Member of NAFD and SAIF
We meet recognised professional standards, follow codes of practice, and provide families with trusted, ethical, and compassionate care at every stage.
Exclusive Bereavement Care Helpline Access
We offer compassionate emotional support and guidance during difficult grieving periods.
Personalised Funeral Plans For Every Need
We personalise every funeral to reflect the individuality.
Bespoke, Compassionate Funerals
A J Wakely & Sons has been a trusted part of the Yeovil community since 1897, providing funeral services rooted in dignity, care, and genuine compassion for families across Dorset. We understand that losing a loved one is an emotional and deeply personal experience, and we believe every farewell should reflect the life, wishes, and values of the person being remembered.
Our experienced local team offers thoughtful guidance and a reassuring presence, ensuring families feel supported and never rushed when making important decisions. From simple direct cremations for those who prefer a quiet and uncomplicated approach, to bespoke funeral arrangements that allow for meaningful personal touches, we provide a range of options designed to suit individual needs and beliefs. For those wishing to plan ahead, our prepaid funeral plans offer reassurance, helping to ease future worries while providing financial clarity and peace of mind.
Our commitment to professionalism is supported by recognised qualifications, including diplomas in Funeral Directing and Funeral Arranging and Administration, awarded through the National Association of Funeral Directors, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards of care and service. As proud members of SAIF, we also provide access to a free bereavement care helpline, offering gentle support and guidance when it is needed most. With care, understanding, and respect at the heart of everything we do, A J Wakely & Sons remains dedicated to supporting families through every step of their journey.
Member of NAFD and SAIF
Exclusive Bereavement Care Helpline Access
Personalised Funeral Plans For Every Need
We would like to thank Simon and everyone at Wakely's for ensuring our loss was a little easier by making us feel totally at ease that everything would be taken care of - and it was. Everything was done with compassion, thought for the whole family, professionalism and exactly how we wanted it to be which made mums celebration of her life perfect. We can not recommend this wonderful team enough.
Paul W.
Professional and caring through the whole process, above and beyond expectations!
Funeral Guide
Just a note of thanks to you and also your team for the care and kindness following the death. Your professionalism in the organisation leading up to the funeral and on the actual day was a great help to me. As you said Clive, I didn't have to worry about a thing. He would have been very happy.
Jenny