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L&J Gulwell
Thornbury

Our trusted, local funeral directors are here to support you.

Funeral Directors – Thornbury

Organising funeral services can be an emotional and confusing time for many. With so much information to take in and the end goal being to deliver a perfect service that is both peaceful and meaningful, the whole process can be stressful.

We have over 75 years’ experience as funeral directors in Bristol. During that time, we’ve helped countless families in your area say goodbye in the most respectful and thoughtful ways. From local knowledge through to assisting with death registrations, we’re available to help wherever you need us.

L&J Gulwell

Thornbury


Contact details

1 Quaker Lane, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 2AD

Telephone: 01454 418 779
(phone line is open 24 hours a day, everyday)

Email: thornbury@sheppardfunerals.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday – Friday:  9:00am – 5:00pm
Weekend: Open upon request

  • 01454 418 779
    Thornbury
  • 01454 778 838
    Coalpit Heath
  • 01454 773 776
    Winterbourne
  • 01454 320 005
    Yate
  • 0117 956 9479
    Staple Hill

Our Services

Offering a wide array of funeral services in Thornbury, our friendly and experienced team can help with every aspect of the day:

Coffins

We’ll help you with the process of choosing a coffin from our high-quality selection, with options for every budget.

Flowers

We can take care of the floral tributes, arrangements and wreaths to pay tribute to your loved one, with bespoke options to suit your needs.

Masonry

Create a meaningful legacy to commemorate your loved one with our experienced masonry partners.

Urns

Whether you have display, burial or scattering in mind, we have an array of traditional and contemporary urns for you to choose from.

Vehicles

Our team can take care of arranging transportation for the funeral, from traditional transport to alternative options tailored to your requirements.

Stationery

Support from our wording, design and production teams can help you with the order of service, attendance cards and thank you cards.

Funeral Plans

We also offer manageable funeral plans to ensure your family is protected from the financial anxieties that often come with a funeral.

Nearest Crematorium

We’re proud to support families in Thornbury with access to trusted local crematoriums, ensuring services are close to home and handled with care.

Nearest Cemeteries

Thornbury is served by several well-kept local cemeteries, giving families the option of a burial close to home in familiar surroundings.

Local Funeral Directors  

Our extensive range of funeral services in South Gloucestershire are compiled with you in mind.

Based locally in Thornbury, our L&J Gulwell funeral home team is on hand to support families across the region with organising a celebration of life that’s tailored to the individual – covering Olveston, Tytherington, Falfield, Oldbury on Severn and Berkeley.

There when you need us 

Our knowledgeable funeral directors in Yate are always there when you need us. Having helped families through the most difficult of times for more than three quarters of a century, we’re able to offer as much or as little assistance as you need.

Trusted local network

From our funeral home in Yate or in a place that suits you, we can offer precise information about the services available in your local area. In addition, our expert partners can deliver everything from floral tributes to stationery and masonry. 

Knowledge of Bristol venues

Our team don’t just come in handy for legal and funeral advice. Because we’re based in the local area, we also have strong knowledge when it comes to venues like crematoriums and places of worship across Yate and further afield.

On hand to help throughout Yate

Give our friendly and helpful team a call on 01454 418 779 – we’re available 24 hours a day.

Or, if you’d like to speak to someone in person, visit us during the day at our Staple Hill funeral home.