Business Details
Your Trusted Funeral Services Partner in Reading
Founded in 1826, AB Walker is a family-owned funeral director with nine branches across Berkshire and South Oxfordshire. We prioritise compassionate, personalised service to guide families through the funeral planning process. Our team is committed to environmental sustainability, achieving carbon neutrality while maintaining high standards of care and professionalism. With nearly two centuries of experience, we support clients through every step, from initial arrangements to aftercare services. Our approach balances tradition with innovation, offering both conventional funerals and modern direct cremation options. 
Services
Cremation services
Burial arrangements
Prepaid funeral plans
Memorial masonry
Bereavement support
Highlights and features
- We offer nearly 200 years of funeral service experience since 1826
- Our family-owned business maintains local branch accessibility
- We provide carbon-neutral funeral arrangements
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Personalised aftercare support services available
What people say
Compassionate staff
Professional handling
Environmental commitment
Local accessibility
Aftercare support
Services
Cremation services
We offer traditional cremation services with full ceremonial options. Our experienced team coordinates venue bookings, transportation, and documentation. Families receive guidance on memorial choices and ash scattering procedures.
Burial arrangements
Complete burial planning from grave site selection to headstone installation. We manage cemetery permits, coffin choices, and funeral director coordination. Eco-friendly burial options are available across our service areas.
Prepaid funeral plans
Secure your funeral preferences in advance through our fully regulated prepaid plans. Options include inflation protection and flexible payment terms. Plans ensure financial certainty while allowing full personalisation of service elements.
Memorial masonry
Custom memorial design and installation services for graves and cremation plots. Our stone masons craft traditional headstones, engraved plaques, and natural memorials using sustainable materials.
Bereavement support
Free aftercare services include grief counselling and practical guidance. We connect families with local support groups and provide assistance with administrative tasks following loss.
Questions
What immediate steps should I take when someone dies?
Contact us first for guidance. We'll help register the death, arrange transportation, and begin funeral planning at your convenience.
Can I personalise the funeral service?
Yes, we specialise in creating tailored ceremonies. Options include unique venues, music choices, and customised order-of-service materials.
Do you offer environmentally friendly funeral options?
Our green burial and direct cremation services minimise environmental impact. We use sustainable vehicles and maintain carbon-neutral operations.
How do prepaid funeral plans work?
Our plans lock in current prices and allow full service customisation. Funds are securely held in Trust Corporation schemes for your protection.
What support services do you provide after the funeral?
We offer free bereavement counselling for 12 months and practical help with estate administration, pet care, and memorial maintenance.
Which areas do you cover?
We serve Reading, Wokingham, Maidenhead, Henley-on-Thames, and surrounding areas from our nine local branches.
