J G Fielder & Son Funeral Directors, Pocklington

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This family-run funeral home in Pocklington has been serving bereaved families with their funeral needs since 1937.

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

25 George Street
Pocklington
York
YO42 2DG

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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

J G Fielder & Son has been an established funeral director in York and the surrounding area for more than 120 years.

Paul Clark, and his experienced team offer comprehensive funeral planning services to help you during your time of need. Their Pocklington branch, located on George Street is able to assist you with traditional and non-religious funerals, as well as green burials and personalised celebrations of life.

As a member of the UK Independent Funeral Directors and National Association of Funeral Directors, this funeral home in Pocklington prides itself on its wide range of expertise and services

Their funeral home offers a tranquil chapel of rest, a private arrangement room to discuss your loved one’s funeral plans, and sufficient parking for visitors. J G Fielder & Son in Pocklington is also able to assist you with flowers, funeral stationery and catering as well as any other funeral essentials and special details. Their hearse, which comes with a chauffer and bearers is included in their service. The funeral home is also able to organise a limousine to transport you to the crematorium, church or service venue. Each limousine can carry up to six family members.

J G Fielder & Son funeral directors in Pocklington are available 24 hours a day by phone, and their office is open from 9am to 5pm on Monday to Friday. Call now to discuss your loved one’s funeral, or to learn more about J G Fielder & Son pre-paid funeral plans.

Latest Obituaries

Jessie Bell Wallace   Bentley

Jessie Bell Wallace Bentley

May 1937 - May 2026

Christine Mary   Uncles

Christine Mary Uncles

Aug 1954 - May 2026

John Michael (Michael)   Hildred

John Michael (Michael) Hildred

Mar 1938 - May 2026

Anne   Hall

Anne Hall

Aug 1938 - May 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families praise the professionalism and compassion of the staff throughout the funeral planning and service itself. They frequently mention feeling supported and guided through each stage, with the funeral day running smoothly and reflecting their wishes for their loved one.

Families commonly note that communication was clear and responsive, with staff taking time to explain choices, answer questions, and keep them informed about arrangements. Several describe feeling that nothing was too much trouble, even when requests fell outside standard practice.

A number of families mention that the team relieved them of stress by handling the many organisational details, allowing them to focus on saying goodbye to their loved one in a way that felt personal and dignified.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Yvonne Craven 21st May 2024

    From the 1st phone call with Julie, and all the way through to the funeral everything was so well organised. Most of the organisation we didn't see such as arranging the outside sound system at the church which was perfect.
    Thank you for making a very difficult time for the family so much less painful. Julie, Vincent and Paul we are very grateful to you.

  • 5 Anne Massheder 29th Apr 2024

    Excellent service. Kind compassionate and professional. Thank you from all the family. 

  • 5 Janice Alexander 25th Apr 2024

    We as a family would be more than happy to recommend JG Fielders to anyone at this sad time in there lives.

    From our first initial contact with Paul, then Julie in the office, nothing was too much trouble helping us with different option when undecided. 

    Thank you so much 

  • 5 Alison Atkinson 24th Mar 2024

    Excellent service at a very difficult time.  

  • 5 Debra Lane 19th Mar 2024

    I would highly recommend J G Fielder. They have recently assisted our family after the passing of our Dad. Excellent and sensitive communiccation at all times, no hitch organisation of our particular wishes and the kindest and professional attention throughout the difficult process. Julie, Vincent and Paul were all lovely and nothing was too much trouble.

  • 5 Melanie Dawes 6th Feb 2024

    All I can say is the biggest thank you ever for making my beloved husband's funeral arrangements so perfect. Extremely profession service. Paul and Julie made both myself and my daughter so much at ease both before, during and after the service with that personal touch. Thank you so much on behalf of myself , my daughter and the family.

  • 4 Patricia McGill 22nd Jan 2024

    Mostly first class but a couple of administrative errors from excellent.

  • 5 Sian Stewart 2nd Jan 2024

    I am so pleased with the service from fielders. From meeting Vince to arrange my late mum's final journey.
    Vince to as amazing on the day. Also thank you too the 4 men who carried mum's coffin.

  • 5 Greg Winrow 18th Dec 2023

    Very professional in every respect
    Couldn't recommend highly enough

  • 5 Kathryne Bibby 11th Dec 2023

    This Company are so caring and patient at a very sad and difficult time.

  • 5 Dean Thackray 10th Dec 2023

    Superb in every way - total professionalism all the way through.

  • 5 Simon Lawton 4th Dec 2023

    Vince and Julie were so supportive. Great communication and made a very hard time a lot easier than we thought. Nothing was a problem, and everything was explained. The way they respected our Mum/Nanny and us was so comforting.

    Thanks, team, for all your help, understanding and support.

    Simon & Family

  • 5 Shaun Martin 3rd Dec 2023

    the best send off anyone could wish for. would recommend to all.

  • 5 Caroline Hewitt 17th Nov 2023

    Through a most difficult time, Vince, Julie and the team were amazing, thank you 

  • 5 Deke Rivers 17th Nov 2023

    Sympathetic and caring from the beginning to end! First class service! All staff. Vince, Julie, Sophie ect. We’re brilliant. Couldn’t ask for more! 

  • 5 Steven Fowler 6th Nov 2023

    Hello Vince 
    thankyou for a excellent service from your colleagues was perfect for my Dad 
    Ernest Michael Fowler funeral service 10 out 10 and everybody involved
    From 
    Steven
    Paul
    Denise
    David
    Thankyou 

  • 5 Martin German 6th Nov 2023

    A faultless, unintrusive and professional service. Many thanks to Paul and his team.

  • 5 James Simpson 25th Sep 2023

    Outstanding

  • 5 Nicola Keith 19th Sep 2023

    Paul, Julie and the team were so helpful, kind and considerate in guiding us through the funeral process at a very difficult time.
    Thank you for making one of the worst days bearable by taking away the stress with your compassion, knowledge and professionalism.

  • 5 Julie Waller 25th Aug 2023

    I would like to thank Paul and his team at fielders in Pocklington, they were professional kind and caring with me and family members at this sad and upsetting time I would highly recommend best wishes 

    Julie 

  • 5 Vanessa Long 24th Aug 2023

    Everything was organised with great empathy and ease. Nothing was too much trouble for Paul and his team. 

  • 5 Claire Simpson 14th Jul 2023

    Great service at a difficult time thank you for making the process so easy x

  • 5 Sinead O'Shea 20th Jun 2023

    We cannot express how grateful we are to Paul Clark, Julie Rudd,
    Vince Worrall and all the team for their dedication, sensitivity, kindness and professionalism. You have helped us through the most difficult time. You guided, supported and honestly couldn't have done more. Our Dad would have been so moved, as we all were by everything you did. Thank you for everything. You eased so much pain and you have no idea of how appreciated it was by all of us. You do a fantastic job and we are so thankful you were there to help us.

  • 5 Paul Williams 18th Jun 2023

    Great service all round

  • 5 Sue Harris 6th Jun 2023

    Fielders provided a superb service from start to finish. Their organisation, support, care & compassion can not be faulted. Thank you 

Address
25 George Street
Pocklington
York
YO42 2DG

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

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

Yvonne Craven 21st May 2024

From the 1st phone call with Julie, and all the way through to the funeral everything was so well organised. Most of the organisation we didn't see such as arranging the outside sound system at the church which was perfect. Thank you for making a very difficult time for the family so much less painful. Julie, Vincent and Paul we are very grateful to you.

Anne Massheder 29th Apr 2024

Excellent service. Kind compassionate and professional. Thank you from all the family. 

Janice Alexander 25th Apr 2024

We as a family would be more than happy to recommend JG Fielders to anyone at this sad time in there lives. From our first initial contact with Paul, then Julie in the office, nothing was too much trouble helping us with different option when undecided.  Thank you so much 

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