A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Beeston, Chilwell, Toton and other communities around the Nottingham area.
Latest Verified Reviews
Henry Kennington18th Apr 2025
Always there for me (and Ivis). Never judgmental , though amused/bemused sometimes. Felt they saw us as family
Helen Fessey8th Apr 2025
Alex & the team went above & beyond to arrange everything for Dad’s final farewell. Always at the end of the phone & took all the stress out of a very upsetting and sad time for our family.
Philip Cresswell3rd Apr 2025
I was happy with everything that was asked of A.W. Lymn (Beeston). They buried my sister in 1997 and my mother in 2025. I would use again if I had to arrange another funeral.
A.W. Lymn’s Beeston funeral home, conveniently located on Station Road near the town centre, has been serving local families since its opening in 1994. This branch is easily accessible for residents of Beeston, Chilwell, Wollaton, Lenton Abbey, Bramcote, Beeston Rylands, and Attenborough.
The branch is managed on a day-to-day basis by Funeral Arranger Ilona, who ensures that every family receives compassionate and professional support. Oversight is provided by Senior Funeral Director Kirby, who brings extensive experience and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of care. In the coming weeks, Alex, an experienced Funeral Conductor, will be joining the team after relocating back to the area. Before taking up his role at Beeston, he will spend time learning The A.W. Lymn Way to ensure continuity of service and excellence.
As part of A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, a family-owned business established in 1907, the Beeston team continues to uphold a tradition of compassionate care, offering professional funeral services tailored to meet each family's needs during difficult times.
The Beeston funeral home is designed to provide families with comfort and privacy. Its facilities include:
- Customer parking for convenience
- A welcoming reception area for families to gather
- A private family room for confidential consultations
- Two visitation rooms for quiet reflection
- Cold room facilities for preservation
Always there for me (and Ivis). Never judgmental , though amused/bemused sometimes. Felt they saw us as family
5Helen Fessey8th Apr 2025
Alex & the team went above & beyond to arrange everything for Dad’s final farewell. Always at the end of the phone & took all the stress out of a very upsetting and sad time for our family.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Helen, thank you for your kind words, but It was a privilege to help you, your sisters and all your family to say farewell to Dad, in a way that was special and meaningful. We are always here to answer questions, to give advice and help, even after the funeral. I am really pleased we helped with the stress at a very difficult time, and it means a lot to us to know we have done what we needed to do for you and all your family.
Hugs and warm wishes Alex, Ilona & The A W Lymn Team.
5Philip Cresswell3rd Apr 2025
I was happy with everything that was asked of A.W. Lymn (Beeston). They buried my sister in 1997 and my mother in 2025. I would use again if I had to arrange another funeral.
5Michael Robert Collins29th Mar 2025
My family’s experience using lymms was very positive and friendly.
I Lona was fantastic and professional and she made the whole process effortless and less complex than it initially felt it was going to be. She had the ability to listen and interpret our ideas to tailor make the funeral to our exact needs
The staff generally were extremely sensitive and respectful in a potentially difficult and emotional situation
The celebrant was fantastic and very kind and sensitive to my family’s feelings and supported us through the day of the funeral and delivered a professional eulogy and gave us physical support and guidance
All in all a very incredible positive experience
Thank you
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you so much for this lovely review Michael. It was truly an honour to assist yourself and Kevin with organising your dads funeral. I understand how difficult this time was for you and I am glad I could be there to help you through the process. I’m pleased to hear Mark helped create a meaningful service and that you felt supported on the day by the staff.
Thank you for trusting me during this time.
Ilona, Alex & The Beeston Team
5Gary Duncan Allsopp23rd Mar 2025
At a time of great personal sadness, the professionalism, reverence and courtesy of all the staff made the entire funerary process as seamless as it could possibly be.
With the greatest of respect, I hope not to be using their services again in the near future; But, would heartily recommend anyone else facing such requirements.
5James Whitworth6th Mar 2025
Professional, Respectful, Friendly and Courteous. Would not want to have changed anything.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you, James, for taking your time to leave this lovely review and for your very kind words. Wishing all the best for you and the family.
The Beeston Team
5Andrew Oakley 28th Feb 2025
Genuine, caring, understanding & totally professional, from Ilona in the Beeston office who went above & beyond to ensure my wishes were followed to Kevin who took control on the day of the funeral, again so professional, caring & just wonderful. Both made a very sad and upsetting time so much more manageable. We would like to thank you Ilona & Kevin from the bottom of our hearts!! Recommend this family owned funeral director's? Absolutely!! Excellent!!
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Dear Andrew and Zoe,
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review and for entrusting us with Aunties final goodbye. I absolutely loved hearing all the stories about her life, she was an extraordinary lady. I wish you and the family all the best for the future.
Ilona, Kevin and Beeston Team
4Gregory Marshall25th Feb 2025
A very friendly, sympathetic and understanding complete package from A W Lymn.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you for your very kind words. It was an honour to arrange mum's last goodbye, and getting to know you, Alan, and the family. Well wishes for the future.
Ilona, Alex and the Beeston Team.
5Ajay Mathur17th Feb 2025
Ilona's compassionate guidance gave me the confidence that everything would run well, which it did. Phillip, our funeral director on the day, demonstrated exemplary professionalism while handling arrangements with both precision and quiet dignity. Malcolm, the celebrant, went above and beyond by taking time to understand my wife's unique life story, ultimately crafting a deeply personalised tribute that truly honoured her memory. Each team member's dedication created a meaningful farewell. Thank you.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you, Ajay for these kind words. It was an absolute honour to be able to assist you with the service for Iciar.
I am really glad Philip as well as Malcolm were able to look after you as well.
Sending best wishes to you and all of your family for the future,
Ilona, Philip, Malcolm & The Beeston Team
5Paul Newton9th Feb 2025
I used the Beeston office and I found them very supportive throughout the process. They had a structured approach to gathering all the information required for the committal service to proceed exactly as we wanted.
We were able to look at different elements and decide which were suitable, with no pressure to take more expensive elements. We were also given time to reflect on the choices available and consult with other members of the family before deciding.
On the day of the committal, they were present unobtrusively but ensuring that everything went smoothly/
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you Paul, for taking the time to leave such a kind review, it is really appreciated by us all. I’m pleased to hear of your positive experience with the whole team at Beeston. I’m sure your words will bring that same comfort and reassurance to other families. Sending our best wishes, Kirby, Ilona and the team.
5Gregory Thompson25th Jan 2025
Excellent service by all many thanks to all of you you were so kind and thoutful from start to finish from all the Thompson family thank you
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was an honour to be able to help. Wishing you all the best for the future. Ilona
5Mark Foreman16th Jan 2025
I would highly recommend A W Lymn after having them conduct the funeral for my late mother.
In particular, from the initial meeting to the end of the service Kirby was amazing!
Her knowledge and advice was very much appreciated, as was her caring and compassionate manner. Nothing was too much trouble and every detail was taken care of.
She was also aided by Ilona based at the Beeston branch who was very kind and members from other branches to drive the cars and bear the coffin which were both pleasant and professional.
The service was conducted Mark, the Civil Celebrant who took the time to learn about mum and added character and depth to the service which she would have loved.
We’ve had many comments regarding how lovely the service was, how well the day was organised and how dignified mums final send off was.
Genuinely, and under the circumstances the day couldn’t have gone any better…thank you so much.❤️
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Mark, thank you so much for your super kind review, you know how much it means to us. It was a real privilege to get to know you and your family over the time we spent together and I thank you for allowing us to take care of Mum. Sending our love and best wishes to everyone, from Kirby (eternal ice-scraper), Ilona (who didn’t tie a single purple bow) and Tall Tom.
5Surjit Singh14th Jan 2025
Very professional, very courteous and understanding. Had a good knowledge of the requirements of different faiths.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you, Surjit, for taking the time to leave your review, and also for making the journey from Lincoln to Nottingham to entrust A. W. Lymn with the safe care of your mother. I’m pleased I could support you and your family through this difficult time. Kind regards, Kirby and the team at Beeston.
5Lisa Ward11th Jan 2025
Excellent service everything went smoothly and as I requested, a massive thank you to everyone involved especially Ilona and Malcolm
With love and best wishes
Lisa Ward xx
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review. It was a privilege to be able to assist you in organising the funeral for Gillian, and I absolutely loved listing to all of her life stories. I wish you and your family all the best for the future.
Ilona and the Beeston Team
5Lynne Margaret Clarke11th Jan 2025
The whole team were, empathetic and professional throughout the whole sad process.
We would especially like to thank Louise who went above and beyond to secure an appropriate venue and was amazing on the day ensuring everything went smoothly.
On the day of the funeral the team were outstanding and attended to every detail even turning the cars around in readiness to follow the hearse to the cemetery.
Thanks also to Kirby, Ilona and Chris the driver.
I can absolutely recommend.
Lynne, Margaret and Ivan.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you for your kind words Lynne, it was a pleasure to look after you and your family, and this wonderful review is really appreciated. Louise.
5John Clark25th Dec 2024
Kirby was very helpful and respectful all the way through the process , very friendly and caring made us feel at ease
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A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you John for your kind words. Sending my best wishes to you and your family, Kirby.
5Karen Tyres 23rd Dec 2024
Caring and compassionate throughout. Communication was excellent through the whole process and the funeral went very smoothly. Special thanks to Kirby for her professionalism and kindness.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Karen, it was a privilege to take care of Dad as I had Mum. Thank you for asking me to be part of his special day and for your kind words. Sending you our love and best wishes, Kirby and the team at Beeston.
5Susan Daykin14th Dec 2024
Thanks to the staff at A.W.Lymn in Beeston everything went exactly as the family wished. It was a vey fitting send off thanks to their care and attention to detail.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you Susan for taking the time to leave your lovely review. Sending our best wishes to you and your family, from Kirby, Ilona and the team at Beeston.
5John Barks9th Dec 2024
We were very pleased with every aspect of the funeral process from start to finish. Ilona handled all of our conversations with a kind thoughtful respect. Please thank all of the staff involved.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you John.
It was a privilege to be able to assist you with Mary’s service.
Wishing yourself and all of your family the best for the future.
Ilona & The Beeston Team
5Keith Paxton7th Dec 2024
Very professional yet friendly. Everything went smoothly on the day. I would recommend to anyone.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you Keith for this review, your kind words mean a lot and I am pleased we could help you during this difficult time. It was an honour to assist you with Tony's service.
Sending best wishes.
Kirby & Ilona
5Paul Meakin4th Dec 2024
A W Lymn and particularly Kirby, were excellent in dealing with my aunt's funeral. Throughout the whole process from the first meeting Kirby was superb. She was compassionate, understanding and nothing was any trouble to her. I am so pleased that Kirby and her team dealt with my aunt's funeral. Well done Kirby, her team and A.W.Lymn and a heart felt thank you.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Paul, it was a pleasure to meet you and support you through this difficult time as you planned everything for your Aunt. Well done again for taking the lead at the service and speaking so fondly of her, sharing some lovely memories. Thank you for allowing me to be part of that. Sending my best wishes to you, Kirby an the team at Beeston.
5Christopher MacDonald22nd Nov 2024
IlI am in awe of the compassion and professionalism and ability of the staff at Lymns to combine the two together. I will be forever grateful for what they did their actions will be for ever in my memory.
all involved are a credit to your profession.
Thank you.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
It was truly an honour and a privilege to look after you all from start to finish, and absolutely lovely to read this wonderful review. Thank you, Julia.
5Matthew Viccars18th Nov 2024
Thank you to Lymns in Beeston for looking after my mother's funeral. I have to thank Ilona in particular for being so kind and compassionate throughout, nothing was ever an issue. Also thank you to Marc for creating the most beautiful service and eulogy for my mum. We gave her the best send off and she would have been so greatful that you looked after us x
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you, Laura, for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It was an honour to take care of you and your lovely family during this difficult time. Sending best wishes for the future. Ilona, Mark and the Team
5Helene Hillier22nd Oct 2024
Excellent service all the way through. Julia was a great support on the day of the funeral.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you for your kind words, it was my pleasure to support you on the day. Julia.
5Lexi Murphy 21st Oct 2024
Thank you to Donna and everyone who was involved in helping me arrange my Mum's, Celebration of Life. There were no issues and during a very sad and difficult time, everyone involved helped me every step of the way. The professionalism, attention to detail and empathy was there all the way through. I couldn't have done it without your guidance.
A.W. Lymn, Beeston Team replied
Thank you Lexi for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I’m pleased to hear how the team at Beeston supported you through this difficult time. Kindest regards, Kirby Cranshaw.
Always there for me (and Ivis). Never judgmental , though amused/bemused sometimes. Felt they saw us as family
Helen Fessey8th Apr 2025
Alex & the team went above & beyond to arrange everything for Dad’s final farewell. Always at the end of the phone & took all the stress out of a very upsetting and sad time for our family.
Philip Cresswell3rd Apr 2025
I was happy with everything that was asked of A.W. Lymn (Beeston). They buried my sister in 1997 and my mother in 2025. I would use again if I had to arrange another funeral.
