W E Pinder

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Built on the values of care, courtesy and respect, W.E. Pinder & Son Funeral Directors has been a respected name in Bawtry and the surrounding area for more than 100 years.

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

19 Thorne Road
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN10 6QL

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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

  • NAFD Member

    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
  • 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

W.E. Pinder & Son is a funeral director who is committed to providing funeral arrangement services that best reflect the life of your loved one. They are an independent, family-run business, which has served the local community for over 100 years.

Their professional staff will ensure that you receive an affordable and appropriate service arranged in accordance with your wishes so you can give your loved one the respectful and dignified funeral that they deserve.

Whether you are looking for a traditional service or something more bespoke, their range of services are sure to meet your requirements. They can provide traditional, horse-drawn and motorcycle hearse types, a variety of coffins, caskets and urns, cremation jewellery and other keepsakes, and more.

If you would like to discuss your options with a funeral director who has been serving the local community for over 100 years, contact W.E. Pinder & Son today.

Latest Obituaries

Laraine   Brough

Laraine Brough

Feb 1946 - Jun 2026

George   Wright

George Wright

Apr 1933 - May 2026

Wendy   Boer

Wendy Boer

Jun 1967 - May 2026

Walt   Moseley

Walt Moseley

Jan 1930 - Jun 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasise the exceptional care and attention to detail shown to their loved ones throughout the process, from the moment of collection through to the funeral service itself. Several describe how staff members made them feel genuinely supported during an incredibly difficult time, with nothing ever being too much trouble and arrangements handled with both professionalism and personal warmth.

Families frequently comment on how smoothly the funeral day unfolded, with careful coordination and planning evident in every aspect. A number of reviews note the quality of communication and guidance received from first contact onwards, describing how staff took time to listen to their wishes and explained each step clearly, reducing worry and allowing families to focus on remembering their loved ones.

Many mention the reasonable pricing relative to the quality of service provided, alongside appreciation for how the team handled additional arrangements such as flowers, music, slideshows, and venue coordination, effectively removing logistical burden from grieving families.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Lynn Barrer 29th Nov 2020

    I cannot praise them enough, they explained and guided us through the process, making it as smooth as possible. They listened to what was wanted and made sure everyone was included. Very professional but with a human touch, which made a difficult time more bearable. Thank you.

  • 5 Christine Wolstenholme 23rd Nov 2020

    John was exceptionally considerate and understanding in such a difficult time. All concerns were addressed in a highly professional way whilst still retaining a human touch and made the organisation of the funeral arrangements as
    stress free as possible.

    Thanks again to John and his team for their excellent service. 

  • 5 Clive Watson 23rd Nov 2020

    At a time when you are at your lowest you need a Professional to help you out and that is exactly what John did.
    Highly recommended,The day ran like clockwork, proper family business that cares.

  • 5 Sarah Edwards 22nd Nov 2020

    I cannot recommend W.E.Pinder highly enough. Every request was carried out to the highest possible level. A truly personal send off for our beautiful Mum. As a control freak it’s hard to let go of the reigns but I had total trust in their ability to solve any problems which might occur. 

  • 5 Chelsea Owens 27th Oct 2020

    John was warm and friendly from the first time we met. Nothing was too much trouble and he was able to answer any questions etc.
    The kindness John showed me and the family made a difficult and upsetting time that bit easier. I am very thankful to the team who looked after my dad and made him look like the dad that I remember and loved. Highly recommend Pinders Funeral Directors, thankyou so much to you all!

  • 5 Alex Prior 17th Oct 2020

    Very helpful, and utterly professional throughout.

  • 5 Sally Clarkson 22nd Sep 2020

    Thankyou...you made the unbareable bareable

  • 5 Liz Humphries 24th Aug 2020

    We were supported by Michael at W E Pinders, who was caring, considerate and highly professional. Along with his colleagues, he took the very best care of our father after he passed away.

    Highly recommend W E Pinders.

  • 5 Ryan Blackburn 16th Aug 2020

    John was absolutely spectacular throughout the entire process. He tailored each individual request and made a difficult experience into a perfectly executed special experience to say goodbye to our Grandad. Everything from transport to advice and support were all managed in a respectful and caring manner. Thank you for everything.

  • 5 Janet Hardcastle 15th Aug 2020

    John pinder made all the arrangements so easy to follow and the care taken with my mother in law being prepared for our chapel visit was outstanding.the gesture on the funeral day of offering a flower  from the family spray touched everyone.a big thank you from all the family

  • 5 Ellen Johnson 4th Aug 2020

    I am very impressed with John Pinder's professionism. He was friendly, sympathic and flexible in his approach which made the arrangement of my husband's funeral a lot less stressful than I anticipated and my husband's funeral went ahead smoothy without a hitch. Many thanks

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  • 5 Dawn Miller-Abbiss 23rd Jul 2020

    Caring, considerate, thoughtful, and just outstanding from start to finish. 100% recommended!

  • 5 Valerie Willcock 3rd Jul 2020

    Thankyou for all you have done so far and for taking us to see Barry Thanks very much From Joy,Val & Ann

  • 5 Maureen Dormer 14th Jun 2020

    Under the circumstances of coved 19 the services from coming to collect Tony to arranging the funeral was excellent .The day I came to see Tony at the chapel of rest I was treated with great care and comfort Tony looked so peaceful .The day  of the funeral  all my wishes was carried out to perfection. Thank you for your words of comfort and for everything you did. Regards  D ee Dormer’.

  • 5 Jennifer Lambert 31st May 2020

    Thank you so much to John Pinder for making all the arrangements for my husband’s funeral with such calm, friendly reassurance.  Also for making the celebration of his life a beautiful mark of respect to a wonderful man.  
    Truly excellent service at every stage. 

  • 5 Graham Titford 18th May 2020

    We hold them in the highest regard. They have guided us along the way, keeping us fully informed at all times and have been extremely sympathetic in all our dealings. They have certainty done everything they possibly can to ease our grief. 
    We would recommend their services without reservation.

  • 5 Richard Chambers 21st Apr 2020

    W E Pinders are local to us and have helped us with our family members funerals. they all ways do a great job, are respectful, reasonable priced and care about its customers. I would not hesitate to use them again in the future.

  • 5 Alan Prendergast 10th Apr 2020

    A very professional and caring company who put the feelings of their customers first. Nothing is too much trouble for them and all our options Re afterlife care were explained in a very compassionate and caring manner. I would have no second thoughts in recommending John and his colleagues.

  • 5 Jayne Mann 3rd Apr 2020

    Extremely professional and exactly what you need when you are bereaved. 

  • 5 Steven Lewis 30th Mar 2020

    The death of a family member is never going to be an easy time but John at WE Pinder made the preparations for their funeral as straight forward as possible. He added a caring human touch from start to finish and ensured the service was undertaken as per our wishes. I would like to thank John and the team for their support at this difficult time. 

  • 5 Louise Ellis 27th Mar 2020

    Great warm, friendly and personal service from John and his team. As a family we have used his services a couple of times and will use him in the future too.

  • 5 Peter Beard 20th Mar 2020

    John and his team provided an excellent professional service and at all times handled everything with dignity. I am very grateful for their sympathetic and friendly approach.

  • 5 Susan Baines 17th Mar 2020

    Caring , helpful and supportive from the moment we picked up the phone . Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so very much Chris, your kindness was much appreciated. Would highly recommend your services.

  • 5 Gary Mulligan 25th Feb 2020

    John and the team have been fantastic throughout, taking away the stress from the family at such a hard time. They are available 24/7 and have constantly been in touch to ensure everything went as planned both before and following the funeral. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you for making a difficult time so much easier.

Address
19 Thorne Road
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN10 6QL

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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

  • NAFD Member

    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
  • 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

Lynn Barrer 29th Nov 2020

I cannot praise them enough, they explained and guided us through the process, making it as smooth as possible. They listened to what was wanted and made sure everyone was included. Very professional but with a human touch, which made a difficult time more bearable. Thank you.

Christine Wolstenholme 23rd Nov 2020

John was exceptionally considerate and understanding in such a difficult time. All concerns were addressed in a highly professional way whilst still retaining a human touch and made the organisation of the funeral arrangements as stress free as possible. Thanks again to John and his team for their excellent service. 

Clive Watson 23rd Nov 2020

At a time when you are at your lowest you need a Professional to help you out and that is exactly what John did. Highly recommended,The day ran like clockwork, proper family business that cares.

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