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

Maidstone District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Maidstone 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 Maidstone District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

The Family Funeral Service logo

1. The Family Funeral Service

1.8 miles away

5
(78 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2400 Cremation from £1303

“Karen made us feel important and in control at all times. Karen and the team in Bearsted were kind and considerate and professional.” — Suzy G.

“They have supported my family through two funerals over the years and each time they went above and beyond to support us during a very difficult time. Thanks for looking after my relatives and giving them the send off they deserved.” — Oliver B.

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2. Michael A Lawrence Funeral Directors

2.4 miles away

4.8
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were superb from our initial meeting, right through to the picking up of the ashes. We cannot thank them enough.” — Shaun W.

“This is the second time we have used them and they have once again delivered a seamless service, filled with dignity, support and grace.” — Victoria H.

Albany Funerals - Maidstone logo

3. Albany Funerals - Maidstone

2.4 miles away

5
(47 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2625 Cremation from £1500

“Nothing was too much trouble even when I kept changing my mind. On the day Matthew and his team discreetly executed their duties, which made the day less painful as I knew everything was in good safe experienced hands.” — Teresa E.

“Matthew was extremely kind and patient with my sons and nephews who carried my father, taking time to gently explain everything to them. I will be forever grateful that they made a horrid time in our lives a little easier.” — Samantha

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4. Doves Funeral Directors

3.1 miles away

4.9
(169 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Cheryl Cox

Meet Cheryl

“Jackie went above and beyond to accommodate our requests for a truly personalised funeral. From the beginning, Jackie welcomed us with kindness and compassion, explaining and advising on every step of the process so we could organise a memorable day for my Dad.” — Gina H.

“Chris the funeral director was very respectful and oversaw every detail on the day in a non-intrusive way, right down to wearing a tie in my mother's favourite colour. The personal service from start to finish was outstanding.” — Stephen

Co-op Funeralcare (inc. D. W. Freemans) logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare (inc. D. W. Freemans)

3.3 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent professional and sympathetic but not over the top. Good communication and a very good celebrant who made us feel at ease and communicated our feelings perfectly.” — Tracy S.

“A very good celebrant in Danni who made us feel at ease and communicated our feelings perfectly.” — Tracy S.

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6. Pickard and Beale

3.5 miles away

4.4
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Marc Lamenza came to visit us to put together a eulogy for my late father — he did an outstanding job and it was a fitting tribute to my dad.” — Tania S.

“Your attention to detail and the support you gave us as a family went above and beyond. As a family, we cannot express enough thanks to Wayne, Pat and the whole team.” — Maureen B.

7. Co-op Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It was the best experience you could wish for working with Coxheath Funeralcare. On the day, Charlotte and Graham were the perfect team. The whole process was professional and human.” — Julia H.

“Tina at Coxheath could have done no more. Her kindness and empathy were second to none and nothing was too much trouble. Her attention to detail ensured everything was perfect.” — C P.

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8. Sears Funeral Service

4.5 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We felt that we were not just another customer. Special mentions for Sally in the office in Maidstone and Mike who coordinated the funeral on the day and made the experience easy to understand.” — Alex D.

“Your attention to detail, kindness, and support during such a difficult time meant a lot. Thank you for ensuring our dad was laid to rest with dignity and respect.” — L F.

Family Funeral Service logo

9. Family Funeral Service

4.8 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2400 Cremation from £1303
Michael Lawrence

Meet Michael, Michael, Rik +1

“Rik was compassionate, considerate and thoughtful and his whole team carried out their duties impeccably, easing our path through what is inevitably a difficult time.” — Martin R.

“Nothing felt too much to ask and my Mum felt supported throughout which was so important to us. Amazing service at such a difficult time.” — Jenny B.

Family Funeral Service logo

10. Family Funeral Service

5.4 miles away

4.9
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2400 Cremation from £1193

“They guided us through every step with care and compassion. Communication was excellent — always easy to reach and quick to respond to any questions, which made the whole process so much less stressful. They handled everything with such respect and attention to detail, and it really meant a lot to our family.” — Rhia S.

“Tara was so supportive on both occasions and our family felt very well looked after throughout — she looked after both my Dad and Mum across two bereavements. We have no hesitation in recommending The Family Funeral Service.” — K C.

11. Co-op Funeralcare

7.1 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nikki was extremely kind, caring and knowledgeable and put us at ease straight away, keeping us up to date with everything that was happening.” — Nicole B.

“They are extremely thoughtful and attentive, paying close attention to every detail to ensure privacy and dignity are maintained. Their compassionate approach shows how much they truly care, continuing to provide dignity and respect in such a loving way.” — Roxana F.

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12. Doves Funeral Directors

7.2 miles away

5
(51 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Doves funeral went above and beyond and done a fantastic service for my mum. Jennie from the larkfield branch was of great help in putting everything together for us and making mums day memorable.” — Jason P.

“A big thank you to James for making my mum's final journey extra special by walking in front of the hearse which has number plate HRH — mum would have laughed out loud. Thanks to the Doves team for attending to all the important little things in our time of sadness.” — Val J.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google