Pearce Funeral Services, Westlea

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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.

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

Papermakers House
1 Rivenhall Road
Westlea
Wiltshire
SN5 7BD

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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

Pearce Funeral Services provides a caring and respectful funeral director service to bereaved families in Swindon and the surrounding areas. With a range of options to meet any requirements, you can plan your loved one’s funeral with no upfront payment or deposit required.

Visit Pearce’s offices to discuss arrangements for your loved one’s funeral in a welcoming, respectful environment. Alternatively, Pearce’s funeral arrangers will meet with you in your own home, or at the chapel of rest located in Stratton St Margaret.

John Pearce and his committed team of courteous, professional staff can help you arrange every detail of the funeral, including press notices in local and national newspapers, floral tributes, service stationary, catering, donations and monumental masonry. They can also cater for funerals of all religions and beliefs, as well as green or eco-friendly funerals.

Call Pearce Funeral Services now for compassionate expert guidance as you plan a farewell for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Andrew   Jere

Andrew Jere

Mar 1972 - Jun 2026

John   Lane

John Lane

Jan 1937 - Mar 2026

Terry    Burberry

Terry Burberry

Sep 1960 - Dec 2025

Stephen   Heron

Stephen Heron

Jul 1949 - Nov 2025

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasise the compassionate and caring approach they received throughout the funeral arrangements, noting that staff listened carefully to their wishes, treated them with dignity, and made them feel genuinely supported at an exceptionally difficult time.

Families frequently describe the funeral day itself as running smoothly and seamlessly, with every detail attended to professionally, allowing them to focus on saying goodbye to their loved one rather than worrying about logistics or organisation.

Communication and availability stand out repeatedly, with families appreciating being kept informed at every step, having their questions answered promptly, and feeling able to contact the team whenever they needed reassurance or guidance throughout the process.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Wayne Pearce 27th Feb 2024

    Thank you all involved staff, each and everyone of them is a credit to your company.
    The whole service provided, was faultless.
    Would highly recommend.

  • 5 Tanya Colsell 19th Feb 2024

    Stef has been brilliant from start to finish and appreciate it so much

  • 5 Tanya Marshall 10th Feb 2024

    I can't thank Pearce Funeral Services enough. The service for my wonderful father was beautiful and everything was just as I had hoped it would be.

    Stephanie was wonderful and I had every confidence that she had everything organised and under control.

    She introduced me to an amazing celebrant who captured Dad's personality and character to a tee in the eulogy.

    It was a lovely way to say goodbye.

    The wake was also uplifting with many friends and family sharing fun memories of Dad in “his day”.

    He would have been delighted.

    Thank you again for everything. Your care and professionalism made a difficult day much easier to bear.

  • 5 Christopher Matthews 9th Feb 2024

    An extremely professional and caring company. Highly recommended in all aspects of a sad event,.

  • 5 Valerie Barnes 5th Feb 2024

    My family would like to express our utmost gratitude and admiration for the incredible service provided by Pearce's Funeral Services, especially Belinda, during the difficult time of laying our beloved family member, Gavin, to rest. Belinda’s exceptional care and attention to detail throughout the entire funeral arrangement process was truly remarkable. From the moment we reached out to Pearce's Funeral Services, Belinda demonstrated professionalism and empathy. She ensured that every aspect of the funeral was organized with utmost precision. Despite facing constant harassment from people seeking information about the funeral's date and time, she respected our family's wishes at all times.  Belinda dedication to making Gavin's send-off the best possible was evident in every aspect of the funeral arrangements. Belinda's ability to handle the emotional sensitivities surrounding funerals with such grace and sensitivity is commendable. She listened attentively to our requirements, incorporating every detail we requested to ensure that the funeral truly reflected Gavin's life and personality. Her kind and compassionate nature provided immense comfort to our grieving family during this challenging time. The level of service provided by Pearce's Funeral Services was beyond exceptional. Belinda relentless attention to detail ensured that no aspect of the funeral was overlooked, no matter how small. everything was flawlessly executed, creating a meaningful and memorable farewell for our dear Gavin. We are forever grateful to Belinda and the entire team at Pearce's Funeral Services for their unwavering support and professionalism. They eased the burden of planning a funeral, allowing us to focus on grieving and celebrating Gavin's life. Pearce's Funeral Services and Belinda deserve the highest recommendation for their exceptional service in honoring and celebrating the life of our beloved Gavin. Should the unfortunate need arise, I would not hesitate to entrust Pearce's Funeral Services with the funeral arrangements of any other loved one. Thank you, Belinda, for the absolutely amazing send-off you made possible for Gavin. Your professionalism and compassion have left an indelible mark on our hearts, and we will forever be grateful for the peaceful and dignified farewell you gave Gavin.

  • 5 Wendy Clark 21st Jan 2024

    There are so wonderful people and so caring and done a brilliant beautiful service for my daughter and I would like to say a big thank you for looking after my baby girl hayley and thanks to all for helping me love Mrs Wendy clark

  • 5 Wendy Clark 20th Jan 2024

    I was so glad we went with u all it was lovely and everyone was so wonderful and caring and my daughter had the best send off thanks to u all keep up the good work love wendy and family with out u all I don't think I would of got throw it all but u did a great wonderful job

  • 5 Roly Pemberton 19th Jan 2024

    John and his team have been brilliant and on the day made it special and took so much pressure off the family. Very professional, compassionate service and have no hesitation in recommending him to others who would benefit from his work ethic. Many thanks John to you and your team.

  • 5 Christine Mayes 13th Jan 2024

    Stephanie was lovely and organised the service very well. No hitches. Would definitely recommend.

  • 5 Susan Langley 9th Jan 2024

    Steph at pearce went above and beyond to help me with my final arrangements for my dad so I would like to say that you and everyone else that was part of my journey to lay my dad to rest I'm broken hearted but they helped me get through it all. They let me know everything that was going to happen and when brilliant service from everyone at pearce funeral service thank you Susan and Ken langley

  • 5 Linda Dawson 5th Dec 2023

    A big thank you to you and your team especially Stephanie and Belinda for making what is a very difficult situation a whole lot easier steering my family and I through all of the arrangements and on the funeral day itself. You are a very special team. Thank you again

  • 5 Kris Casterton 4th Nov 2023

    Used with past family and now with my partner definitely use in the future when that time arises professional people, recommended

  • 5 Samantha Baker 3rd Nov 2023

    Thank you to all at Pearce funeral service for your support and help at this time. Neville’s family really appreciated your kindness and especially your approachable and personal service. With very best wishes 

  • 5 Susan Matthews 9th Oct 2023

    Stephanie at your office in Swindon was very professional and showed considerable thought and understanding. We would like to thank her for all her help. Raymond conducted the cremation ceremony in a very compassionate and professional manner which was much appreciated by the family.

  • 5 Maria Lynch 3rd Sep 2023

    Outstanding is an understatement.
    These people are the ultimate in care , compassion and understanding the needs of the family. The whole team are just fabulous. John is a awesome man. There's nothing they won't do to make you feel supported, and at ease that they are looking after your loved one.
    They make the process so much easier and comfortable during a very sad time in your life. I can't thank John and his perfect team enough for making a very special day for my late uncle Tony. If there is one word for John and his team it's got to be profection.

  • 4 Raymond Emblen 8th May 2023

    Belinda provided exceptional service and we would recommend Pearce Funerals

  • 5 Kathy Dibble 22nd Jan 2023

    The care and kindness I was given was outstanding.
    Belinda went above and beyond with the service she provided me from the first contact until the end of the funeral I felt Belinda was not only the funeral director but a shoulder of support to get me through. Many thanks

  • 5 Kay Kane 23rd Nov 2022

    Everyone at Pearce couldn’t have done more to make such a difficult time, manageable. They showed compassion and empathy to our situation and very understanding to our individual needs for our loved ones final goodbye. I would definitely recommend them-thank you

  • 5 Raymond Emblen 21st Oct 2022

    Excellent service, above and beyond.

  • 5 Patricia James 19th Aug 2022

    Very professional was a terrific help when some family members were running late if it was not for Mark they would not have made it, so a big thank you not only to Mark but to all of you for being so understanding. Would recommend Pearces.

  • 5 Louise Griffiths 29th Jul 2022

    Belinda and her team provided a very respectful and professional service. They helped to make a difficult process much easier and everything ran smoothly on the day.

  • 4 Jennifer James 26th May 2022

    Very respectful and professional. Nothing was too much trouble.

  • 5 Christopher Matthews 30th Apr 2022

    Caring very helpful people. Professional in every way.I would highly recommend these people in a time of need , excellent all round service and the recommended celebrant was very good.

  • 5 Christina Dickins 18th Feb 2022

    Pearce Funeral Service's.
    Excellent service, caring and compassionate.

  • 5 Kieran Fahy 17th Jan 2022

    As a family we would like to thank Belinda and all of the team at Pearce for all of their support during the hardest time of our lives. From the minute I walked into the Groundwell Rd branch, Belinda was so kind and caring and helped me navigate the whole process of arranging my stepdaughter’s funeral, I literally could not have got through these last few weeks without her. If you choose to use Pearce, just know you’ll be getting a personal service where nothing is too much trouble. Thank you again to all at Pearce. 

Address
Papermakers House
1 Rivenhall Road
Westlea
Wiltshire
SN5 7BD

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

  • 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

Wayne Pearce 27th Feb 2024

Thank you all involved staff, each and everyone of them is a credit to your company. The whole service provided, was faultless. Would highly recommend.

Tanya Colsell 19th Feb 2024

Stef has been brilliant from start to finish and appreciate it so much

Tanya Marshall 10th Feb 2024

I can't thank Pearce Funeral Services enough. The service for my wonderful father was beautiful and everything was just as I had hoped it would be. Stephanie was wonderful and I had every confidence that she had everything organised and under control. She introduced me to an amazing celebrant who captured Dad's personality and character to a tee in the eulogy. It was a lovely way to say goodbye. The wake was also uplifting with many friends and family sharing fun memories of Dad in “his day”. He would have been delighted. Thank you again for everything. Your care and professionalism made a difficult day much easier to bear.

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