John Brierley & Son Funeral Directors

12/11/2025

Thank you Cheshire Flowers for yet another one of your beautiful coffin sprays. This was simply stunning ❤️

We had tbe privilege of creating this stunning coffin spray made with a rustic feel but with a nod to a lovely man's favourite footy team, poppies were also
added to symbolise his final journey on 11th November, a lovely touch by his family.

10/11/2025

Unfortunately we are having more drivers on the roads being impatient and trying to push in on the Funeral Cortège’. In-between the Hearse and the Limousines with bereaved family members in, on funerals with our horses and a few occasions now where they have nearly hit our funeral director Kelly as she walks in front of the hearse/horses.

This is happening to the point where accidents have nearly been caused because someone just wants to cut in or to cut through.

I appreciate we drive slow, but this is someone’s final journey, and this is done out of respect.

A final journey is so precious and sadly we will all be the family following our loved ones final journey at some point.

Could I ask everyone to share and make those aware..

Lets Pay Our Respects

If you see a hearse, let's pause, stand for a moment as we pass, maybe as simple as taking off your hat, and bow your head?

A tradition that would show people that their loss is noticed and shared by us all 💙

Please, if you see a hearse at a junction please stop and allow some of the following cars to also exit the junction. On most cases this is the family behind following the hearse.

It only makes your journey slightly longer but means the world to our families. Thank you 🙏💙

09/11/2025

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29/10/2025

On friday, our Funeral Director Kelly and the team had the honour of conducting a beautiful service for a wonderful man whose love of music truly filled the chapel. Both his wife’s choir and his own performed at different times during the service, each offering heartfelt tributes that reflected his passion for singing and the joy he brought to others through music. The stunning floral arrangements perfectly captured his spirit, from the piano design symbolising his musical talent to the “DAD” flowers, made even more personal with one of his own shirts lovingly included. Surrounded by his devoted family and the melodies he loved, it was a touching celebration of a life lived in harmony, love, and song.
Beautiful flowers made by the amazing team at Cheshire Flowers 💙

24/10/2025

🌟 Supporting The Wellspring this Winter 🌟

The team here at John Brierley & Son Funeral Directors, along with our sister branches S.P. Astley Reddish, S.P. Astley Denton and James Bradley Clayton, are proud to be working with the amazing charity The Wellspring, based right here in Stockport. 💛

The Wellspring provides vital support to people who are homeless or at risk of losing their home. Their incredible team offers 1:1 support, hot meals, healthcare, wellbeing services, accommodation assistance, and so much more. They also respond to a wide range of issues including mental and physical health, domestic abuse, substance misuse, debt, and unemployment.

Through the generosity of people like you, The Wellspring can continue to help those most in need. Donations of clothes, shoes, coats, underwear, toiletries, food and other essentials go a long way in changing lives.

🧥 We’ll soon have a clothing donation bin available in the car park at John Brierley & Son — expected within the next 10 days. Please feel free to drop off any items you’d like to give.

📸 Attached are two of The Wellspring’s current campaigns:

🎁 A £5 donation helps provide someone with a hot Christmas dinner and a gift this festive season.

🎒 The Rucksack Project collects sleeping bags, tents, warm clothes, toiletries, and other essentials to create survival kits for those living on the streets.

If you’d like to support, you can donate items directly to us, or contact The Wellspring team. Every single contribution makes a difference — no matter how small. ❤️

Our funeral team will also be volunteering at The Wellspring Centre to help with their day-to-day tasks and see firsthand the incredible work they do for our community.

Together, we can make a real difference. Thank you for your kindness and support. 🙏

19/10/2025

Get booking in whilst there is some availability 🎄

03/10/2025

💝Our Popular Gift Card Offer is Back!💝

From 1st October to 30th November 2025, receive a gift card when you take out a Dignity Funeral Plan with us at John Brierley & Son.

💙 Direct Cremation Funeral Plans – from just £1,799
Take out a plan before 30th November and receive a £50 gift card 💳

💙Attended Funeral Plans
Take out a plan before 30th November and receive a £150 gift card 💳

Now’s the perfect time to secure affordable peace of mind for the future—for yourself or a loved one.

📞 Call Nikki, our Funeral Plan Consultant on
0161 483 0860
🏢 visit us in branch.
🏡 or we can arrange a home visit.



John Brierley and Son Funeral Directors is a trading style of Dignity Funerals Limited. Dignity Funerals Limited is a company registered in England No. 00041598. VAT registered No. 486 6081 14. Registered office: 4 King Edwards Court, King Edwards Square, Sutton Coldfield B73 6AP. Dignity Funerals Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under Firm Reference Number 967130.

28/09/2025

On Friday, our Funeral Director Kelly and hearse driver Andy returned from a special service honouring a gentleman with Scottish heritage. To pay tribute, Kelly proudly wore the McKinlay tartan cravat (made by Kelly, using genuine McKinlay tartan fabric), while Andy and the team complemented the look in blue. Both also carried the Scottish thistle and flag pins as a mark of respect.

It’s always a privilege to personalise our services in ways that reflect a life well lived, heritage, and family traditions.

25/09/2025

We are continually humbled by the thoughtfulness of our families we serve. Even while walking through their own grief, so many take the time to send us cards, words of thanks and lots of chocolates and biscuits for the team.

These gestures truly touch us and mean more than we can say. Over the past few weeks, we’ve received so many beautiful tokens of appreciation, and they serve as a powerful reminder of why we do what we do, to care for families with compassion during their most difficult times.

We are deeply grateful for your kindness; it warms our hearts and strengthens our commitment to serve.💙

22/07/2025