A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Arnold, Calverton, Woodthorpe and other communities around the Nottingham 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
St. Albans House in Arnold was opened in 1996 by Alison Maddaford in her capacity as President of the National Association of Funeral Directors. The funeral home underwent an extension in late 2012 and was fully refurbished in 2023 to provide modern, comfortable facilities for families.
Led by Funeral Director Russell Kemp, who possesses extensive knowledge of Arnold’s community churches and customs, the funeral home is supported by Funeral Arranger Karen Wilkinson, who is currently covering Jess' Maternity Leave, and Receptionists/Administrator Beryl Spencer. Together, they offer compassionate and professional funeral services tailored to each family's needs.
St. Albans House provides a range of facilities to ensure dignified and respectful arrangements:
- Customer parking for convenience
- A welcoming reception area with two private reception rooms
- Three visitation rooms, including a suite with an adjoining private space for families
- Cold room facilities for preservation
- A small memorial showroom showcasing tribute options
A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service proudly serves Arnold and nearby communities, including: Calverton, Daybrook, Epperstone, Killisick, Lambley, Lowdham, Oxton, Redhill, and Woodthorpe.
The funeral home is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 17:00, and Saturday, 9:00 – 12:30. The team is available 24/7 by telephone, with appointments available at any time for added flexibility.
A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service has been owned and managed by the Lymn Rose family since 1907, upholding a long-standing tradition of providing exceptional care and support to bereaved families across Nottinghamshire, South Derbyshire and since 2024 Leicestershire.
For compassionate and professional funeral services in Arnold, contact the team today.
Many families highlight the guidance they received during planning, often mentioning specific staff members by name for their patience, compassion and willingness to explain each step without rushing or pressuring decisions. Several describe feeling supported through a process that could otherwise feel overwhelming, with arrangements tailored to their wishes and preferences.
Families consistently note that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and according to plan, with staff described as professional, respectful and considerate throughout. A number of reviews emphasise how the team's calm presence and attention to detail allowed them to focus on saying goodbye rather than worrying about logistics.
Communication and responsiveness recur across reviews, with many families appreciating being kept informed at each stage and finding that nothing was too much trouble, whether answering questions, making last-minute changes, or sourcing specific music or readings that mattered to them.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Margaret Beniston10th Oct 2026
We'd like to thank the staff of A W Lymn for their outstanding care and kindness when handling the funeral arrangements for Stuart, a dearly loved husband and father. Karen Wilkinson at the Arnold office was brilliant and took time to guide us through the process of making choices for the funeral. She was sensitive and kind, paid attention to detail, and we didn't feel pressured or rushed. We had a viewing and could see how well Stuart had been cared for.
On the day the flowers were absolutely beautiful. Russ and the rest of the team were professional, respectful and considerate, everything ran very smoothly. Mark conducted the service just as we wanted and we felt very well looked after, so a big thank you to you all.
Margaret, Matthew, and Richard
4John Newton20th Sep 2026
Very professional
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
We are pleased that all went well and the service was very professional.
It was an honour to be able to serve you during this difficult time. - Russ & The Arnold Team
5Imogen Briers19th Sep 2026
Everything ran very smoothly and all was handled very respectfully.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you for sending your review. I’m glad that you felt everything was done respectfully and ran smoothly for you during this difficult time.
It was an honour to be able to serve you throughout the arrangements and on the day of the funeral. Russ & The Arnold Team
5Steve Fordham19th Sep 2026
Very helpful and professional
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you for your kind words they are very much appreciated. Our aim is to not just arrange a funeral but also to help and support you and your loved ones through a difficult time. Deanna & The Arnold Team
5Kathryn Walker14th Sep 2026
From start to finish the team provided care and support.
We would just like to thank Karen and the staff they were professional and guided us through every step .
Many thanks again the day
was just right.
4Carol Henderson14th Aug 2026
Thank you for looking after us. Everything went well on the day. We arrived in time for each part.
There were one or two hiccups but they sorted in a timely manner.
4Karen Cavers12th Aug 2026
Dads funeral was a really lovely experience. Handled in a very sympathetic manner. Deanna and Beryl gave us their full attention. Nothing was to much trouble. They made us feel very at ease and comfortable. Thank you.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and we are glad we made you feel at ease and comfortable. Deanna & Beryl.
5Adrian Hind3rd Aug 2026
Very professional and caring team who helped and guided us through a sad time
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Dear Adrian, thank you for taking the time to leave a great review of our services at the Arnold Office. I am so very sorry that it has been necessary to have had to instruct our services following the very sad loss of your deeply loved mother. It has been a privilege to guide you and all your family through this very fraught and distressing time. We wish you all the very best in moving forwards. Kindest regards, Jess, Paul and Team Arnold.
5Kate Harley1st Aug 2026
Lymn's were excellent...the whole team,from start to finish. I can't fault anything atall and wouldn't hesitate to recommend xxxx
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so pleased that you felt looked after throughout and all went well for you and the family at a difficult time. A W Lymn Arnold
5Kevin Whittle 31st Jul 2026
Excellent service with professional staff.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank You, Kevin, for leaving a review.
It was an honour to be able to serve you and pleased you felt we provided an excellent service. - Russ & The Arnold Team
5Stephen Sipple29th Jul 2026
Excellent service. Reassuring staff throughout the process,.
Dominic was really good on the day .
Would highly recommend to anyone!
Great company.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Dear Stephen,
Thank you for your kind review. We’re really pleased to know you felt reassured throughout the process, and it means a lot to hear that the service on the day was helpful for you.
Your recommendation is greatly appreciated by both of us and the whole team.
With best wishes, Dominic & Philip
5Alison Donaldson28th Jul 2026
Helpful and accommodating and overall excellent service
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Alison,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5* review. We are so pleased you found us helpful & accommodating. A W Lymn Arnold.
5David Hart28th Jul 2026
All the funeral team were considerate and calm
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you for your kind words it was a pleasure to support you all during this very sad time
- Deanna
5Kevin Phipps21st Jul 2026
Flawless service at a very difficult time removed a lot of stress from the process. My wife's funeral went exactly to plan and was as perfect as it could have been.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Dear Kevin,
We are pleased we could help you plan your wife's funeral and make it perfect. A W Lymn Arnold
5Sheryll Bala 20th Jul 2026
Everything on the day went very smoothly, couldn't ask for
more. The celebrant Anja was wonderful.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Sheryll,
Thank you for leaving us a 5* review, We will pass your feedback to Anja. A W Lymn Arnold
5Sandra Bodill20th Jul 2026
From our first visit to A.W. Lymn Arnold we were greeted by Russ Kemp with compassion, respect & efficiency. What could have been an arduous task became straight forward, but gave us the space to make our own decisions in our own time with no 'hard sell' Found funeral 'services guide' particularly helpful as it covered every aspect of what was required. The actual funeral was beautifully arranged, carried out exactly as we had requested - leaving us with lovely memories of the 'Celebration of the Life' of a much loved Husband, Father, Grandad & friend to many. With Many Thanks,
Sandra, Rachel & Clare.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
We are so pleased that everything went well for you and the family, from first meeting together and to the day of the funeral.
It was so great to see so many people there at the service especially on such a hot day as it was.
Thank you for your kind words, It was an honour to be able to have served you in this way. - Russ & The Arnold Team
5Andrew Keating13th Jul 2026
Very professional and kind. Cannot fault anything about the service from the first point of contact onwards.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Andrew, Thank you so much for the 5* review. - A W Lymn Arnold
5Yvonne Swain27th Jun 2026
At this very sad time A.W. Lymn were amazing very caring and professional.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Yvonne, Thank you for taking your time to leave us a review, it’s appreciated by all. we are pleased to hear that you felt we are amazing, caring and professional during this sad time. Once again, Thank you. Team Arnold.
5Sharon Scragg16th Jun 2026
Excellent service for my late uncle. Everyone very professional, attentive and respectful.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you for leaving a lovely review.
We are pleased that you felt we gave a respectful and professional service.
It was an honour to be able to serve you at a difficult time. A W Lymn Arnold
5David Marriott14th Jun 2026
Excellent in every respect. Russ and his team went over and above to make sure everything was perfect. Thank you!
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
We are so pleased that everything went well for you and the family for the funeral. It was a privilege to be able to serve you during a difficult time. - Russ & The Arnold Team
5Wayne Spicer7th Jun 2026
Did what I asked and done a great job
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Wayne, thank you for leaving a positive review its lovely to hear you felt we did a good job and did everything you asked, it was a privilege to support you through the arrangements. once again, thank you! Team Arnold
5Brian Talbot26th May 2026
An extremely caring and professional company. Their attention to fine detail and events on the day are exceptional.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Thank you for your kind words, Brian, Bryony and Elle it was an honour to help you all in such a difficult time. What a lovely poem very fitting for your loving mum. - Deanna & The Team At Arnold
5Maria Carratt24th May 2026
Excellent support for our family throughout.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
We are really pleased that you felt supported by us here at A.W Lymn and glad that the funeral went well for you and the family. - Russ & The Arnold Team
5Heather Smith22nd May 2026
Was a perfect Funeral for my Husband. Lymn’s took care of everything.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Heather, thank you for taking your time to leave a lovely review, its appreciated by all at Lymn’s. We are pleased your husbands funeral was perfect you felt we took care of everything. Once again, thank you! Team Arnold Lymn’s
5Anne Ward16th May 2026
I wish to convey my heartfelt appreciation to all the staff at A.W Lymn’s Arnold for their thoughtful and respectful support during my mother's funeral. From the office staff to the pallbearers and drivers, we were expertly guided through this deeply challenging period by their professional assistance. This enabled us to say our final goodbye exactly as we had envisioned; we could not have been in better hands, as they ensured that a very difficult day unfolded seamlessly. The entire experience was remarkably professional, from the initial contact to the day of the service, and the consultation with the celebrant was exceptional. As a family, we felt recognized and valued the effort made to comprehend how much our mother meant to so many individuals. I cannot express my gratitude enough.
A.W. Lymn, Arnold Team replied
Hi Anne, your words of appreciation certainly has been received and hugely appreciated by the staff here at Arnold. It was a privilege to support you through the arrangements for your mother’s funeral, and we are pleased to hear that you were guided through every step of the way in a professional manor.
Thank you for taking your time to let us know how you and your family truly felt towards our team and leaving us a five-star, heart-warming review!
Team Arnold
Address
St. Albans House High Street, Arnold Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG5 7DZ
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
Margaret Beniston10th Oct 2026
We'd like to thank the staff of A W Lymn for their outstanding care and kindness when handling the funeral arrangements for Stuart, a dearly loved husband and father. Karen Wilkinson at the Arnold office was brilliant and took time to guide us through the process of making choices for the funeral. She was sensitive and kind, paid attention to detail, and we didn't feel pressured or rushed. We had a viewing and could see how well Stuart had been cared for.
On the day the flowers were absolutely beautiful. Russ and the rest of the team were professional, respectful and considerate, everything ran very smoothly. Mark conducted the service just as we wanted and we felt very well looked after, so a big thank you to you all.
Margaret, Matthew, and Richard
John Newton20th Sep 2026
Very professional
Imogen Briers19th Sep 2026
Everything ran very smoothly and all was handled very respectfully.
NAFD Member