Sherlock Funeral Service

208 reviews

Well established independent funeral directors in Dorking serving bereaved families during their time of need

Latest Verified Reviews

Penny Hughes 23rd Mar 2024

Kelly and the team were recommended by both friends and family and I couldn’t have chosen better.  They were kind and compassionate whilst providing the most professional service.  Nothing was too much trouble, we were never ever made to feel rushed during the whole process.  The funeral was wonderfully traditional as per our wishes,  and the small touches they suggested were just perfect.  I would highly recommend Sherlocks to take care of your loved one on their final journey.  

Christopher Tomaszewski 18th Mar 2024

I couldn't have been supported more in my time of grief. Sherlocks took on as much or as little of the admin work as I wished to pass over. They were considerate, polite and prompt. I thoroughly recommend them to anyone who would like their loved one to be cared for with consideration and dignity.

Margaret Cadman 11th Mar 2024

It went very well, everyone said it was a lovely service. Kelly was really caring, helpful, etc. After the service the person telling me what to do(sorry I don’t remember his name) was very good too.

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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

190 South Street
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 2ES

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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: 01306 776221

About Us

Stoneman Funeral Service purchased Sherlock and Sons Funeral Directors in Dorking in 2010. An established family business that has been serving the Community of Dorking for over 100 years. The two families now work closely together to provide a quality service to bereaved families in their time of need.

Sherlock Funeral Service believe that your loved one’s funeral should be individual to them, and they offer a wide choice of services which can be tailored to suit the needs, wishes and requirements of each bereaved family they serve.

They can support you through every aspect of planning and arranging a funeral, as well as guiding you through a range of memorial options to help preserve the memory of your loved one.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Sherlock Funeral Service can help you plan the perfect farewell. You can choose from a range of coffins, including traditional hardwood, cardboard, wicker and bespoke designs. They also have a fleet of Jaguar hearses and limousines with matching number plates, which along with immaculate premises, staff and caring funeral directors make Sherlock Funeral Service a trusted provider of funerals in the Dorking area.

They are members of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Society for Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), as well as the National Association of Memorial Masons.

Their Dorking funeral home is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Call Sherlock Funeral Service now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

William   Hannan

William Hannan

Jul 1936 - Mar 2024

Carrie   Gilbert

Carrie Gilbert

Feb 1976 - Mar 2024

Mary   Barnes

Mary Barnes

Mar 1935 - Feb 2024

Nigel   Southon

Nigel Southon

Feb 1971 - Feb 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Penny Hughes 23rd Mar 2024

    Kelly and the team were recommended by both friends and family and I couldn’t have chosen better.  They were kind and compassionate whilst providing the most professional service.  Nothing was too much trouble, we were never ever made to feel rushed during the whole process.  The funeral was wonderfully traditional as per our wishes,  and the small touches they suggested were just perfect.  I would highly recommend Sherlocks to take care of your loved one on their final journey.  

  • 5 Christopher Tomaszewski 18th Mar 2024

    I couldn't have been supported more in my time of grief. Sherlocks took on as much or as little of the admin work as I wished to pass over. They were considerate, polite and prompt.
    I thoroughly recommend them to anyone who would like their loved one to be cared for with consideration and dignity.

  • 5 Margaret Cadman 11th Mar 2024

    It went very well, everyone said it was a lovely service.
    Kelly was really caring, helpful, etc.
    After the service the person telling me what to do(sorry I don’t remember his name) was very good too.

  • 5 Julie Thompson 5th Mar 2024

    Excellent service. Clear directions at all times and caring and friendly. Would definitely recommend them. 

  • 5 Fiona Butler 5th Mar 2024

    We have found the whole process from the initial meeting right through to the delivery of the service and graveside to be excellent.
     We were treated with compassion and understanding and there was respect for our uncle and the wishes of our family throughout.

  • 5 Claire Tutton 14th Feb 2024

    Sherlock's have supported me for both my parents now sadly, but they are a real support in what is a very hard time. They help with all you need to organise and approach everything in a respectful way. Our contact was quick to respond and on the day called to double check all was as expected and their gentlemen in charge of the service gave us, as a family, a real sense of security as they supported us through what needed to be done, but again in a respectful gentle and calm way. Thank you.

  • 5 Vanessa Ali Shah 7th Feb 2024

    We were very well looked after and nothing was too much trouble, which made the process so much easier.

  • 5 Pamela Hill 5th Feb 2024

    A most sympathetic and efficient service .

  • 5 Keith Trow 3rd Feb 2024

    Everything was beautiful done

  • 5 Aimee Hall 3rd Feb 2024

    Very professional all the way through, Kelly has been such a great help through such a difficult time.
    The day went as smoothly and well as it could do.
    I would highly recommend Sherlocks to anyone. 

  • 5 Abi Hodges 2nd Feb 2024

    Sherlock’s couldn’t be more helpful. They are excellent at their roles. Totally supportive throughout the whole process. I cannot recommend them more highly.

  • 5 Tim Heaney 31st Jan 2024

    Professional and caring. Very grateful for their support.

  • 4 Keith Hellinger 19th Jan 2024

    Thanks for your help, the Ashes end of it was a little fraught but otherwise very helpful throughout what is quite an emotional time, best Keef

  • 5 Helen Christou 8th Jan 2024

    We cannot fault the service we have received from Sherlock Funeral Service. From the moment we notified them of our late mum's passing to the funeral day/service itself, we have only been shown compassion, empathy and professionalism at what has been a difficult and sad time. We would have no hesitation in recommending Sherlock Funeral Service to family and friends.

  • 5 Garry Batten 7th Jan 2024

    Very good service

  • 5 Judith Allen 22nd Dec 2023

    Sherlocks provided our family with the Funeral we wanted for our Mother.  The staff were kind as well as professional,  helping with all the contacts and recommendations. The whole funeral went so smoothly with their support. 

  • 5 Timothy Nelson 20th Dec 2023

    Sherlock made the whole process very easy. Staff were very supportive and personable with the family. Their excellent liaison with the care home, crematorium, church, vicar and printers meant that everything went off very smoothly from start to finish. Thank you so much.

  • 5 Lesley Chaddock 18th Dec 2023

    Very supportive and attentive at a difficult time.

  • 5 David Thomas 16th Dec 2023

    Maria extended a welcome and hospitality to us on every visit to the premises, dealt with all requests and arrangements in a professional manner and was always considerate to our needs. We found the private chapel at  South Street perfect for our needs, and there were no problems about parking, sourcing music, meeting guests etc.

  • 5 June Chapman 4th Dec 2023

    Such kindness and  caring shown.  Thankyou so much.  June 

  • 5 Karen Hall 3rd Dec 2023

    Very Friendly & efficient. They were very caring & sympathetic putting me at ease. Nothing was to much trouble. I would definitely recommend them.

  • 5 SUE Gilder 2nd Dec 2023

    I cannot thank Maria at Sherlock enough. She helped me through a really distressing time, and the funeral itself was exactly as I hoped.

  • 5 Helen Meeking 27th Nov 2023

    The whole process from planning to the actual day was made easier with the help of the dedicated staff. The chapel of rest provided the perfect venue for a respectful service and our celebrant carried out Mum’s wishes perfectly.

  • 5 Mark Jones 24th Nov 2023

    Mum has used Sherlocks before. It put our minds at rest how helpful and caring they are. Everything ran so smoothly it made it so much easier for us at a difficult time. Couldn't recommend them enough.

  • 5 Parish Christine 21st Nov 2023

    The service I received from Sherlocks was superb.  They anticipated my needs and we’re always attentive and caring, and I never felt rushed when making a decision.  They helped me to choose the perfect style of coffin and everything was organised by them, taking all the pressure from me.  The funeral itself went without a hitch, the head pallbearer shook my hand and I was left with the feeling that I was treated almost like family, not just the next number on the list.  Thank you so much Sherlocks, nobody does it better. x

Address
190 South Street
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 2ES

Open map

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

Penny Hughes 23rd Mar 2024

Kelly and the team were recommended by both friends and family and I couldn’t have chosen better.  They were kind and compassionate whilst providing the most professional service.  Nothing was too much trouble, we were never ever made to feel rushed during the whole process.  The funeral was wonderfully traditional as per our wishes,  and the small touches they suggested were just perfect.  I would highly recommend Sherlocks to take care of your loved one on their final journey.  

Christopher Tomaszewski 18th Mar 2024

I couldn't have been supported more in my time of grief. Sherlocks took on as much or as little of the admin work as I wished to pass over. They were considerate, polite and prompt. I thoroughly recommend them to anyone who would like their loved one to be cared for with consideration and dignity.

Margaret Cadman 11th Mar 2024

It went very well, everyone said it was a lovely service. Kelly was really caring, helpful, etc. After the service the person telling me what to do(sorry I don’t remember his name) was very good too.

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