W.J Farrier & Son Ltd, Dover

119 reviews

Independent family funeral directors in Dover serving bereaved families with bespoke funeral arrangements.

Latest Verified Reviews

Robert David (Bob) Hill 12th Mar 2023

From the very first phone call to WJ Farrier I found all members of staff to be exceedingly helpful and kind. At a time such as this one is unsure as to how arrangements can be made, I found it daunting at first. The Funeral Director ( Linda) showed me the utmost care and guidance. At a time of grieving I can only thank them wholeheartedly for providing the ultimate service in all areas. It helped me greatly and I cannot thank them enough.

Darren hERBERT 11th Mar 2023

Thank you for making a difficult day the best it could be. Your staff have been extremely compassionate throughout. I would thoroughly recommend your companies services to anyone. 

Theresa Weaver 5th Mar 2023

Sarah was very caring and empathetic. She let us go at our own pace when making decisions. She also kept us informed throughout . Everyone involved on the day was very professional and caring.

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

161 London Rd
Dover
Kent
CT17 0TG

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01304 799606

About Us

Established in 1948 by Walter John Farrier in Dover, W. J. Farrier & Son Ltd, Dover, offers bespoke funeral arrangements with expert guidance. Now in the third generation of family members, the team of professional, considerate staff are proud to care for your loved one and help you with every step of arranging a funeral.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, W. J. Farrier & Son can help you plan the perfect farewell. You can choose from a range of coffins, including traditional hardwood, cardboard, wicker and bespoke designs. W. J. Farrier & Son has its own fleet of Jaguar hearses and limousines, and can also arrange for bespoke transport such as horse-drawn hearses and motorbike hearses if you wish for something different

The Farrier family have continually operated from the original premises on London Road in Dover since 1948, and still house some of their vehicles at the original garages on Old Park Hill.

Call W. J. Farrier & Son Ltd at any time of day or night to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Joan   Matcham

Joan Matcham

Nov 1950 - Mar 2024

Paul   Tewkesbury

Paul Tewkesbury

Nov 1958 - Feb 2024

James   Dourish

James Dourish

Jun 1995 - Feb 2024

Ronald David   Buggins

Ronald David Buggins

Nov 1932 - Feb 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Robert David (Bob) Hill 12th Mar 2023

    From the very first phone call to WJ Farrier I found all members of staff to be exceedingly helpful and kind.
    At a time such as this one is unsure as to how arrangements can be made, I found it daunting at first.
    The Funeral Director ( Linda) showed me the utmost care and guidance.
    At a time of grieving I can only thank them wholeheartedly for providing the ultimate service in all areas.
    It helped me greatly and I cannot thank them enough.

  • 5 Darren hERBERT 11th Mar 2023

    Thank you for making a difficult day the best it could be. Your staff have been extremely compassionate throughout. I would thoroughly recommend your companies services to anyone. 

  • 5 Theresa Weaver 5th Mar 2023

    Sarah was very caring and empathetic. She let us go at our own pace when making decisions. She also kept us informed throughout . Everyone involved on the day was very professional and caring.

  • 5 Janet Steele 28th Feb 2023

    We could not have wished for a better experience and would like to commend all involved with my mothers funeral

  • 5 Linda Kathleen Collip 27th Feb 2023

    They done amazing service they was kind compassionate very family orientated would recommend to others very pleased and also felt very welcoming to talk to thank you so much from the late John collips family .

  • 5 Nicola Devine 24th Feb 2023

    Farriers gave a very professional & personal service to us, guiding us through the difficult time, which is much appreciated.

  • 5 Paul Wood 13th Feb 2023

    Thank you. It was a great comfort to us knowing you had everything planned, and it all went off like clockwork on the day.

  • 5 Gary Ashman 12th Feb 2023

    Very professional and caring service provided.

  • 5 Margaret Haste 5th Feb 2023

    From the outset, we were treated with friendly, yet professional, reassurance and support. We can't thank Sarah and her team enough for everything.

  • 5 Karen Uzzell-Childs 4th Feb 2023

    Friendly, caring and professional.

  • 5 Jackie Rowland 17th Jan 2023

    First class. Nothing was too much trouble, they were extremely sensitive, kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

  • 5 Sylvia Dale 2nd Jan 2023

    Sarah was very kind, considerate and had a gentle manner. She handled everything with efficiency so everything ran smoothly

  • 5 Gary Chaney 18th Dec 2022

    from start to finish fantastic service

  • 5 Ann Goymer 11th Dec 2022

    When you meet this moment in your life where you do not think you can take anymore, or cope with things coming your way, we put our faith in the wonderful people at W.J.Farriers, they took everything under their wing, they were compassionate, they knew our needs before we did. We thank them for their 100% support, anytime night or day. 

  • 5 Sheila Carlton 6th Dec 2022

    Very professional service provided. Lovely friendly and helpful staff, who took the worry out of everything.

  • 5 Kim Hall 5th Dec 2022

    W.J. Farrier have been the first choice funeral directors of my family for as long as I can remember, and have always provided an excellent service. They treat the bereaved in a kind and respectful manner, maintaining a cheerful yet very professional relationship with the families, and I would recommend them most highly.

  • 5 Jeremy Roger Cook 2nd Dec 2022

    I couldn't wish for better help. They organised everything and the funeral was just as I wanted. Above all they were compassionate and dealt with everything.

  • 5 Tracy Collins 17th Oct 2022

    Very sympathetic and kind.
    Nothing was too much trouble , kept us informed along the whole process.
    Lovely people , everyone we came into contact with were professional and caring .

  • 5 Brenda Davis 27th Aug 2022

    Everything was handled perfectly, all worries I had were professionally handled for me thank you, especial thanks to Sarah.

  • 5 Deborah Webb 7th Aug 2022

    When asked which funeral director we wished to use, we requested Farriers as they are a local, long-standing company that I have only ever heard positive things about. I am so glad we did. Each and every member of staff we came into contact with before, during and after the funeral was friendly but professional and able to guage the tone required precisely - a real talent when dealing with people going through a heartbreaking time. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of their way to accommodate a viewing outside of standard hours. They made sure we understood everything and that we didn't have any further questions or requirements during the entire process, a necessity when dealing with grief-stricken people. The funeral itself was dignified, respectful and faultless throughout. I have absolutely no hesitation highly recommending Farriers. I cannot thank Sarah and her colleagues enough for making a very hard time that much easier.

  • 5 KAREN MOORCROFT 28th Feb 2022

    Extremely professional and caring service. Sarah was very supportive, explained everything, ensured the family’s requirements were met and made the whole process run smoothly. Thank you very much.

  • 5 Sue & Steve Glanville 19th Feb 2022

    I cannot recommend WJ Farriers highly enough. From the first visit to the funeral itself the compassion & professional service is exceptional. Thank you 

  • 5 HELEN FLACK 6th Feb 2022

    W J Farrier are a very special family funeral directorship who genuinely care for your loved one as if they were their own. I certainly felt my husband was safe in their care right from the moment the gentlemen came to the care home to collect him. The kindness and sensitivity shown towards myself by Lynda, Sarah and Caroline plus all of the gentlemen on the day was such a comfort. I was made to feel welcome and able to ask any questions without feeling silly, plus our special requests were met with openness and a 'can-do' attitude. I really valued the opportunities to spend time with my husband in the Chapel of rest as it enabled me to say goodbye and to let go privately before the funeral. On the day arrangements ran smoothly and great respect was shown to my husband and to the many mourners who attended. My husband's ashes were available quickly and I was able to have them at home within a couple of days, as that was my wish. Sincere thanks to all at W J Farrier for the wonderful way they supported us through this most difficult time.

  • 5 Emma Ambler 27th Nov 2021

    Amazing help, support and professionalism provided at such a sad and painful time. Thank you x

  • 5 Jacqueline Brazier 27th Nov 2021

    Highly professional, sensitive and trustworthy. Gave us full confidence that everything would be taken care of. At a time when you need the greatest support, Farriers were able to provide that. We can only give our heartfelt thanks.

Address
161 London Rd
Dover
Kent
CT17 0TG

Open map

Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Robert David (Bob) Hill 12th Mar 2023

From the very first phone call to WJ Farrier I found all members of staff to be exceedingly helpful and kind. At a time such as this one is unsure as to how arrangements can be made, I found it daunting at first. The Funeral Director ( Linda) showed me the utmost care and guidance. At a time of grieving I can only thank them wholeheartedly for providing the ultimate service in all areas. It helped me greatly and I cannot thank them enough.

Darren hERBERT 11th Mar 2023

Thank you for making a difficult day the best it could be. Your staff have been extremely compassionate throughout. I would thoroughly recommend your companies services to anyone. 

Theresa Weaver 5th Mar 2023

Sarah was very caring and empathetic. She let us go at our own pace when making decisions. She also kept us informed throughout . Everyone involved on the day was very professional and caring.

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