After a Death in Tunbridge Wells District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Tunbridge Wells District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Henry Paul Funerals

4.5 miles away

4.6
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

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2. Sears Funeral Service

4.5 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.

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3. Henry Paul Funerals

4.6 miles away

5
(103 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Connor Jeffery Connor Jeffery Gary Thomas Kevin Stocker

Meet Connor, Connor, Gary +11

“I had no idea where to start and they were so knowledgeable and kind. They were accommodating and very responsive if I had any questions. I would thoroughly recommend them to anyone.” — Maria W.

“Millie and all the team were first class. We were treated with genuine care, dignity and respect at what is a difficult time. All went so smoothly and just as we wanted on the day.” — Gill G.

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4. K B Sills

5.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have never organised a funeral before and even though my dad had a pre bought plan there was still a lot of things to organise. I mainly dealt with Phil who couldn't have been more helpful if he tried and a thoroughly nice man.” — Paul H.

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5. J Kempster & Sons

6.6 miles away

3.4
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent balance of compassion, patience and slick organisation. Applied the personal touch to proceedings. Would have no hesitation in recommending them to others looking for the right support to give their loved ones a dignified send-off.” — Nick H.

“Andrew in particular we will never forget his kindness, patience and compassion at the worst possible time in our lives of losing our teenage daughter. Throughout a torrid time of confusion and utter shock Andrew and his colleagues went over and above what you would expect from this kind of business.” — Keley J.

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6. E R Hickmott and Son

6.6 miles away

3.8
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Robert Hickmott Robert Hickmott Robert Hickmott Sue Edwards

Meet Robert, Robert, Robert +3

“All those involved were so kind, considerate, thoughtful, respectful & highly, highly professional.” — K S.

“Thank you for everything you have done for us with such sensitivity and respect, we really could not have expected anymore from you.” — Steven H.

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7. Welham Jones, Royal Tunbridge Wells

6.6 miles away

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

Meet Pam, Rebecca, Ricci +1

“The empathy, expertise and attention to detail of Welham Jones Funeral Directors is second to none. They take the time to really get to know the families they are supporting, working with them in their hour of need to create a fitting tribute to remember their loved one.” — Siobhan S.

“It feels very odd, given the circumstance, to be saying 'Loved it' — which is what Google calls 5 stars — but 5 stars is what Welham Jones deserve.” — Andy R.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

6.7 miles away

4.9
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service resulting in a pretty perfect funeral. Everyone very professional and extremely courteous. Thoroughly recommended.” — Sherwood

“All the arrangements were made extremely efficiently but with care and respect. I couldn't fault the help and guidance to obtain the service we desired.” — David A.

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9. T W Boorman Funeral Services

7.0 miles away

5
(65 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Chris Minter Chris Minter Laura Rainsford Laura Rainsford

Meet Chris, Chris, Laura +5

“It was nice that Ian heard what I said about the nice spot for the grave and the sounds of the children. Ian then reiterated those for everyone to hear. The wooden urn went very well with the coffin and displayed equal attention and love for both my mum and dad.” — Andrew B.

“They had a calm, empathetic efficiency which was just what we needed. My brother and I felt we could completely rely on them throughout the process, from first meeting them to the conclusion of the beautifully organised funeral.” — Anne W.

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10. W F Groombridge Funeral Directors

7.1 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Chris Minter Laura Rainsford Samantha Wasmuth

Meet Chris, Laura, Samantha

“The funeral was beautiful and very well organised even in the middle of COVID. Everything went totally smoothly and there was nothing extra for me to worry about, I could just focus on getting through it and starting to grieve.” — Claudia A.

“With the restrictions of attendance due to Covid-19 we knew this funeral was going to be tough but Anita and Sally handled it perfectly and on the day the Director Lorraine and her bearers were perfect.” — Neil S.

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11. Southborough Funeral Service

7.4 miles away

4.5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Such a caring and professional service. Thanks so much for taking care of us and helping us through a tough time.” — Sally P.

“Kirsty was very good and very caring. I thank her for everything — very professional.” — Mark B.

12. Co-op Funeralcare

8.2 miles away

4.3
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very respectful. Asked our wishes all the way.” — Sandra D.

“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 them to anybody.” — jean h.

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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