AJ Wakely

A.J. Wakely & Sons is an independent, family-run funeral directors serving communities across Somerset, Dorset and Devon. Established in 1897, the business has been cared for by four generations of the Wakely family and provides professional, compassionate support to bereaved families. Its team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to guide people through funeral arrangements and help create a personal and dignified tribute.

Services include traditional bespoke funerals, direct cremations and woodland or eco-funerals, with options for burial or cremation. Families can also arrange a prepaid funeral plan through Golden Charter, with the opportunity to record their wishes in advance. The company provides practical advice on what to do when someone dies and registering a death, as well as bereavement support and guidance on funeral choices. Its website also connects families with related services and products, including ashes, flowers, coffins, vehicles, keepsakes and monumental masons. With offices in towns including Bridport, Yeovil, Axminster and Weymouth, A.J.