Viner & Sons

374 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

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

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.

Charles Mill 6th May 2023

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

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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

Michele   Buehrlen

Michele Buehrlen

Feb 1937 - Mar 2024

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William John Holmes

Sep 1926 - Mar 2024

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Jennifer Beesley

Jul 1937 - Feb 2024

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Vera Hinchon

Feb 1942 - Mar 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 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.

  • 4 Jennifer Lewis 30th Apr 2023

    It was very difficult to arrange the funeral at such a distance (I was in Wales) but Kerrie, Claire and Damion provided a very supportive and helpful service. They listened to my concerns and were patient and kind. I would definitely recommend them to others. 

  • 5 Ed Bates 21st Apr 2023

    Kerrie and Nathan looked after the cremation of my father. They listened, advised and arranged brilliantly. Huge thanks for their excellent help and care.

  • 5 John Farley 20th Apr 2023

    Thank you to all the staff who totally understood our situation. Everything went smoothly. 
    Well done to everyone

  • 5 Kirsten Dyer 17th Apr 2023

    I felt very supported through our very sad time and all the stress was taken away. Jo was lovely, and was a a welcome voice when times were hard.

  • 5 Richard Usher 15th Apr 2023

    Everyone at viners from start to finish of the process were kind and compassionate. A special mention to Kerrie who put me at ease everytime we met.

  • 5 Anne Cox 29th Mar 2023

    Viners and Sons provided an excellent and empathetic service. I highly recommend them.
    Anne Cox

  • 5 Richard Milton 28th Mar 2023

    Many thanks to Nathan and his team who were all very helpful, understanding and compassionate at this very difficult time. It is a situation when you need someone to take charge and Nathan did an admirable job. The service and professionalism on the day was second to none. Highly recommended.

  • 5 David Gaunt 28th Mar 2023

    Viners handled our recent bereavement in the most professional manner and would highly recommend their services. 

  • 5 Sue Eltringham 27th Mar 2023

    Kerrie at Viners was excellent at helping us plan our Uncle's funeral. When we took personal items for him to take with him, Kerrie was thoughtful and patient as we explained why each item was special to my Uncle.
    On the day of the cremation all of the staff were professional, incredibly smart and very, very respectful. As a family , we have nothing but praise for Viner & Sons

  • 5 Paul Wilson 27th Mar 2023

    Very professional company that takes the stress and worry out of planning a funeral.

    Nothing is too much trouble as everything can be done for you.

  • 5 Rachel Placsom 25th Mar 2023

    We didn’t need to worry about a thing, we were perfectly guided through everything. Thank you for making such a difficult event easier 

  • 5 Rose Placsom 23rd Mar 2023

    At a time of losing someone so very close to us, Viner and Sons helped us see through the fog of grief and the emotional rollercoaster to be able to arrange the funeral. Their personal and professional support led us to what can only be described as a class 1 send off.  From the initial looking after our loved one, the advice and options that were available right through to the actual funeral was staggeringly impressive and detailed. The courtesy and respect from all of the team is so very fine tuned, the funeral day itself was seamless and without any issues. I will highly recommend Viner and sons in that certain time of need without any hesitation. 

  • 5 Carole Dodd 21st Mar 2023

    Lovel, kind,sincere and friendly service

  • 5 Lorraine Gethin 21st Mar 2023

    Professional and compassionate throughout. Would highly recommend

  • 5 Robina Maslen 11th Mar 2023

    Viner & Sons dealt with the whole of my husband's final journey, from brain donation through to the funeral. They were very helpful and professional, and with the help of the celebrant - Claire Wiltcher - ensured his funeral was exactly what we had wanted and hoped for. I cant thank them enough.

  • 5 Sharon Gutteridge 10th Mar 2023

    From start to finish Viner & Sons were respectful, professional and compassionate.
    Claire the celebrant was so understanding and was always there for me to talk about the service. 

  • 5 Katherine Moore 8th Mar 2023

    For a difficult position to be in, the team ay West Malling were really supportive. They couldn't have been more supportive and made the day go so smoothly. Nathan supported me well on the day as I wasn't sure what to expect, and Kerrie has also been lovely with her support arranging the day, from music down to the order of service. Thank you

  • 5 Melanie Cripps 4th Mar 2023

    The staff at Viners were kind and compassionate and took us through every step of the funeral so that we were prepared. The funeral itself couldn't have been better, again kind and courteous staff walked us through it all. Thank you

  • 5 Katie Clarke 24th Feb 2023

    My brother and I received excellent service from Viner and Sons throughout.  Both Kerrie and Claire, the Life Celebrant, were incredibly kind and compassionate.  They accommodated all our wishes and we would definitely recommend them.

  • 5 Valerie Thayre 23rd Feb 2023

    Excellent service throughout from beginning to end.

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

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

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.

Charles Mill 6th May 2023

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

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