After a Death in Gravesham District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

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
(172 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Joanne Hergest Joanne Hergest Paula Hergest Paula Hergest

Meet Joanne, Joanne, Joanne +9

“Rachel, in particular, was a shining light—so kind, thoughtful, and full of great suggestions. On the day, the funeral was just perfect—the staff were so compassionate and tuned in to how we were feeling. They truly went the extra mile.” — Debbie M.

“Unfortunately four days beforehand our mother also died. Hergest and Cavell couldn't do enough to help us at this extremely difficult time, and helped us organise a joint funeral. As a family, we can't thank the whole team enough for all their kindness and understanding.” — Norman S.

Lee Funeral Nelson logo

2. Lee Funeral Nelson

3.0 miles away

4.4
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a very difficult time they took all the pressure off of us. 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. You have made one of the worst days of our lives go very smoothly.” — Jack E.

“They were patient, and kind, and found a perfect Life Celebrant that truly captured the spirit of my Father-in-Law in the eulogy. My father-in-law passed away right before Christmas, and despite the holiday, they kept moving things along and were very communicative.” — Beth C.

T S Horlock and Son logo

3. T S Horlock and Son

3.6 miles away

5
(14 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

4.9
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Have used TS Horlock for our family funerals over many years and have always found the service to be extremely compassionate and the staff extremely accommodating.” — Handsome H.

“He was kind and gave us time to discuss decisions amongst ourselves. There was no pressure to add anything we did not want. We trusted him to choose our celebrant and he chose Maria Williams. She was wonderful and we were so happy with the eulogy she gave for mum.” — Debra 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
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everyone at the Co-op was very kind, friendly and helpful. Everything went so smoothly, they dealt with everything very professionally.” — Jon P.

“Just wanted to thank Sarah for all her help and kindness in arranging my husband's funeral. Also Matthew Thorne the funeral director who carried out my husband's funeral so professionally and understandingly. Cannot thank you all enough.” — Sylvia J.

T Allen Funeral Service logo

9. T Allen Funeral Service

5.3 miles away

4.4
(7 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

4.8
(32 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

4.3
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She was 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. You're amazing.” — james f.

“You made saying Goodbye to Dad such a lovely experience. I feel so at peace and content with all you did for Dad and for us. Nothing was too much for you to arrange, everything went like clockwork.” — Karen B.

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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

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    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

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    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

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