Viner & Sons
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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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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
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.
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.
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
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