Hill & Son Funeral Directors, Wells

Hill & Son Funeral Directors are here to support you if a loved one has just passed away and you need help arranging the funeral. We offer a range of funerals to suit your needs. You can find out more below or give us a call to discuss.
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Our funeral home in Wells

Supporting our Somerset community during difficult times, Hill & Son Funeral Directors in Wells is here for you when you need us. To arrange a funeral, or seek advice regarding any other aspect of funeral care, do not hesitate to call.

At our Wells funeral home we are not only here to ensure your loved one has a dignified send off, but to also provide support in your time of need. We will advise and guide you so that everything is carried out in accordance with your wishes, and offer comfort and understanding throughout.

When you visit our funeral directors in Wells, you will be welcomed with warmth and friendship, and we are here to listen and hopefully ease just a little of the burden you may currently be under.

We are located on St Thomas Street, close to the centre of Wells, and from here we serve the families of the city, along with those from our neighbouring Somerset communities, such as Westbury-sub-Mendip, Wookey and the three villages of Horrington.

The team at our Wells funeral directors is always ready to help. When you have the sad duty of arranging a funeral for your loved one, call us on 01749 673397.

What we offer

  • Informed advice from a professional team of funeral experts
  • Funeral services, specific to your needs
  • Local knowledge of Wells and the surrounding areas of Somerset
  • Cremations and burials at any local funeral site
  • Funerals for all faiths, beliefs and cultures
  • A private chapel of rest, where you can visit your loved one prior to the day of the funeral
  • Hearses and other funeral vehicles, along with bespoke options if preferred
  • Funeral memorials and tastefully crafted tributes
  • Prepaid funeral plans for you and your family's peace of mind
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A cremation in Wells
Following the passing of a loved one, you may choose, like many others in our city of Wells, a cremation. The local site for this is Mendip Crematorium, although there are also venues further afield in Somerset, such as Haycombe Cemetery & Crematorium in Bath, and Weston-Super-Mare Crematorium.

A typical cremation in Wells unfolds as follows:
  • Procession from your loved one's home, led by the Hearse carrying their coffin
  • Arrival at Mendip Crematorium for the service (some families choose to have the service elsewhere, such as in a church or other place of worship)
  • Service held in the crematorium's multi-faith chapel, usually lasting 30-45 minutes
  • A minister or celebrant presides over the cremation service, which may include hymns, readings and prayers
  • The eulogy is read prior to the committal, where the curtains are drawn across the coffin
  • Mourners leave the crematorium and will sometimes stop outside to view any flowers or offer you their condolences
  • Return to your loved one's home, or another venue in Wells, such as a pub or function room, for the wake.
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Funeral Services with distinction

Hill & Son Funeral Directors in Wells is proud to be a part of Dignity Funerals, the name under which the UK's finest funeral homes are collected.

We, like all at Dignity, have a commitment to setting the highest standards in funeral care. A part of our local community, here in Wells, we are honoured to be able serve the families we live alongside. Our time spent doing this, means we have both the local knowledge and expertise to provide unparalleled funeral services.
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97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.

Our funeral services

With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.

If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.

View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.
  • The Unattended Funeral

    We will help you arrange a simple funeral consisting of a direct cremation without mourners present.
    Our Unattended Funeral allows friends and family to commemorate your loved one in their own way. Our expert funeral directors will provide all necessary care, while offering advice and support every step of the way. A cremation will then be carried out without mourners present, overseen by one of our qualified attendants.
    Find out more
    From
    £1495
    plus £- (Includes cost of cremation).
    plus £- (Includes cost of cremation).
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    The Unattended Funeral

    We will help you arrange a simple funeral consisting of a direct cremation without mourners present.
    From
    £1495
    plus £- (Includes cost of cremation).
    plus £- (Includes cost of cremation).
    Our Unattended Funeral allows friends and family to commemorate your loved one in their own way. Our expert funeral directors will provide all necessary care, while offering advice and support every step of the way. A cremation will then be carried out without mourners present, overseen by one of our qualified attendants.
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  • The Mendip Funeral

    Our Local Simple Funeral allows you to celebrate the life of your loved one, with an Attended Funeral with some restrictions.
    Find out more
    From
    £1995
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.

    The Mendip Funeral

    Our Local Simple Funeral allows you to celebrate the life of your loved one, with an Attended Funeral with some restrictions.
    From
    £1995
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation.
  • The Attended Funeral

    A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.
    Our expert team will take care of your loved one with the utmost dignity and respect, while we help arrange a personalised funeral with any additional services you wish.
    Find out more
    From
    £2495
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation with doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister.
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation with doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister.
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    The Attended Funeral

    A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.
    From
    £2495
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation with doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister.
    plus £1499 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation with doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister.
    Our expert team will take care of your loved one with the utmost dignity and respect, while we help arrange a personalised funeral with any additional services you wish.
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Where to find us

Address

18-20 St Thomas Street
Wells BA5 2UX
GB

Directions and Parking

Our funeral home is less than 100 metres along St Thomas Street from The Fountain Inn.

For advice on parking, please give us a call.

Funeral Home Opening Times

This branch is by appointment only.
Day of the WeekHours
MondayOpen 24 Hours
TuesdayOpen 24 Hours
WednesdayOpen 24 Hours
ThursdayOpen 24 Hours
FridayOpen 24 Hours
SaturdayOpen 24 Hours
SundayOpen 24 Hours

24 Hour Availability

This branch is by appointment only. We are available 24 hours a day by phone.
Call 24 hours on 01749 673397

Frequently asked questions

  • When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.


  • You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.


  • Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.


  • If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.


  • Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.


  • We are a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and as such we abide by The Funeral Director Code. We also have a legal obligation to try and ensure the person who is arranging a funeral has the right to do so, or has permission from those who do.

    If you are aware that someone has been appointed as the administrator, you should only arrange the funeral with this person's agreement.

    If there is no Will or Letters of Administration, then the responsibility would pass to the next of kin.


  • A Memorial is a way of creating a lasting memory to help remember a loved one.


  • Dignity has been established for over 200 years and is one of the UK's leading providers of Funerals and with an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating (02/24). We are proud to help our customers every year with a diverse range of Memorial products and services to help remember their loved ones.


  • We offer a wide range of products – from traditional headstones, kerb sets, urns and benches to remembrance trees, plaques and vases. We also offer more personal and modern options such as jewellery, pin badges and photo related memorial products. As well as completely customised items.To organise your Memorial contact us on


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