J G Fielder & Son Funeral Directors, York

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Fifth generation, independent funeral directors in York providing around-the-clock services during your time of need

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

48-50 Clarence Street
York
North Yorkshire
YO31 7EW

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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 Funeral Directors are York’s most experienced independent funeral directors, having served the community for over 130 years, and offer a caring and sympathetic service. Their compassionate team of professionals are available round the clock with help and advice, whether the family wants a religious or non-religious funeral.

Victor and Chris Fielder and their team offer a range of services, whether it be a traditional burial, simple cremation service or a green funeral. They are happy to support families organise a personalised funeral service that reflect their loved one’s wishes.

They offer the flexibility of home visits, office appointments or video and phone arrangements so that families may discuss funeral arrangements in the most comfortable and suitable way for them.

A typical funeral with J G Fielder & Son will include the collection and care of the person who has died, liaising with third parties, a Mercedes hearse and a handmade coffin. Other funeral transport options include horse-drawn carriage, motorcycle sidecar hearse, matching Mercedes limousines or a vintage VW Camper.

The York-based funeral directors have 2 Chapels of Rest which can be used by the family or friends to grieve and reflect on the memory of their loved one. Other services include an in-house embalming service, bereavement counselling and repatriation.

The team are available 24/7 to guide bereaved families and provide caring support during a difficult time. Call J G Fielder & Son Funeral Directors for more information on various options or to arrange a memorable funeral service for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Johanna   Lenssen

Johanna Lenssen

Jun 1952 - Dec 2025

Gordon   James Ridley

Gordon James Ridley

Aug 1941 - Jan 2026

Rosemary   Clements

Rosemary Clements

Jul 1938 - Dec 2025

Micky   Johnson

Micky Johnson

May 1920 - Dec 2025

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasize the care and compassion shown throughout the funeral process, describing how staff made them feel supported, listened to, and treated with genuine understanding during an emotionally difficult time.

Communication and organization feature prominently in what families mention, with many noting that arrangements were explained clearly, queries answered promptly, and they were kept informed at every stage without feeling rushed or pressured.

Families often return to how the funeral day itself was handled, describing smooth and dignified services where staff were attentive to details, nothing was too much trouble, and the final event reflected exactly what they had requested for their loved one.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Diane Ketley 13th Aug 2021

    We highly recommend Fielders without any hesitation. Jon helped us through the process listening and responding to our wishes and offering options while demonstrating great flexibility and responsiveness. The funeral was organised and delivered exactly as we asked for on the day. Jon’s professional, calm, kind, respectful and informative manner helped make such a sad occasion easier.

  • 5 Peter Cross 9th Aug 2021

    They were very professional at the same time respectful and caring. Very easy to deal with and nothing was too much trouble for them. I would definitely recommend them. Many thanks.

  • 5 Martel Maxwell 8th Aug 2021

    I cannot do justice here as to how good JG Fielder & Son was. I was lucky enough to speak to Jon on my first call to a director - in a state of slight panic at the thought of organising a funeral by myself. Jon said it can be advisable to call other directors for quotes. I knew I didn’t want to go elsewhere - my gut feel was that he would do a great job. So many third parties are involved when it comes to payment and organisation - florists, printers for orders of service, a humanist, burial ground or cremation time - but Jon took care of every single thing, only asking me for the decisions that needed to be made along the way. The fees were completely transparent and fair. Then, on the day of my father’s funeral, Jon was everything you’d want - upstanding, smart, dignified, respectful -  also with an amazing manner, putting me at ease. My family agreed he was superb, as was the humanist he chose for us. I believe this is a family business - which for me is a great thing. Thank you so much for making a very sad, emotional time well, still very sad - but as dignified and perfect as the day possibly could have been.

  • 5 Caroline Watson 2nd Aug 2021

    Faultless professional approach, and at the same time we felt so well cared for. Jon Kirkman guided and supported us so exceptionally, from our first contact, through the planning process and visiting the Chapel of Rest, right through to after the funeral. I liked that they didn't overwhelm us - it seemed they took a measure of what we could manage at a given time and guided us on the way, flagging up what the next priority would be. This helped remove the stress of it all, a lot! It also became clear that we could trust Jon and team to take care of the funeral and of my sister. I am very pleased to say that everything went perfectly on the day, just as they said it would. We were very happy with the care taken of Beverley, with dignity and an approach that I feel she would have been happy with. I found them transparent, open and honest throughout, and supportive of our decision to source our own coffin. Fielders allowed us to be us and to make the choices that felt right for us and for Beverley. Exceptional funeral directors - I would not hesitate to recommend, or use again.

  • 5 Ruth Murgatroyd 24th Jul 2021

    Marvellous service. Excellent communication (but only that which was necessary at such a busy time). Dignified and efficient at all times. No hard sell. Highly recommend.
    Keith was a calming and assuring presence at a very emotional time. Thank you.

  • 5 Sue Glenn 24th Jul 2021

    Fielders give a really personal service. They are always there to answer any questions and to give support and sympathy. They become part of the family and share your feelings. A wonderful group of sensitive people. 

  • 5 Nigel Poulton 20th Jul 2021

    On behalf of my family I cannot thank you enough for your kind and sensitive attention to every detail of our mother's funeral. I cannot recommend J G Fielders & Son Funeral directors too highly. Thank you.

  • 5 Kath Stead 17th Jul 2021

    Every person I had contact with at Fielders was kind, considerate and helpful, thank you.

  • 5 David Crawford 10th Jul 2021

    Excellent advice provided and funeral carried out to a very high standard.   Would not hesitate to recommend.   

  • 5 Brian Bradburn 6th Jul 2021

    Very sympathetic and very efficient.

  • 5 Edward Appleton 5th Jul 2021

    Excellent all round service. Couldn’t have asked for more at such a difficult time. Very helpful, kind and considerate.

  • 5 Joan Cuss 5th Jul 2021

    Very, helpful and understanding.  Nothing was too much trouble. Would certainly recommend. 

  • 5 Claire Green 3rd Jul 2021

    Lovely caring staff

  • 5 Richard Dawson 2nd Jul 2021

    Very helpful and respectful . Very good service given

  • 5 Angela Hope 29th Jun 2021

    I really appreciated their care, support and consideration at a difficult time. They were attentive, helpful and thoughtful throughout. 
    Thank you so much.

  • 5 David Wake 24th Jun 2021

    Very considerate and importantly efficient

  • 5 Paul Jackson 22nd Jun 2021

    We had an incident in the middle of the night which couldn't be left
    and were given prompt and professional service.
    Having worked out our budget and basic ideas, we discussed things with Lucy by phone and email and put plans in place quite easily.

  • 5 Polly Sharples 7th Jun 2021

    Excellent service from Chris and his staff. Efficient, professional and sensitive. They went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Highly recommended. 

  • 5 Keith Dixon 31st May 2021

    Empathetic, professional, friendly, efficient, understanding, thorough, informative, respectful, helpful. All of these and more describe the excellent service provided to me and my family at such a difficult and emotional time.

  • 5 Karen Lockley 28th May 2021

    Professional and caring service, always kept me informed.

  • 5 Debbie Scott 24th May 2021

    We cannot praise JG Fielders York enough.
    They were helpful, courteous, and most importantly, very respectful.
    We have special thanks to Simon who dealt with us. He is a credit to the company.
    We would most certainly recommend J G Fielders to others wanting a beautiful send off for their loved ones.

  • 5 John Anderton 24th May 2021

    Kieth did an excellent job very caring took all the worry off me at a very emotional time.Kept me informed all along the way everything on time .
    Thank you for everything 
    Regards John 

  • 5 Robin McDermott 17th May 2021

    Nothing was too much trouble and Lucy looked after us from initial contact until the very end - thank you!

  • 5 John Mowbray 15th May 2021

    The whole process was organised sensitively, professionally and without fuss, accommodating the wishes of all family members.
    Pricing is transparent.

  • 5 Jill Marshall 11th May 2021

    Cannot speak too highly of the excellent and professional service from all at Fielders and particular thanks to Keith Houlston for his care and and consideration and  all  his help with the arrangements  of my friend’s  funeral - it was very much appreciated.  Thank you. 

Address
48-50 Clarence Street
York
North Yorkshire
YO31 7EW

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

Diane Ketley 13th Aug 2021

We highly recommend Fielders without any hesitation. Jon helped us through the process listening and responding to our wishes and offering options while demonstrating great flexibility and responsiveness. The funeral was organised and delivered exactly as we asked for on the day. Jon’s professional, calm, kind, respectful and informative manner helped make such a sad occasion easier.

Peter Cross 9th Aug 2021

They were very professional at the same time respectful and caring. Very easy to deal with and nothing was too much trouble for them. I would definitely recommend them. Many thanks.

Martel Maxwell 8th Aug 2021

I cannot do justice here as to how good JG Fielder & Son was. I was lucky enough to speak to Jon on my first call to a director - in a state of slight panic at the thought of organising a funeral by myself. Jon said it can be advisable to call other directors for quotes. I knew I didn’t want to go elsewhere - my gut feel was that he would do a great job. So many third parties are involved when it comes to payment and organisation - florists, printers for orders of service, a humanist, burial ground or cremation time - but Jon took care of every single thing, only asking me for the decisions that needed to be made along the way. The fees were completely transparent and fair. Then, on the day of my father’s funeral, Jon was everything you’d want - upstanding, smart, dignified, respectful -  also with an amazing manner, putting me at ease. My family agreed he was superb, as was the humanist he chose for us. I believe this is a family business - which for me is a great thing. Thank you so much for making a very sad, emotional time well, still very sad - but as dignified and perfect as the day possibly could have been.

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