Viner & Sons

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Viner & Sons are one of the oldest independent funeral directors in the country who pride themselves on providing a personalised service to bereaved families

Latest Verified Reviews

Chris Coombs 30th Mar 2026

We found all at Viners to be very caring and empathetic. Their attention to detail was fantastic and the service throughout was exceptional. Thank you from all the family.

Angela Frost 21st Mar 2026

Every team member was friendly, helpful, respectful. Thank you so much for your wonderful service.

Jacky Morris 17th Mar 2026

All staff were very helpful and supportive to both myself and my sister in every stage of the funeral

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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

54-58 High Street
West Malling
Kent
ME19 6LU

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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 1777, Viner & Sons are one of the oldest independent funeral directors in the country, and pride themselves on the personal service that they provide to families after the death of a loved one.

Viner & Sons are still situated in their original premises, which dates back to 1430 in West Malling, Kent.

Viner & Sons team of experienced and professional staff will advise you through every part of the funeral arrangement process. They can help you choose from a range of traditional or alternative coffins, various transport options, and memorial ideas.

Whatever your religious requirements or personal wishes, Viner & Sons can help you plan the perfect funeral for your loved one. If you have any questions, feel free to contact their offices in West Malling to find out more.

Latest Obituaries

Rosina    Shoebridge

Rosina Shoebridge

Sep 1927 - Mar 2026

Edwin   Scarlin

Edwin Scarlin

Sep 1945 - Mar 2026

Joanne   Allison

Joanne Allison

Sep 1966 - Mar 2026

Hania   Simons

Hania Simons

Aug 1953 - Mar 2026

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Chris Coombs 30th Mar 2026

    We found all at Viners to be very caring and empathetic. Their attention to detail was fantastic and the service throughout was exceptional.
    Thank you from all the family.

  • 5 Angela Frost 21st Mar 2026

    Every team member was friendly, helpful, respectful. Thank you so much for your wonderful service.

  • 5 Jacky Morris 17th Mar 2026

    All staff were very helpful and supportive to both myself and my sister in every stage of the funeral

  • 5 Kay Saunders 2nd Mar 2026

    Everyone at Viner & Sons were so kind and helped us to enjoy mum’s end of life celebration

  • 5 Julie Mace 25th Feb 2026

    Absolutely amazingly caring and considerate people, could not have been any happier with their support throughout the whole experience.

  • 5 Beryl Knight 23rd Feb 2026

    I cannot thank the staff enough for their kindness and respect as they guided us through the whole procedure from beginning to end. The whole experience was so beautifully handled by them nothing was too much trouble. It was the first funeral we as a family had had to arrange and couldn’t have chosen a better funeral director. Thank you all on e again. Beryl Knight.

  • 5 Hazel Shewan 20th Feb 2026

    Viners saw me through every step of the way after my husband died, nothing was too much trouble. The day of the funeral went smoothly and they performed their duties with excellent care.

  • 4 Lizzie Stansfield 28th Jan 2026





    Me and my family can honestly not thank Lana, Debbie and the team at Viner & sons, from the minute we met them we knew we had picked the right funeral directors for Dad. 
    In such a heartbreaking time they really gave us some light and the day of the funeral was so well organised, Lana and everyone else really helped us through it. Even after the funeral the service continues and is outstanding from even just offering a friendly cup of tea in the shop or a phone call to see how we all are. I cannot express enough how grateful we are for all of them. Debbie, Lizzie & Harry xxx  

  • 5 Chris Gray 24th Jan 2026

    Everything proceeded as expected, despite the Vinters Park Crematorium not meeting the same standards.

  • 5 Janet Duggan 21st Dec 2025

    Such care and kindness from Jo and Debbie. Professional caring treatment from all personnel from the time they took Stephen into their care until the funeral and burial. Helped us through this sad sad time.. Thank you Viners.

  • 5 Lewis Doyle 15th Dec 2025

    The team were very accommodating, gave us time and space to make decisions, and provided us with numerous options.  Jo and Lana were superb, and we could not have asked for a better day.  Would highly recommend.

  • 5 Karl Crisp 2nd Dec 2025

    Our lovely mum Doreen passed away at the end of October. This was the first funeral the adult children in the family were to arrange and we were very unsure at a very difficult time. Viners were recommended to us by our local church. We were given an appointment promptly, the first ‘official’ task in the process. We were met by Debbie with tissues and sympathy. She walked us through every detail to be arranged, always with great advice and suggestions and no pressure. Throughout the process Debbie guided us from visiting with mum to arranging the flowers. All staff always met us with warmth and kindness. James was our director and met with us the night before to go through all the practical details ensuring we were comfortable and happy. On the day James and his team astounded us with their kindness and compassion. We were able to relax and take in the day. It was the small details that meant so much - encouraging us to really look at the flowers and take some time with the hearse when it arrived at the house, something that was so helpful for my 90 year old father in his grieving process. Throughout the funeral we felt we were in safe hands and able to fully experience the service and burial without worrying or thinking about any details. My mum was treated with the utmost respect and dignity which made the day beautiful. Thank you so much Debbie, James and the rest of the team. The family of Doreen Parks x

  • 5 Helen Havens 24th Oct 2025

    I recently lost my father and Viners took care of the funeral arrangements with compassion and professionalism throughout.
    I would thoroughly recommend this company, Debbie, who we initially saw and then Jack and his team on the funeral day.
    Thankyou to you all for making this process as stress free and dignified as possible.

  • 5 Jon Craig 15th Oct 2025

    Debbie, Jamie and the team at Viners provided an excellent service. They were easy to deal with, and very welcoming and supportive. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

  • 5 Linda Reardon 13th Oct 2025

    The family were treated with the greatest respect, patience and kindness by all at Viners and for that we are very grateful. 

  • 5 Josephine Swallow 28th Sep 2025

    We are so impressed by Debbie and all the team at Viners. They were so kind, organised, compassionate and supportive. They made this difficult time so much easier for our family.

  • 5 Elaine Rouse 15th Sep 2025

    Debbie provided an excellent service throughout the process. Very professional, kind, sympathetic and understanding lady. Lana also provided a very professional service on the day as the Pager and ensured everything went smoothly and on time. Thank you both for all your support.

  • 5 John Postlethwaite 12th Sep 2025

    Debbie was very attentive and caring. Second time I’ve used Viners and both times excellent 
    Would recommend 

  • 5 Mark Hewett 9th Sep 2025

    Really good service from Viners especially Debbie who was looking after our needs during a very difficult and upsetting time. I felt she really cared and helped build the send off my father deserved. I would fully recommend using their services.

    Debbie Fortune replied
    Thank you Mark for your very kind words.
  • 5 Karen Watts 8th Sep 2025

    From our first meeting with Lana and throughout the whole process and the actual day, I can honestly say that they were really caring, considerate and respectful and we were kept informed at all times about everything. Every little detail was just right and I would thoroughly recommend them. A special thanks to Lana for everything. 

  • 5 Nigel Crawford 7th Sep 2025

    The funeral arrangements were handled very sensitively and professionally. All employees were very helpful and supportive throughout the whole experience. Highly recommended.

    Debbie Fortune replied
    Thank you Nigel for your kind words.
  • 5 Anne Streatfeild 30th Aug 2025

    Debbie Fortune was the kindest, most sympathetic and helpful Funeral Director I could have wished for, she made the whole painful process of organising my beloved partner's funeral as easy as it could be and was reassuring throughout. Also Jamie who attended the Cremation was kind, thoughtful and professional. The funeral was everything I hoped for. Thank you Viners!

    Debbie Fortune replied
    Thank you so much for your kind words Anne.
  • 5 Valerie Smart 12th Aug 2025

    Viner & Son made my father’s funeral so easy to arrange.  The celebrant they suggested was amazing. On the day the funeral directors were so dignified and friendly, which is not easy to achieve. Everything was exactly as we wanted. 

  • 5 Pauline Morhen 9th Aug 2025

    Was excellent and proffesional. So helpful and friendly thank u

    Debbie Fortune replied
    Thank you Pauline for your lovely comments.
  • 5 Marie Knight 1st Aug 2025

    Fantastic service especially from Lana, she made a very emotional time feel slightly less overwhelming.

Address
54-58 High Street
West Malling
Kent
ME19 6LU

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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

Chris Coombs 30th Mar 2026

We found all at Viners to be very caring and empathetic. Their attention to detail was fantastic and the service throughout was exceptional. Thank you from all the family.

Angela Frost 21st Mar 2026

Every team member was friendly, helpful, respectful. Thank you so much for your wonderful service.

Jacky Morris 17th Mar 2026

All staff were very helpful and supportive to both myself and my sister in every stage of the funeral

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