A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Langwith, Shirebrook, Warsop and 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
Started by Andy Askew in the early 1990’s, this funeral home was incorporated into the A W Lymn group in September 2004.
Andy has remained as a funeral director at A W Lymn and has conducted many of the funerals in Shirebrook, becoming very well known in the community. Nowadays, Andy is based in our Mansfield Woodhouse branch, so Jackie Potter currently arranges most funerals at Shirebrook.
Jackie can assist you Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and also in after-office hours by appointment.
The branch features private parking, visiting rooms, a reception area, family rooms and cold room facilities.
The office covers all of Shirebrook and its surrounding areas including Berry Hill, Blidworth, Church Warsop, Clipstone, Forest Town, Harlow Wood, Ladybrook, Mansfield, Pleasley, Rainworth, Ravenshead, Warsop, Warsop Vale and beyond.
Matthew, Jackie and Nigel Lymn Rose currently manage A W Lymn The Family Funeral Service.
Families repeatedly mention the care and compassion shown throughout the entire process, from initial contact through to the funeral day itself. Many describe how staff made an exceptionally difficult time feel manageable and supported, with nothing being too much trouble when arranging details or addressing concerns.
Several families emphasise the professionalism and organisation on the day of the funeral, noting that services ran smoothly and that drivers and funeral directors conducted themselves with dignity and respect. A number of reviews highlight being kept informed at each stage and feeling that their loved one's wishes were understood and carried out exactly as desired.
Many families single out the helpfulness of staff during the planning phase, particularly noting how guidance through unfamiliar processes reduced stress and anxiety. Families also frequently mention the personal touches and attention to detail that made their loved one's send-off feel special and meaningful to them.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Jonathan Storey11th Feb 2022
First class service
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you, Jon, for taking the time to leave a 5* review. It is very kind of you to say that we are giving a first class service. Jackie.
4Paul Imri31st Jan 2022
Very professional people in a time of sadness to help you get through things.
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
We are glad that the support given by Jackie and her team made this sad time a little easier for you and she joins me in thanking you for taking the time to leave this positive review.
5Samantha Spizer22nd Jan 2022
Gave my dad a lovely send off. Thank you
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this 5* review. Jackie.
5Carly Brooks11th Dec 2021
Amazing service, everybody has been so kind and considerate. She had the most amazing send off I could have ever imagined.
Thankyou
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you Carly for leaving this lovely review. I’m glad you found everyone kind and considerate.The silver carriage was amazing and the glitter coffin, Sandra would be so proud of you Carly for the lovely send off you gave her. Jackie
5Carol Avison20th Nov 2021
A very professional and caring group of people who looked after everything with the utmost dignity. Thank you everyone
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you Carol for taking time to leave this lovely review and thank you for the biscuits, I’m sure the staff will enjoy them very much! Jackie.
5Wendy Johnson17th Nov 2021
Rip Tammy all way love you
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you for leaving this 5* review, I am glad that we were able to create a service that was exactly to Tammy's wishes.
5Janice Walters Bates30th Oct 2021
Thank you for a wonderful funeral. We couldn't of wished for better, many thanks all the Nussey family.
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you so much Janice for taking the time to leave this lovely review. Jackie.
5Danielle Carr2nd Oct 2021
Thank you Jackie for your help and support through this sad time. You were passionate and professionally throughout our meeting and really explained everything to us. We left feeling relieved and content with the service that is being held on 15/10/21
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you Danielle for leaving this lovely review.
I’m glad I was able to help and support you through this sad time, and that everything was as you wished,
I’m sure your Dad would have been so proud of his send off. Jackie.
5Peter Warren1st Oct 2021
They were superb from first contact to the whole arrangements, they arranged everything to suit what Lynn wanted and had asked for. Jackie and Andy at the Shirebrook branch made it special with little details that mattered to the family cannot thank them enough for what they did and their help and guidance.
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you Peter for this lovely review. Lynn was an amazing lady who touched so many hearts and I was honoured to be able to support you in creating a fitting tribute to her. Thank you, Jackie.
5Carolyn Best27th Sep 2021
Having used another service last year for another family member A W Lymn was a far better value for money and we hasd far more extras on this occasion. Felt very supported throughout what was a difficult time. Would definitely recommend
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you Carolyn for this lovely review, I am glad you found us supportive throughout and felt that we gave good value for money. thank you also for your recommendation. Jackie.
5Andrea Lucken7th Sep 2021
Received a first class service at a very low time in my life.
Jackie Potter was superb and made everything that I wanted happen.
Cant thank you enough
Andrea
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you, Andrea, for taking the time to leave this lovely review. I’m glad I could make everything happen just as you wanted and I hope you are feeling better as each day passes by. I know you miss your dad so much and hope you find comfort in the jewellery you are having made, with part your dad’s ashes inside. Take care, Jackie.
5zoe ellis21st Aug 2021
So caring and comforting while we were arranging our sons funeral. On the day of his funeral they couldn't do enough for us. Thank you for all your hard work and honoring our sons memory.
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Zoe, it was a pleasure to look after you during this sad time and to honour your Son’s memory. Thank you so much for leaving this lovely review. Jackie.
5Jayne Wilson6th Jul 2021
We were delighted with the service provided to us from A W Lymn, from the first contact they were very helpful and supportive. The funeral went exactly as planned and any services provided were very professional.
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you for leaving this lovely review.
I am glad you found us supportive and helpful, and the service provided was exactly as planned. Jackie.
5Kenneth Blunt26th Apr 2021
We cannot thank A.W. Lymn Shirebrook enough for their care and help at this difficult time. Jackie Potter was wonderful, guiding us carefully and sympathetically through every stage.
The funeral cortege was prompt, the drivers courteous and no detail was overlooked.
Thank you so very much.
Ken and Lesley Blunt
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
We are grateful to you for taking the time to leave this lovely review, and I am glad I could help with guidance through every stage of the arrangements for Evelyn, and that you found our drivers courteous in every way. Thank you, Jackie.
5Diana Jane Roe9th Apr 2021
Very helpful
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive reivew.
5Nicholas Roberts-Pendragon7th Apr 2021
They were just fantastic from the first point of contact right through to the last minuet (over 8 weeks) when they handed Drayko back to me. They talked me through all the options and made sure I was happy with everything and on the day were so attentive.
A.W. Lymn, Shirebrook Team replied
Thank you so much Nicholas for taking time to leave this lovely review. I’m so glad I was able to help with all the options available and glad you were happy with everything on the day. Jackie.
5Sharon Dewberry16th Feb 2021
They have been very supportive and helpful can ring anytime to ask about things thank you
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are grateful to you for this kind review and are glad that Jackie's support and availability made this sad time a little easier for you. Thank you.
5Sharon Davies25th Jan 2021
I was very happy with the service I received from all the staff.My Dad had a good send off.Thank you all.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you Sharon for taking the time to leave this review.
Despite the weather I’m so glad that we manage to give your Dad a good send off. Jackie.
5Adam Price12th Jan 2021
Perfect x
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this perfect review.
5Donna Toone15th Dec 2020
My families experience with A W Lymn could not have been better. They offered a very professional yet sensitive service at such a sad and difficult time.
Jackie could not have done more, she was very friendly, courteous and helpful in every way. Every detail was as we wished for and we were kept informed and advised throughout.
We would recommend their service with the greatest of confidence.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Donna, I really appreciate you taking the time to leave this lovely review and am glad that I was able to support you through this difficult time. Thank you also for your recommendation. Jackie.
5Kerry Kirk1st Dec 2020
Jackie gave excellent service from the moment I walked in.. Very high standards and very sympathetic...
Andy who was the main pall bearer, was so understanding and conducted my brothers final resting place to the highest standards.
These two people are such a massive credit to the shirebrook company
Thank you on behalf of my family for your excellent service
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are truly grateful to you for this lovely review. It was our pleasure to look after you during this sad time and we are glad that we were able to support you in creating a fitting tribute to Wayne. Thank you, Jackie & Andy.
5Angela McKiernon21st Nov 2020
I cannot recommend A.W. Lymns highly enough! At every stage, they were very professional, respectful, compassionate and understanding.
With their professional support and guidance, I was able to honour my husbands final wishes, in the way that he wanted.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
I am so pleased I could give you the support and guidance you needed to honour Alun’s final wishes and thank you Angela for taking time to leave this lovely review. Jackie
5Sharon Rowbottom9th Nov 2020
The funeral directors and services where excellent at lymms highly recommend
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Sharon, I would like to thank you for leaving this lovely review. You and your sister were a pleasure to talk to and so easy to get along with. Please take care and stay safe. Jackie
5Ashley Baildon3rd Nov 2020
We can’t speak highly enough of Jackie and her team , they made a difficult day so much easier and as stress free as it possibly could be , from start to finish Jackie went that extra mile to meet all our wishes , thank you to all your team.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you Ashley for taking the time to leave this lovely review.
I am so glad I was able to make everything easier and stress free for you and Terry-Ann, Please take care and stay safe. Jackie.
5Charlotte Baker3rd Nov 2020
Amazing service!!!
As a family we were very impressed and grateful for the service.
Thank you
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Charlotte, thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review, it really is appreciated. Jackie.
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