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A.P Mcdonald Funeral Services, 28 Maryport Street, Devizes (2026)

24/03/2026

Just a few days left to donate 🤍

Our Easter Egg Appeal is nearly coming to an end, and we’re getting ready to make the journey to the Children’s Ward at Great Western Hospital.

We’ve been truly overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity shown so far—thank you to everyone who has donated and supported this special cause.

If you were thinking of contributing, there’s still time to drop off an Easter egg or small treat and help us bring a little comfort and joy to children spending Easter in hospital.

Every donation really does make a difference.

📍 Drop off at A.P. McDonald Funeral Services, Devizes
🗓️ Final days before collection

Thank you for helping us bring a little Easter magic to those who need it most. 🤍

24/03/2026

Just a few days left to donate 🤍

Our Easter Egg Appeal is nearly coming to an end, and we’re getting ready to make the journey to the Children’s Ward at Great Western Hospital.

We’ve been truly overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity shown so far—thank you to everyone who has donated and supported this special cause.

If you were thinking of contributing, there’s still time to drop off an Easter egg or small treat and help us bring a little comfort and joy to children spending Easter in hospital.

Every donation really does make a difference.

📍 Drop off at A.P. McDonald Funeral Services, Devizes
🗓️ Final days before collection

Thank you for helping us bring a little Easter magic to those who need it most. 🤍

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24/03/2026

Some days remind us exactly why we do what we do.

Every life tells a story, and we believe every farewell should reflect that story in its own personal and meaningful way.

A life spent on the land, in the countryside, in farming — and a final journey that felt so true to that life. Simple, honest, and full of character. Paul accompanying him on the trailer, staying by his side for that final journey, just as it should be.

It is always a privilege to be trusted with these moments — to look after someone’s final journey and help create something that feels right for them and their family.

Moments like this stay with us. 🤍

With thanks to for capturing such a beautiful and meaningful moment so thoughtfully and thank you to

25/02/2026

🌼🐣 Our Easter Egg Appeal is Back 🐣🌼

After the incredible kindness shown during our Christmas Appeal and previous Easter Egg Appeals, we are delighted to be running it once again this year.

Every year, our community comes together to help bring a little happiness to local children, and we are always truly overwhelmed by the generosity and support shown by so many of you.

This year’s donations will be going to the Children’s Ward at Great Western Hospital, Swindon, helping make Easter extra special for young patients and their families.

If you are able to donate an Easter egg or sweet treat, we would be incredibly grateful.

From all of us at A.P. McDonald Funeral Services — thank you for continuing to support the families and children within our community. Your kindness never goes unnoticed. 💛

📍 Donations can be dropped off at our office.

23/12/2025

✨ Christmas & Festive Opening Update ✨

Our office will be closed from Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28th December.

However, please be reassured that we are always here for you.
If you need us during the festive period — day or night — Ashley, Paul and the team are available 24/7, just as we always are.

We understand that loss doesn’t pause for Christmas, and during what can be an emotional and difficult time, you are never alone. As your local, independent, family funeral directors, we are here to offer quiet guidance, care and support whenever you need us.

🤍 Here for you. Always.

17/12/2025

As we drop these Christmas gifts off to the Bright Futures Children’s Ward at Great Western Hospital, we are truly humbled by the kindness shown by our community. The generosity we’ve received this year has been overwhelming, and every single donation has been given with love and compassion at its heart. We cannot thank our community and supporters enough for coming together to help bring comfort, smiles, and a little Christmas magic to children and families during what can be a very difficult time. A heartfelt thank you to Sixpenny Nursery for their continued support this year, as always, and our sincere thanks to Darren from RMS for helping transport the gifts safely to the hospital, and to Trev Williams for his van to help transport the gifts . Acts of kindness like these remind us just how powerful community spirit truly is.

15/12/2025

12 Days of Christmas - Supporting Charities 🎄

✨ Every Christmas, West Wiltshire Crematorium spreads cheer by supporting local charities! This year, we’re proud to back a mix of national and local causes nominated by our amazing Independent funeral directors and crematorium team.

🎄 Day 3 – Winston’s Wish (£340)

On day three, £340 went to Winston’s Wish, nominated by A.P Mcdonald Funeral Services

Winston’s Wish gives hope and support to children who have lost a parent or sibling, helping them navigate grief and rebuild their lives.

https://winstonswish.org/donate-online/

02/12/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who’s donated to our Christmas Toy Appeal so far, we’re only on the 2nd of December and we’re already shocked by your incredible generosity!

You’re truly appreciated. Your kindness will make so many children in hospital happy this Christmas. 🎄

18/11/2025

🎄 Our Christmas Toy Appeal Returns! 🎄
Spreading kindness. Sharing joy. Making Christmas brighter together. ✨

As we begin our annual appeal, Ashley, Sam & Paul want to say a heartfelt thank you to our incredible community. Every single year, you make this possible. Without your generosity, this appeal simply wouldn’t happen — and we are truly grateful.

This Christmas, we are once again collecting toys for the children on the Swindon Children’s Ward (Brighter Futures, GWH).
These are local families, local children, and your kindness helps bring comfort, happiness, and a little Christmas magic to those spending the festive period in hospital. 🎁💛

Your support year after year has been outstanding, and we sincerely hope you’ll get behind it again. Whether you donate a toy, share this post, or help spread the word, every gesture helps us reach even more children.

🎁 Toy Donations Welcome At:
28 Maryport Street, Devizes
📅 Collections run until 16th December
📞 01380 698188
🌐 apmcdonaldfunerals.com

Together, as a community, we can make a real difference — bringing smiles, hope and warmth when it’s needed most.
Thank you, as always, for your incredible support ❤️🎄

✨ And while you’re dropping by Maryport Street, be sure to take a moment to enjoy our Christmas Village window display.
A little festive scene we create each year to bring a smile to everyone passing — a small touch of Christmas magic in the heart of Devizes. ✨

09/11/2025

Remembrance Sunday

This year marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War — a conflict that changed the world forever.

Today, we pause to remember every man, woman, and child whose lives were touched by war.
Those who fought bravely, those who worked tirelessly at home, and those who never returned.

Their courage, sacrifice, and love for their country continue to inspire us, generation after generation.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.

❤️ We will remember them.

26/08/2025

🎶 Today Paul joined BBC Radio Wiltshire to chat about the top funeral music choices and some of the more unusual requests we’ve heard over the years.Music is such a personal way to be remembered – so we’d love to know…✨ What’s the one track that truly represents you?✨ Or the most unusual song you’d want played at your funeral?Drop your answer in the comments below ⬇️

08/05/2025

Today, on VE Day, we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served—and gave so much—for our freedom.

As funeral directors, remembrance is at the heart of what we do. Each year on Remembrance Day, we stand alongside our local communities to ensure that the legacy of the fallen is never forgotten.

We will remember them.

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