Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Especially to Glen who kept us informed at all times. Very caring and helpful along our journey in these strange times. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Carol H.

“Nothing was any trouble to John, he was so helpful and kind. Thank you to you all for making a very hard day so much easier.” — Dannii C.

“Did a splendid job of arranging my father's funeral, made things very easy in this difficult time. Very professional and on call 24 hours.” — K B.

“Very professional understanding and helpful. Made a sad occasion bearable and uplifting.” — Ken W.

“I cannot thank everybody enough — you are all wonderful at what you did from the initial first visit to the day of his funeral. It is great to see a little local business going the extra mile. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” — Kris W.

“One man offered my mum-in-law his gloves as her hands were cold.” — Natalie H.

“His attention to detail was outstanding. They listened carefully to our family's wishes and went above and beyond to create a service that felt personal and meaningful, truly reflecting the life of our beautiful mam.” — sarah s.

“Steve, you're a true professional who reads the room and knows exactly the right things to say, bringing a touch of light-hearted much needed words. The whole experience was perfect from start to finish.” — Angie J.

“Went above and beyond to help us give my dad the send off he deserved including getting us a motor bike hearse, which was very bespoke.” — Stacey H.

“They helped make what is a very stressful and emotional time into an occasion where you feel you are working with and for your passed loved one. Everything about the arrangements was just perfect.” — Trevor P.

“Lee was very comforting and helpful both times. From the first call to request their service to the end of the funeral service everything was done with compassion and efficiency.” — Matthew D.

“They handled my dad's funeral with great sensitivity, professionalism and warmth. We couldn't have asked for a better service.” — Stacey A.

“The kindness, caring and professionalism was brilliant. The funeral went so well and flawless — all the staff are exceptional. I would recommend their services to help you make your loved one's final journey.” — lesley b.

“The whole evening was so thoughtfully planned, a fitting memorial to those family members we are all missing this Christmas. We took comfort from sharing the evening with other bereaved families and being so supported by the whole Robinson's team.” — Lynne M.

“They provided an outstanding professional service and made a very difficult time more bearable with their very caring, thoughtful approach and understanding following the death of our son.” — Steve M.

“At a time we were so lost they navigated us through. My nan's passing was unexpected and we were so lost at what to do. But Carl and Julie and their staff went the extra mile. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Nikolas W.

“Excellent service from beginning to end, we were guided through the whole process by Carol and Mike, the celebrant Alistair could not have done a better job.” — Krista E.

“Carol and Kayleigh were friendly, professional and made you feel at ease. If I was in the unfortunate situation of needing a funeral director again I would want Carol and Kayleigh to organise it again for me.” — dreamgirl

“Sarah was such a great help and made it that little bit more comfortable with the passing of my mam — from start to finish she was always there. All the staff are so caring and really go out of their way to help in any way.” — craig s.

“The full experience I have had I will never forget — in this bad time they made it so memorable. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.” — Kellie F.

“A. Shepherd and Sons provided a professional and considerate service in planning the funeral of my late wife, covering all the details with my son and I, and making the appropriate arrangements efficiently, especially considering the short time scale. It ensured that the funeral went off without a hitch.” — Mike C.

“We had John Guinness who was my mums funeral director and Paula who did our ceremony and they were both equally amazing. Very respectful and supportive. I would definitely recommend them.” — Sarah S.