A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Arnold, Calverton, Woodthorpe and other communities around the Nottingham area.
Latest Verified Reviews
Linda Benson26th Sep 2017
I cannot fault the service which I received.
It's difficult to know where to start in recording my appreciation...
I greatly valued the opportunity to visit the peaceful Chapel of Rest...
The funeral itself ran perfectly, and seemingly effortlessly. The organisation was excellent throughout. The accoutrements - e.g. coffin, flowers, Order of Services - were perfect and beautiful. The advice about such matters as the choice of Celebrant and the location of the Wake was invaluable, and exactly right.
But equally as important as the efficiency and professionalism of all involved was, and is, the unfailing kindness, sensitivity and courtesy of staff, who made an intolerable situation bearable.
Thank you all so very much...
Paula Cottee25th Sep 2017
Ellie, Deanna and Nigel
were absolutely brilliant
from the arranging to the
day. It was a very delicate
situation due to family
indifferences however at
no point did we feel our
dads final wishes would
be compromised.
Thank you all so much
at this very sad time.
May we also thank Victoria
Corder who was also very
Supportive and have a great
account of our dad.
We can't thank you all enough
Xx
Martin Taylor13th Sep 2017
From start to finish everyone at A.W. Lymns, and the Celebrant Victoria Corder, were friendly, helpful, sympathetic and professional. Everything was organised with the minimum or fuss following all our wishes, and the service was a beautiful moving celebration of my wife's life. The Funeral was everything we hoped it would be, and I'm very grateful to all concerned.
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 Jessica Raynor 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.
I cannot fault the service which I received.
It's difficult to know where to start in recording my appreciation...
I greatly valued the opportunity to visit the peaceful Chapel of Rest...
The funeral itself ran perfectly, and seemingly effortlessly. The organisation was excellent throughout. The accoutrements - e.g. coffin, flowers, Order of Services - were perfect and beautiful. The advice about such matters as the choice of Celebrant and the location of the Wake was invaluable, and exactly right.
But equally as important as the efficiency and professionalism of all involved was, and is, the unfailing kindness, sensitivity and courtesy of staff, who made an intolerable situation bearable.
Thank you all so very much...
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind and very detailed review. We are pleased that all the staff you encountered were professional and efficient as well as being kind, sensitive and courteous. We are also glad that the coffin, flowers and order of services were of a high standard. Jackie and Ellie both wish me to pass on that it was their honour to have helped you and they are pleased that they were able to make this intolerable situation more bearable for you. Thank you.
5Paula Cottee25th Sep 2017
Ellie, Deanna and Nigel
were absolutely brilliant
from the arranging to the
day. It was a very delicate
situation due to family
indifferences however at
no point did we feel our
dads final wishes would
be compromised.
Thank you all so much
at this very sad time.
May we also thank Victoria
Corder who was also very
Supportive and have a great
account of our dad.
We can't thank you all enough
Xx
Nigel Lymn Rose replied
It was a privilege to be asked to be involved in Bobâs funeral. It is approaching 40 years since he worked for our family company and I can still think of a few stories and anecdotes which appear, from what was said in the service, to be typical of Bob. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to publicly thank me and of course Ellie, Deanna and the staff who actually did all the hard work to ensure that âDadâsâ funeral was as he would have wanted.
5Martin Taylor13th Sep 2017
From start to finish everyone at A.W. Lymns, and the Celebrant Victoria Corder, were friendly, helpful, sympathetic and professional. Everything was organised with the minimum or fuss following all our wishes, and the service was a beautiful moving celebration of my wife's life. The Funeral was everything we hoped it would be, and I'm very grateful to all concerned.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that Ellie, Russ and Victoria were able to help you create a beautiful and moving celebration of your Wife's life and would thank you for taking the time to leave this kind review.
5Karen Marshall13th Sep 2017
Kept in constant contact to ensure everything went as planned. All the staff were marvellous & very professional.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are glad that the team at Arnold kept you well informed throughout and that everything went as planed on the day. Thank you.
5Scott Gibbons30th Aug 2017
Extremely professional service.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your high appraisal and 5* rating.
5Surgey Teresa28th Aug 2017
Caring and compastionate well organised first class service
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your high appraisal, we are pleased you found the team at Arnold to be caring and compassionate and that you received first class service throughout.
5Judith Margaret Unell22nd Aug 2017
We were very impressed with the way in which AW
Lymn handled my father's funeral. The approach was personal and kind but completely professional too. We felt that they would completely support the choices we made about the funeral without any pressure to purchase 'extras'. There was complete transparency about costs. On the day, the funeral director was most sympathetic and kind, immediately agreeing to postpone the start of the ceremony until the arrival of my father's only surviving brother, who had been stuck in traffic. With the help of Ellie and her team at AW Lymn, we were able to give my father a simple, beautiful and heartfelt farewell.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind and detailed review. We are pleased that Ellie offered guidance and support during the arrangments, without any pressure, enabing you to creare and simple and heartfelt service for your father. We are also glad that Mark was able to postpone the start of the service so your Uncle was in attendance from the start.
5Judith Scholes21st Aug 2017
I was very pleased with all the arrangements for my husband's funeral and was grateful for the flexibility and understanding shown towards us as a family at a very distressing time. Many practical aspects have been managed by Lymn's and this has been invaluable.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased that Ellie offered flexibility and understanding during the arrangements and are glad that we were able to help manage some practical aspects for you. Thank you.
5Kelly Cross20th Aug 2017
Well versed professional service with fihnoty as the main focus
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind review, we are pleased that you received professional service throughout.
5Susan Marshall18th Aug 2017
Absolutely professionally dealt with can not fault the service and organisation of the funeral throughout.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that all the team at Arnold looked after you so well as this sad and difficult time and would thank you for this lovely review.
5Pamela Lamb15th Aug 2017
From the beginning of the arrangements to the funeral day we were treated with respect and courtesy by all the staff and cannot thank them enough for helping us give John the funeral he deserved.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that you found all the team at Arnold to be courteous and respectful and are glad that their support and advice enabled you to create the funeral John deserved. Thank you.
5Deborah Mellors14th Aug 2017
I cannot praise the staff at A W Lymns (Arnold) enough. They were supportive, caring, professional and bent over backwards to ensure our wishes were carried through. They made what was a very sad time bearable and the funeral was smooth and seamless. I would recommend their service to anyone who has a bereavement.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind review and your recommendation. We are pleased that the team at Arnold were supportive, caring and accommodating and helped to make this sad time a little more bearable for you and your family.
5Gaye Tate14th Aug 2017
Well handled, Ellie is excellent and made the experience as hassle free as possible. Mark on the day was absolutely wonderful, kind, sincere and a pleasure to be taken care of by him at such a sad time. Gaye
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind words, in particular in regards to the care and support offered by Ellie and Mark both before and at the time of the funeral. We are pleased that you felt so well looked after and are glad that they were able to make this sad time a little easier for you.
5Lorraine Lockley13th Aug 2017
Thank you .
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your high appraisal of the service offered by our team at Arnold.
5Walter Shardlow11th Aug 2017
Lymn,s have been our family funeral directors for years wouldn't go anywhere else they are not only professional but so caring to all our needs they helped us through our difficult time thankyou so much
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased that you have once again received professional caring service from our team at Arnold at this difficult time.
5Donna Batchelor7th Aug 2017
we lost our beloved mum very suddenly at the age of 65, so unexpected, we were in utter shock, Elllie & Beryl at Lymns in Arnold welcomed us in, took charge and within an hour we had a funeral arranged
They arranged the chapel of rest for us so we could visit Mum in peace , none of us had ever done this, Beryl helped my Aunt do my mums hair and make up, we will be forever grateful for that, Ellie and Beryl were a constant source of advice and support, they made was such a horrific time for us , that little bit easier
I will never forget their kindness, and Russell, and his team on the day of the funeral, so professional, caring and respectful, thank you all so much
Donna. Stuart & Kris Kerry
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind and detailed review. We are pleased that Ellie and Beryl offered such great support during this difficult and unexpected time, and that their help with extra details such as Mum's hair and make-up made such a difference for you. Thank you.
5Diane Goodman6th Aug 2017
My mum had a wonderful send of thanks to these people much appreciated x
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased that the team at Arnold helped you create a wonderful send off for your Mum.
5Myrna Collins1st Aug 2017
Thank you for your fantastic care, from the first meeting with Ellie to the transport back to the Bowls Club. All your staff were very kind and made a difficult day a little easier to face.
Myrna and Sally.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that the care and support offered by Ellie and the rest of the team at Arnold made this difficult time a little easier for you, and we would thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review.
5Esther Lilian Wilson31st Jul 2017
An exemplary, caring and professional service I would be happy to recommend A.W. Lymn
Matthew Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your positive review. I hope that Ellie at the Arnold Office, and Mark on the day looked after all of your needs. Many thanks.
5Andrea Clarke26th Jul 2017
Thank you to the Directors and Employees of AW Lymn whose professional care of our late mother Mrs. Edit Magdalena Clarke offered her grieving family the support they needed at a difficult time. The AW Lymn team showed compassion and respect towards the deceased and all members of the family and community who attended her funeral. The family wish to offer sincere thanks and gratitude for the help AW Lymn have given in organising and collecting Charitable donations on behalf of the family, for the Charities of their choice in memory of Mr. Peter Noel Byron Clarke and Mrs. Edit Magdalena Clarke:
The Methodist Church of Great Britain's: 'All We Can' and 'Jewish Care London'
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind and detailed review. We are pleased that Ellie and Russell showed compassion and respect, and offered you and your family support at this difficult time. We are also glad that we were able to help with the administration of the charitable donations and I have passed your thanks and gratitude onto all involved. Thank you.
5Helen Sloss18th Jul 2017
Everything went smoothly and was well organised. The people were accommodating and kind.
Thank you
Matthew Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind words. I hope that the way everything was conducted on the day, following Ellie's hard work making the arrangements, gave Mr. Knowles the send off you would have wanted for him. Best wishes.
5Sandra Thomas18th Jul 2017
Russell and team were absolutely brilliant - we couldn't have asked for any more. Thank you so much.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this kind review, we are pleased that you found Russell and the rest of his team to be brilliant.
5Roland Campbell16th Jul 2017
Russell and his team were excellent,kind,polite and caring.The location for Mum's funeral was just right. Everyone who came could not praise the organisation including Keith the Celebrant who conducted the service enough. Mum would be proud.
Thank you all again.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
We are pleased that you found the services of both the Celebrant and our team at Arnold to be excellent, and are glad we were able to help create a service that Mum would have been proud of. Thank you.
5Diane McMurdo11th Jul 2017
The service that lymns provided was excellent. They were very thorough, efficient with the right level of empathy. Every last detail was covered. The coffin and flowers were beautiful - the Order of Service was exactly as we wanted. They organised the music and hymns as requested. In all we couldn't have wished for a better funeral for our mother.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased that Ellie's attention to detail ensured that everything was exactly as you wanted and she treated you with care and empathy.
5Annette Heslin10th Jul 2017
Thank you so very much to all staff at Armold & Bath street branches.
You handled the repatriation of my husband in a professional and sincere manner which help both our children and myself.
I appreciate the support you shown to us all.
Warm wishes
Annette Heslin
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for this positive review. We are pleased that the staff at both Arnold and Nottingham were able to guide you through this difficult time and are glad you found them to be helpful and professional.
I cannot fault the service which I received.
It's difficult to know where to start in recording my appreciation...
I greatly valued the opportunity to visit the peaceful Chapel of Rest...
The funeral itself ran perfectly, and seemingly effortlessly. The organisation was excellent throughout. The accoutrements - e.g. coffin, flowers, Order of Services - were perfect and beautiful. The advice about such matters as the choice of Celebrant and the location of the Wake was invaluable, and exactly right.
But equally as important as the efficiency and professionalism of all involved was, and is, the unfailing kindness, sensitivity and courtesy of staff, who made an intolerable situation bearable.
Thank you all so very much...
Paula Cottee25th Sep 2017
Ellie, Deanna and Nigel
were absolutely brilliant
from the arranging to the
day. It was a very delicate
situation due to family
indifferences however at
no point did we feel our
dads final wishes would
be compromised.
Thank you all so much
at this very sad time.
May we also thank Victoria
Corder who was also very
Supportive and have a great
account of our dad.
We can't thank you all enough
Xx
Martin Taylor13th Sep 2017
From start to finish everyone at A.W. Lymns, and the Celebrant Victoria Corder, were friendly, helpful, sympathetic and professional. Everything was organised with the minimum or fuss following all our wishes, and the service was a beautiful moving celebration of my wife's life. The Funeral was everything we hoped it would be, and I'm very grateful to all concerned.
