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

Sevenoaks District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Sevenoaks 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 Sevenoaks District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Welham Jones, Sevenoaks logo

1. Welham Jones, Sevenoaks

0.4 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2075 Cremation from £1014
Pam Pines Rebecca Welham Ricci Webster Simon Welham

Meet Pam, Rebecca, Ricci +1

“We were gently guided through the process but never rushed, always listened to, our wishes implemented with lots of compassion and kindness. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Cheryl P.

“Debbie checked in on me all the time — not just to discuss arrangements, but to make sure I was ok. They gave Jonty a lovely send off. So professional.” — Mary B.

Francis Chappell and Sons logo

2. Francis Chappell and Sons

0.7 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Karen, I found so easy to talk to and explain what we wanted. Nothing was too much, so we felt comfortable to ask anything we were unsure of. The attention and professionalism of all the staff exemplary.” — Sue R.

“Jack visited my home to lead me through the entire process of the funeral day, even right down to where everyone would sit in the chapel, to the placing of the order of service sheets. I cannot praise and recommend this company highly enough.” — Madeleine

W Hodges Funeral Directors logo

3. W Hodges Funeral Directors

1.0 miles away

4.9
(83 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Chris Minter Chris Minter

Meet Chris, Chris, Jayne +1

“For such a difficult time she made it all feel easy to deal with. Her suggestions on venue and music and celebrant were perfect making the day feel very uplifting for such a sad event and the photo tribute made it so special.” — Caroline B.

“I sadly lost both my parents in the space of 2 months so have had 2 funerals to arrange. Sarah at W Hodges was fantastic. For such a sad event, she made it all feel easy to deal with and I didn't need to worry as I knew she had everything covered!” — Vivien C.

Doves Funeral Directors logo

4. Doves Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

5
(44 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Cheryl helped and supported us with arranging the funeral beautifully with kindness and compassion. The team who supported us on the day, led by Matthew, were amazing and we couldn't have asked for more.” — Robert H.

“The gentle yet experienced guidance was exactly what one requires at such an emotional time. The day before the funeral I received a reassuring call to say all was going to plan and what I could expect on the day.” — Lindsey K.

Welham Jones Funeral Directors logo

5. Welham Jones Funeral Directors

5.7 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2075 Cremation from £1014
Pam Pines Pam Pines Rebecca Welham Rebecca Welham

Meet Pam, Pam, Rebecca +5

“Never pressured or pushed, allowing me to take my time with all the overwhelming decisions I had to make. They show real compassion & care, keeping us informed every step of the way. The level of respect was exceptional.” — Kellie H.

“She took us through it with care and patience and was able to accommodate all my mother's wishes for the service and for his ashes. We felt very reassured to have her organising it all for us.” — Barbara P.

Mears Family Funerals logo

6. Mears Family Funerals

6.3 miles away

4.5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Gary Hart Gary Hart Gary Hart Lisa McDermott

Meet Gary, Gary, Gary +12

“Lucy was a wonderful caring person who looked after us with sympathy and understanding. On the day all the staff were excellent and everything went smoothly.” — Paul T.

“James Huntington is such a lovely man, who took the time to listen and understand who my husband was and his life. This allowed him to do a very moving service at the graveside and impressed everyone.” — Kathleen H.

W Uden and Sons Ltd logo

7. W Uden and Sons Ltd

6.4 miles away

5
(97 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“On the actual day they were brilliant and the young man Joseph went above and beyond. Thank you for making a sad day a little less painful.” — S Y.

“They managed to blend the old traditions with some modern requests and the service was beautiful. Thank you from the bottom of mine and my sister's heart.” — Nicola F.

Welham Jones, Chelsfield logo

8. Welham Jones, Chelsfield

6.5 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2075 Cremation from £1014
Pam Pines Rebecca Welham Ricci Webster Simon Welham

Meet Pam, Rebecca, Ricci +1

“Mel has been amazing, kind and patient throughout the whole process. I highly recommend Welham Jones.” — Tina D.

“From start to finish they have been so supportive, professional and caring. Nothing was too much trouble and made what was a very difficult time easier for me.” — Lyn R.

T W Boorman Funeral Services logo

9. T W Boorman Funeral Services

6.7 miles away

4.9
(106 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Chris Minter Chris Minter Chris Minter Laura Rainsford

Meet Chris, Chris, Chris +12

“Their attention to detail was amazing and the respect they showed Mum on her journey to the Crematorium was touching. Not only did they take care of the funeral arrangements, they also guided us through the official process of registering the death. We cannot thank them enough.” — Carol C.

“We could not have found a more sympathetic and genuinely caring person in Tansy, to help us with the arrangements for my mother's funeral and the subsequent interment back with my father in Birmingham. The service which she and her team provided was excellent and we would certainly recommend TW Boorman Funeral Services.” — Martin W.

Welham Jones, Tonbridge logo

10. Welham Jones, Tonbridge

6.8 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2075 Cremation from £1014
Pam Pines Pam Pines Pam Pines Rebecca Welham

Meet Pam, Pam, Pam +8

“Welham Jones were excellent from start to finish and in every respect. Nothing was ever too much trouble.” — Michael W.

“Rosanna did a great job with all the administration and the team did a wonderful job on the day. A great send off for our dad.” — Tracey H.

Doves Funeral Directors logo

11. Doves Funeral Directors

6.8 miles away

4.9
(31 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Amanda was so kind and compassionate, kept me informed at every stage of the arrangements, she provided much needed support at a very difficult time.” — Maureen B.

“I would like to pay tribute to the staff who, despite being in the middle of storm Eunice, made the funeral happen. She helped us through the process in a compassionate and professional way.” — Neil P.

12. Co-op Funeralcare

7.0 miles away

4.5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish, Rai was absolutely lovely. I was kept up to date on everything — can't thank Rai and the team enough.” — jodie l.

“They helped us enormously through the process of the cremation and the service. I can not fault the service of the co op funeral arrangements and would recommend the service to anybody.” — jean h.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google