 29th Sep 2026

    From the first time of meeting Nathan we felt comfortable and understood at a very emotional time.
    Nothing was too much trouble and we felt the service we were given was excellent, professional and empathetic which helped hugely at this difficult time.

  • 5 Roger Bartlett 15th Sep 2026

    Peter at cotton & sons couldn't be more helpful he was very good to me l would use them again but hope that it won't be for a while now. Cheers. Roger

  • 5 Elaine Milburn 15th Sep 2026

    A caring and compassionate company, couldn't have asked for anything more.

  • 5 Nick Dalkins 14th Sep 2026

    Nathan Westwood did everything I could have expected in respect of looking after my wife. He did this with respect and dignity, and showed the same towards me and my family.

  • 5 Gordon Reay 27th Aug 2026

    Cotton and Sons were very professional  and helpful throughout the planning process for our Mother’s funeral. They were also excellent at the funeral itself, being very respectful and well organised.
    We couldn’t fault their service - and at reasonable price.
    Thank you.

  • 5 Adam Lawrence 27th Aug 2026

    We weren’t particularly demanding customers,but all our requests were met immediately.
    The minimal service was conducted with great understanding and dignity.
    Margaret was very helpful and charming.

  • 5 Kay Hearson 27th Aug 2026

    Very attentive, reassuring and attention to detail. No problem too big, felt in safe hands and very respectful to all concerned.

  • 5 Heidi Williams 9th Aug 2026

    The  whole team  are amazing 

    They show empathy kindness, and professionalism during such a difficult time for a family
    They are truly unique leaders in what they do, they are guardian angels with invisible wings.
    The compassion, dedication, and support they show meant more to our family than words can say. 
    The efficiency, attention to detail, and support helped everything come together so smoothly and made a very difficult time much easier for us.
    Every member of our family felt supported throughout. They made sure the day went exactly to plan and that all of our wishes were carried out with dignity and care.
    I am especially grateful for the time the spent  and reassurance showing me the chapel and for giving me the confidence and support I needed to say goodbye to my dad in there.   
    I would choose them again with no hesitation 




    I would also like to thank you for assisting the bearers and ensuring they felt supported and guided throughout the day. Your care and attention helped everything run smoothly and allowed them to carry out their role with confidence and dignity.




    To everyone at Cottons, thank you. From the very first day we made contact, right through to now, you have all been exceptional. Nothing has ever been too much trouble, and every member of your team has treated us with genuine kindness, patience, and respect. During one of the hardest times in our lives, you gave us comfort, reassurance, and the confidence that Dad was being cared for with the utmost dignity. We will always be grateful for everything you have done for our family.

  • 5 Leigh Whenman 6th Aug 2026

    Nathan was fantastic and I could not have asked for a better send off for my late wife. Everything was made easy for me and nothing was too much trouble.  I will have no hesitation going back to cotton and Sons when the need arrives 

  • 5 Joanne Luxton 5th Aug 2026

    Everything went without any problems d fitted our needs exactly.

  • 5 Timothy Freeborn 5th Aug 2026

    I felt like i was talking to family whether on the phone or in person. So easy and thoughtful.

  • 5 Verity Philip 5th Aug 2026

    Nathan could not have been more supportive and helpful, we are lucky to have never been having to organise a funeral until now, but he gave us all the support we needed and nothing was too much trouble, all silly questions answered with grace and no matter what our needs were, he made it happen and my dad had a wonderful send off made all the more less stressful by Cottons, thank you 

  • 5 Vanessa Kelly 16th Jul 2026

    Professional, compassionate and caring staff that made the whole experience as easy, uncomplicated and stress-free as it could be.
    I will be forever grateful.

  • 5 Elliot Shepherd 16th Jul 2026

    The compassionate and considerate funeral company. From the minute I met them to the final moment, they acted in a kind, professional and caring way., whilst keeping things on a friendly and personal level.

  • 5 Jonathan Lanham 16th Jul 2026

    Once again Peter and the staff at Cotton's helped us through a difficult time. They were calm, reassuring and professional from the start and made every step much easier for us.

  • 5 Anne Butler 23rd Jun 2026

    All done efficiently and with kindness.

Address
Milton House
1 Milton Rd
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 0AZ

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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

Professional Standards

  • 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
  • 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

Neil Mutter 2nd Nov 2026

Nathan is perfectly suited for this position, myself and the family will never forget how understanding, helpful and professional Cottons were at this most emotional time of our lives.

Stephen Dobson 31st Oct 2026

I would like to thank you all at cottons , you have been so helpful to me and the family .The professional way you dealt with everything was a credit to the staff.

David Hayne 31st Oct 2026

Cottons were excellent from start to finish when organising my father’s funeral. They helped guide the family in a compassionate and practical manner throughout this difficult time.

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