“From our first contact, Simon showed us great compassion and kindness at such a difficult time.”
“From our first contact, Simon showed us great compassion and kindness at such a difficult time.”
Helpful advice from planning ahead to aftercare
Helpful advice from planning ahead to aftercare
Family run funeral services from £1195
Family run funeral services from £1195
Plan touching, respectful services with our helpful team anytime
Plan touching, respectful services with our helpful team anytime

Independent Funeral Director In Exmouth And Budleigh

Independent Family Run Funeral Director In Exmouth and Budleigh

Otter Valley Funerals is Budleigh Salterton’s only independent funeral director. Our funeral homes in Exmouth and Budleigh are managed by qualified funeral director Simon Savage who brings years of experience conducting funerals across East Devon and beyond. From direct cremation, simple cremation services and local burial services, through to large scale church funerals further afield and even green funerals and natural burials on Dartmoor, we have covered it all.

We are inspected members of the NAFD and active members of the Devon Area NAFD, regularly attending area meetings and training courses to ensure we provide the best care possible to both the bereaved and the deceased.

We have offices in both Budleigh Salterton and Exmouth which are manned by our staff who are all family. We pride ourselves on our personal service and attention to detail ensuring every funeral service, from a direct cremation to a natural burial, is conducted to the best of our ability.

Our support for our local community goes beyond just funerals and we sponsor many community causes, groups and teams as well as being actively involved in Shop Budleigh and Exmouth Chamber Of Commerce. We are also a signatory on the Armed Forces Covenant as well as offering blue light and carers discounts to support those that support our community.

Direct Cremation

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Google Reviews for Otter Valley Funerals

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Fran Fairbairn-Harvey
14:34 13 Apr 25
The professionalism, care and support we received from Otter Valley Funerals was exceptional from our first meeting with Simon the evening my father passed away at home to the after care and related services. Simon was kind, compassionate and always available to us. He guided us through the processes of registering the death and arranging the church service, offering useful advice and making the difficult time less harrowing. Simon made it easy for us to provide dad with the bespoke send off that he had requested and nothing was ever a problem. Simon would return our call the same day and all email communication was quick and of the highest standard. We were extremely happy with all of the ancillary services Otter Valley Funerals recommended from the order of services to the wicker coffin and flowers which were both beautiful. Simon and his team were respectful at all times and even answered the many questions from the grandchildren on the day of the ceremony.Otter Valley Funerals exceeded our family’s expectations and honoured dad's last requests. Dad couldn't have made a wiser choice and we will forever be grateful to Simon and his team.
Daisy R
12:52 19 Mar 25
My father's funeral was made easy to organise thanks to Simon. He was attentive, compassionate and ensured everything ran smoothly. Simon cares deeply about what he does and it shows in all the details. We were very happy to find Otter Valley Funerals, as a local, family run business and we are very grateful to Simon and his team at this very sad and difficult time for us.
Lee lucky
09:40 19 Feb 25
Amazing .Simon was always there at the end of the phone if we had any question .attention to detail he helped us with .to obtaining a flag for my dads coffin .to wearing orange ties for the service .my dad's favourite colour .Thankyou for making a sad day run smoothly
Kay Stephan
15:12 03 Feb 25
Simon, Jenna and the team made everything so easy when our mum passed away. Simon was kind, considerate and professional. Keeping us informed at every stage, responding to questions quickly and offering practical advice.The day of the celebration of life went like clockwork.
Sarah Burfitt
17:47 14 Jan 25
My Dad unexpectedly passed away before Christmas and I couldn't be more grateful to Simon during this difficult time. Simon was so compassionate and explained everything, taking on our wishes, making everything so easy.I am so glad Simon was looking at after my Dad and wouldn't have changed a thing. Thank you so much! 💓
Elizabeth Owers
17:34 14 Jan 25
I am so pleased that we decided to use Otter Valley. We wanted a direct cremation but with a more personal touch than some of the bigger names offered, and we 100% found the right place.Not only were the prices the most competitive, the service was exceptional and nothing was too much trouble for Simon. From the first phone call I knew this was the place I wanted to use and I am pleased I trusted my dad to him. I couldn't recommend Otter Valley more highly. I will recommend them to others with confidence.
Iain Macleod
14:01 23 Dec 24
Simon and his colleagues provided a very professional and considerate service throughout.He gave great advice on all aspects for my mothers funeral and made the whole process very easy for us.I would like to thank them all for helping my family through this difficult time. Mum was a very dignified lady so we wanted the best for her. This we received from Simon.
Gary Salter
10:54 14 Dec 24
From our very first contact, we found Simon to be extremely caring, considerate and helpful.Simon helped us through the whole funeral process with patience and understanding.We would recommend Simon and his team at Otter valley Funerals without reservation.
maz dufall
14:10 22 Nov 24
Simon has a calm, kind and respectful manner which reassured us that all would be well with our Mum's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble, and when we changed our minds a number of times he appeared completely unruffled. He showed respect for Mum and we were confident that he took good care of her body until the funeral. It made all the difference to know that we were in capable hands and we would have no hesitation in recommending his service to others.
Josh Lovegrove
15:43 11 Oct 24
So me and my family decided to use otter valley funerals because we love to support a local business instead of big chains. My brother Sam recommended these guys and we couldn’t feel more proud of my older brother for recommending these guys.my dad wants to take the time to say thank you so much for looking after his dear wife and he wants to use them for his own funeral. So if anyone is in doubt to find the perfect people to look after your loved ones the please get in contact with Simon there amazing. So thank you so so much for giveing mum the best send off.