Thornalley Funeral Services, Swaffham

213 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

David Golding 22nd Oct 2020

Very professional service

Peter Fountain 17th Oct 2020

Chapmans and Thornalley were the third provider I contacted, but following the initial discussion the decision was easy. I spoke to Nicola, and her professional, reassuring and sympathetic approach, gave me the confidence they would provide the service we required. Everything has gone like clockwork, and we are so grateful at this difficult time. Many thanks to all involved.

Sallyanne Palmer 15th Oct 2020

We can not fault the professional service we have received. The care that we received was outstanding. Derek ensured that we know what we needed to do and by when. He had also made sure that he had to hand the details from our late fathers funeral so that we could reflect on this and make sure that our mother’s funeral was as well planned. Nichola had time to listen when I called in and she also kept me updated via emails. Chris was also very professional, sending over the order of service. Due a time of uncertainty and upset, we were give care, guidance and support. Thank you on behalf of all of the family 

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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

Lynn Rd
Swaffham
Norfolk
PE37 7AY

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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: 01760 302032

About Us

Thornalley Funeral Services are an independent funeral director in Swaffham, Norfolk. In June 2016, Thornalley Funeral Services Ltd purchased Chapmans Funeral Services, and renamed it Thornalley Funeral Services, providing the community in Swaffham with the high level of care and compassion that bereaved families have come to expect from the company.

The team of experienced, considerate staff are proud to care for you, and to guide you through each step of arranging the funeral. As members of SAIF (Independent Funeral Directors), you can be assured that all members of staff at Thornalley Funeral Services, Swaffham, are held to the very highest standards of conduct.

Whether your loved one wanted an elaborate funeral, or a simple send-off, Thornalley in Swaffham will make sure that you receive the very best of care. From traditional religious funerals to contemporary celebrations 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 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 Swaffham now to begin making the perfect funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 David Golding 22nd Oct 2020

    Very professional service

  • 5 Peter Fountain 17th Oct 2020

    Chapmans and Thornalley were the third provider I contacted, but following the initial discussion the decision was easy. I spoke to Nicola, and her professional, reassuring and sympathetic approach, gave me the confidence they would provide the service we required. Everything has gone like clockwork, and we are so grateful at this difficult time. Many thanks to all involved.

  • 5 Sallyanne Palmer 15th Oct 2020

    We can not fault the professional service we have received. The care that we received was outstanding.
    Derek ensured that we know what we needed to do and by when. He had also made sure that he had to hand the details from our late fathers funeral so that we could reflect on this and make sure that our mother’s funeral was as well planned.
    Nichola had time to listen when I called in and she also kept me updated via emails.
    Chris was also very professional, sending over the order of service.
    Due a time of uncertainty and upset, we were give care, guidance and support.
    Thank you on behalf of all of the family 

  • 5 Barry Hudson 10th Oct 2020

    Nichola was absolutely brilliant and supportive, arranging everything for my Mother's funeral. I have no hesitation in recommending Chapmans & Thornalley
    for a totally worry-free service.

  • 5 Graham West 9th Oct 2020

    Excellent service throughout a very difficult time for me. Their guidance, advice and care has been very much appreciated. They have carried out June's final wishes as she would have liked. Nothing has been too much trouble for them and they have always had time to listen. Thank you.

  • 5 Christine Davis 18th Sep 2020

    The members of staff I had to deal with were very supportive and helpful. Matters were dealt with promptly and professionally.
    I would have no hesitation in recommending Chapmans and Thornalley Funeral Services.

  • 5 Diane Jacobs 17th Sep 2020

    From the initial phone call there has been nothing but kindness and care. The advice and help we have received has been superb. Nicola kept us updated all the time and helped in any way she could, we were never rushed. On the day of the service Andrew looked after us so gently and well through a very difficult time. The service led by Janet was beautiful and how she wove together what we had told her was brilliant. Her words were very moving and appropriate.
    All of this care and attention has helped us considerably through this time.
    We cannot express our gratitude enough.

  • 5 Jacqueline Foster 16th Sep 2020

    Due to distance all the arrangements for Dads funeral was done over the phone. 
    The staff were so helpful and supportive 

  • 5 Roger Sampson 16th Sep 2020

    Very helpful and friendly

  • 5 Rodney Murray 15th Sep 2020

    I thought that the service from day one when we first met Nichola (when I first approached Chapman's) was thoughtful and considered throughout. She at all times showed professionalism certainly with deep regard for genuine sympathy showed to me and my son-in-law. The company's attention to detail was quiet outstanding both during in the negotiation and on the day of Sylvia's funeral. Peter, the funeral director and the ushers were both polite and sympathetic without too much regimentation. The funeral service was quiet acceptable which created the correct ambience and heartfelt feeling shown to those in mourning Sylvia's loss. Janet Qualters conducted the Celebration of Sylvia's Life with a quiet assuredness and created what I would call genuine a sort of 'calm'. I think all those attending would all agree with my sentiments. R W Murray



  • 5 Julie Gladman 15th Sep 2020

    We found Chapmans and Thornalley to be very supportive and efficient at our difficult time. We would highly recommend them 

  • 5 Christine Moyse 15th Sep 2020

    They were very helpful throughout.

  • 5 Avril Candler 14th Sep 2020

    Chapmans and Thornalley Services were proffessional, understanding and supportive at all times.
    I am grateful for everything that was done to make the funeral run as smoothly as possible, and to make a difficult time more bearable.

  • 5 Michael Throp 14th Sep 2020

    excellent a well provided service to those in a difficult time, well done to louise for guiding me through,

Address
Lynn Rd
Swaffham
Norfolk
PE37 7AY

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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

David Golding 22nd Oct 2020

Very professional service

Peter Fountain 17th Oct 2020

Chapmans and Thornalley were the third provider I contacted, but following the initial discussion the decision was easy. I spoke to Nicola, and her professional, reassuring and sympathetic approach, gave me the confidence they would provide the service we required. Everything has gone like clockwork, and we are so grateful at this difficult time. Many thanks to all involved.

Sallyanne Palmer 15th Oct 2020

We can not fault the professional service we have received. The care that we received was outstanding. Derek ensured that we know what we needed to do and by when. He had also made sure that he had to hand the details from our late fathers funeral so that we could reflect on this and make sure that our mother’s funeral was as well planned. Nichola had time to listen when I called in and she also kept me updated via emails. Chris was also very professional, sending over the order of service. Due a time of uncertainty and upset, we were give care, guidance and support. Thank you on behalf of all of the family 

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