Pearce Funeral Services, Stratton St Margaret

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Pearce Funeral Services are an Independent family run business, who have gained a reputation for offering a dignified and personal service with compassion, courtesy and respect. The service is overseen by John Pearce, a funeral director with over 30 years experience who will take the time to listen and support you in arranging a fitting farewell for your loved one. Serving Swindon and all surrounding areas.

Latest Verified Reviews

Bindoo Rattan 8th Jul 2026

The best funeral directors in Swindon. We felt supported from the beginning. Communication was clear and they couldn't have been more supported when we asked numerous questions. Thank you John Pearce and your team.

Lazarus Fernandes 6th Jul 2026

Amazing job at providing excellent service

Pauline Kay 2nd Jul 2026

Pearce Funeral Services arranged my husband's funeral for me and I could not have wished for anything better. The whole thing was arranged with great empathy, the attention to every little detail was impeccable. I cannot recommend this company strongly enough; I will be eternally grateful for the unstinting help and support of the funeral assistant who guided me through this heartbreaking time in my life.

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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

92 Ermin Street
Stratton St Margaret
Wiltshire
SN3 4NN

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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

Pearce Funeral Services is an independent, family-run funeral directors serving Swindon and the surrounding areas. You will be able to make arrangements for your loved one’s funeral in the peaceful, welcoming atmosphere of the offices based on Rivenhall Road in Westlea or at the chapel of rest in Stratton St Margaret. Pearce’s funeral directors can also visit you in the comfort of your own home.

John Pearce DipFD MBIE offers many years’ experience serving the local community with quality funeral planning services for all religions and beliefs, including eco-friendly funerals. Services offered include help with publishing press notices in newspapers, choosing monumental masonry and floral tributes, printing service stationary, and catering for wakes.

With a 24/7 telephone line, operating 365 days a year, Pearce’s team is there for you when you need it most, and no upfront payments or deposits are required.

To find out more about arranging your loved one’s funeral and the options available to you, call Pearce Funeral Services now.

Latest Obituaries

Beryl    Sanders

Beryl Sanders

Oct 1929 - Jun 2026

Brenda    Archer 'Bren'

Brenda Archer 'Bren'

Mar 1946 - Jun 2026

Jean   Willows

Jean Willows

Apr 1949 - Jun 2026

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Bindoo Rattan 8th Jul 2026

    The best funeral directors in Swindon. We felt supported from the beginning. Communication was clear and they couldn't have been more supported when we asked numerous questions. Thank you John Pearce and your team.

  • 5 Lazarus Fernandes 6th Jul 2026

    Amazing job at providing excellent service

  • 5 Pauline Kay 2nd Jul 2026

    Pearce Funeral Services arranged my husband's funeral for me and I could not have wished for anything better. The whole thing was arranged with great empathy, the attention to every little detail was impeccable. I cannot recommend this company strongly enough; I will be eternally grateful for the unstinting help and support of the funeral assistant who guided me through this heartbreaking time in my life.

  • 5 Debbie Blake 30th Jun 2026

    Pearce Funeral Directors supported me with such kindness and dignity after the loss of my husband. Every step was handled with care, compassion, and respect. They guided me gently through an unbearable time and ensured my husband was honoured beautifully. I’m deeply grateful for their professionalism and humanity. A exceptional thanks goes to Dave who made me feel my hand was being held throughout the whole process. I would wholeheartedly recommend them.

  • 5 Audrey Farley 17th Jun 2026

    Thankyou for doing Steve's funeral.it all went as well as could be.thankyou Mrs Audrey Farley

  • 5 Paul Black 12th Jun 2026

    John has been a friend to me and the family for many years now, and has undertaken funerals of family members in the recent past. On Monday 8th June 2026 we laid my father to rest undertaken by john and his excellent team.
    Everything was taken care of with respect and dignity, I would like to say a big thank you to all involved from Pearce funeral services.

    Respect to you all.

    Paul & Maggie Black. 🙏

  • 5 Victoria Burden 8th Jun 2026

    Again the service was outstanding and so full of care and attention to detail.
    Thank you so much for all your support in the planning

  • 5 Linda Knight 27th May 2026

    I was very pleased with the way I and my family were treated. They were very kind and reassuring. John visited me at home, so I didn’t have to go to the office. To arrange my husband’s funeral. 

  • 5 Colin Wiley 26th May 2026

    From start to finish Pearce's were sympathetic, nothing was too much trouble.
    Cas was very helpful covering all the details. The day of the funeral was well organised but still showing compassion. We are so glad we went with Pearce
    and would highly recommend.

  • 5 Alison Smith 24th May 2026

    We cannot praise John Pearce and his team enough.
    They guided us throughout with great care and consideration. The celebrant Marjorie, carefully stitched our reminisces together for a beautiful tribute to my brother. They did him proud.
    Thankyou

  • 5 Melanie Jones 23rd May 2026

    Absolutely amazing company ,nothing was too much trouble when calling to ask questions or get advice .
    Caz made the actual arrangements easy stress free and with lots of empathy,when visiting Barry whoever met us was kind and caring definitely recommend to friends .. Thank you pearces 

  • 5 Andrew Ratcliffe 3rd May 2026

    From start to finish John and his team went the extra mile to give our mum a dignified and professional send off. Heartfelt thanks to you all.

  • 5 Hugh Hyland 2nd May 2026

    The service, love and care from John Pearce and the team was impeccable. During such a sad and difficult time, they ensured Mum received love and dignity every step of the way. Thank you for everything, it meant such a lot to us. RIP Martha Hyland, love Carolyn Ekins, Hugh Hyland and family xxx

  • 5 Philip Wright 1st May 2026

    As a family we have used Pearces several times, each time the team have handled our requirements in the most professional and sensitive manner.
    Special thanks to Caz who always does an excellent job

  • 5 Ann Storey 25th Apr 2026

    A wonderful firm who were so caring throughout thank you for everything 

  • 5 Peter Tucker 24th Apr 2026

    John and his team were professional , thoughtful , and caring throughout all of the activities connected to our family funeral . The Service provided was excellent . The attention to details was first class , and accommodation of some small changes late on were accommodated effortlessly . Thankyou for making a difficult day run smoothly, and the family feel cared for.

  • 5 Stuart Bastin 21st Apr 2026

    Very professional

  • 5 Kerry Hollick 14th Apr 2026

    Pearce Funeral Services  were very caring, compassionate and professional. A truly personal service, I would throughly recommend. John and all his staff were exceptional at what is a very emotional and stressful time.

  • 4 Gemma Trotman 31st Mar 2026

    Extremely helpful and made my experience very smooth 

  • 5 Debbie Willcock 29th Mar 2026

    John Pearce and his staff were professional, respectful, and handled everything with care and dignity. Our family appreciated their support and guidance.

  • 5 Daniel Dill 22nd Mar 2026

    The funeral of our cousin was handled superbly by John Pearce and his team. Communication was excellent and they always went the extra mile. Nothing was to much trouble. Would thoroughly recommend 

  • 5 Sheila Attwater 20th Mar 2026

    From my initial contact with John Lee and Rob Rowe who were professional but thoughtful and caring, right through to the actual service at the crematorium, I cannot praise all the staff at Pearce Funeral Services highly enough.
    After my six stressful weeks of waiting for the day to come it was stress-free and totally supportive of me.
    It was all I hoped it would be, and so much more.

  • 5 Kevin Law 17th Mar 2026

    John and his Team were Amazing !!

  • 5 Graeme Stenning 15th Mar 2026

    Highly recommended. Great from start to finish.

  • 5 Danni Eccleston 15th Mar 2026

    We cannot thank Pearce Funeral Service enough for the care and support they gave us. From start to finish they truly went above and beyond, not only looking after Pat with dignity and respect but also supporting our family through a very difficult time.


    Everything ran smoothly and was handled with such professionalism, which gave us real peace of mind. At the same time, the team were incredibly warm, kind and personal in their approach – nothing ever felt rushed or impersonal.

    Their compassion and attention to detail meant so much to us, and we will always be grateful for how well they looked after Pat and our family. We would highly recommend them to anyone needing a caring and professional service.

Address
92 Ermin Street
Stratton St Margaret
Wiltshire
SN3 4NN

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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

Bindoo Rattan 8th Jul 2026

The best funeral directors in Swindon. We felt supported from the beginning. Communication was clear and they couldn't have been more supported when we asked numerous questions. Thank you John Pearce and your team.

Lazarus Fernandes 6th Jul 2026

Amazing job at providing excellent service

Pauline Kay 2nd Jul 2026

Pearce Funeral Services arranged my husband's funeral for me and I could not have wished for anything better. The whole thing was arranged with great empathy, the attention to every little detail was impeccable. I cannot recommend this company strongly enough; I will be eternally grateful for the unstinting help and support of the funeral assistant who guided me through this heartbreaking time in my life.

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