A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Cotgrave, Radcliffe-on-Trent, Stragglethorpe and other communities in 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
Fred Beeson established a funeral service in Radcliffe on Trent in 1937 and moved to a purpose built funeral home in 1961. The business was incorporated into the A W Lymn group in 1994 and still remains at the same location. The premises underwent a major refurbishment in 2020.
The funeral home is run by Funeral Director Gary Cooke and Funeral Arranger Emma Hutton, who will be able to assist you Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm and on Saturdays, from 9 am to 12.30 pm. If you need assistance outside of office hours then please call the telephone number at any time.
The funeral home covers Radcliffe and all its surrounding areas, including Barnstone, Bingham, Caythorpe, Colston Bassett, Cotgrave, Cropwell Bishop, Cropwell Butler, East Bridgford, Granby, Gunthorpe, Harby, Hickling, Kinoulton, Langar, Long Clawson, Lowdham, Owthorpe, Plungar, Shelford, Tythby, Upper Saxondale and further afield.
The Rose family has a connection with Radcliffe dating over 100 years. A W Lymn The Family Funeral Service is currently run by Nigel, Matthew and Jackie Lymn Rose.
Many families praise the care and compassion shown by staff throughout the planning process, noting that arranging a funeral is made less stressful when they feel genuinely listened to and supported at their own pace. Several describe how particular members of the team—especially those they worked with during planning—provided not just professional guidance but emotional reassurance during one of the most difficult times they have faced.
Families frequently comment on how smoothly the funeral day itself went, highlighting the professionalism and dignity with which the service was conducted, the attention paid to every detail they had requested, and the discreet but attentive presence of staff during the ceremony itself.
Communication throughout the process is mentioned often, with families appreciating regular updates, clear explanations of their options, and staff who were readily available to answer questions and make adjustments to arrangements as needed.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Helen Hutson13th Jan 2026
The help, support and respect I received during the planning of my husband’s funeral was second to none. I can’t thank you enough for making the celebration of my husband’s life
a beautiful memory.
Matthew Lymn Rose replied
Helen and family, thank you for your kind words following your late Husbands funeral. It was an honour to be involved in such a wonderful service, for such a well respected man. Thank you for placing your confidence in us.
5Lisa Kerry10th Jan 2026
An excellent service we received from AW lymn Radcliffe for our mother Jean Kerry.
Emma Hutton was outstanding with the care sympathy and compassion that she showed towards me and my Family.
Gary was incredibly professional as the Funeral Director.
Wholehearted thanks from the Kerry family
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Lisa, thank you for taking the time to leave this really lovely review. Your kind words really do mean so much to myself and Gary. It has been our honour to support you and the rest of the family at this really sad and difficult time. It was very obvious Jean is dearly loved and will be extremely missed. - Emma & Gary & The Radcliffe Team
5Beverley Varley21st Dec 2025
Simply lovely. Thankyou
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Beverley, thank you for taking the time to leave your kind response, it has been our honour to support yourself and the rest of the family through this difficult and sad time, it is obvious, mum was dearly loved and will be extremely missed by all. - Emma, Gary and The Radcliffe Team
5Susan Carroll13th Dec 2025
I would like to thank A.W. Lymn Radcliffe on behalf of the whole family. They have been truly fantastic. The staff have been very sympathetic throughout and ensured the day of the funeral went really smoothly. They were very organised and professional. We can't thank them enough.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Susan. Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review, your words are so kind, and they really do mean so much to myself and the team. It has been a real honour to have supported yourself and the family at this sad and difficult time. It was very obvious that Alastair is dearly loved and will be extremally missed. - Emma and The Radcliffe Team
5Lisa Starbuck7th Dec 2025
They dealt with everything with professionalism and were very supportive of our feelings.
I would highly recommend Lymn’s.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Lisa, thank you for taking the time to leave your kind response, it has been our honour to support yourself, Karl and the rest of the family through this difficult and sad time and your kind words are greatly appreciated by myself and the team. - Emma & The Radcliffe Team
5April Elliott23rd Oct 2025
Very professional and treated with respect to the highest standards.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi April, thank you for your kind words, it was my honour support you and the family during this sad and difficult time. John was obviously very loved and will be dearly missed. - Emma
5Christopher Punter13th Oct 2025
Very well organised and all went smoothly. Many thanks
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Christopher. Thank you for your kind words. It has been our honour to support yourself and the family at this sad and difficult time. Pamela was obviously very loved and will be dearly missed. - Emma, Gary & Teresa.
5Philip Swain27th Sep 2025
Brilliant service. Colum was so good. Thank you all👍
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Philip,
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Your kind words really do mean so much to myself and the team. It has been our honour to support you and the family at this sad and difficult time. Emma, Gary. Edward & Colum.
5Lindsey Dyson21st Sep 2025
Emma was so caring and compassionate whilst we navigated the send off for our Dad. Can't thank her enough for helping us through the dark times. The funeral itself was beautiful and everything we had hoped for.
Lindsey and Leanne x
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Lindsey, thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review. Your words are so kind, and they mean so much to me. It has been my honour to support yourself and Leanne at this very sad and difficult time. It was obvious Barry is very loved and will be dearly missed. - Emma
5Caroline Ife6th Sep 2025
A.W.Lymn's are the most professional in the service they offer. From start to finish, they think of everything, even down to the little things which add a lovely touch.
They take the strain out of what is usually a stressful occasion. Nothing was too much trouble, and they did our family proud.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Thank you Caroline for your kind words, Emma and myself were happy to help you through this stressful time. - Gary
5Andrew Watts16th Aug 2025
Lymns staff Emma and Edward were professional and organised throughout the process. Most importantly, they showed compassion, humanity, and respect-giving us space and time when needed. During the service, we felt confident that Edward was in control of proceedings while keeping a low profile. This allowed us to focus on the deceased.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Dear Andy, thank you for the review and kind words. It really was wonderful to be part of such a well thought out meaningful service full of beautiful music, and celebration. Thanks again and best wishes to all. Edward, Emma and all.
5Deborah Andrews6th Aug 2025
A perfect, caring, supportive service delivered with kindness - thank you so much for making sure Mum had the send off she would have wanted and deserved
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Thank you for your kind words, they really do mean so much to me and the team. It has been my honour to support you, Andrew and the family with arranging the funeral for mum. - Emma
5Richard Barnes29th Jul 2025
The organisation of the service was carried out very professionally by Emma, all aspects were covered and that made the task a lot easier than I expected. On the day everything was carried out with respect and was much appreciated.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Richard, thank you for your kind words. I’m very honoured to of been able to support you and Alan with the funeral arrangements for Jeanne. - Emma
5Amanda Poole27th Jul 2025
I cannot thank A.W.Lymn Radcliffe enough for their amazing support and kindness throughout this sad time, with a special thank you to Emma Hutton. You are all amazing and deserve every recognition. Thank you. Amanda Poole
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Amanda, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Your words are so kind and mean so much to me and the team. It has been my honour to support yourself, Jack & Louis at such a sad and difficult time. - Emma
5Alan Barrowcliffe25th Jul 2025
The team were excellent from start to finish !
Thank you so much !!
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Alan, thank you for your kind words, they really do mean so much to myself and the team. It was my honour to support Betty in life, and it has been my honour to support you, Hayley and the family at this sad and difficult time in arranging her funeral. - Emma
5Jane Fraser28th Jun 2025
We are very grateful to Emma, Edward and their team at Radcliffe-on-Trent for their kindness, support and professionalism. They helped us throughout the whole process, they were very efficient and informative helping us through the different processes, also very kind with regular check-ins. They ensured the day of the funeral went smoothly without any additional pressure on us as the family.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Jane and family, thank you for entrusting us to look after the Funeral arrangements following the tragic loss of Mark. I am sure he would have appreciated your choosing of the Ford Mustangs and why! To see the church offering standing room only is a real testament to Mark’s character and personality. It was evident he touched countless lives and we be dearly missed by so many. Thank you for your kind words – they will be relayed to all involved. Take care - Edward, Emma, and the team.
5Robert Donaldson22nd Jun 2025
AW Lymn go above and beyond to make the hardest day of your life as simple and hassle free as possible.
I would highly recommend them to anyone going through these difficult times.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Rob, thank you for your kind words, they really do mean so much to myself and the team. It has been a real honour to support yourself and the family through this extremely sad and difficult time. It was very obvious that Michelle is extremely loved and will be dearly missed by all that knew her. Emma
5Mark Pashley13th May 2025
Emma and Gary gave great support and I would thoroughly recommend AW Lymn at Radcliffe on Trent.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Mark, thank you for your really kind words, they mean so much to myself and Gary. It has been an honour to support you with making the arrangements for Mums funeral. It was obvious mum was truly loved and will be very missed. Emma
5Laura Marr3rd May 2025
From the moment we spoke to Emma at the Radcliffe branch we were looked after. She was absolutely brilliant, very helpful and more importantly empathetic after losing our beloved mum. Couldn't have asked for a better experience in very sad circumstances. The funeral itself went very smoothly with Edward who again was fantastic.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Laura, thank you for your kind words. They really do mean so much to us all. It really was an honour to have supported you all through this very sad and difficult time, and to read your experience could not have been better really is heartening. Myself, Edward and the team wish you all the very best moving forward. Emma.
5Ginny Birney14th Apr 2025
I was in capable and compassionate hand from the start. Thank you Emma for everything.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Ginny, thank you for your kind words. It has been my honour to support you all at this really sad and difficult time. From the stories I have heard, dad was a real character with a larger-than-life personality and he will be dearly missed by all that loved him. Emma.
5Lezley Newing1st Apr 2025
I cannot thank Lymns enough for being so compassionate, understanding and professional in helping me to arrange the funeral for my mum. Emma at the Radcliffe Office was just so lovely to deal with and nothing was too much trouble. On the day of the funeral the funeral director, Tony, was understanding and respectful as were the pallbearers and drivers. I know it takes a whole team to make everything come together and I absolutely appreciated the hard work and thoughtfulness of everyone involved. Thank you
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Lezley, thank you for your kind words, they really do mean so much to myself and the team. It was an honour to support you through this sad and difficult time, Betty was obviously very loved and will be dearly missed. Emma
5Karen Eaton14th Mar 2025
I cannot thank Lymns at Radcliffe enough for helping me through the traumatic organising of my husband's funeral. I want to give a special mention to Emma, the funeral arranger. I am indebted to her for the kindness and compassion she showed me from the first phone call a day after my husband's sudden death to the phone call after the funeral. Thank you Lymns.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi Karen, thank you for your really kind words, I feel very honoured to have been able to support you through this extremely traumatic and sad time. Jeff is obviously very very loved and will be extremely missed. Emma.
5Jennifer Lymn Percival12th Mar 2025
A huge thank you to all the staff at AWLymn, not only those we met with, but also those working behind the scenes. Their sensitive approach and the support our family received, every step of the way, was truly amazing, and ensured our difficult journey was easier to bear.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Jenny, thank you for your kind words, they really do mean so much. It has been my honour to support you through this truly sad and very difficult time. David was obviously a very loved man with a larger than life personality who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Thank you again, Emma and all the team at A.W. Lymn.
5Wendy Brazier10th Mar 2025
Lymns staff were excellent, and helped us through it all and it was a very beautiful funeral, Mother would’ve been so proud. Thank you all.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Thank you Wendy for your kind words, I'm glad we could help at such a difficult time, and your Mother had the funeral she wanted. Gary.
5David Smith10th Mar 2025
Thank you Emma, Gary and the team. Attention to the detail of our needs, second to none, right from the start.
Always responsive to the important small changes and tweaks to the arrangements which we asked for in order that my Godmother had the appropriate send of that she wanted.
Many thanks to A. W. Lymn.
A.W. Lymn, Radcliffe Team replied
Hi David, thank you for your really kind words, they really do mean so much to myself and the team. It has been an honour to have been able to support you with making the funeral arrangements that Joan had wished for. A truly very organised lady, who will be dearly missed. Emma.
Address
Rose House, Main Road, Radcliffe Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG12 2BJ
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
Helen Hutson13th Jan 2026
The help, support and respect I received during the planning of my husband’s funeral was second to none. I can’t thank you enough for making the celebration of my husband’s life
a beautiful memory.
Lisa Kerry10th Jan 2026
An excellent service we received from AW lymn Radcliffe for our mother Jean Kerry.
Emma Hutton was outstanding with the care sympathy and compassion that she showed towards me and my Family.
Gary was incredibly professional as the Funeral Director.
Wholehearted thanks from the Kerry family
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