Viner & Sons

369 reviews

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

Angela Unwin 10th Nov 2023

A very caring, professional and helpful team.

Julia Richardson 6th Nov 2023

Lydnsey and the team at Viner and Sons have been wonderful in every aspect of arranging my Mother's funeral. What could have been a very difficult time was made so much easier by their considerate and helpful approach. Their attention to detail was second to none. The funeral last week was a wonderful celebration of her life and we cannot thank them enough.

Heather Firth 23rd Oct 2023

Absolutely true caring helpful staff from beginning to end in every way thank you viners and son for taking care of my lovely mum xxx

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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
Call: 01732 496998

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

Pat   Packham

Pat Packham

Nov 1947 - Mar 2024

Ted    Brown

Ted Brown

Nov 1935 - Mar 2024

Jennifer   Beesley

Jennifer Beesley

Jul 1937 - Feb 2024

Vera   Hinchon

Vera Hinchon

Feb 1942 - Mar 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Angela Unwin 10th Nov 2023

    A very caring, professional and helpful team.

  • 5 Julia Richardson 6th Nov 2023

    Lydnsey and the team at Viner and Sons have been wonderful in every aspect of arranging my Mother's funeral. What could have been a very difficult time was made so much easier by their considerate and helpful approach. Their attention to detail was second to none. The funeral last week was a wonderful celebration of her life and we cannot thank them enough.

  • 5 Heather Firth 23rd Oct 2023

    Absolutely true caring helpful staff from beginning to end in every way thank you viners and son for taking care of my lovely mum xxx

  • 5 Ron Selfe 23rd Oct 2023

    James, Claire and  their team made my father’s funeral go without a hitch..
    They were all courteous, dignified and they all conducted themselves with such grace it was truly amazing.
    their demeanour throughout the whole of the proceedings made my family’s day more manageable.
    I would like to thank James personally, You are a true friend we all cannot thank you enough!!
    My kindest regards 
    Ron Selfe 

  • 5 Joanne White 1st Oct 2023

    Thank you to all the team for your support, understanding and organisation that made Dads funeral a perfect and fitting send off. 

    Pauline, Jo and family x

  • 5 Mark Lewis 26th Sep 2023

    We have used Viner & Sons services twice this year for the sad passing of my father-in-law in August and for my dear Mum in March. It is always such a difficult when you lose loved ones, whatever their age. But when that time arrives you need help and support with the funeral arrangements. From start to finish the warmth, service and support that Viner & Sons provided has been exceptional on both occasions. I cannot recommend their services highly enough. They made us feel at ease, comfortable and as if we were the only funerals they were directing on our behalf. At every touch point from the initial meeting, through to the arrangements, the service and at the point of dropping us back to the wake I cannot fault anything. They were an absolute pleasure to work with. Well done Viner & Sons you have an incredible team, keep up the excellent work.

  • 5 Dawn Bruschan 17th Sep 2023

    All the staff were very helpful at a very difficult time. They provided an excellent service and I would recommend them .

  • 5 Alison Farmer 4th Sep 2023

    Dear Claire and Team, Thank you for your guidance and sensitivity. The Viners Team helped us to say our goodbyes to mum/Jill/Lalla in a way that I know she would have wanted. Thank you..

  • 5 Ken Tebay 30th Aug 2023

    An exceptionally great company,
    who had care and consideration for myself and daughter at this very difficult time and went the extra mile to do everything we wanted 
    I thoroughly recommend this company 

  • 5 Alison Marchant 28th Aug 2023

    Viner &son , I would fully recommend, it’s such a sad to say Goodbye to your love one . Viner & Son staff are Amazing, so caring . I had to say goodbye to my dad in dec2022 and My mum July 2023 x 

  • 4 Liz Austin 28th Jul 2023

    All went smoothly and handled with quiet professionalism.

  • 5 Jayne Rozario 4th Jul 2023

    Everyone was so kind, caring and respectful towards me and my husband throughout the whole time.
    Nothing was too much trouble and every eventuality covered.

    The respect shown towards my husband on the day of his funeral was so dignified and faultless from beginning to end.
    I cannot put into words my gratitude for everything that was done to give my husband the respectful send of he so deserved.
    Thank you

  • 5 Kathryn North 2nd Jul 2023

    Lyndsey and her team recently arranged my mother's funeral and from start to finish they were very professional, efficient and showed great sensitivity at such a difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble and they supported us throughout the service and made a very difficult day, slightly easier to bear. An excellent company to deal with.

  • 5 Joanna Dunlop 30th Jun 2023

    Nothing was too much trouble for Lyndsey and Claire, who guided us expertly and compassionately every step of the way.

  • 5 Caroline Keep 30th Jun 2023

    Our service was so perfect, from initially meeting Lyndsey to meeting Claire to arrange the speeches and poems.
    Everything was so elegant and we couldn’t be more pleased with the send off we were able to give Mum.  Thank you so much Viners . 

  • 5 David Holmes 23rd Jun 2023

    Thank you for a very friendly understanding and professional service.  All went to plan and communication was good throughout 

  • 5 Jodie Delaney 23rd Jun 2023

    Planning my husbands funeral at a relatively young age was something I never thought I would have to do but Viner and Sons couldn’t have been more lovely from start to finish. From going in for the initial appointment to the day of the funeral I felt supported at all times, every need was met. They dealt with me and my family with the utmost empathy and were always available whenever I had a query. They walked me through every process. I would highly recommend Viner and Sons to anyone who is in need of their services. 

  • 5 Sharon Kerr 10th Jun 2023

    I made enquiries with family and friends in relation to which was the best funeral home. Many came back with recommendations for Viners and I can see why.  From the first meeting, through the various stages of planning, Kerrie and Jo were there with gentle advice and guidance, steering me through our family crisis. They were so gentle and kind that I shall be forever thankful for their help. 

  • 5 Nicola Howard 6th Jun 2023

    I could not have asked for a better customer service. Me and my family have been so looked after during this whole process. 

  • 5 Joanne Riches 3rd Jun 2023

    Very professional and understanding through the whole process.  Thank you for making our goodbyes easier. 

  • 5 Amanda Wyatt 30th May 2023

    Every member of the Viners team that helped us organise my fathers funeral and were with us on the day were professional, caring and very helpful. Special thanks to Claire our celebrant who conducted a lovely service and was always in touch with us throughout. Amanda Wyatt

  • 5 Jane Ann Hambly 11th May 2023

    Cannot fault the service Viners and Sons gave me for my mother's funeral. They are a compassionate, caring and very professional undertakers.

  • 5 Charles Mill 6th May 2023

    Fantastic people who helped guide us through a difficult time would highly recommend. 

  • 5 Jon Robinson 5th May 2023

    Viners have now directed both my Mother's, and more latterly, my Father's funerals.

    It's simple....

    Both my parents deserve the best.

    Both deserve quality, dignity, compassion, substance and the symbolism of real tradition.

    Quite simply put, Viners fulfilled all of this and so very much more.

    I can only say that I simply could not fault Viners in anyway whatsoever.

    From the initial conversation to the final 'Thank You', Viners live up to and exceeded any and all rational expectations

    I do not seek to repeat such an event soon, but I wholeheartedly guarantee that when required, the Directorship will be handed to Viners.

    Indeed that will include arrangements for my own final and greatest of days

    My siblings and I are once again indebted to Viners.

    I wish I could name the team individually..... However my memory doesn't allow me to, so (in honesty) I suggest that you just call them.

    Nathan, Kerrie and the ENTIRE team will singularly NOT disappoint.

    Kindest Regards

    Jon

    Jonathan Robinson

  • 5 Mark Lewis 2nd May 2023

    Unfortunately, due to the sad circumstances surrounding a funeral, this is the second time I have used Viner & Sons. I have been delighted with everything they have helped us with. Nothing has been any trouble, they have been sympathetic and proactive at every point. I hope I don't have to use them for a very long time....but if I need to Viner & Sons would be my funeral directors of choice.

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

Angela Unwin 10th Nov 2023

A very caring, professional and helpful team.

Julia Richardson 6th Nov 2023

Lydnsey and the team at Viner and Sons have been wonderful in every aspect of arranging my Mother's funeral. What could have been a very difficult time was made so much easier by their considerate and helpful approach. Their attention to detail was second to none. The funeral last week was a wonderful celebration of her life and we cannot thank them enough.

Heather Firth 23rd Oct 2023

Absolutely true caring helpful staff from beginning to end in every way thank you viners and son for taking care of my lovely mum xxx

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