Oak Funeral Services

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An independent funeral directors in South West Somerset, offering personalised and meaningful funeral services to bereaved families in the local community of Williton

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

34 Long Street
Williton
Somerset
TA4 4QU

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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

Professional Standards

  • SAIF Member

    Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.

    What they do

    • Inspects businesses before granting membership
    • Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
    • Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong

About Us

Oak Funeral Services in Williton, Somerset are experienced and compassionate funeral directors who are happy to help families organise a meaningful funeral service for their loved one. From traditional burials and cremation services to green funerals and the scattering of ashes, Oak Funeral Service are focused on guiding families as they plan a personalised ceremony that best reflects the life and personality of the person who has died.

Families can opt for a simple burial or cremation funeral, which covers a range of services. This includes the transport and care of the person who has died, admin and legal paperwork, cremation costs, a coffin and the services of a celebrant.

They specialise in eco friendly funerals, and are able to arrange a suitable green burial at a nearby woodland or meadow burial site for those who prefer a green funeral. Families may also choose to buy an environmentally sustainable coffin and casket from Oak Funeral Services which come in a range of natural materials such as willow, cardboard, oak, pine and bamboo.

Oak Funeral Services offer specialised funeral transport including a horse drawn hearse, motorbike sidecars and farm tractors and trailers. They also offer a choice of a black or silver hearse with a matching limousine.


Their welcoming Chapel of Rest can be used by families to mourn or grieve their loved one in private. The caring team are at hand to take care of your loved one before and on the day of the funeral service.

They are happy to meet with you for an informal discussion on funeral arrangements in the comfort of your own home if that is your preference.

Oak Funeral Services are available 24/7 for help and advice at each stage of the funeral arrangement process - from the first meeting to supporting bereaved families beyond the funeral.

Call Oak Funeral Services today to begin arranging a dignified and bespoke funeral service for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Sheila   Nicholls

Sheila Nicholls

Jun 1922 - Aug 2026

Dawn    Macala Watts

Dawn Macala Watts

Jun 1940 - Aug 2026

Martin   William Drew

Martin William Drew

Mar 1950 - Jul 2026

Brian   Dunkley

Brian Dunkley

Jun 1950 - Jul 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families praise the care and compassion shown throughout the process, describing staff as understanding, respectful, and genuinely supportive during what they found to be a very difficult time.

Families frequently mention clear communication and responsive contact, noting that arrangements were explained thoroughly, questions answered promptly, and they were kept informed at every stage from initial contact through to after the funeral itself.

Several describe how staff went beyond what was expected, handling special requests, last-minute changes, and particular wishes with ease, and ensuring the funeral day itself ran smoothly and reflected what the family wanted.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Sally Bradish 2nd Sep 2026

    Very respectful and responsive, excellent service on such a sad event

  • 5 Charlie Hill 2nd Sep 2026

    Orlando and his colleages have been amazing, through a difficult situation nothing has been to much they have been very understanding and compassionate. We cannot thank them enough.

  • 5 Edward Miller 18th Aug 2026

    Regarding my son's funeral:

    Orlando and his team provided a caring and professional service throughout. Family Members from my daughter, his sister, to his adult children have been unanimous in their praise of the wonderful service and experience provided.

    My family and I have no problem recommending Oak Funeral Services for other families in a similar situation to us.

  • 5 Angela Holroyd 27th Jul 2026

    Top class service.

  • 5 Denise Leach 16th Jul 2026

    Gave me loads of support and comfort x oak funerals are excellent x appreciate everything they did for me and my family xx recommend highly x

  • 4 Peter Latham 16th Jul 2026

    Am very pleased, on the whole, but rather feel that the survey request should have been sent following the finish, rather than before. Manners!

  • 5 Avril Chapman 7th Jul 2026

    Excellent service from Orlando he made everything seamless. He is a real credit to Oak Funeral Services. Thank you Orlando for all you did and we would recommend Oak Funeral Services to anyone with hesitation. Orlando just catered for our needs in a sensitive and caring way. Thank you again Orlando 

  • 5 Andy Lyder 30th Jun 2026

    We would like to thank Oak Funeral Services, and especially Orlando, for the care and compassion shown while arranging my best friend’s funeral. Everything was made simple and straightforward at such a difficult time, and nothing was ever too much trouble. Orlando was incredibly kind, helpful and professional throughout, ensuring the service was beautiful and carried out with dignity and respect. We are truly grateful for all the support provided and would highly recommend Oak Funeral Services.

  • 4 Julie Ward 1st Jun 2026

    Easy to talk to and able to clarify procedures in a empathetic manner 

  • 5 Sandra Morris 14th May 2026

    Handled with care and compassion, and delivered the ashes back to me within a few days 

  • 5 Rowland Burge 15th Apr 2026

    I cannot praise Oak Funeral Services enough. Their compassion, dedication, and
    empathy to the customer is second to none. I found Orlando's organisation of my
    wifes funeral to be of the highest professional standed.
    I highly recommend this firm.

  • 5 Mandy Hawkins 28th Mar 2026

    Oak Funeral services were absolutely outstanding. Everything they did was perfect for my Mums funeral. From the moment they collected her when she passed  to the end of the service they went above and beyond in every way. Respectful, sensitive and warm.  They listened to my every wish and gave perfection🕊️ Thankyou Orlando you are an absolute shining star and I’d go as far to say an Angel🕊️

  • 5 Kirsty Hughes 26th Mar 2026

    I cannot thank Mark enough, for all he has done for me, during this very difficult time.  I really was like a rabbit in headlights, not knowing where to start, or what to do but Mark guided me through each step and process, allowing me to go at my pace.  He really has gone above and beyond to ensure my requests were fulfilled (and I can be quite needy!) The service was absolutely beautiful and everything went through flawlessly.  Thank you so much for absolutely everything you have done and continue to do.

  • 4 Scott Leighton 24th Mar 2026

    Very considerate service offered. They take care of everything.

  • 5 Jane Sharp 15th Mar 2026

    I am so glad that I used Oak Funeral Services for my husband’s funeral.  Orlando’s professionalism, kindness, honesty, advice, excellent communication and patience certainly helped me at this difficult time.  I would not hesitate to recommend Oak Funeral Services.  Jane Sharp, Watchet

  • 5 Troy Hall 1st Mar 2026

    At such a hard and sad time Oak Funeral were superb. As a family we can't thank the staff enough. Throughout the whole process they remained sympathetic, understanding, totally professional, always contactable and nothing was to much trouble. Even changing details at the last minute was no problem.
    A big Thank You to Nick, Orlando and Mark.

  • 5 Connor Murphy 31st Jan 2026

    The funeral was prefect, they made sure everything we wanted was followed through, they was kind and caring and nick was truly amazing and also Julie done the service wonderfully we can’t thankyou enough for everything you have done 

  • 5 Pamela George 18th Dec 2025

    Excellent caring service provided by Oak

  • 5 Stuart Finch 29th Oct 2025

    Orlando was professional, empathetic and one of the nicest Funeral Directors I’ve dealt with.  From the first point of contact, his care and understanding was impeccable.  I would have no hesitation in recommending Orlando to manage any funeral service.

  • 5 Ruth Brooks 27th Oct 2025

    We would especially like to thank Nick for his kindness, constant communication and professionalism. It certainly made the whole process a lot less stressful. From the beginning to the end everything was handled very efficiently and ran smoothly on the day. Thank you to Nick and all the team. 

  • 5 Paul Anstey 25th Oct 2025

    Oak funeral services were superb from beginning to end of my wife’s funeral. 
    Nothing was too much trouble and the funeral day was faultless.very professional and greatly appreciated by me and my family. 

  • 5 Sam Warren 7th Oct 2025

    Orlando and the oak team were absolutely fantastic with my dad's funeral. They went above and beyond for us and they honoured my dad's wishes from his death right to the burial of his ashes. I knew my dad was in safe hands with oak funeral services. Nothing was ever a problem for Orlando he was fantastic throughout the whole journey. I Would highly recommend oak funeral services to anyone who loses someone they make the hardest time that little bit easier and the support they give you is amazing. Thank you Orlando and everyone at oak funeral service

  • 5 Paul Brooke 12th Aug 2025

    The team showed genuine compassion and kindness at one of the hardest and most emotional times of our lives. They provided truly exceptional care and support, guiding us gently through every step, listening to what we wanted, and making sure every detail was just right. Their patience and sensitivity made a challenging process feel more manageable, and their genuine care for dad and our family brought great comfort.
    Thank you so much… we will always be grateful for the respect and dignity showed.

  • 5 Alison Langdon 12th Jun 2025

    The most professional and caring undertakers

    From the first call Julie was amazing and took us through the process and what we needed to do.
    She was so knowledgeable, sympathetic and extremely helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
    I would highly recommend Oak Funeral Services 

  • 5 Ann Routley 4th Jun 2025

    Orlando was professional, compassionate and guiding, He helped us so much since Dad’s passing, God Bless You! 

    With thanks from, Ann Routley & Family x

Address
34 Long Street
Williton
Somerset
TA4 4QU

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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

Professional Standards

  • SAIF Member

    Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.

    What they do

    • Inspects businesses before granting membership
    • Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
    • Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong

Latest Verified Reviews

Sally Bradish 2nd Sep 2026

Very respectful and responsive, excellent service on such a sad event

Charlie Hill 2nd Sep 2026

Orlando and his colleages have been amazing, through a difficult situation nothing has been to much they have been very understanding and compassionate. We cannot thank them enough.

Edward Miller 18th Aug 2026

Regarding my son's funeral: Orlando and his team provided a caring and professional service throughout. Family Members from my daughter, his sister, to his adult children have been unanimous in their praise of the wonderful service and experience provided. My family and I have no problem recommending Oak Funeral Services for other families in a similar situation to us.

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