Bridgewater Funeral Service Ltd

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A Family-owned and run Funeral Directors established in 2014, based in Boothstown and also serving Walkden, Worsley, Astley and surrounding areas

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

27 Chaddock Ln
Boothstown
Worsley
Manchester
M28 1DB

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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

What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasise the compassionate and professional approach shown by the team throughout arrangements and the funeral day itself. Several describe how staff communicated clearly at each stage, kept them informed, and made themselves available when needed, which helped ease the stress of planning during a difficult time.

A number of families mention that nothing felt like too much trouble, whether accommodating specific requests, helping with unusual arrangements, or providing support beyond what they expected. Many note that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and with dignity, and that they felt their loved one was treated with genuine care and respect from start to finish.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Alison McCormick 13th Aug 2026

    Abbie looked after the arrangements for our mum’s funeral with professionalism and efficiency, but most importantly kindness and compassion. 

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Sarah Kierans 6th Aug 2026

    Abbie, Mike and team were caring and professional throughout what was a very difficult time for me and my family. They accommodated all our requests and delivered the perfect send off for my treasured husband. I can’t thank them enough. 
    I would recommend their services to anyone. 

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Alan Dearden 4th Aug 2026

    Excellent service.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Jane Simms 4th Aug 2026

    A lovely family business who make a difficult time so much easier. Always available and help so much in what ever way they can to give your loved one a funeral they deserve. Cannot recommend Emma, Micheal Abbie and Aaron highly enough they are amazing.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Carol Taylor 16th Jul 2026

    Most professional caring and understanding team at a very sad time 

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Louise Maxted 10th Jul 2026

    Abbie and the Team at Bridgewater arranged and delivered exactly what we wanted for the funeral of my father. In a very difficult time they were clear, compassionate and professional and I would highly recommend them.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Isobel Ormandy 25th Jun 2026

    Emma, Mike and the team have been incredible throughout the whole process following the death of my mum - we couldn’t have asked for better support during such a horrible time. The funeral was beautiful and was the perfect send off for such an amazing woman. Couldn’t recommend Bridgewater Funeral Service enough to make the whole process easier to navigate. Thanks so much to everyone!

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 John Coverley 16th Jun 2026

    Professional and outstanding service from our first meeting till after the funeral. Nothing was too much trouble. 

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Craig Price 9th Jun 2026

    A big thank you to all at Bridgewater every bit of the funeral was outstanding. I really couldn’t say 1 single bad thing

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Debbie Hulmes 9th Jun 2026

    Emma, Michael and Abbie provided a first class service.

    Their attention to detail and sincerity was second to none and they provided valuable advice at all stages.
    Would definitely recommend.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Anthony Hunt 8th Jun 2026

    We can't fault the service from Abbie and the team.
    Absolutely superb. From our first meeting at such a difficult time. Help and support throughout the process.

    Definitely recommend 👌

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Ian Wilkinson 2nd Jun 2026

    Thank you to all at Bridgewater.  You provided a very professional service

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Terry Dean 30th May 2026

    Their approach is totally professional… no request was too much.

    Everyone at the funeral commented on how good they were.

    I have been so impressed, I’m discussing my own funeral plan with them.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Charles Bradshaw 19th May 2026

    Excellent service. Thanks for your help 

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 David Johnson 11th May 2026

    At a difficult time, Emma, Michael and the team were exceptional. Our Dad’s funeral arrangements were carried out with great compassion and understanding with just the right mix of practicality and efficiency both prior to and on the day of the funeral. I cannot fault anything and would recommend them to anyone (although I hope I won’t have to do it often).

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Marilyn Whittle 11th May 2026

    Bridgwater Funeral Service Ltd are such an excellent company. Their guidance, care and compassion to us are second to none. They provided a very personal service which made our sad situation slightly more bearable. We would have no hesitation in recommending their services.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Dominic Walsh 29th Apr 2026

    Having not experienced having to arrange a funeral for many years we were naturally filled with dread at the number of issues that needed addressing. Fortunately Abbie and her team made the whole process as stress free as it could be. The service was first class from start to finish and Abbie even arranged for the sun to shine!

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Stuart Prescott 29th Apr 2026

    This family run funeral director is Absolutely amazing. From making an appointment to proceeding with funeral arrangements, Abbie, Emma and Michael made the process simple whilst providing the utmost empathy. They understand everybody grieved in different ways so personalise the arrangements and service to you and your family. They put you at ease, which isn't always easy at such a difficult time, and provide updates and support at each stage. I can't thank them enough for the respect they showed my mum after passing, and our family.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Steven Partington 27th Apr 2026

    Everything went as well as it could do, and was perfectly organised by Bridgewater.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Philip Hardman 24th Apr 2026

    We found all the staff at Bridgewater Funeral Service empathetic, courteous, efficient and absolutely committed to doing all they could for us, over an extended period, at a time of great sorrow.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Julie Holliday 16th Apr 2026

    Bridgewater made everything easy which resulted in the perfect day

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Kathryn Ogden 24th Mar 2026

    At a difficult time one could not ask for better care than I received from all the staff at Bridgewater Funeral Services. Everything was explained clearly and sensitively and all requests dealt with promptly. On the day of the funeral everything went smoothly. I felt supported at all times and confident that everything would be handled appropriately.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Margaret Nolan 20th Mar 2026

    We experienced exceptional care from Emma, Abbie, Michael and staff at Bridgewater Funeral Service. Their experience and professionalism helped make a daunting occasion so much easier. We were guided through the process and everything was smoothly organised by them so that we didn't have to worry about a thing. The chapel of rest was dignified and our loved one was treated with care and respect. The day of the funeral ran like clockwork making the day a calming and pleasant occasion. We would highly recommend Bridgewater Funeral Services.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Judith Hudson 20th Mar 2026

    Emma & Michael at Bridgewater Funerals did an excellent job of taking care of my Dad after his passing.  They were both kind, compassionate and caring throughout and nothing was too much trouble.  Thank you to them and the rest of the family for looking after my Dad and us.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you
  • 5 Allison Moore 17th Mar 2026

    Bridgewater funeral services are excellent, very friendly and helpful managing you through a very difficult time. Most definitely would recommend.

    Michael Turnbull replied
    Thank you

Address
27 Chaddock Ln
Boothstown
Worsley
Manchester
M28 1DB

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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

Latest Verified Reviews

Alison McCormick 13th Aug 2026

Abbie looked after the arrangements for our mum’s funeral with professionalism and efficiency, but most importantly kindness and compassion. 

Sarah Kierans 6th Aug 2026

Abbie, Mike and team were caring and professional throughout what was a very difficult time for me and my family. They accommodated all our requests and delivered the perfect send off for my treasured husband. I can’t thank them enough.  I would recommend their services to anyone. 

Alan Dearden 4th Aug 2026

Excellent service.

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