A.P McDonald Funeral Services

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Family-run, community focused funeral directors in Devizes, Wiltshire, serving the local community with tailored, thoughtful funeral arrangements.

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

28 Maryport Street
Devizes
Wiltshire
SN10 1AG

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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

A.P McDonald Funeral Services in Devizes, Wiltshire, are a community focused, family-run funeral directors. Ashley and Paul have a combined 19 years experience in the funeral profession and are ready to help in every step of arranging a funeral for your loved one.

You can choose from a range of pre-made funeral packages to suit your budget, and A.P McDonald are happy to offer completely bespoke funerals to fit your loved one's exact wishes. All religious faiths and denominations are welcome as well as humanist and non-religious celebrations of life.

You can choose from a range of coffins, caskets and urns, including traditional hardwoods, wood veneers and eco-friendly materials including wool, bamboo and handwoven willow. There is a fleet of modern funeral transport including limousines and hearses, and you can request unique options such as horse-drawn or motorcycle hearses.

A.P McDonald Funeral Services' funeral home in Devizes has a dedicated chapel of rest where you can spend time with your loved one and comfortable meeting rooms where you can discuss funeral arrangements in peace. It's open during business hours and 24/7 phone support is available.

Get in touch with A.P McDonald today and find out how they can assist you in creating the perfect send off for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

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Denys Jones

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Valerie Webb

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Alex Daines

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families mention the care and compassion shown to them throughout the funeral process, describing how staff put them at ease during a difficult time and treated both the deceased and the bereaved with dignity and respect. Numerous reviews note that communication was clear and consistent, with families kept informed of each step, their questions answered promptly, and staff described as always available and willing to accommodate requests no matter how large or small. Several describe the funeral day itself running smoothly and professionally, with meticulous attention to detail and organisation that allowed families to focus on celebrating their loved one's life rather than worrying about logistics.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Gary Belcher 9th Mar 2026

    Great staff and service,nothing was to much trouble before, during and after. Would highly recommend

  • 5 Jacqueline George 24th Feb 2026

    Paul and the team are so caring and sensitive and helped us through a very difficult time. Our requests, whether big or small, were always accommodated without question, and everything was exactly as we hoped.

  • 5 Fiona Underwood 24th Feb 2026

    I cannot thank the team enough, especially Paul and Ashley, for the care and compassion they showed me when my mum passed away. From the very first moment, they treated her — and I — with such dignity, kindness, and respect.

    During one of the hardest times in my life, they guided me gently through every step of the process. Nothing ever felt rushed or clinical; everything was handled with warmth and understanding. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions patiently, and made sure Mum was cared for beautifully.

    On the day of the funeral, everything was perfectly organised and carried out with such professionalism and sensitivity. It gave my family and I, real comfort knowing she was in such capable and compassionate hands right through to her burial.

    I am truly grateful for the support I received and continue to receive, and would wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone facing the loss of a loved one. Their kindness made an unbearable time just a little bit easier to bear.

    Fiona Underwood 

  • 5 Michelle House 3rd Feb 2026

    Paul, Ashley and Sam are amazing. From the start to finish they showed so much care and kindness to Heather and her family, nothing was too much. The respect they showed us all was outstanding, thank you

  • 5 Joe Mottram 27th Jan 2026

    Such a professional calming process.
    Made everything so much easier.

  • 5 Carolyn Bryant 18th Jan 2026

    Paul and his team were outstanding with the funeral of my father , He was very professional from start to finish and helped us get through a very difficult time .

  • 5 Sarah Beaven 13th Jan 2026

    What an amazing service. Kind, caring and compassionate. Nothing was too much trouble.

  • 5 Toni Parker 17th Dec 2025

    We as a family cant thank A.P McDonald enough. Everything was handled with care, the service was exactly what we wanted. Highly recommended.

  • 5 Debbie Swain 16th Dec 2025

    Paul and his team were very kind, caring and supportive during this very difficult time. They gave a personal, dignified and professional service.
    They arranged the extras, flowers (from The Blossom Tree), order of service and the celebrant (Peter)who met with the family to research
    my late husband Paul's life to capture memories of him at the service.
    I would highly recommend their excellent service.
    Thank you Paul and the team for providing a lovely send off for my husband.

  • 5 Darren Jones 28th Nov 2025

    We couldn't have asked for a more friendly and professional company and the people were just amazing and caring throughout the whole process.

  • 5 Ken Brown 9th Nov 2025

    Lovely family run business in Devizes. Superb advice,,support, and kindness which all our family appreciated at a very difficult and distressing time for us all.

    First class funeral directors that we highly recommend without hesitation. Deceased loved ones will be in good and safe hands and treated with respect of the highest order.

  • 5 Sarah Reeves 8th Nov 2025

    Thank you to Paul, Ashley and Sam for their genuine care, empathy and support. Throughout the organisation process, nothing was too much trouble making what is a difficult time just that little bit easier. For anyone facing this journey I can not recommend them highly enough. 

  • 5 Clare Garland 5th Nov 2025

    We cannot recommend enough. Paul and his team are the most caring people. They made us feel supported, and removed any worry from the process. I felt Mum was in good hands. 
    Amazing service. Beautiful people. 

  • 5 Emma Trusler 4th Nov 2025

    I cannot praise Paul and Ashley enough, so compassionate and caring, covering everything we needed to do to give our mum the best possible send off. Always there for any questions we needed answered. Also providing us with Duncan the amazing celebrant. 
    I would definitely highly recommend A.P McDonald funeral services to everyone I know. Thankyou from myself and my family 

  • 5 Kate Watt 28th Oct 2025

    Thank you for all of you help, support and advice during my difficult time, I was always welcomed with the utmost respect and compassion 
    Kind regards 
    KW

  • 5 James Walker 20th Oct 2025

    The team at A P McDonald were truly exceptional. They handled everything for our mums funeral with such care,  compassion and professionalism during such a difficult time. Their kindness and attention to detail made all the difference to our family , each step handled with each family member in mind adding personal touches we wouldn’t have even thought of. 
    We are truly grateful for the guidance and genuine care Paul and Ashley gave us. We couldn’t have asked for better support. 

  • 5 John Cox 10th Oct 2025

    A very personal service from efficient and caring staff. As a grieving husband I found their support a great help. 

  • 5 David Sibun 13th Sep 2025

    Paul and his team have provided an excellent service. I could not have asked for better people to look after Muriel. It was professional, efficient, compassionate and supportive.

  • 5 Mark Roberts 5th Sep 2025

    The service from start to finish from Ashley and Paul was top class. They showed care and empathy whilst ensuring that our every wish was seen to. I can throughly recommend them.

  • 5 Louise Watson 19th Aug 2025

    We couldn’t have asked for more.
    You went above and beyond for our loved one and for our family. Your compassion, care, and attention to detail meant so much to us during this difficult time. Met every request and expectation, even a donkey for the final journey . 
    Truly the best funeral directors around.
    Thank you for everything—from the bottom of our hearts.

  • 5 Margaret Sheridan 3rd Aug 2025

    I can't thank you enough for your kindness, practical advice, care & compassion during this awful time & so grateful for the respect shown to my late son.

  • 5 Tash Bishop 25th Jun 2025

    A.P Mcdonald Funeral Services go above and beyond with their compassion, professionalism, and ability to handle difficult situations with empathy and care. Ashley’s clear communication, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile to support our grieving family meant we were comforted during a very difficult time. They all helped to managing the whole process efficiently, and tailored the service to reflect the wishes of our mum and us as a family. 
    We will forever be grateful! Highly recommended 🤍

  • 5 Liz Sharpe 9th Mar 2025

    I can’t rate this team highly enough. They are a lovely family business and they all excel at what they do. They have made the whole process so seamless and stress-free for us, nothing was too much trouble. 

  • 5 Georgia Carpenter 31st Jan 2025

    Very professional and helpful

  • 5 Mandy Little 22nd Jan 2025

    It is hard to put into words how to say thank you to Paul and the team, they were brilliant from start to finish. Mum could not have had a better send off.
    Thank you A P McDonald Funeral Services x

Address
28 Maryport Street
Devizes
Wiltshire
SN10 1AG

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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

Gary Belcher 9th Mar 2026

Great staff and service,nothing was to much trouble before, during and after. Would highly recommend

Jacqueline George 24th Feb 2026

Paul and the team are so caring and sensitive and helped us through a very difficult time. Our requests, whether big or small, were always accommodated without question, and everything was exactly as we hoped.

Fiona Underwood 24th Feb 2026

I cannot thank the team enough, especially Paul and Ashley, for the care and compassion they showed me when my mum passed away. From the very first moment, they treated her — and I — with such dignity, kindness, and respect. During one of the hardest times in my life, they guided me gently through every step of the process. Nothing ever felt rushed or clinical; everything was handled with warmth and understanding. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions patiently, and made sure Mum was cared for beautifully. On the day of the funeral, everything was perfectly organised and carried out with such professionalism and sensitivity. It gave my family and I, real comfort knowing she was in such capable and compassionate hands right through to her burial. I am truly grateful for the support I received and continue to receive, and would wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone facing the loss of a loved one. Their kindness made an unbearable time just a little bit easier to bear. Fiona Underwood 

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