W J Farrier & Son Ltd, Hythe
Independent family funeral directors in Hythe serving bereaved families with caring and compassionate 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 founded in 1948 by Walter John Farrier in Dover, W. J. Farrier & Son Ltd, Hythe offers expert funeral arrangements with decades of experience to draw on. Now in the third generation of family members, the team of professional, compassionate 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.
The Farrier family are proud to claim that they are leading family owned and run funeral directors in the Hythe area and is currently run by Lynda Farrier and her children James, Sarah and Julie.
Call W. J. Farrier & Son Ltd, Hythe 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 attentiveness shown throughout the planning process and on the day itself, describing staff as kind, compassionate, and genuinely supportive during a difficult time. Families often note that they were guided patiently through each step, kept informed at all stages, and made to feel that nothing was too much trouble, whether arranging specific details or answering questions promptly. Several mention that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and professionally, with arrangements handled respectfully and to their satisfaction.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
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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
Terry Stolworthy 5th Oct 2026
Very helpful and understanding from first contact. Phil and Ann guided me through all aspects of the planning process and was always available to assist in facilitating our viewing of my wife. On the day of the funeral Phil and his driver bearers were kind and efficient throughout. I thank them all for their service.
Megan Faiers 5th Oct 2025
Couldn’t have asked for a nicer experience during such a sad time, Phil was kind sympathetic and so incredibly helpful. Can’t thank everyone at WJ Farriers enough for making my Dad’s funeral everything it was.
Clem Reeves 22nd Jun 2025
Caring efficient and respectful we could not have asked for more.