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J.W & J. Mettam Independent Family Funeral Directors

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J.W & J Mettam have served the local community for over 100 years. It is our aim to advise, guide and carry out your wishes to the very highest standard. J. W.

Our fully trained staff are available 24 hours a day to assist you. J Mettam Ltd is a branch of Thomas Greatorex which 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).

23/12/2025

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours

As a funeral business, we understand that our services maybe needed at any time.

While our offices will close at certain points over the Christmas and New Year period, our telephone lines remain open 24 hours a day, should you need us.

Please see our festive opening hours below.

Thank you for your understanding, and from all of us, we wish you a peaceful Christmas and New Year.

10/12/2025

‘Tommy’
John Richard Thompson, of Beeley, sadly passed away on 22 November 2025, aged 63.
Dearly loved and missed by all his family and those who knew him. Funeral service to take place at St Anne's Church, Beeley on Friday 19 December at 11:00am.
Family flowers only by request please but donations in Tommy’s memory if desired can be made to Ashgate Hospice at mettamfunerals.co.uk/donations.
Enquiries to J W & J Mettam Ltd, Granby Croft, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1ET.

08/12/2025

This Christmas, we are proud to sponsor one of the beautiful stars shining at Ashgate Hospice. ✨

Each year, these stars light up the hospice in honour of the patients, families, and staff who show such strength, compassion, and love during the most difficult of times. It is a privilege for us to support Ashgate and the extraordinary work they do for our community.

We hold the deepest admiration for the hospice and everyone connected to it. Their care brings comfort and dignity when it is needed most, and we are grateful to play a small part in supporting their vital work.

Our star shines in tribute to them all.

25/11/2025

PLEASE NOTE over the next few months the District Council will be inspecting and testing memorials in managed cemeteries and closed churchyards where we have a responsibility for health and safety. It is a legal requirement that all memorials are stable.

The process typically involves a visual inspection for damage and a gentle hand-pressure test to check for instability.

Following the test, if a headstone is found to be unsafe it will be laid down. We appreciate this is a sensitive matter and we will always notify the registered deed holder.

11/11/2025

“For the Fallen” – Laurence Binyon (1914)

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

17/10/2025

Chesterfield Crematorium – Open Day
Sunday 2nd November | 11:00am – 1:00pm

Have you ever wanted to learn more about what happens at your local crematorium?

The Open Day offers a welcoming and informative opportunity to:

• Trace the final resting place of a loved one or ancestor.

• Discuss the options available for the disposal of cremated remains.

• Find out about our memorial schemes to commemorate loved ones.

• Learn more about the cremation process and help dispel any common worries or myths.

During the event, the team will be available to answer your questions about cremations, burials, and funeral services. You’ll also have the rare chance to take a behind-the-scenes tour of the crematorium and see how everything works with care and dignity.

Tour times: 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, and 12:30pm
Please note: Booking is essential as group sizes are limited.

30/09/2025

Team Spotlight – Lewis & Evie

At our Bakewell office, we’re lucky to have a duo who work seamlessly together to support the families we serve – Lewis, our Funeral Director, and Evie, our Funeral Administrator.

Lewis brings calm guidance, compassion, and professionalism to every family he meets, while Evie ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes with her care, attention to detail, and welcoming approach. Together, they complement each other perfectly – offering reassurance, organisation, and warmth at every step.

It’s this teamwork and dedication that makes such a difference to the families who place their trust in us. 💙

23/09/2025

Here at J.W & J Mettam we have seen an increase in marketing activity from some national direct cremation providers.

Many people aren’t even aware that their local independent funeral director offers the same direct cremation services, let us assure you that this is something we have always offered.

What makes us different?

👉🏽Our team of qualified staff all live and work in our local community.

👉🏽Our team are here to guide and support you and your loved ones.

👉🏽Your loved one will be taken into our care at the earliest opportunity, and they will remain in Bakewell with us until the cremation takes place.

👉🏽Our non-attended cremations are carried out locally within days of the paperwork being completed and the ashes returned in the following days.

👉🏽We can arrange for your loved one to be dressed in their own clothing and you can visit them in our chapel of rest.

👉🏽We support and give back to our local community.

How much does it cost?

A local dignified direct cremation arranged by our team here at J.W & J Mettam costs £1,445.

If you’d like to plan for the future, we can also arrange a direct cremation Golden Charter funeral plan which would cost £1,770.

If you are considering a non-attended or direct cremation for a loved one’s funeral, or for making your own funeral arrangements in advance with a pre-paid funeral plan, then please do speak with us on 01629 582570 or www.mettamfunerals.co.uk for further information.

Please click on the link below to view bespoke plan options with costings 👇🏼

https://www.goldencharter.co.uk/funeral-plans/340236-Jepson_Funerals_Limited

11/09/2025

Ernestine ‘Tina’ Rawson
Of Bakewell
Passed away peacefully on 27th August 2025, aged 81 years. Much loved and greatly missed by all her family and those who knew her.

Funeral service to take place at Bakewell Methodist Church on Friday 26th September at 2.45pm.

Family flowers only by request please, but donations in Tina’s memory if desired are invited for Alzheimer’s Society + The Bakewell and District Friday Club and can be made at mettamfunerals.co.uk/donations
Or sent c/o J W & J Mettam Ltd,
Granby Croft, Bakewell,
Derbyshire, DE45 1ET
01629 812114.

10/09/2025

Wilhelmena Bonsall – nee Twyford
Sadly passed away on 24th August 2025, aged 87 years.
Dearly loved and missed by all her family and friends.
Funeral service to take place at All Saints Church, Youlgrave on Thursday 18th September at 10.30am.
Family flowers only by request please, donations in Wilhelmena’s memory if desired are invited for Children with Cancer UK and can be made at mettamfunerals.co.uk/donations
Enquiries to J W & J Mettam Ltd, Granby Croft, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1ET.

19/08/2025

Last week, Lewis had the privilege of conducting the funeral service for the late Mr. Geoffrey Mabbott in Tideswell.

Geoffrey was a true gentleman and a great enthusiast of all things steam, and it was an honour to arrange a service so fitting for his lifelong passion for steam engines.

11/08/2025

Louisa Margaret Tindall
of Bakewell, passed away peacefully on 30th July 2025, aged 53 years.
A much-loved lady who will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her.
A celebration of Louisa's life will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Ashford in the Water on Thursday 21st August at 11:30am.
Family flowers only please, but donations in Louisa’s memory, may be made to Ashgate Hospice via our website www.mettamfunerals.co.uk/donations

Address

Ambrose House, Granby Croft
Bakewell
DE451ET

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.mettamfunerals.co.uk/

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