Stuart Foster Funeral Services

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Independent funeral directors in Yeovil, serving Somerset with professional and personal funeral services

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

27 Market Street
Yeovil
Somerset
BA20 1HZ

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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

Stuart Foster Funeral Services in Yeovil opened in 2018 and has quickly gained a positive reputation in the local community, priding themselves on giving professional and personal service to families.

Stuart Foster will put your loved one at the centre of the arrangement process. They have a choice of dedicated male and female funeral directors with a supporting team of bearers and "deceased in-to-care" response teams covering the local area 24/7, waiting to serve the community whenever they are needed.

The entire team at Stuart Foster Funeral Services pride themselves on being caring and compassionate. When grieving families make the initial phone call, it is important that they feel supported in their time of need, and also guided through all aspects of losing a loved one from registration to arranging a beautiful funeral. With Stuart Foster, you will be assured that you will be treated with the utmost care and attention.

Stuart Foster Funeral Services Ltd are proud members of SAIF (The National Society Of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors). This means that you can be reassured that every aspect of their service is held to the highest standards in the industry.

You can contact Stuart Foster Funeral Services in Yeovil at any time of day or night, and the funeral home staff will be on call to help you begin arranging the best possible funeral service for you and your loved one.

What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families mention the compassionate and caring approach shown by Stuart and his team throughout the funeral arrangements, with staff taking time to listen to their wishes and making them feel genuinely supported during an extremely difficult time. Several describe how the team removed stress and pressure from the process by organising everything methodically, handling both practical and emotional needs, so families could focus on grieving rather than worrying about logistics or decisions.

A number of reviews highlight the Butterfly Rooms venue, noting how having a personalised setting for the service and wake, rather than a crematorium, created a more intimate and celebratory atmosphere that allowed them to say goodbye in a way that felt right for their loved one. Many families also praise the professionalism and attention to detail shown on the day itself, from the appearance of staff and vehicles to the smooth running of the service, combined with the personal touches that made each funeral feel individual and tailored to the person being remembered.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Simon Scarborough 19th Mar 2021

    Really great service and thoroughly professional throughout, I can thoroughly recommend Stuart and his team, they are a real pleasure to deal with.

  • 5 Lisa David 7th Mar 2021

    We felt as ease as soon as we met Stuart, he was calming, sensitive and very professional. We were helped through the whole process and we cannot thank him and his colleges enough, he gave such a personal touch and was always available for any questions and go out of his way to help. I would highly recommend his services to anyone who has lost a love one, the word I would use is amazing, Thank you so much.

  • 5 Ali McCann 2nd Mar 2021

    Massive thanks to Stuart and his team, they are all amazing people. Nothing is too much trouble and everything is attended to in such a kind and gentle manner, leaving us feeling totally at ease, which during a difficult time for all was absolutely perfect. Would recommend highly to anyone needing that personal caring touch that Stuart and team will not disappoint in any way.

  • 5 Susan Dhopatkar 2nd Mar 2021

    Stuart was first and foremost very kind and sympathetic. He was patient as we struggled to make decisions and guided us gently through the whole process. He explained the layout of the crematorium to reassure me and came up with lovely suggestions for the whole family. Mum would have approved. Would thoroughly recommend.

  • 5 Anna Robinson 2nd Mar 2021

    Stuart Foster funeral services have been excellent during such a hard time. From the moment I first rang them, they have been wonderful. From being kept informed to making sure I knew they were there to help anyway they could. They made a very stressful time a little bit easier. Thank you!

  • 5 Kelly Lloyd 5th Feb 2021

    I cannot thank Stuart and his team enough for the support with my dad passing. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was handled in a professional and sensitive way.From organising the funeral to support with the family we will be forever be grateful for what you did for us.Stuart is extremely professional at his job and always tries to put the personal touches to each individual.I would 100% recommend his services 

  • 5 Neil Croft 5th Feb 2021

    We were dealt with gently and with such consideration as this is something done very few times in ones life it is unlikely we would have any understanding of the process. This is where Stuart was able to guide us through the necessary details and explain the options available to us. I cannot recommend Stuart and his company more highly. 

  • 5 Kevin Johnston 5th Feb 2021

    What can I say, what a professional and sympathetic service , everything was taken care of from start to finish, Jo was absolutely amazing and was so kind hearted, she had all the time in the world for us and even had suggestions that we hadn't thought of. "Amazing" and although I hate to say it as feels a weird thing to say ...I would use there services again in a heart beat just hopefully not to soon.
    Thankyou Stuart and Jo xx

  • 5 Chris Winter 5th Feb 2021

    Stuart was very kind, patient and understanding. And diplomatic when it became necessary!

  • 5 Emma Greaves 5th Feb 2021

    Stuart and his team have been so supportive through the passing of my Mum. They are so helpful and on hand 24/7 should you need anything. You truly feel they care and that has meant so much during this very sad and difficult time. 

  • 5 Sarah Taylor 23rd Jan 2021

    I had never had to plan a funeral before and didn't know where to start. From the first meeting Stuart made us feel at ease. He was transparent with prices, communication was easy and he kept us fully informed at all times. My Mum was treated with dignity and respect at all times. Kind, caring and professional, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

  • 5 Craig Barron 22nd Jan 2021

    Stuart and his team went above and beyond when taking care of my dear mums funeral.
    They made the hardest of times seem that little bit more bearable, I can not thank stuart and his team enough for how they looked after and cared not only for my mum but for my whole family i would recommend them to anyone .

  • 5 Shirley Ridler 20th Jan 2021

    I can thoroughly recommend Stuart and his team.  Professional yet very caring and understanding. 

  • 5 Bryan Underwood 17th Jan 2021

    Stuart Foster Funeral Services were very helpful, compassionate and professional with the arrangements for our stepmother, nothing was too much bother Stuart and his staff and all their kindness was very much appreciated at such a difficult time.

  • 5 Pamela Maclean 14th Jan 2021

    Very kind, sympathetic service. Felt very personal and I felt very much looked after.

  • 5 Phil Peach 13th Jan 2021

    From making the first call I cannot tell you how wonderful if was to deal with Stuart and Jo. They both made what already a hard thing to deal with so much easier, And always at the end of the phone either day or night.

  • 5 Jonny Sculthorpe 12th Jan 2021

    Excellent service very helpful   Sorted everything from flowers to celebrate would highly recommend 

  • 5 Lynn Trebley 12th Jan 2021

    Stuart and Jo could not have been any better They arrived to take my Mum away and Stuart told me then what a privilege it was to look after Mum He was so respectful but  very normal The funeral itself went off without a hitch and Stuart kept in touch with me the whole time we were organising everything I would highly recommend his service 

  • 5 Sue Staunton 12th Jan 2021

    First class service throughout. I would highly recommend Stuart Foster for their professionalism, compassion, efficiency and all at a very reasonable price with no hidden extras.

  • 5 Angie Harris 12th Jan 2021

    Staurt and his staff, went above and beyond our expectations to make Tony's funeral, the most perfect and fitting way for us to say goodbye.

  • 5 Jan Kelley 12th Jan 2021

    Dealing with Stuart was absolutely wonderful he made us all feel at ease and his service went above and beyond nothing was to much trouble for him so thank you Stuart for everything you’ve done and continue to do 

  • 5 Stephen Grinter 12th Jan 2021

    Stuart was courteous and professional throughout the whole process, which wasn’t made any easier by COVID restrictions. All arrangements had to be made remotely. Understanding our needs and making suggestions, he and his team took all of the stress and worry out of the process leading up to the funeral and were socially distant but always on hand if required on the day. Thoroughly recommended - thank you

  • 5 Neil Johnson 14th Dec 2020

    Very professional service!
    Nothing was to much and they took care of everything for us.
    They checked on us as a family to make sure we were all ok and coping with the loss of my Dad.
    We would all strongly recommend Stuart and his team.

  • 5 Dave Escott 11th Dec 2020

    Absolutely brilliant. Very helpful and compassionate and always there to talk if u need it 

  • 5 Kelly Fletcher 11th Dec 2020

    Very Understanding and supportive at this difficult time, took care of everything with nothing being too much trouble. Fair prices and lovely staff.

Address
27 Market Street
Yeovil
Somerset
BA20 1HZ

Open map

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

Simon Scarborough 19th Mar 2021

Really great service and thoroughly professional throughout, I can thoroughly recommend Stuart and his team, they are a real pleasure to deal with.

Lisa David 7th Mar 2021

We felt as ease as soon as we met Stuart, he was calming, sensitive and very professional. We were helped through the whole process and we cannot thank him and his colleges enough, he gave such a personal touch and was always available for any questions and go out of his way to help. I would highly recommend his services to anyone who has lost a love one, the word I would use is amazing, Thank you so much.

Ali McCann 2nd Mar 2021

Massive thanks to Stuart and his team, they are all amazing people. Nothing is too much trouble and everything is attended to in such a kind and gentle manner, leaving us feeling totally at ease, which during a difficult time for all was absolutely perfect. Would recommend highly to anyone needing that personal caring touch that Stuart and team will not disappoint in any way.

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