Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Rugby
Established in 1902, Walton & Taylor is Rugby's longest-running independent family-owned funeral director and memorial masonry service. Our team provides comprehensive funeral arrangements, including cremation, coffins, caskets, and bespoke memorials, tailored to individual preferences. We serve communities across Warwickshire and the West Midlands, offering impartial guidance and 24/7 support. Accredited by The National Association of Funeral Directors, we maintain rigorous professional standards and a stringent Code of Practice.Our funeral plans allow pre-arrangement of services with flexible payment options, ensuring financial security and peace of mind. We specialise in restoring and replacing memorials, adhering to cemetery and churchyard regulations while respecting personal tributes. With over a century of experience, we combine tradition with modern flexibility to meet contemporary needs.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Coffins & Caskets
Memorial Design
Funeral Plans
Urn Supply
Grave Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We have over 120 years of experience in funeral services and memorial masonry.
- Our team provides 24/7 compassionate support for urgent arrangements.
- Accredited by The National Association of Funeral Directors for quality assurance.
- Offering transparent pricing with written estimates for all services.
- Specialise in bespoke memorials adhering to cemetery and churchyard regulations.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We coordinate complete funeral services tailored to individual preferences, including venue selection, officiant arrangements, and transportation. Our staff guide families through legal requirements and documentation while offering compassionate support. Services cater to all religious and non-religious traditions with transparent pricing.
Cremation Services
Providing dignified cremation services with choices for memorialisation. We handle all logistical aspects including crematorium bookings and certificate processing. Families receive guidance on urn selection and scattering options while adhering to local regulations and cultural requirements.
Memorial Design
Creating bespoke memorials with full design consultation and cemetery regulation compliance. We offer granite, marble, and natural stone options with inscription services. Written estimates include VAT and application fees for churchyard or cemetery installations.
Funeral Plans
Our prepaid funeral plans lock in current prices with flexible payment options. Plans cover director fees and allow contributions toward third-party costs. Funds are held in whole-of-life assurance policies with Ecclesiastical Planning Services, ensuring financial security for future arrangements.
Grave Restoration
Specialist restoration of existing memorials including lettering renewal, structural repairs, and cleaning. We match original materials and styles while updating fixings to meet modern safety standards. Services include condition assessments and cost estimates for refurbishment projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Rugby and surrounding areas in Warwickshire and the West Midlands.
Are your funeral plans transferable?
Yes, plans can transfer to new funeral directors if you relocate, subject to local pricing adjustments.
Do you offer 24-hour support?
Yes, our team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for urgent arrangements.
Can I personalise my funeral plan?
Yes, you can add special requests like music choices, readings, and eulogy details at no extra cost.
How are prepayments protected?
Funds are held in individual whole-of-life assurance policies with Ecclesiastical Planning Services for guaranteed security.
Do you handle churchyard memorials?
Yes, we manage churchyard memorials with diocesan approval and material compliance for traditional and modern designs.
