After a Death in Tonbridge and Malling District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Tonbridge and Malling District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Tonbridge and Malling 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 Tonbridge and Malling District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

TDM Funeral Services Ltd logo

1. TDM Funeral Services Ltd

2.8 miles away

4.4
(40 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We had a family member's cremation here. Excellent helpful staff.” — Dinesh P.

“Couldn't ask for a better send off for my aunt, gardens are kept beautiful and staff are great. I would recommend this place.” — Sarah G.

Viner and Sons Ltd logo

2. Viner and Sons Ltd

2.8 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2000 Cremation from £989
Abbie Bunn Carl Philpott Debbie Fortune Harry Nelson

Meet Abbie, Abbie, Carl +3

“From the initial conversation to the final 'Thank You', Viners live up to and exceeded any and all expectations. Indeed that will include arrangements for my own final and greatest of days.” — Jon R.

“Nothing was too much trouble and the daunting experience was made easier by the wonderful team at Viner. Lana was the Funeral Director on the day and a huge comfort to us all.” — Rita L.

Welham Jones, Borough Green logo

3. Welham Jones, Borough Green

3.1 miles away

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

Meet Pam, Pam, Rebecca +5

“She was so personable and able to offer up solutions to a number of details we wanted to include to make the day special and to reflect our sister. She kept us updated throughout and I appreciate how accommodating she was to all those involved in creating the send off.” — Sam B.

“We felt safe and secure that we were being looked after all the way through the entire process. So professional, friendly and happy to go the extra mile.” — Melanie D.

Doves Funeral Directors logo

4. Doves Funeral Directors

4.1 miles away

5
(51 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Terry and team dealt with all aspects of the Funeral preparations of my father in a professional and caring manner throughout. They made a difficult time much easier for all involved and i would not hesitate to recommend them.” — Liam H.

“A big thank you to James for making my mum's final journey extra special by walking infront of the hearse which has number plate HRH - mum would have laughed out loud.” — Val J.

Family Funeral Service logo

5. Family Funeral Service

5.0 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.

Sears Funeral Service logo

6. Sears Funeral Service

5.3 miles away

4.7
(13 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.

Clarkes Funeral Service logo

7. Clarkes Funeral Service

5.7 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.

T W Boorman Funeral Services logo

8. T W Boorman Funeral Services

5.8 miles away

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

Meet Chris, Chris, Chris +9

“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 for her back with my father in Birmingham.” — Martin W.

“Their attention to detail was amazing and the respect they showed Mum on her journey to the Crematorium was touching. We cannot thank them enough.” — Carol C.

Sears Funeral Service logo

9. Sears Funeral Service

6.0 miles away

4.7
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mike and Vanessa are second to none. Totally professional and nothing is too much trouble.” — Clare G.

“Sears helped make my dad's funeral a bit easier, by having a beautiful cremation service, happy/sad/emotional, one that I will always remember.” — Joanne G.

10. Henry Paul Funerals

6.0 miles away

4.6
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everyone at Henry Paul Funerals has been incredibly helpful, accommodating, swift and respectful — from the early planning stage and designing the order of service, to the day itself.” — Toby C.

“From start to finish the whole family were treated with care and respect and the professionalism shown was second to none. I would wholeheartedly recommend Henry Paul Funerals in your hour of need.” — Kevin S.

Welham Jones, Tonbridge logo

11. Welham Jones, Tonbridge

6.0 miles away

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

Meet Pam, Pam, Rebecca +5

“Professional and caring services. 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.

“She advised us and helped navigate the minefield that is the new system with kindness and empathy. The service was beautiful and just what we wanted.” — Esther B.

Doves Funeral Directors logo

12. Doves Funeral Directors

6.1 miles away

4.9
(30 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a very sad and traumatic time they were on call, nothing too much trouble. Thank you so much for a wonderful service and funeral — to make Sylvia's funeral all that she wanted herself.” — Dorothy M.

“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.

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    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…

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