W J Farrier & Son Ltd, Folkestone
Independent family funeral directors in Folkestone serving bereaved families with bespoke funeral arrangements.
Funeral Services
- Traditional burial
- Simple funeral
- Traditional cremation
- Home visit
- On-site parking
- Chapel of rest
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
About Us
Originally established in 1948 by Walter John Farrier in Dover, W. J. Farrier & Son Ltd, Folkestone, was founded when the Farrier family acquired Thomas Family Undertakers in Folkestone after the previous owner passed away. 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 Daimler 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 are proud to claim that they are leading family owned and run funeral directors in Folkestone and is currently run by Lynda Farrier and her children James, Sarah and Julie.
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.
What Families Say
AI SummaryMany families emphasise the care and respect shown to them and their loved ones throughout the funeral process, from the initial collection through to the service itself. Several describe feeling supported by staff who treated them with genuine kindness and compassion during an exceptionally difficult time, and mention that no request was too much trouble.
A number of reviews highlight the quality of communication and organisation before the funeral day. Families note that staff kept them informed at every stage, answered their questions patiently, and guided them through decisions in a way that felt unhurried and considerate.
Many families comment on how smoothly the funeral day itself went, describing the service as well-organised and dignified. Several mention that despite the sadness of the occasion, the professionalism and personal attention of the team made a painful day feel as bearable as it could be.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
Professional Standards
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NAFD Member
Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.
What they do
- Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
- Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
- Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
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SAIF Member
Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.
What they do
- Inspects businesses before granting membership
- Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
- Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong
Latest Verified Reviews
Eric Neil Inkpen 22nd Jun 2025
the care. attention and guidance they gave me both in my personal feelings and in the conduct of the funeral were almost unbelievable. whilst no one desires to have to do this i would heartily recommend them
Julie Terry 5th Jun 2025
Thank you so much to Chris, Sonia & all the team, for all your help & support over the last few weeks. The service yesterday was absolutely perfect and not forgetting our celebrant, Linda Fosbrook, who did an amazing job. Thank you all once again, it is truly appreciated. Julie & David
Kevin Sullivan 2nd Jun 2025
We were truly grateful for the kindness of your staff. They never rushed us, helped us when we needed advice, always kept us updated So thank you so much for taking care of our dear late brother & us.