Thornalley Funeral Services, Dersingham

132 reviews

Independent family funeral directors in Dersingham, serving bereaved families throughout Norfolk with dedication and pride.

Latest Verified Reviews

John Chilvers 2nd Feb 2023

I would like to thank the team at Thornalley's Dersingham site especially Nicky and Sam for their kindness and professionalism in dealing with my family and I during the sad time after my wife Sheila passed, nothing was too much for them and they really helped us through the days leading up to the funeral and beyond. I would also like to thank Janet the Celebrant for a lovely ceremony giving us memories to  cherish on a sad day.  John Chilvers

Gwyneth Atkinson 29th Jan 2023

From the moment we contacted them by phone, until Sam and the coffin bearers left us at the crematorium they were pitch perfect. The options were explained to us by Nicky who was professional, compassionate and warm. On the actual day/s at the Church/ crematorium the arrangements they had made worked faultlessly. " When you need a friend......."I can't thank them enough. Gwyneth and family

James Everett 28th Jan 2023

If I could leave a hundred star review I would. Not only did they did they handle everything perfectly, they did it with exceptional sensitivity and kindness. It’s very easy to see why they carry such a fabulous reputation. 

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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

Hunstanton Road
Dersingham
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE31 6HQ

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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: 01485 506830

About Us

Providing the very best of care for bereaved families since 1981, Thornalley Funeral Services in Dersingham is a family owned and run business which upholds the traditional values of respect and dignity.

The team of professional, considerate staff are proud to care for your loved one and help you with every step of arranging a funeral. As members of SAIF (Independent Funeral Directors), you can be assured that all members of staff abide by a strict code of practice.

No matter how simple or elaborate your loved one’s wishes, Thornalley will make sure that you receive the very best of care. Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Thornalley Funeral Services can help you plan the perfect farewell. You can choose from a range of coffins, including traditional hardwood, cardboard, wicker and bespoke designs. Thornalley Funeral Services has its own fleet of limousines, which each have room for seven passengers.

Thornalley Funeral Services, Dersingham is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a 24-hour service. If you wish to, you can arrange to view your loved one in a peaceful chapel of rest that will be set aside for your use, making sure that you can say goodbye in private.

Call Thornalley Funeral Services in Dersingham now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 John Chilvers 2nd Feb 2023

    I would like to thank the team at Thornalley's Dersingham site especially Nicky and Sam for their kindness and professionalism in dealing with my family and I during the sad time after my wife Sheila passed, nothing was too much for them and they really helped us through the days leading up to the funeral and beyond.
    I would also like to thank Janet the Celebrant for a lovely ceremony giving us memories to  cherish on a sad day. 
    John Chilvers

  • 5 Gwyneth Atkinson 29th Jan 2023

    From the moment we contacted them by phone, until Sam and the coffin bearers left us at the crematorium they were pitch perfect. The options were explained to us by Nicky who was professional, compassionate and warm. On the actual day/s at the Church/ crematorium the arrangements they had made worked faultlessly. " When you need a friend......."I can't thank them enough. Gwyneth and family

  • 5 James Everett 28th Jan 2023

    If I could leave a hundred star review I would. Not only did they did they handle everything perfectly, they did it with exceptional sensitivity and kindness. It’s very easy to see why they carry such a fabulous reputation. 

  • 5 Tracy Norman 20th Jan 2023

    Sam and Nicky have been amazing from start to finish of looking after my mum and supporting me to arrange her funeral.
    Their professionalism, support, care, and understanding has been so valuable to us as a family at this sad and difficult time.
    I cannot thank them enough and would highly recommend the service they provide to anyone.

  • 5 Vivienne Denton 19th Jan 2023

    Thankyou especially to Sam and Nikki at Dersingham Thornalleys Funeral Services for the kindness, care, thoughtfulness, help and professionalism given and shown to mum, myself and my family. Thornalleys were wonderful during a difficult time for usx

  • 5 Ronald Cossou 19th Jan 2023

    The entire process of arranging and the manner in which it was conducted was excellent. The staff were sympathetic with out being over the top. On the day every thing that was promised was delivered with dignity, and efficient courtesy.
    This made a difficult situation that much easier to bear and for which the family were very grateful.

  • 5 Mark Wheat 2nd Jan 2023

    Every single detail was taken care of by all of the staff, who had exactly the right approach and demeanor considering the circumstances. Could not have been
    happier with the way Nicky at the Dersingham office took us through what needed
    to happen, scheduling the service as quickly as possible, the day after our Dad’s passing and laying out all that would need to happen in that two week period.
    At their chapel Sam took care of preparing Dad beautifully and Janet, the celebrant
    made the service very special indeed. Cannot thank you enough!

  • 5 Ben Colson 22nd Dec 2022

    The service provided was considerate, compassionate and tailored to our needs and wishes in all respects

  • 5 Christina Hayes 19th Dec 2022

    Sam and Nicky at Thornalleys were kind, caring and compassionate. Every detail of the funeral was excellent, I couldn’t have asked for better. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

  • 5 Lisa Wilkins 18th Dec 2022

    Very compassionate and detailed throughout a difficult time for our family, liaison and contact was very caring and understanding.
    Nothing but highly recommended by us, with gratitude for the professionalism.

  • 5 George Owen 16th Dec 2022

    Sam Nicky were so kind understanding and helpful Nothing was to much of a problem they catered for all our needs The funeral went just as planned if not better than planned I would definitely recommend this firm

  • 5 Michael Shave 9th Dec 2022

    Nikki and Sam were most helpful and kind at this very difficult time. Nikki ensured things were done as Janine wished. On the day day Sam and his team were excellent, the yellow ties were a lovely touch.

    Janet Qualter carried out every thing as requested in the most excellent manner, every thing was done in a manner which made a very difficult day so much easier.

    Well done and thank you all.

  • 5 Elizabeth White 4th Dec 2022

    Nick & Sam were so generous with their time & experience & were more than willing to patiently guide us through this most heartbreaking time. Many, many thanks.

  • 5 Stephanie Hasler 1st Dec 2022

    Nicki & Sam made the whole process simple and organised.
    We were at all time treated with sensitivity and respect, nothing that was to much trouble. 

  • 5 Allan Taffs 28th Nov 2022

    Very professional and caring from start to finish . Always on hand with advice and kind words. Can’t thank them enough for everything they done .

  • 5 Trevor Hughes 27th Nov 2022

    Thornalley's Dersingham office could not have provided a more professional, sympathetic, thorough and quietly efficient service if they had tried!! From the first contact right up to the day, they were the epitome of clarity, efficiency, and sensitive professionalism. Warmest thanks to everyone, particularly Nicky in the office, Sam, the director, and his team on the day. I cannot recommend Thornalley's highly enough!

  • 5 Teresa Cooper 26th Nov 2022

    The staff were efficient, compassionate, nothing too much trouble, even phoning me enquiring as to how I was coping, 
    At this time when myself and family are grieving it was such a relief to have them take care of everything, I would also commend the service of the Celebrant.

  • 5 Dawn Tumbridge 10th Nov 2022

    Charming, helpful, caring, patient and all with excellent follow up.  Can’t recommend them highly enough.  Wish they were in Oxfordshire.  They far exceeded my expectation having dealt with others in the past. 
    Nothing was too much trouble for Sam and Nicky and they even found a place for a wake.
    Exceptional customer service. Thank you both

  • 5 Jeannette Waite 30th Oct 2022

    Excellent service.  Very helpful kind and understanding.

  • 5 Angela Goff 19th Oct 2022

    There was an excellent service from everyone at Thornalley. They guided and supported us through a very difficult time. Thank you

  • 5 Rachel King 17th Oct 2022

    Sam and Nicky at Thornalley were amazing during a really difficult time. They were kind, compassionate and beyond helpful. Thank you for giving my dad the respect he deserved.

  • 5 Jan Crawley 16th Oct 2022

    Thornalley Funeral Services were great with our aunt's funeral 2 years ago when her deaf and blind husband was left on his own. They have also been brilliant with our uncle's funeral who sadly died recently two years later. We live over 7 hours drive away so it was great to know that someone we could trust was in charge of the arrangements. They checked in with us every day leading up to the funeral and were very kind and considerate to us all. the funeral went very smoothly thanks to Thornalley. We are all very grateful

  • 5 Lesley Watson 10th Oct 2022

    At a very emotional time we were shown kindness and consideration.

  • 5 Angela Mitchell 29th Sep 2022

    I can't recommend them highly enough.

    Having a funeral directors in the located in the village meant I didn't have to think about travelling into Lynn and made it much easier to deal with things. When there is so much to do and you are numb even that helps. Nikki and Sam at Dersingham couldn't have been more helpful. They even called to just check I was okay leading up to the funeral, that made all the difference that day. First class service. Thank you so much.

  • 5 Richard Handley 16th Sep 2022

    A highly professional and sympathetic service.

Address
Hunstanton Road
Dersingham
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE31 6HQ

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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

John Chilvers 2nd Feb 2023

I would like to thank the team at Thornalley's Dersingham site especially Nicky and Sam for their kindness and professionalism in dealing with my family and I during the sad time after my wife Sheila passed, nothing was too much for them and they really helped us through the days leading up to the funeral and beyond. I would also like to thank Janet the Celebrant for a lovely ceremony giving us memories to  cherish on a sad day.  John Chilvers

Gwyneth Atkinson 29th Jan 2023

From the moment we contacted them by phone, until Sam and the coffin bearers left us at the crematorium they were pitch perfect. The options were explained to us by Nicky who was professional, compassionate and warm. On the actual day/s at the Church/ crematorium the arrangements they had made worked faultlessly. " When you need a friend......."I can't thank them enough. Gwyneth and family

James Everett 28th Jan 2023

If I could leave a hundred star review I would. Not only did they did they handle everything perfectly, they did it with exceptional sensitivity and kindness. It’s very easy to see why they carry such a fabulous reputation. 

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