A J Wakely & Sons Ltd, Ilminster

83 reviews

A family-run funeral director in Ilminster that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1989.

Latest Verified Reviews

Fiona De Wulf 4th Apr 2023

In difficult times when it was hard to think straight, your team did an excellent job of guiding us and accompanying all the family to make sure the final event has become a memory to treasure.  Thank you.

Carole Pragnell 23rd Mar 2023

Really helpful and respected and fulfilled all our wishes. Compassionate but efficient staff.

Michael Fowler 23rd Mar 2023

Very professional and caring service 

Reviews

Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

7 West Street
Ilminster
Somerset
TA19 9AA

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01460 207124

About Us

A.J.Wakely & Sons Ilminster is a family-run funeral director in Ilminster that has been providing an independent funeral director service to the bereaved since 1897.

After starting as wheelwrights and undertakers Arthur and Ernie Wakely opened their funeral directors in Broadwindsor. The Ilminster office has been serving the local community and surrounding area since 1989. The office is run on a daily basis by an experienced funeral director, Leah Wakely, along with the support of Kate and Chris.

AJ Wakeley & Sons Ilminster, understand that the time following the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult and confusing. It can also become overwhelming if you are the person responsible for arranging the funeral. Leah and her staff will be there to guide you, and offer assistance at every step. The sensitive and compassionate team will talk you through every step that needs to be taken whilst planning a loving tribute for your friend or family member. AJ Wakely can also assist with arranging details including funeral transport, floristry, coffins and ashes caskets, as well as a wide range of memorials.

A.J.Wakely & Sons Ilminster are proud members of: National Association of Funeral Directors & The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors. Call them today to begin planning the perfect funeral for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Fiona De Wulf 4th Apr 2023

    In difficult times when it was hard to think straight, your team did an excellent job of guiding us and accompanying all the family to make sure the final event has become a memory to treasure.  Thank you.

  • 5 Carole Pragnell 23rd Mar 2023

    Really helpful and respected and fulfilled all our wishes. Compassionate but efficient staff.

  • 5 Michael Fowler 23rd Mar 2023

    Very professional and caring service 

  • 5 Naomi Raywood 22nd Mar 2023

    Amazing service - friendly , professional , respectful - I would highly recommend Wakeley's

  • 5 Andrea Grinter 31st Jan 2023

    Leah, Kate and all the staff at A J Wakely have been absolutely brilliant and so supportive and kind to all the family during this very sad time. The funeral was so beautifully arranged and all our wishes were given precedence and nothing was too much trouble.

    I cannot thank all the staff at Wakely's enough for all they have done.

    Lots of love and best wishes Andrea Grinter

  • 5 Hayley Harris 31st Jan 2023

    Excellent professional service, friendly, happy to help and always available, very kind and thoughtful. A massive thank you to Leah and Kate.

  • 5 Catherine Unwin 31st Jan 2023

    They were amazing.
    I would like to say a big thank you for the perfect, if that's the right word to use, Funeral you gave Martin on Friday.
    It made a difficult day bearable, thank you so much for all the special little touches, it was greatly appreciated.
    Please do pass on my sincere thank you to everyone who helped Martin on Friday on his final journey.

  • 5 Dr David Irwin 20th Jan 2023

    Excellent understanding and communication.

  • 5 Ros Denman 18th Jan 2023

    We couldn't have wished for better service. From our initial meeting until the end of the funeral itself we felt confident that everything was in safe hands. Everything we had to do was explained in detail giving us peace of mind and making the whole process worry free. The celebrant recommended proved to be the ideal person to help and advise us in planning the most beautiful service which we will always remember.
    Just perfect. We would thoroughly recommend Wakeleys.

  • 5 Kay Oxley 12th Jan 2023

    Leah, Kate and the team were amazing. Professional, considerate and caring throughout the whole process.

    Fortunately our mother had taken out a Funeral Plan which felt strange at the time, but turned out to be a godsend. Answered so many decisions in advance and helped make the process easier at an otherwise difficult time.

    Cannot recommend Leah and her team at A J Wakely, Ilminster, enough.

  • 5 Louise Pugson 12th Jan 2023

    I cannot thank Leah and her team enough for their genuine care and sensitivity when dealing with our very sudden and sad loss. They were at all times incredibly professional, kind, helpful and understanding and we shall always be grateful for the support and strength they gave us.

  • 5 Jim Pendleton 12th Jan 2023

    Excellent care and service throughout the whole process. I will always be grateful for the help and guidance I received.

  • 5 Judy Yeabsley 12th Jan 2023

    This was the second time our family have used A.J. Wakely and Sons Ltd. Ilminster.
    Leah's guidance through the whole process was unfaltering and her team of pall bearers and Kate in the office most professional.
    So much appreciated during a very emotional time.

  • 5 Malinda White 3rd Nov 2022

    Highly professional and kind.

  • 5 Sue Matravers 14th Oct 2022

    We couldn’t of asked for a better service, Leah & staff were excellent, kind, considerate & compassionate throughout. 

  • 5 Tim Lawrence 7th Oct 2022

    Leah & her team made a difficult & emotional time so calm & bearable & the final journey so easy; thank you

  • 5 Janice Cornelius 1st Oct 2022

    At this sad time everything was explained and sorted out for us. The service was exactly as we required and would certainly recommend Wakeleys to others. My sincere thanks . 

  • 5 Mark Beardon 30th Sep 2022

    Thank you Leah and the Ilminster Wakely and Sons  for helping us through such a difficult time. The funeral was just perfect. Thank you.

  • 5 Helen Izzard 19th Jul 2022

    At such a difficult time after our mother passed away, Leah and her staff at Wakely’s managed all the arrangements superbly, with such kindness and respect.  Thank you.

  • 5 Carol Bean 15th Jul 2022

    Perfect personalised
    service from start to finish, I couldn't fault them.

  • 5 Karen Horne 15th Jul 2022

    Thank you Leah and Kate in Ilminster for your support , guidance and organisation you ensured that the funeral went very smoothly. We would highly recommend your team . 
    Karen 

  • 5 Caroline King 13th Jul 2022

    Everything was made so easy for us and nothing too much trouble 

  • 5 Jackie Kelly 13th Jul 2022

    We couldn’t have asked for better service, right from the initial phone to the actual service. 
    Leah and Kate were very supportive, ensuring our mother got the send off she would have wanted, nothing was too much trouble.
    They made the whole experience manageable, we can’t thank them enough. 

  • 5 Fiona Morency 31st May 2022

    The care compassion and support we received for mum’s funeral from Leah and Kate was excellent. The team were professional and made the funeral go smoothly nothing was too much trouble and as a family we were supported every step of the way. 

  • 5 Mark Rowswell 30th May 2022

    Excellent service throughout.

Address
7 West Street
Ilminster
Somerset
TA19 9AA

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Fiona De Wulf 4th Apr 2023

In difficult times when it was hard to think straight, your team did an excellent job of guiding us and accompanying all the family to make sure the final event has become a memory to treasure.  Thank you.

Carole Pragnell 23rd Mar 2023

Really helpful and respected and fulfilled all our wishes. Compassionate but efficient staff.

Michael Fowler 23rd Mar 2023

Very professional and caring service 

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