A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Blidworth, Mansfield Woodhouse, Warsop and all other communities around the Mansfield area.
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
About Us
The office, known as The Old Farm, is located in one of the oldest buildings in Mansfield Woodhouse, a former farmhouse that has recently been completely refurbished. It is set in lovely rural surroundings and has a beautiful service chapel, family rooms, visiting rooms, cold room facilities, washing facilities for specific funeral rites, plenty of parking and a full fleet of hearse and limousines.
Cyril Welsh Funeral Directors, who previously had offices at the premises, was incorporated by the A W Lymn group. The branch has most of the north Nottingham fleet on site, including a Rolls-Royce Phantom VII hearse and matching limousines.
Jonathan Baker is the area manager, and the office is staffed by funeral directors Andy Askew and Stacey Bentley, who will be more than pleased to assist you during office hours, which are Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 12.30 pm.
If you need assistance outside of these hours, please call the telephone number at any time and the office can be opened for you at your convenience.
The branch serves all of Mansfield Woodhouse and its surrounding area including Berry Hill, Blidworth, Church Warsop, Clipstone, Forest Town, Harlow Wood, Ladybrook, Mansfield, Pleasley, Rainworth, Ravenshead, Shirebrook, Warsop, Warsop Vale and beyond.
Nigel, Jackie and Matthew Lymn Rose manage A W Lymn The Family Funeral Service.
Many families emphasize how the team guided them through arrangements with clear communication and regular updates, making what could be an overwhelming process feel manageable and less stressful. Several describe being kept informed at every step and feeling confident they could contact the funeral director with questions or changes at any time.
Families frequently mention the care shown to their loved one, from the moment of collection through to the funeral day itself, and note that staff treated the deceased with dignity and respect throughout. Many also comment on the professionalism of the funeral service itself, describing smooth, well-organized days where details were handled with attention and nothing seemed rushed or overlooked.
A number of reviews note how the staff balanced professionalism with genuine warmth and compassion, describing them as kind and considerate rather than formal or distant. Families often highlight particular individuals by name and describe feeling genuinely supported during difficult conversations about choices and arrangements.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Anne Roslyn Lattimer12th Dec 2017
Very professional throughout. Thank you.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Both Jonathan and I would like to thank you for your kind comments, and he has asked me to pass on that it was his pleasure to have met Mrs Watson last July. He is only sorry that he was called upon to serve your family so soon.
5sue cocking9th Dec 2017
Can’t praise them enough. Everyone so kind and helpful and reassuring. Jonathan is so professional and caring he makes you feel so safe. Jonathan looked after us like we were his own family. This is the 4th time we have used A.W.Lymn for mine and my husbands parents and we would not even think of using anyone else, the service gets better and better. Thank you Jonathan and the team for making a very hard day’s easier x
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind and detailed review, it really is appreciated when a family takes the time to pass on their thanks in this way. Jonathan and Elaine have also asked that I pass on that it was their privileged to have served you again and it is always very gratifying when they receive such heartfelt thanks from a family that they have helped and built up a relationship with over the years.
5Philip Anthony Goodall28th Nov 2017
We would like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to the team at AW Lymn at Mansfield Woodhouse, with regard to the funeral organisation for my mother. The process from start to finish was carried out with professionalism,sensitivity and efficiency which is so helpful when the bereaved are working whilst at their most vulnerable.
In particular we would like to mention the small things that give added value to the process. Availability for advice at all times, phone calls from Lymns to check that all is in order the day before the funeral and,of course, the adherence to the small points of respect shown to the deceased throughout the funeral.
All members of the team are valuable to the finished product, and our thanks must be extended to all, but we would like to mention the service provided by Elaine throughout the organisation and the sensitive, respectful and efficient service given by Jonathan and his team on the day. Thank you again.
Philip and Janet Goodall
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive and detailed review, we are glad that you felt so well looked after throughout. Elaine and Jonathan are also pleased that the arrangements went as requested and are grateful to you for your kind words. It is their privilege to serve such a nice family, and although they were doing what they were there to do, it is very heartening for them to hear that the funeral was a fitting tribute to Mrs Goodall. Thank you.
5Kevin Brian Crump20th Nov 2017
Excellent service, very professional covering all basis at a difficult time.
Well done and thank you.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive review, we are pleased that you received excellent thorough service from all the team at Woodhouse.
5Steven John Hind7th Nov 2017
A very good and professional service,left nothing to chance, would recommend to anyone, did us proud, thanks.....
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that Jonathan offered a professional and thorough service and would thank you for your recommendation.
5Lisa Jane Rowden3rd Nov 2017
Everything went smoothly. Jonathan was really helpful and understanding. The range of services offered was good and it helped to keep everything under one roof at a difficult time.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind comments particularly in regard to us offering a complete service with all the options under one roof. We are glad that Jonathan's help and understanding made this difficult time a little easier. Thank you.
5Melvyn Jennings31st Oct 2017
Excellent service and attention from the beginning. Nothing was too much trouble. Have used Lymn’s for over 20 years for other Family funerals and they get more professional as the years go by. There Limousines are the best in the County, probably the Country. Perfection at its best. Thank you.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this wonderful review. We are pleased that you have received such a consistently high standard of service from our family company over the past 20 years and are glad that Elaine, Jonathan and the rest of the team looked after you so well on this occasion.
5Jill Smith3rd Oct 2017
Big thankyou to Jonathon Nita Andy and Elaine for looking after us and making a difficult time more bearable, the flowers from city flowers were lovely , through the sadness we managed to have a little laugh with you which my dad would have seen the humour in as well . Once again thankyou from all of Arthur’s family X
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind review. We are pleased that everyone at Woodhouse looked after you so well, helping through this sad and difficult time an even find time for an occasional little laugh. Thank you.
5Maureen Patricia Bird3rd Oct 2017
Everything was perfect. Thank you so much.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that the team at Woodhouse looked after you so well and helped you create a perfect service. Thank you.
5David Huckerby19th Sep 2017
A very sad experience, but made bearable by the kind and understanding people at AW Lymn Mansfield Woodhouse. I send them my thanks!
Dave Huckerby.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that the kindness and understanding shown by Elaine and Jonathan during this sad time made things a little more bearable for you and would thank you for this kind review.
5Keith Hardy19th Sep 2017
First Class compassionate service. Special thankyou to Elaine and Johnathan for help and advice.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this first class review and your special mention of the help and advice given by Jonathan and Elaine.
5Peter Watson2nd Sep 2017
Excellent service from start to finish,nothing was too much trouble.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Elaine, Jonathan and I would like to thank you for your positive review and kind comments.
5Charlene Marie Norman21st Aug 2017
U was brilliant
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for positive review and kind words.
5Mrs Pauline Jean Sweet20th Aug 2017
Made the whole thing a lot easier.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive review, we are pleased that the support offered by the team at Woodhouse made this sad time a lot easier for you.
5Jennifer Bower19th Aug 2017
Could not have asked for anymore from Lymns. They have looked after us from beginning to end. Nothing to much trouble for them. Very caring and understanding people that work there. On behalf of my family and myself i would just like to say thank you to them all for helping us through this sad time.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that the care and understanding shown by Jonathan and Andy helped support you and your family through this sad time and would thank you for your kind review.
5Tammy Louise Mason18th Aug 2017
Made me feel at ease could speak with them through my hard time of loosing my dad
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that the team at Woodhouse offer you such great support throughout this difficult time and would thank you for your positive review.
5Cheryl Joyce Mosley15th Aug 2017
Attention to detail, timing, consideration given to the family all excellent. Helpful when asked a question and prompt replies.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that all your questions received prompt and detailed responses and are glad that everything ran smoothly for you on the day. Thank you.
5Patricia Todd6th Aug 2017
Very compassionate, and caring with attention to detail. Always available for advice and ensured understanding of procedures.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that everything was explained well to you during the arrangements and are glad that you found the team at Woodhouse to be compassionate and caring. Thank you.
5Linda Woodhouse30th Jul 2017
Everything went to plan, staff were very good at answering any questions we had and we were all pleased with the service from you, only thing you couldn't do for us was to stop it raining.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are glad that everything went to plan and that the staff supported you and answered all your questions. Unfortunately we were not able to stop the rain, but if we could have we would have. Thank you.
5Kathryn Alison Mabbott Bennett26th Jul 2017
Extremely professional service and staff. Elaine made arranging the service so easy, guiding me through the options with no pressure and making me feel at ease at a very difficult time. Their attention to detail meant that the funeral ran smoothly. All the staff we met were professional, yet warm and friendly. The compassion and support given by each member of the team was reassuring as was their respect for both the living and deceased. Do not hesitate to order the flowers from City Flowers, part of their group, ours exceeded expectations and I am an ex florist so very fussy. They were truly beautiful and very reasonably priced. I have recommended A W Lymn to several people since my Mum's funeral and will continue to do so.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you very much for your kind words and recommendation, particularly your high appraisal of the tribute provided by City Flowers with this being your area of expertise. We are glad that the team at Woodhouse looked after you so well during this sad time and that Elaine was able to make the arrangements easy for you by guiding you through the process without any pressure. Thank you.
5Doreen June Philpott18th Jul 2017
Vey kind and caring funeral directors. The whole process has been so smooth and comforting. Very polite staff who genuinely do care. Can highly recommend them. Have used their services twice now and are highly satisfied, thank you!
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are sorry that it has been necessary for you to require our service on two occasions but would thank you for your kind comments about the genuinely caring service you received from the team at Woodhouse and also for your recommendation.
5Daniel Jamie Parkin16th Jul 2017
From the beginning, To the end, you're patient and kind, with total understanding this is a very difficult time, Rachel had most dignified and heart warming funeral, highly recommend you take call and use this company professional services
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind words. We are pleased that the kindness, patience and support offered by the team at Woodhouse allowed you to create a dignified and heart warming service for Rachel and would thank you for your recommendation.
5Clare Hall18th Jun 2017
Highly professional service can't thank you enough
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Elaine joins me in thanking you for this positive review and is glad that they were able to help you at this difficult time.
5Dean Patrick Machin29th May 2017
Excellent service throughout the process, I would highly recommend this family firm. Thankyou
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Both Elaine and I would like to thank you for your positive comments and recommendation, we are glad that the service you received from all of her team was excellent throughout.
5Christine Burnett23rd May 2017
Everything was beautiful my mother would of been very happy
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased to hear that the team at Mansfield Woodhouse provided a beautiful service for your Mother and would thank you for this positive review.
Address
The Old Farm, Welbeck Road Mansfield Woodhouse Nottinghamshire NG19 9JZ
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
Anne Roslyn Lattimer12th Dec 2017
Very professional throughout. Thank you.
sue cocking9th Dec 2017
Can’t praise them enough. Everyone so kind and helpful and reassuring. Jonathan is so professional and caring he makes you feel so safe. Jonathan looked after us like we were his own family. This is the 4th time we have used A.W.Lymn for mine and my husbands parents and we would not even think of using anyone else, the service gets better and better. Thank you Jonathan and the team for making a very hard day’s easier x
Philip Anthony Goodall28th Nov 2017
We would like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to the team at AW Lymn at Mansfield Woodhouse, with regard to the funeral organisation for my mother. The process from start to finish was carried out with professionalism,sensitivity and efficiency which is so helpful when the bereaved are working whilst at their most vulnerable.
In particular we would like to mention the small things that give added value to the process. Availability for advice at all times, phone calls from Lymns to check that all is in order the day before the funeral and,of course, the adherence to the small points of respect shown to the deceased throughout the funeral.
All members of the team are valuable to the finished product, and our thanks must be extended to all, but we would like to mention the service provided by Elaine throughout the organisation and the sensitive, respectful and efficient service given by Jonathan and his team on the day. Thank you again.
Philip and Janet Goodall
NAFD Member