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

Michael Charles Sinclair   Fossett

Michael Charles Sinclair Fossett

Jan 1930 - Jul 2026

Diana   Jones

Diana Jones

Apr 1953 - Jul 2026

Edith   Marjorie Lowe

Edith Marjorie Lowe

Sep 1931 - Jul 2026

Adrian   Paul Spence

Adrian Paul Spence

Jan 1964 - Jun 2026

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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 Martin Fearn 15th Aug 2025

    Absolutely excellent service and attention throughout by John Tattersall and all the other members of staff
    I would highly recommend your service

  • 5 Irene Martin 13th Aug 2025

    From the very beginning, Jon Kirkman at Fielders showed such kindness and understanding, guiding us step by step through everything at an incredibly difficult and sad time. His patience, care, and attention to detail, made the whole process so much easier for us as a family. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and we will always be grateful for the compassionate, professional service we received from start to finish.

  • 5 David Andrews 11th Aug 2025

    Absolutely wonderful service from start to finish, no faults what so ever.

  • 5 Hazel Williams-Walter 11th Aug 2025

    I cannot speak highly enough of Fielder's. Jon Kirkman was completely professional and his kind, caring and genuine manner made a difficult time so much easier. We will be forever grateful. 

  • 5 Julie Rossington 8th Aug 2025

    J G Fielders were highly professional and respectful throughout the whole process. We were very happy with them and would recommend.

  • 5 Sally Kelly 6th Aug 2025

    I would like to thank Lucy & the team , for their help & kindness . Special mention to Helen on reception , so lovely . 
    The service for my dad went so well … Thank you . 

  • 5 Geraldine Suhaya 3rd Aug 2025

    It was the hardest time of my life handled by the best team possible. They were with us every step of the way. Professional, helpful and kind. Flexible, clear with information and patience. I am very grateful to Simon and the team. Nothing was too much or a trouble for them. Thankfully I have nothing to compare them to but can, hand on heart, recommend them to everyone.

  • 5 Janice Scaife 29th Jul 2025

    They were amazing and they certainly gave my daughter Becky an excellent send off
    I was totally honoured when John said it was 1 of the best services he had ever seen xx

  • 5 Clive Cawley 26th Jul 2025

    Exceptional service from John and the team really helpful and they made the day run smoothly and stress free


    Thank you 

  • 5 Rebecca Allen 25th Jul 2025

    Well looked after and taken care of during a very difficult time. Happy to discuss differing options and facilitate these.

  • 5 Natalie Silvester 22nd Jul 2025

    Excellent service, thought of everything which made the process easier.

  • 5 Chris Fryer 22nd Jul 2025

    Professional, efficient and kind. An excellent service with a human touch. Thank you

  • 5 Claire Sinclair 21st Jul 2025

    Thank you for providing a very professional, individual and sensitive service for my mum. We felt safe in your hands and everything was just how we envisaged, nothing was too much trouble and communication throughout was excellent.

  • 5 Marilyn Forsyth 20th Jul 2025

    Can't fault them. Very patient and considerate and treated with complete empathy. Everything went well with no hiccups or problems. Would thoroughly recommend.

  • 5 Maggie Stronach 11th Jul 2025

    From the beginning john at fielders managed to get the balance right between warmth and care when talking to myself and my family. They kept in touch and were so professional. Would definitely reccomend there services.

  • 5 Stephen Nendick 7th Jul 2025

     Nothing was too much trouble for them, providing all the help we need at this difficult time 

  • 5 Andrew Rimmer 6th Jul 2025

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  • 5 Heather Conolly 4th Jul 2025

    Excellent efficient service, we could not have asked for a better company to carry out all our wishes with such kindness and compassion.

  • 5 Alison Truckle 30th Jun 2025

    We chose J G Fielder based on their outstanding reviews and they lived up to them 110%. Everyone we talked to from the initial call to the wrap up of the funeral was knowledgeable, empathetic and sensitive to the family’s needs. Great communication both on the phone and over email. Incredibly helpful too when we brought in a Lay Minister from outside the area who was unfamiliar with practices at the Crematorium. Thank you all, John Tattersall in particular.

  • 5 Barry Wilson 30th Jun 2025

    We would like to thank Lucy for her exceptional care and attention, for the organisation of our son Robins funeral. It made a sad day bearable, and the celebrant Lynsey Shields gave an excellent summary of Robins life.We have no hesitation in recommending Fielders.

  • 4 Catherine Mills 24th Jun 2025

    Thanyou for caring for myself and Chris Mills whilst he was your care for 13 days.You were very friendly,professional, brought great comfort to me.I will always remember you all for your kindness ❤️.

  • 5 Debbie Hawkins 20th Jun 2025

    From start to finish absolutely fantastic, friendly and compassionate service. John made the whole process so much easier, I knew I could contact them with any queries I had and be met met with 'friends'. Highly recommend. Thank you so very much.

  • 5 Jacqueline Hargreaves 17th Jun 2025

    I would like to thank J G Fielder & Son for their services, their efficiency and their discretion. A very special thank you, if I may, to John Tattersall without whom the day would not have been the same. 
    Jacqueline Hargreaves 

  • 5 Joanna Clarke 15th Jun 2025

    At such a very difficult time, Fielders literally came to my rescue. John Tattersall and his team were remarkable, from the first phone call to even following up the day after the funeral.  Their respect, calm, professionalism, kindness and compassion were exemplary, with every detail attended to in such a considered and thoughtful way -  it made an extraordinarily difficult time just a little bit easier.  I felt totally safe in their hands and can't recommend them highly enough to support you through such a devastating process.

  • 5 Lorna Bulmer 4th Jun 2025

    Thank you so much for taking care of us and gently guiding us through this process. Lucy and team, you were amazing. I can't recommend you highly enough.

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

Martin Fearn 15th Aug 2025

Absolutely excellent service and attention throughout by John Tattersall and all the other members of staff I would highly recommend your service

Irene Martin 13th Aug 2025

From the very beginning, Jon Kirkman at Fielders showed such kindness and understanding, guiding us step by step through everything at an incredibly difficult and sad time. His patience, care, and attention to detail, made the whole process so much easier for us as a family. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and we will always be grateful for the compassionate, professional service we received from start to finish.

David Andrews 11th Aug 2025

Absolutely wonderful service from start to finish, no faults what so ever.

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