W.J Farrier & Son Ltd, Dover

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Samantha Cox 8th Aug 2024

Kevin at Farriers was so empathetic, considerate and thoughtful. He made such a difficult time easy to navigate. 

Karen Clark 6th Aug 2024

Kind and sympathetic, making arrangements so less stressful than originally anticipated. Truly professional and caring establishment.

Simon Pearson 3rd Aug 2024

Thanks for your excellent service and support.

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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

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

Annette    Potter

Annette Potter

Jan 1958 - Mar 2026

Vera   May Clarke

Vera May Clarke

Nov 1927 - Mar 2026

David   Edward Smith

David Edward Smith

Feb 1950 - Mar 2026

Jim Derek    Walker

Jim Derek Walker

Sep 1946 - Mar 2026

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Samantha Cox 8th Aug 2024

    Kevin at Farriers was so empathetic, considerate and thoughtful. He made such a difficult time easy to navigate. 

  • 5 Karen Clark 6th Aug 2024

    Kind and sympathetic, making arrangements so less stressful than originally anticipated. Truly professional and caring establishment.

  • 5 Simon Pearson 3rd Aug 2024

    Thanks for your excellent service and support.

  • 5 Colin Veitch 30th Jul 2024

    Professional service from start to finish, arranged by Sonia.

  • 5 Kaye Gough 27th Jul 2024

    All staff at W.J. Farriers were very compassionate and helpful throughout the process my dad's funeral. Sarah was especially thoughtful and helpful. This made the day run smoothly and was a lovely celebration of my father's life.
    Thank you so much.
    Kaye Gough & Pat Boughton

  • 5 Barry Dyer 22nd Jul 2024

    Our family would highly recommend W.J Farrier & Son.

    We cannot thank Sonia enough for all her efforts. Nothing was too much trouble making sure our funeral was arranged so efficiently. Thank you.

  • 5 Alison Dale 21st Jul 2024

    Excellent service from start to finish.

    We did not have to worry about anything. Very professional.
    Thank you to everyone.

  • 5 Lynda Nunn 8th Jul 2024

    The care and support from Sarah has been second to none. At what has been the most difficult of times she has guided me through, going above and beyond to support in any way. Thank you so much, you are amazing!

  • 5 Sally Wright 7th Jul 2024

    Having never used this service before I was not sure what to expect. However, from the very first phone call, to meeting with Sarah, the chapel of rest, meeting the celebrant and the actual service, and all the other staff, it felt like they were part of our family. They have the upmost compassion and empathy, nothing was too much trouble, everything was explained. We as a family can not thank them enough for looking after dad. I am so impressed that I will be booking my own funeral with them. 5* service.

  • 5 Petra Thomas 12th Jun 2024

    Thank you for taking such good care of Nigel and for assisting us with giving Nigel the funeral he had so carefully planned. Each detail was attended to with such sensitivity and careful consideration and we extend our heartfelt thanks to Kevin in whom we had utmost confidence the arrangements were left in his capable hands.

  • 5 Christopher Bunnell 10th Jun 2024

    Thank you to Richard and all the team.   

    The support Richard provided me and the family throughout was outstanding.  

    Thank you Richard 

  • 5 David Neame 7th Jun 2024

    Sarah and her colleagues are wonderful, very helpful, loverly service delivered by Peter sherrod excellent from start to finish,
    Thank you very much sarah and team


    Dave

  • 5 Megan Scrivens 4th Jun 2024

    I would highly recommend farriers. They are all so lovely and kepted us informed through out the time our dad was with them. When we was there they was all so welcoming and made a nice cup of tea. Me and my family will always be grateful for the care/dignity they gave to our dad whilst he was with them. Also a special thank you to Caroline on the desk, Sarah and Kevin for everyone they done for us at this hard time.
    Megan

  • 5 Shaun Dillon 3rd Jun 2024

    Highly professional service, with compassionate staff who went the extra mile to ensure that our wishes were suitably met. Big thank you to Kevin & the Team 🙏

  • 5 Barry Evans 28th May 2024

    Sarah and her colleagues at W. J. Farrier were extremely professional and courteous during my father’s whole funeral process. My family could not have asked for better service. I would highly recommend them as a company with great experience and respect for those placed in their care. 

  • 5 Neal Wanstall 19th May 2024

    Sarah & all the staff couldn’t have made the process of such a sad event any easier. Sarah talked us through the whole process and from start to finish we felt we were all in safe hands. We cannot thank them enough for everything they did. Would highly recommend them.

  • 5 Jessica Watson 11th May 2024

    Sarah & her team have been extremely kind, patient and ever so helpful through the process of planning our mum’s funeral. We can’t thank you enough for guiding us through something so fragile. A wonderful caring family run business. We’re grateful for all your help. 

  • 5 Mark Jeffery 7th May 2024

    A wonderful service at this difficult time, Kevin could not have been more helpful and thoughtful plus his experience and guidance during our arrangements. 
    Highly recommended 👍

  • 5 Sophie Pattinson 26th Apr 2024

    Farriers made a very difficult time and situation a lot easier, they went above and beyond for our family. We appreciate everything and had a lovely send off for our dad. 

  • 5 Maxine Skelt 11th Apr 2024

    Farriers has been kind and supportive from the beginning. They have been very professional, empathetic and patient. They took good care of a beloved son, fiancé, and friend. The service was beautiful and many people said it was the most emotional and touching service they have seen. They kept in constant contact with us even after the service to check up and show that they really care. 

  • 5 Sarah Raggett 9th Apr 2024

    Farriers provided an excellent service, sensitive to the family both this time for my mum and back in 2020 for my Dad. I would recommend them.

  • 5 Theresa Thomson 2nd Apr 2024

    Richard and the team were amazingly compassionate and empathetic to all our needs. Nothing was too much trouble for them to make sure we had the send off required.
    Thank you again 

  • 5 Paul Buggins 25th Mar 2024

    Caring and Helpful as always

  • 5 Roger Knight 19th Mar 2024

    Excellent, caring and personal service, highly recommended

  • 5 June House 16th Mar 2024

    My family and I were given so much support during this really trying time. Sarah and Sonia were warm, caring but also professional, just the right combination.

Address
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

Latest Verified Reviews

Samantha Cox 8th Aug 2024

Kevin at Farriers was so empathetic, considerate and thoughtful. He made such a difficult time easy to navigate. 

Karen Clark 6th Aug 2024

Kind and sympathetic, making arrangements so less stressful than originally anticipated. Truly professional and caring establishment.

Simon Pearson 3rd Aug 2024

Thanks for your excellent service and support.

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