A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Basford, Bulwell, Top Valley 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
A.W. Lymn’s Bulwell funeral home is based at Middleton House, the oldest building in the town, located on Main Street. The premises are named in honour of Stanley Middleton, the celebrated local writer and Booker Prize winner, and father of company director Penny Lymn Rose.
Originally established as a funeral home in 1990, Middleton House was fully renovated and extended in 2022, blending traditional character with modern facilities.
The branch is led by Funeral Director Tony Knowles, who has been part of the A.W. Lymn team for over 40 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge and dedication to the families we serve. He is supported by Funeral Arranger Samantha Collard, who is currently providing Maternity cover for Paige Gleedwood. Paige has great local knowledge and is currently working towards her Certificate in Funeral Arranging and Administration.
Middleton House serves Bulwell and its surrounding areas, including Bestwood Park, Bestwood Village, Bulwell Forest, Bulwell Hall, Crabtree Farm, Heathfield and Leen Valley estates, Hempshill Vale, Heron Ridge, Highbury Vale, Sellers Wood, Snape Wood, Top Valley and beyond.
As part of A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, a fifth-generation family-run business established in 1907, the Bulwell team is committed to providing personalised, respectful care to families at their time of need.
Many families describe the personal support they received during arrangements, with several mentioning staff members who maintained regular communication, answered questions patiently, and helped guide them through each step of the process. A number of reviews note that staff went beyond standard duties to accommodate specific requests and make families feel at ease during an emotional time.
Families frequently comment on how the funeral day itself was conducted, often describing it as dignified, well-organised, and running smoothly. Several mention the professionalism and courtesy of staff present on the day, including drivers, pall bearers, and those managing the service itself.
Many reviews touch on the overall care shown to their loved one, both before and during the funeral, and describe feeling supported by the entire team in a way that helped make a difficult time more bearable.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Mark Burnip15th Nov 2026
I cannot put into words how well I have been looked after by Lymns particularly Sam who has gone above and beyond what she should have done.
Thank you from all my family and my self for the care and thoughtfulness you have given us from the moment we stepped into your Bulwell branch.
I cannot recommend you highly enough to any one looking for the personal touch at a time when you need it.
5Cheryl Barnard 10th Nov 2026
Excellent service right through. I was supported well throughout the whole process and was Sam was always there with a lovejy smile to give advice, answers questions.
On the day if the funeral, Nigel and the team took care of us abd made sure that everything went smoothly.
An excellent, personal service that I cannot fault.
5Louise Nehra4th Nov 2026
We could not have asked for anything more. Sam was so supportive and helpful from start to finish. Checking in with us, providing us with updates in a timely manner, nothing was ever too much for her. We want to thank Sam for helping our family through this very difficult time. In the future, when needed, we will always come back to Lymns.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Louise for your kind words. It was my privilege to help you with doing your dads funeral plans. It was lovely to hear stories about how wonderful and special he was to you all. I am sure he will be keeping an eye on the Notts County scores from above and cheering on from the sidelines as always. Take care , From Sam and all the team
5Tracey Lumspen 31st Oct 2026
After the passing of my farther, having to arrange a funeral was stressful and worrying, thankfully I chose lyms for his final journey, the lady in charge was sam at the bulwell branch and she was absolutely fantastic from start to finish, shes all about your choices and want you and you're family requires and is genuinely caring and sincere, the whole package all round was caring and respectful and the actual service conducted by Mark was beautiful, so a big thank you to Bulwell branch of lyms , you gave my dad a fantastic send off
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Tracey for leaving a review for us. We were all incredibly grateful to be part of your dad’s final journey, and we are glad you got to share some beautiful memories with us about his life. We hope you get to Budapest to continue with him on his journey. Take care from Sam, Mark & the Bulwell team.
5Daria Seagrave 10th Oct 2026
We was very pleased with the professionalism of the staff and services we received they went above and beyond to help with any questions and needs we had. Michael my husband would of been very happy.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you for sending your review, We are so pleased that you felt the service we provided was professional and we went above and beyond.
It was a privilege to be able to serve you during this difficult time. Russ, Paul, Sam & The Bulwell Team
5Heather Key29th Aug 2026
The service I received was fantastic from start to finish. The staff were respectful, empathetic and so helpful and supportive at a sad time in my life. The funeral planning was so easy and the service couldn’t have gone better. The flowers were lovely.
Totally recommend.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Heather for leaving a review. We are glad we could help and support you when needed the most. We would also like to thank you for sharing with us Graehams beautiful photography skills. Thank you from all at Bulwell.
5Christine Bentley 8th Jul 2026
I would like to thank everyone at Lymns for the care and compassion they showed at Patrick's funeral, nothing was too much trouble.
Thank you.
Christine Bentley.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Dear Mrs Bentley, thank you for taking the time to leave a great review of our services at the Bulwell Office. I am so very sorry that it has been necessary to have had to instruct us following the very sad loss of your deeply loved husband Pat. It has been a privilege for us to guide you and all your family through this fraught and distressing time. We wish you and Mark all the very best in moving forwards. Kindest regards, Paul, Deanna, and Paige.
5Shirley Hartshorn19th Jun 2026
Thankyou it was perfect
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Shirley, we are very glad to hear this? - Paige and the team at Bulwell
5Janice Conway 18th Jun 2026
Very professional. Service by celebrant lisa evans was excellent. AW Lymn were very respectful treated john with dognity
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Janice for the lovely review, I will make sure this is passed on to Lisa Evans, I'm sure she would love to hear your kind feedback - Paige and the team at Bulwell.
4Julie Garlick13th Jun 2026
We were very happy with the service we received from Lymns in Bulwell. The staff were very good and helped us to arrange a perfect farewell for Dad.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Julie, for leaving this kind review.
We wish you all the best - from the team at Bulwell.
5Amanda Stokes 6th Jun 2026
I cannot praise Lymns enough for their hsndling of my sons funeral. Their sensitivity and that nothing was too much trouble puts them second to none in my book. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Amanda for such a lovely review, thank you for trusting us with your sons funeral - Paige and the team at Bulwell
5Janet Bonsall 8th May 2026
This is the third funeral that Lymn Bulwell has done for my family in the last eight years. Everyone of them has been excellent. They are very thoughtful and dignified and carry out your wishes perfectly. Thank you for everything that you do to make a sad time a little easier.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Hello Janet, thank you for this lovely review and for always putting your trust into us - Paige and the team at Bulwell.
5Graham Hardy13th Apr 2026
Under the circumstances everything went well
No problems
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Hello Graham,
I was a pleasure helping you make Sandra's day perfect, thank you for leaving a kind review, we are very happy everything went as well as it could go for you - Paige and the Team at Bulwell.
5Hollingworth Sandra 7th Mar 2026
Excellent service from start to finish from all the staff thank you to Paige for her kindness and empathy to
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Sandra for your kind review.
All the best- Paige and the team at Bulwell.
4Linda Davey 28th Feb 2026
Paige at the Bulwell office sorted out everything for us and took care of mum beautifully. The church service was well organised and the crematorium service was very moving. We did have to wait a long time from mums passing until the funeral day but that was completely out of Lymns and our hands. The hearse, driver, and ceremony leader were all marvellous. I don’t think we could have given our mum a better send off and Lymns took away all the stress. Thanks.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you for your kind and detailed review, it was a pleasure to help you family through this tough time - thank you, from Paige and the team at Bulwell.
5Dawn Gayle 15th Feb 2026
Fantastic everything was perfect thankyou all x
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Dawn for your lovely review - Paige and the team at Bulwell
5Danielle Louise Nason20th Jan 2026
Very professional, friendly and helpful. I would 100% recommend them
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, for leaving this lovely review.
All the best from the team at Bulwell.
5Alan Evans 16th Dec 2025
Very good and careing
Page was excellent
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Alan, thank you ever so much for your lovely review, you gave Sheila a beautiful send off! all the best, Paige.
5Emma Everitt15th Dec 2025
Paige was really nice when we went to see them about mum's funeral.
She was very thoughtful and thorough down to the last detail and ill forever be grateful xx
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you Emma, we appreciate you taking the time to write such a lovely review.
You and Josh did mum proud, all the best, Paige.
5Selina Hurt 22nd Nov 2025
So professional and Accommodating
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Hello Selina,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this lovely review - all the best, from the team at Bulwell
5Christine Fields 25th Sep 2025
Exceptional service, very caring, thoughtful & they definitely go the extra mile to make a very stressful time a lot easier. Thank you.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Chris, we are so pleased to hear that we were able to make such a difficult time that little bit easier for you and your family, take care - Paige.
5Susan Cropley 13th Sep 2025
Excellent service , very professional and caring kept up to date at all times. Special thanks to Paige at The Bulwell branch.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Sue! For taking the time to write this kind review, it has been a pleasure helping you make mums day special - Paige.
5Susan Kerry8th Sep 2025
Very helpful and professional a very good service.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Susan, for taking the time to write this kind review - Paige.
5Malcolm Proctor16th Aug 2025
Everything went well the only slip was the wrong picture was displayed on the TV screen it should have been in his tuxedo but apart from that everything was fine
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Malcolm, for the generous review, we're sorry that the incorrect photo got displayed.
We're glad to hear that everything else went well for Grahams day. - Paige and the Bulwell Team
4Julie Trendowicz1st Aug 2025
Very nice friendly under sanding respect of your loss. The day went really well. And the service was lovely.
A.W. Lymn, Bulwell Team replied
Thank you, Julie, for taking the time to write this kind review. It was an honour to be able to help with Mums funeral arrangements. Paige & The A.W. Lymn Team
Address
Main Street Bulwell Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG6 8ET
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
Mark Burnip15th Nov 2026
I cannot put into words how well I have been looked after by Lymns particularly Sam who has gone above and beyond what she should have done.
Thank you from all my family and my self for the care and thoughtfulness you have given us from the moment we stepped into your Bulwell branch.
I cannot recommend you highly enough to any one looking for the personal touch at a time when you need it.
Cheryl Barnard 10th Nov 2026
Excellent service right through. I was supported well throughout the whole process and was Sam was always there with a lovejy smile to give advice, answers questions.
On the day if the funeral, Nigel and the team took care of us abd made sure that everything went smoothly.
An excellent, personal service that I cannot fault.
Louise Nehra4th Nov 2026
We could not have asked for anything more. Sam was so supportive and helpful from start to finish. Checking in with us, providing us with updates in a timely manner, nothing was ever too much for her. We want to thank Sam for helping our family through this very difficult time. In the future, when needed, we will always come back to Lymns.
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