Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Compassionate Funeral Services in Whitwell
Established in 1970, Turner & Wilson has provided compassionate funeral services to the Whitwell community and surrounding areas for over five decades. Founded by Ray Turner and Brian Wilson, the business was inherited by Nigel Turner and Christopher Walters, who continue its legacy of personal, family-led care. Our services combine traditional values with modern flexibility, offering tailored funeral arrangements, pre-paid plans, and 24/7 support during bereavement. We handle all aspects of funeral planning, from legal formalities to memorial details, ensuring dignity and professionalism at every stage. Our private Chapel of Rest provides a serene space for families to gather, while our partnerships with trusted suppliers guarantee quality coffins, memorials, and floral tributes.As members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, we adhere to rigorous standards of excellence and ethical practice. Our deep-rooted connection to Whitwell drives our commitment to community support, including sponsorship of local sports clubs. With decades of collective experience, we approach each service with empathy, discretion, and attention to individual needs, ensuring families receive both practical guidance and emotional support during challenging times.
Services
Funeral Services
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Memorial Design
Ashes Jewellery
Direct Cremation
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 support for urgent bereavement needs.
- Our family-led approach ensures personal, attentive service.
- We are members of the National Association of Funeral Directors.
- We provide tailored pre-paid funeral plans for peace of mind.
- Our team sponsors local community initiatives in Whitwell.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services tailored to individual wishes, including chapel of rest access, coffin selection, floral tributes, and coordination of burial or cremation. Our team handles legal formalities and offers guidance on notifications, ensuring families receive dignified, stress-free support during bereavement.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Our pre-paid funeral plans allow individuals to outline their preferences and secure costs in advance. Partnering with Golden Charter, we ensure financial protection and peace of mind, with options to customise services while covering essential third-party expenses like cremation fees.
Memorial Design
We collaborate with Beecroft of Creswell to create bespoke stone memorials that honour loved ones. From traditional headstones to personalised engravings, our memorials reflect individual legacies while maintaining lasting quality and craftsmanship for outdoor display.
Ashes Jewellery
In partnership with Ashes into Glass, we offer unique jewellery crafted from cremated remains. These wearable memorials provide a discreet, meaningful way to keep loved ones close, using specialist techniques to transform ashes into durable, artistic glass pieces.
Direct Cremation
This low-cost, simplified option involves cremation without a formal ceremony. We manage all logistics, including collection and care of the deceased, transport to the crematorium, and ashes return or scattering. Ideal for families seeking a discreet, cost-effective solution while maintaining dignity.
People
Nigel Turner
Director
Nigel Turner co-owns Turner & Wilson, continuing his family's legacy since 1970. With decades of experience, he prioritises compassionate service and community ties, ensuring every family receives personalised support during bereavement.
Christopher Walters
Director
Christopher Walters has been a dedicated partner at Turner & Wilson for over 20 years. His commitment to ethical practice and local community support complements the business's tradition of providing dignified, family-led funeral services.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide funeral services in Whitwell, Worksop, Sheffield, and surrounding areas of Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire.
Do you offer 24/7 support?
Yes, our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist with urgent bereavement needs.
Can I pre-plan a funeral?
Yes, we offer pre-paid funeral plans in partnership with Golden Charter to secure your wishes and costs in advance.
What is included in your funeral services?
We handle all aspects, including legal formalities, chapel of rest access, coffin selection, memorial design, and coordination of burial or cremation.
Are you a family-run business?
Yes, we are independently owned and operated by Nigel Turner and Christopher Walters, maintaining personal service since 1970.
