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.

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Karen Holmes 6th Oct 2025

Pinder’s have organised 3 family funerals for us and are, without doubt, the most caring, professional and helpful funeral directors you could wish for.  No request is ever too much for them, and their vast experience and knowledge ensured we were able to leave all arrangements to them, knowing the funeral would be perfect.  We cannot thank John and his team enough for their support and their kindness throughout, what is, a very difficult time. Karen Holmes 

Paula Cawston 4th Oct 2025

After previous experience of W.E Pinder when my grandma passed away we knew how kind, respectful and professional they are. My mum was diagnosed with cancer in July and was given limited time. While she could she wanted to speak to John about what she wanted for when it was her time to leave us. John came and visited mum, went through everything she could make choices on for when the time came. When she passed away at home she was treated by John and his team with such respect and dignity. John has been there for us every step of the way in person, on the phone and by email. I cannot recommend W.E Pinder highly enough, especially John for helping us through this immensely difficult time. 

Clair Wright 29th Sep 2025

Pinders made everything straightforward at a very difficult time. John Pinder met us with kindness, patience and thoughtfulness. He guided us through the choices we needed to make and through the funeral itself so we didn't need to worry about anything. Thank you.  

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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

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

Stephen   Gardner (Steve)

Stephen Gardner (Steve)

Jan 1949 - May 2026

Eleanor   Hall

Eleanor Hall

Jan 1937 - May 2026

Trev   Davies

Trev Davies

Jun 1950 - May 2026

Anthony    Richard Dewick

Anthony Richard Dewick

May 1967 - May 2026

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Karen Holmes 6th Oct 2025

    Pinder’s have organised 3 family funerals for us and are, without doubt, the most caring, professional and helpful funeral directors you could wish for.  No request is ever too much for them, and their vast experience and knowledge ensured we were able to leave all arrangements to them, knowing the funeral would be perfect.  We cannot thank John and his team enough for their support and their kindness throughout, what is, a very difficult time.
    Karen Holmes 

  • 5 Paula Cawston 4th Oct 2025

    After previous experience of W.E Pinder when my grandma passed away we knew how kind, respectful and professional they are.
    My mum was diagnosed with cancer in July and was given limited time. While she could she wanted to speak to John about what she wanted for when it was her time to leave us. John came and visited mum, went through everything she could make choices on for when the time came.
    When she passed away at home she was treated by John and his team with such respect and dignity. John has been there for us every step of the way in person, on the phone and by email. I cannot recommend W.E Pinder highly enough, especially John for helping us through this immensely difficult time. 

  • 5 Clair Wright 29th Sep 2025

    Pinders made everything straightforward at a very difficult time. John Pinder met us with kindness, patience and thoughtfulness. He guided us through the choices we needed to make and through the funeral itself so we didn't need to worry about anything. Thank you.  

  • 5 Dan Cowlam 26th Sep 2025

    Absolutely perfect.  Could not have done more to help us in these difficult times 

  • 5 Melissa Sherwin-Gill 26th Sep 2025

    An excellent, professional and bespoke service from Tom Pinder and all staff involved in creating a very special day for a wonderful lady. Thank you.

  • 5 David Knox 16th Sep 2025

    John was very professional and everything ran smoothly

  • 5 Ellie Bowen 14th Sep 2025

    Fantastic service, nothing was too much trouble. Everything felt like it was taken care of and that we didn’t need to worry about the small details. 
    It was the perfect Celebration of Life for Mum

  • 5 Megan Paczkowski 2nd Sep 2025

    We recently used W E Pinder for the funeral of Carol Ann Paczkowski and the service was absolutely amazing. Everything was done exactly as requested with the highest level of professionalism. The team made everything work smoothly, always had back-up plans in place, and were extremely accommodating and honest throughout. The quality of service was outstanding, and the care and attention shown meant so much to our family. W E Pinder are a brilliant family-run funeral directors with a truly lovely team. We would highly recommend them.

    Huge thanks to Michael Pinder. 

  • 5 Dave George 26th Aug 2025

    We have used Pinders for many years, they never disappoint. The memorial slideshow they made with paper and digital photos was simply beautiful. Funeral went like clockwork, very highly recommended. 

  • 5 Rebecca Clarke 25th Aug 2025

    A first class service from Michael and all the team at W.E Pinder. Such care and compassion shown to the family at every stage, making a very difficult time much easier to navigate.

  • 5 Carole Barlow 24th Aug 2025

    My daughters funeral wishes were catered for with such compassion and care.Iwas listened to and everything I requested was carried out. I would recommend WE Pinder to anyone going through a very sad time.Thank you John

  • 5 Beth Pearson 20th Aug 2025

    Fantastic service from Chris and the team.

  • 5 Chris Smith 9th Aug 2025

    On behalf of Joan Williams' family a big heartfelt thank you to Tom and his team.

    Tom was lovely to speak to throughout the whole process and a real credit to the Pinder family.

    Very professional, attendant and personal service, making this difficult experience a pleasant one.

  • 5 Nicola Bloore 28th Jul 2025

    Excellent throughout, nothing was a bother to them, i have used this company three times now, and they have amazed me everytime .
    Michael was outstanding and explained everything step by step.
    When it is my time to go. I have told my family that I want Pinders to look after me.

  • 5 David Wallis 26th Jul 2025

    Thoughtful helpful and respectful from first contact and continuing help and support through arrangements,service and after.
    Thankyou very much!!

  • 5 Diane Robinson 20th Jul 2025

    John and his team can't thank them enough . Went above and beyond nothing was to much . Would highly recommend.

  • 5 Sandra Allen 2nd Jul 2025

    Fantastic service from the start. Tom was very caring, compassionate, professional,understanding and supportive throughout. Tom organised everything for us and we will be forever grateful to him for everything. I would highly recommend Pinders to anyone.

  • 5 Laura Scawthon 23rd Jun 2025

    Pinders have been amazing throughout, from the first phone call through till our final goodbye. They made the hardest time of our lives that little bit easier. Knowing they treated my Dad with so much dignity and respect, and like he was a member of their own family. We really can’t thank them enough. 

  • 5 Karen Murphy 23rd Jun 2025

    Tom Pinder couldn’t do enough for us. He was caring and sensitive and very professional. Would highly recommend their company. 

  • 5 Kate Stow 27th May 2025

    John helped us cope at the worst possible time of our lives. His guidance and support was so important to us and we are so grateful for how he looked after our Mum. 

  • 5 Russ Thompson 13th May 2025

    Absolutely amazing could not do enough for me. They made me feel very relaxed and let me do everything at my pace.  I would always recommend them. Their choice of celebrant Craig Tyler was perfect. 

  • 5 Hannah Parry 7th May 2025

    Our family had the pleasure of meeting with Michael, from Pinders, who helped us plan my Nanna’s funeral. From the moment he met with our family, we were put at ease and immediately felt like everything was under control. Each element of the funeral was planned to perfection, even down to the colour of the ties that the Pinders team were wearing. A well organised, fitting service, which reflected her life. We can’t thank Michael enough for all his support in the planning and run up to the day. We would highly recommend the W. E. Pinders family business. 

  • 5 Kirsty Bowser 2nd May 2025

    I cannot recommend John Pinder and his team enough.
    He took care of every aspect and guided us through the process with professionalism and compassion.
    His attention to detail and organisational skills are second to none. Thank you so much.

  • 5 Patricia McMillan 28th Apr 2025

    We couldn’t have chosen anyone better than WE Pinder &Son for my husband Allan McMillan’s funeral.  Special mention to   Chris Hurton for all the help and support he gave our family. The day was faultless and special. Thank you 

  • 5 Tony Merryweather 24th Apr 2025

    As a family we can’t speak highly enough of John and the team. Absolute professionalism throughout exercised with compassion and sensitivity. On what was a difficult day, they took the responsibility away and gave us confidence that our dear mum was treated with dignity. 

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Karen Holmes 6th Oct 2025

Pinder’s have organised 3 family funerals for us and are, without doubt, the most caring, professional and helpful funeral directors you could wish for.  No request is ever too much for them, and their vast experience and knowledge ensured we were able to leave all arrangements to them, knowing the funeral would be perfect.  We cannot thank John and his team enough for their support and their kindness throughout, what is, a very difficult time. Karen Holmes 

Paula Cawston 4th Oct 2025

After previous experience of W.E Pinder when my grandma passed away we knew how kind, respectful and professional they are. My mum was diagnosed with cancer in July and was given limited time. While she could she wanted to speak to John about what she wanted for when it was her time to leave us. John came and visited mum, went through everything she could make choices on for when the time came. When she passed away at home she was treated by John and his team with such respect and dignity. John has been there for us every step of the way in person, on the phone and by email. I cannot recommend W.E Pinder highly enough, especially John for helping us through this immensely difficult time. 

Clair Wright 29th Sep 2025

Pinders made everything straightforward at a very difficult time. John Pinder met us with kindness, patience and thoughtfulness. He guided us through the choices we needed to make and through the funeral itself so we didn't need to worry about anything. Thank you.  

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