Radcliffe-on-Trent funeral directors expands across two counties after being acquired by Nottinghamshire funeral directors A.W. Lymn

A respect village funeral directors has expanded into three new funeral homes as part of it’s acquisition by A. W. Lymn.

A.W. Lymn, one of the UK’s longest-standing family funeral directors, acquired Radcliffe-on-Trent based M. A. Mills Funeral Service in 2023, a respected funeral business catering to an established customer base in the area.

Now the business has completed the rebranding of three of its funeral homes — in Aspley, Cotmanhay, and Allenton — to M. A. Mills branches.

Managing director, and fifth generation, at A.W. Lymn Matthew Lymn Rose said: “We’re looking forward to the next chapter for our family business which is to be characterised by putting customer choice and variety of service at the helm. Julia is the perfect funeral director to take on the role of overseeing the development of the M.A. Mills brand and we will support her at every turn to establish and grow its offering across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.”

The three new M.A. Mills branches and the original branch in Radcliffe-on-Trent will be overseen by experienced senior funeral director Julia Carty, who has worked for A.W. Lymn for more than two decades and has surpassed 30 years of service in the funeral industry.

Julia Carty, who will step into the role of general manager at M.A. Mills, said: "This rebranding signifies an exciting new era for some of our services. Through M.A. Mills, we’re able to provide the same trusted care with a streamlined approach that resonates with many of the families we serve today."

Matthew added: "We’re proud to honour the heritage of M.A. Mills while adapting to the needs of the families we serve. This new division of the business reflects our understanding of the importance of offering choices without compromising on quality or compassion."

Originally founded as C.D. Alcock in 1995 and later acquired by the Mills family in 2001, M.A. Mills has earned a reputation for compassionate and personalised service. The transition ensures the preservation of this legacy while expanding its reach and offerings under the A.W. Lymn umbrella.

The rebranded locations operate independently with their own dedicated teams, including a newly appointed funeral director and arranger, while receiving essential support from the broader A.W. Lymn network.