William Purves Funeral Directors - inc Alistair Turner

William Purves Funeral Directors - inc Alistair Turner William Purves is a fifth generation, family owned and run funeral director. Our company was founded on values of compassion, dedication, integrity and respect.

Funeral care delivered with Compassion, Dedication, Integrity and Respect in Alnwick, Amble, Rothbury and their surrounding areas — we're here when you need us, 24/7. These branches are in Alnwick, Amble and Rothbury, but we also have branches throughout the Northumberland region as well as Scotland. No matter where you need us, or when, we're here for anyone facing a bereavement, 24/7 every day o

f the year. Whether you need help now, or are planning ahead, we're here for you and your loved ones. William Purves is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

21/05/2026

For 56% of people, playing a loved one’s favourite music is what gives a funeral its true meaning.

Whether it’s the music, location or anything else, we're here to help you celebrate the story of a life lived, not only to mourn one that is lost.

Today our branch is closed while our team attend an annual training event.If you need assistance, our on-call team is he...
20/05/2026

Today our branch is closed while our team attend an annual training event.

If you need assistance, our on-call team is here to help and we'll be open tomorrow as usual.
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Tomorrow, our branch will be closed as our team joins our annual training event.If you need assistance, our on-call team...
19/05/2026

Tomorrow, our branch will be closed as our team joins our annual training event.

If you need assistance, our on-call team is here to help.
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17/05/2026

A simple funeral doesn't mean you can't be there to say goodbye. Bill wanted “no fuss” when he died—but what happened next didn’t feel right for his family. Richard and Dorothee had to make a difficult decision to have the send-off they needed.

Watch their story here.

Next Wednesday, 20th May, branches across the William Purves family will be closed so we can bring our staff together fo...
13/05/2026

Next Wednesday, 20th May, branches across the William Purves family will be closed so we can bring our staff together for our annual training event.

If you need assistance on the 20th, our on-call team is on standby to help you.
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Ted Roland (Amble)Peacefully on 27th April, aged 90 years.Dearly beloved husband of Thelma, much loved dad of Wendy and ...
12/05/2026

Ted Roland (Amble)

Peacefully on 27th April, aged 90 years.

Dearly beloved husband of Thelma, much loved dad of Wendy and the late Jeff, father-in-law to Robert and Wendy.

Also loving grandfather to Carl, Michael, Caitlin and Steven, and great grandfather to Micah, Eleanor, Max, Ezra, Grace and Rowan.

Special thanks to Malcolm for all his years of friendship and kindness.

Ted will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Please meet for service at Northumberland Crematorium, NE65 9QJ on Friday 22nd May at 12.30pm

Family flowers only, however, any kind donations received will be given to Amble RNLI for which a donation box will be available at the service.

Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, Amble, NE65 0EA. Tel: 01665 712277

12/05/2026

There's no right or wrong way to say goodbye.

From favourite colours to unique locations, we're here to help you honour what made them one-of-a-kind.

11/05/2026

If you're grieving, you don't have to be alone or suffer in silence.

- Free resources to build your confidence

- Access to professional counselling

- Signposting to local bereavement support options

- Here for a chat in your local branch

Isolation after a loss is all too common, so we're here to help.

10/05/2026

The most memorable farewells are those which celebrate people, their interests and passions.

Tell us your loved one's story and we'll help you with the personal touches to make their final chapter as meaningful as possible.

81 years on, we are still so grateful and remember those who served on the front lines and at home for the sake of futur...
08/05/2026

81 years on, we are still so grateful and remember those who served on the front lines and at home for the sake of future generations.

05/05/2026

Carla initially used an online cremation service when she lost her mum.

After a difficult experience, she consulted her local funeral director. Not only was she able to say goodbye her way, she found the care and compassion needed from the funeral specialists on her doorstep. Watch her story here and if you need advice or support from your local funeral team, get in touch with us today.

Watch Carla's story.

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Garden Lodge, Greenwell Road
Alnwick
NE661HB

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