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Gravesham District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Gravesham District area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.

What to do after a death

1

Register the death

This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.

2

Choose a funeral director

Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.

3

Arrange the funeral

Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.

4

Sort out the estate

You may need probate. Use our free checker to find out, or speak to a specialist for advice.

Need more detail? Our step-by-step guides cover everything from costs to what happens on the day.

Funeral directors near Gravesham District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Hergest and Cavell Funeral Directors logo

1. Hergest and Cavell Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(166 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Joanne Hergest Joanne Hergest Paula Hergest Paula Hergest

Meet Joanne, Joanne, Paula +5

“Jo was exceptionally efficient and kept regular contact and gave constant reassurance. Peter on the day of the funeral was so composed and gentle. Just the right kind of people to carry out this service, a great family with great family values.” — Jill W.

“Every single person we dealt with made us feel supported and cared for not just as clients, but like we were part of their own family. They treated my mum with such dignity, and nothing was too much trouble.” — RMaude 1.

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2. Lee Funeral Nelson

3.0 miles away

4.4
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were incredibly warm and sympathetic, while being buttoned up and organized with all the arrangements. They were patient, and kind, and found a perfect Life Celebrant that truly captured the spirit of my Father-in-Law.” — Beth C.

“On the day of the funeral we mainly dealt with David who had a very soft tone and helped us through the day making sure everything was ready when we arrived. You have made one of the worst days of our lives go very smoothly.” — Jack E.

T S Horlock and Son logo

3. T S Horlock and Son

3.6 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He had a new grave marker made by them the same day. He is absolutely thrilled. Thank you.” — Katie A.

“Caring and supportive service provided up to, and including, the day. Not being local didn't hinder the process. Professional service that I would highly recommend during an incredibly emotional time.” — Julie G.

T S Horlock and Son logo

4. T S Horlock and Son

3.7 miles away

4.8
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From their first call, the communication throughout the preparations, to their direction on the day, they are professional, friendly and undoubtedly dedicated to supporting every family who walks through their door.” — Maria W.

“The lovely new owner Mel not only gave me a new plaque, she also had it mounted on a brand new cross. Thank you, it was beautiful.” — Sophie G.

T Allen Funeral Service logo

5. T Allen Funeral Service

3.9 miles away

4.8
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Terry Allen

Meet Lynn, Terry

“Dignified, respectful and compassionate. When you are at your lowest ebb you can ask for no more.” — Ewen M.

“She looked peaceful and natural. Glenys looked after us brilliantly. The staff took great care of her, especially when I went to see her in the Chapel of Rest.” — Debbie W.

6. W Naylar and Son

4.8 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to say thankyou for all the help and guidance we received with the funeral for my mother.” — Lisa B.

“Very professional and caring. Guidance was there if needed.” — David A.

Medway Funeral Directors logo

7. Medway Funeral Directors

5.1 miles away

5
(90 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2400 Cremation from £1318
Colin Randall Kim Barton Lee Hawden Michael Lawrence

Meet Colin, Kim, Lee +1

“Colin explained, guided and supported me through it from start to finish. My questions were answered in a calm and friendly manner and any change or alteration I wanted for my mum's burial were nicely accommodated. The service provided was 1st class.” — Gabriel O.

“As soon as we met Ferne we felt at ease and comfortable that they would help us give our mother a befitting funeral. Colin and Ferne alleviated a lot of the stress that comes with planning a funeral through their sheer kindness, communication, and attentiveness to our requests during such a difficult time.” — Lizzie

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

5.2 miles away

4.6
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Absolutely outstanding service from the team at the Co-op. 1st class service from the 1st phone call to the day of cremation.” — JANET K.

“Emma at your Strood store was absolutely fantastic. The whole funeral ran seamlessly. My wife could not have had a better sendoff.” — Es E.

T Allen Funeral Service logo

9. T Allen Funeral Service

5.3 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Respectful, precise, empathetic and kind.” — Hazel B.

“My dear Late Mother had the best send off I could have asked for. Their customer service was second to none. Nothing was too much.” — T m.

Clarkes Funeral Service logo

10. Clarkes Funeral Service

5.4 miles away

4.8
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2010 Cremation from £1600

“I am very fussy and cannot fault them in any way. The guys at Clarkes were very professional and supportive.” — Gary B.

“My family have used Clarkes on three separate occasions and they have each time provided the best service.” — Denice S.

W Naylar and Son logo

11. W Naylar and Son

5.5 miles away

4.7
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fiona, Bob and the team were professional, compassionate and very caring at an extremely difficult time after losing my beloved daughter Emma to cancer.” — Julie B.

“Despite being unable to use Naylors, they showed great compassion, care and provided us with more information in the short time we liaised with them than the undertaker we ended up using. We regret there was literally no comparison and we felt very let down by them.” — Helen L.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

6.0 miles away

4.2
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sarah was absolutely first class. Attentive and understood exactly the kind of service we wanted. Everything went as we asked on the day of the service, there was nothing that was too much trouble.” — james f.

“Cannot praise Verity and Carly enough. They were very patient with me and understood all my concerns and worries. Nothing is too much trouble for them.” — Jacqui P.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We can only say thank you to Teresa and Santanna at the Ruddungton branch for their kindness, thoughttulness, care, support and advice given to my family during our most sad weeks…

    Mrs and Mr Brooks and Bing via Google
    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google