Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Family Funeral Directors in Bath Since 1919
We are W F Dolman & Son, a family-run funeral directing service established in 1919, dedicated to providing compassionate and professional support to families in Bath and surrounding areas during times of bereavement. Our 24/7 availability ensures immediate assistance, with over a century of combined experience guiding every aspect of funeral planning. As members of the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), we uphold rigorous standards of care and professionalism. Our services encompass burial and cremation arrangements, pre-paid funeral plans, coffin selection, and coordination with local agencies to ease administrative burdens.We prioritise personalisation, offering eulogy-based services, floral tributes, and charitable donation management. Our team provides expert guidance on legal requirements, documentation, and memorial planning, ensuring every farewell reflects the individuality of the deceased. With a heritage rooted in trust and community service, we remain committed to delivering dignified, tailored solutions during challenging times.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Burial Services
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Coffin Selection
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- Established in 1919 with over a century of experience in funeral services.
- Family-run business offering 24/7 availability for immediate support.
- Member of SAIF, ensuring adherence to high professional and ethical standards.
- Personalised funeral arrangements tailored to individual wishes and budgets.
- Comprehensive assistance with legal documentation and local agency coordination.
Associations and certifications
- National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF)
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We handle all aspects of funeral planning, from legal documentation to coordinating with local agencies. Our team offers guidance on burial or cremation choices, ensuring arrangements align with your preferences. With 24/7 availability, we provide compassionate support to ease the planning process during difficult times.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include venue coordination, transportation, and personalised ceremony options. We assist with selecting urns or ashes caskets, offering eco-friendly and decorative choices. Expert advice ensures compliance with legal requirements while respecting individual wishes for a meaningful farewell.
Burial Services
We manage burial logistics, including plot selection, headstone arrangements, and chapel of rest visits. Our team liaises with cemetery authorities and provides bearers for the service. Personalised tributes, such as floral arrangements and music, are tailored to honour the deceased's life.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Pre-paid plans alleviate future financial burdens by locking in current prices for funeral services. Offered through Golden Charter, these plans are customisable to individual preferences, with payment options available in full or instalments for peace of mind.
Coffin Selection
We provide a range of coffins, including veneered, solid wood, eco-friendly seagrass or willow, and decorative designs. Catalogues help families choose styles that reflect the deceased's personality. Ashes caskets, urns, and scatter tubes are also available for cremation memorials.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Bath, Somerset, and surrounding areas, providing funeral services tailored to local communities.
Are you available outside regular business hours?
Yes, our team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for immediate assistance.
Do you offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Yes, we provide pre-paid funeral plans through Golden Charter, customisable to individual needs.
What types of coffins do you offer?
We offer veneered, solid wood, eco-friendly, and decorative coffins, along with ashes urns and caskets.
How do you assist with legal documentation?
We guide families through registering deaths, completing paperwork, and liaising with coroners or registry offices.
