Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Independent Funeral Directors in Swindon Since 1916
Blackwells of Swindon of Swindon has provided compassionate funeral services to families in Wiltshire and surrounding areas for over a century. Established in 1916, we combine traditional expertise with modern innovations to create personalized tributes that reflect individual lives. Our team handles every aspect of funeral planning, from legal formalities to memorial arrangements, ensuring dignity and care throughout the process. With a 24/7 service and premises in both Swindon and Cricklade, we offer home visits and consultations to accommodate families during difficult times.Our commitment to excellence extends to eco-friendly coffin options, bespoke memorial design, and partnerships with trusted providers like Golden Charter. As an FCA-regulated funeral plan provider, we maintain the highest standards of professionalism while preserving the personal touch that defines independent funeral directing. Our directors bring decades of combined experience, having transitioned from successful careers in construction and finance to establish a respected local service that prioritizes community needs.
Services
Funeral Director Services
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Memorial Design
Funeral Vehicles
Eco-Friendly Coffins
Details
- Year established: 1916
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in funeral services across Wiltshire
- Our 24/7 service ensures support whenever needed
- We offer bespoke funeral planning with eco-friendly options
- Our directors previously worked in construction and finance sectors
- We partner with Golden Charter for regulated funeral plans
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Compassionate support
Personalized tributes
24/7 availability
Eco-friendly options
Professional guidance
Services
Funeral Planning & Support
Our comprehensive funeral planning service guides families through every decision, from legal formalities to personalized tributes. We offer home visits and consultations at our Swindon premises, ensuring comfort during difficult times. With expertise in traditional and modern ceremonies, we create meaningful send-offs that reflect individual lives while maintaining strict professionalism.
Eco-Friendly Coffins
We provide environmentally conscious coffin options including willow, seagrass, bamboo, and cardboard designs. These biodegradable choices cater to ecological preferences while maintaining dignity. Our bespoke service allows personalization with themes, colours, or artwork at no extra cost, combining sustainability with meaningful tributes.
Funeral Vehicles
Our modern Mercedes E-Class fleet offers dignified transportation for funeral processions. We also provide unique options like horse-drawn hearses, vintage vehicles, and motorcycle hearses for personalized tributes. Each vehicle combines comfort with respectful presentation, accommodating up to seven passengers in air-conditioned surroundings.
Memorial Design
In partnership with James Long Masons, we offer traditional and modern memorials crafted from premium materials. Our options include granite headstones, marble lawn memorials, and bespoke designs. Each memorial receives individual attention, ensuring lasting tributes that meet National Association of Master Masons standards.
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Through our partnership with Golden Charter, we provide prepaid funeral plans that secure future costs. These plans allow advance arrangements while ensuring financial protection against inflation. As one of the UK's largest providers, Golden Charter offers peace of mind with over 900,000 plans arranged since 1995.
People
Nigel Keen
Director
With a background in construction, Nigel transitioned to funeral services in 1995 after discovering eco-coffin innovations. He co-founded Blackwells of Swindon of Swindon Funeral Services, combining business expertise with compassionate service to establish a respected local funeral director network.
Robert Orford
Director
Former agricultural finance professional Robert joined funeral services in 1995. His business acumen and commitment to community service helped expand Blackwells of Swindon of Swindon across Wiltshire, maintaining independent values while introducing modern eco-friendly options.
Susi Valero
General Manager
Starting in the funeral sector at 15, Susi progressed from driver to management roles. Her career spans decades of hands-on experience, driven by a family tradition of funeral service and a commitment to compassionate care during bereavement.
Russell Osman
Funeral Director
After 33 years in motor vehicle technology, Russell joined Blackwells of Swindon of Swindon in 2017. His local knowledge as a lifelong Cricklade resident and community involvement enhances his ability to provide personalized funeral services tailored to regional needs.
Tinikka Mason
Funeral Arranger
Transitioning from healthcare, Tinikka brings compassionate experience to funeral arrangements. Her background in care services complements her role in guiding families through memorial planning, ensuring dignified tributes that reflect individual lives.
Questions
What funeral services do you offer?
We provide full funeral planning, eco-coffins, memorial design, transport options, and prepaid plans with personalized arrangements available.
Are you available outside regular hours?
Yes, our 24/7 service operates every day of the year for immediate assistance or consultations.
Can I personalize funeral arrangements?
Absolutely. From bespoke coffin designs to unique transport options, we create tailored tributes reflecting individual preferences.
Do you offer payment plans?
Through Golden Charter partnerships, we provide prepaid funeral plans that secure future costs against inflation.
What areas do you serve?
We cover Swindon, Wiltshire, Cricklade, Cirencester, Malmesbury, Tetbury, and surrounding regions.
How are memorials created?
In partnership with James Long Masons, we craft traditional and modern memorials using premium materials with individual attention to detail.
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