Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Funeral Services in Presteigne & Gladestry
Established in 1993, A W Hughes & Son is a family-run funeral service provider rooted in the Welsh Marches. Our three-generation legacy combines traditional funeral practices with eco-conscious alternatives, serving communities across Radnorshire, Herefordshire, and Powys. We prioritise compassionate care, treating every family as our own while maintaining the highest standards of dignity and respect. Our purpose-built facilities in Gladestry include a coffin showroom and exclusive access to Offas Orchard, a green burial ground designed to preserve native flora and fauna.We offer tailored memorial solutions, including natural and polished headstones, and maintain a female operative to ensure sensitive care for all individuals. With offices in Presteigne and Gladestry, we provide end-to-end support from initial arrangements to memorial installations, blending time-honoured values with modern client needs.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Green Burials
Memorial Headstones
Eco-sensitive Burials
Personalised Memorials
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer three generations of funeral service expertise in the Welsh Marches.
- Our eco-sensitive green burials preserve native flora and fauna at Offas Orchard.
- A dedicated female operative ensures respectful care for all individuals.
- Family-run with offices in Presteigne and Gladestry for local accessibility.
- We provide tailored memorial solutions, including natural and polished headstones.
Services
Traditional Funerals
We conduct traditional funerals with dignity and compassion, treating each family as our own. Our services include full funeral arrangements, from initial consultations to memorial installations. With three generations of expertise, we ensure every detail reflects the deceased's wishes and cultural traditions.
Green Burials
Our eco-sensitive burials at Offas Orchard offer a sustainable alternative. The site features native fruit trees and protected wildlife habitats. Non-consecrated grounds accommodate all faiths, with options for blessings by personal ministers. Only A W Hughes & Son can access this exclusive burial ground.
Memorial Headstones
We provide bespoke memorial solutions, including natural stone or polished headstones. Clients share preferences, and we manage supply and installation. Memorials are designed to honour individuality while adhering to cemetery guidelines, ensuring lasting tributes in traditional or modern styles.
People
L.W. Hughes
Partner
L.W. Hughes oversees daily operations, combining decades of experience with a commitment to compassionate service. A third-generation funeral director, they ensure every arrangement reflects the family's wishes while maintaining traditional standards.
I.A. Hughes
Partner
I.A. Hughes co-founded the business in 1993, blending innovation with tradition. They manage client relations and green burial initiatives, ensuring eco-friendly practices align with community needs and environmental stewardship goals.
A.M. Hughes
Partner
A.M. Hughes focuses on memorial design and installation. With expertise in stonework and personalisation, they guide families through creating meaningful tributes that reflect individual legacies while adhering to cemetery regulations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Radnorshire, Herefordshire, Powys, and the Welsh Marches from our offices in Presteigne and Gladestry.
Do you offer eco-friendly burial options?
Yes, our Offa’s Orchard green burial ground features native trees and protected habitats, with non-consecrated grounds for all faiths.
Can I personalise a memorial headstone?
Yes, we offer natural or polished headstones tailored to your preferences, with supply and installation managed by our team.
Are your services available 24/7?
Our offices operate during standard hours, but we provide emergency contact options for urgent bereavement assistance.
How long have you been in business?
We were established in 1993 by Fred and Ian Hughes, continuing a three-generation family tradition in funeral care.
