Viner & Sons

399 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

Marcia Clarke 17th Nov 2024

I cannot thank all the staff involved in this whole process! Everyone was approachable, kind, polite and put both my daughter & myself at ease at this difficult time. Everything went along as planned, the staff that handled my husband for the service itself cannot be faulted, they truly were fantastic, professional and sensitive. Our driver was approachable and the family in the care were comforted by the conversation held. Viner & Sons have been absolutely impeccable. The family have used the services of Viner & Sons for all of our losses that we have had over the years and we have always been very impressed with the hard work that everyone as a team put into making sure everything goes smoothly!

Christine Williams 31st Oct 2024

A big thank you to all the staff at Viners, who were helpful and made planning the day easy. The day went well, all according to plan. The hearse was sparkling clean and the flowers looked stunning (Kings Hill Flowers) on the coffin. The driver and other staff at the crematorium were courteous and kind and the visual tribute put together by Jo displayed our pictures well. The most helpful and inspiring person was Justine, the celebrant, who according to our wishes, put together the best service, just what we wanted - a true celebration of a wonderful life of 93 years. 

Simon Watkins 11th Oct 2024

As with my Dad's funeral in 2018, Viner's have been fantastic throughout my Mother's passing to the funeral and beyond. From the moment we first rang them to the funeral, nothing was too much effort and they 'walked us sensitively' through the whole process. Nothing will take away the pain but Viner's certainly helped ease the pain and Mum is now with Dad!! Thank you Viner & Sons.

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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

Patricia   Mills

Patricia Mills

Aug 1928 - Nov 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Marcia Clarke 17th Nov 2024

    I cannot thank all the staff involved in this whole process!
    Everyone was approachable, kind, polite and put both my daughter & myself at ease at this difficult time.
    Everything went along as planned, the staff that handled my husband for the service itself cannot be faulted, they truly were fantastic, professional and sensitive.
    Our driver was approachable and the family in the care were comforted by the conversation held.
    Viner & Sons have been absolutely impeccable.
    The family have used the services of Viner & Sons for all of our losses that we have had over the years and we have always been very impressed with the hard work that everyone as a team put into making sure everything goes smoothly!

  • 5 Christine Williams 31st Oct 2024

    A big thank you to all the staff at Viners, who were helpful and made planning the day easy. The day went well, all according to plan. The hearse was sparkling clean and the flowers looked stunning (Kings Hill Flowers) on the coffin. The driver and other staff at the crematorium were courteous and kind and the visual tribute put together by Jo displayed our pictures well. The most helpful and inspiring person was Justine, the celebrant, who according to our wishes, put together the best service, just what we wanted - a true celebration of a wonderful life of 93 years. 

  • 5 Simon Watkins 11th Oct 2024

    As with my Dad's funeral in 2018, Viner's have been fantastic throughout my Mother's passing to the funeral and beyond. From the moment we first rang them to the funeral, nothing was too much effort and they 'walked us sensitively' through the whole process.
    Nothing will take away the pain but Viner's certainly helped ease the pain and Mum is now with Dad!!
    Thank you Viner & Sons.

  • 5 Amanda Darbon 1st Oct 2024

    Attentive thoughtful and experienced, Viners made us feel comfortable and confident in letting them guide us through this very difficult time. Really wonderful people.

  • 5 Hayley Excell 27th Sep 2024

    Very friendly and caring staff. Responded very quickly when I asked questions, nothing was too much trouble.

  • 5 Zoe Uffindell 13th Sep 2024

    Our experience with Viners was amazing. From the moment they picked Mum up from our house, to the last moment we saw the team at the funeral there was nothing we could fault. They were kind, thoughtful, caring and highly professional throughout the planning and on the day of the funeral.... always making us feel looked after and centre, and going out of their way to make things exactly as we felt they should be. They suggested things we wouldn't necessarily have thought of, and gave us flexibility and time to make decisions. The lovely team contributed to a warm, joyful and incredibly memorable celebration of life. Impeccable presence on the day of the funeral. I would highly recommend Viners.

  • 5 Keith Johnson 2nd Sep 2024

    Viners were superb in every respect.
    My late aunts aunts service was conducted in a very professional and respectful manner.
    Many thanks to all members of staff involved including the florist and celebrant.
    Couldn't have been better.

  • 5 Joanna Clarke 16th Aug 2024

    A wonderful team of people who couldn't have done more to help and guide us through a difficult time. Kind, sensitive, efficient - we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Viner & Sons and can't thank them enough for their advice, assistance and excellent service throughout.

  • 5 Julie Newberry 15th Aug 2024

    From the 1st meeting with Lana & Jo the organising of Mums funeral was second to none. I don’t know what else they could have done. They were brilliant, so understanding, and nothing was a problem for them. They were like  family !! Thank you so very much for everything. Xx 

  • 5 Malcolm Knell 29th Jul 2024

    From the moment I met with Jo and Lana I was put at my ease. We had a very good conversation, the details of the cremation were agreed. They organised the video link and the order of service. I was always kept informed.
    On the day of the cremation they were, humble, gracious and understanding. The whole event was well managed. I could not fault them. I would recommend Viners to anyone at this sad time in our lives

  • 5 Kirstie Ovenell 28th Jul 2024

    "Angels are often disguised as ordinary people who carry out extraordinary acts of kindness."
    I wasn't familiar with viner & sons but I reached out to them & was well looked after by a beautiful soul called Lana,
    who I honestly can't thank enough.
    She truly went above & beyond for me throughout what's been the most difficult time in my life.
    Not only her professionalism but her compassion, empathy & understanding,
    is & always will be deeply appreciated
    & I will forever be grateful to her.
    So thank you again Lana,
    for all & everything you've done for me.
    God Bless You

  • 5 Adam Roddan 19th Jul 2024

    Very considerate service as you would expect and Daniel on the day was exceptional. He was so calm and efficient.

  • 5 Mrs Eileen Grassick 15th Jul 2024

    I can’t praise Viner & Sons highly enough for their professionalism and wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them to family and friends.  Heartfelt thanks to Jo for being so kind, helpful and caring - nothing was too much trouble and she went above and beyond to make sure that everything was perfect.  Special thanks also to Dan whose compassion and kindness on the day of Mum’s funeral was very comforting and greatly appreciated.

    Eileen

  • 5 Justine Lear 2nd Jul 2024

    Couldn't have wished for a more professional and caring team to look after my mum. Special thanks to Jo for all the arrangements and to Jack for top class service on the day.

  • 5 Celia Hadfield 21st Jun 2024

    Katie was excellent in making all the arrangements and giving very helpful advice. I really appreciated the care she took.

  • 5 Mark Haines 14th Jun 2024

    Excellent service that helped greatly at a difficult time. Special thanks to Lana, Dan and the team on the day of the funeral.

  • 5 Dawn Tucker 11th Jun 2024

    I would highly recommend Viners funeral directors. They were very compassionate & helpful at all times

  • 5 Chris Barwick 4th Jun 2024

    Not the first time we have used Viners services. They handled everything with compassion , care and professionalism as always for Lily, special thanks to Lyndsey and Daniel . 
    Thank you ,
    Chris , Karen and Ron

  • 5 Stephanie Pepper 2nd Jun 2024

    Very professional organisation. The two members of staff who attended to collect my mother from her home were sympathetic and compassionate.
    Three family members met with Jo to discuss the arrangements. She listened to our requests and made suggestions to help us with the decisions that needed to be made showed appropriate humour and was empathetic to our needs.
    The day of the service ran like clockwork and all staff concerned showed respect and professionalism.
    Our family will definitely recommend Viner's to our friends and relatives.

  • 5 James Rowe 28th May 2024

    The service we received from Viner & Sons was fantastic. From start to finish, they were sympathetic, helpful and efficient. All queries were answered promptly. The service on the day ran so smoothly, which helped reduce the stress on an obviously tough day. I can highly recommend Viner & Sons.

  • 5 Jane Linfoot 27th May 2024

    Excellent care and service at all points in the process. Many thanks to Jo and the team for their thoughtful guidance and support.

  • 5 Simon Rosemeyer 26th May 2024

    The team made a very sad and stressful time for the family very easy to deal with the situation. Made us feel that everything was in their control. A very professional and personable service. Thank you to the whole team for helping my family and I through this very sad time.

  • 5 Karen Shubert 3rd May 2024

    Very professional service for my stepdad's funeral, my Mum was very pleased with your services before and on the day of the funeral.

    The gentlemen/lady who were with us on the day to drive the cars were fantastic, nothing was too much for them. They were kind, compassionate and patient. The whole service was dignified and very respectful.

    Thoroughly recommend your services.

  • 5 Sharon Longhurst 30th Apr 2024

    Viners were very professional from beginning to end. They did everything we asked. They recommended Justine the celebrant who was excellent. 
    They treated the whole family with such care. 
    We can’t recommend enough. 

  • 5 Jane Linfoot 26th Apr 2024

    Jo's combination of wisdom and kindness helped so much in planning my mother's funeral.
    Lana and her team looked after us very well on the day. Thank you.

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

Marcia Clarke 17th Nov 2024

I cannot thank all the staff involved in this whole process! Everyone was approachable, kind, polite and put both my daughter & myself at ease at this difficult time. Everything went along as planned, the staff that handled my husband for the service itself cannot be faulted, they truly were fantastic, professional and sensitive. Our driver was approachable and the family in the care were comforted by the conversation held. Viner & Sons have been absolutely impeccable. The family have used the services of Viner & Sons for all of our losses that we have had over the years and we have always been very impressed with the hard work that everyone as a team put into making sure everything goes smoothly!

Christine Williams 31st Oct 2024

A big thank you to all the staff at Viners, who were helpful and made planning the day easy. The day went well, all according to plan. The hearse was sparkling clean and the flowers looked stunning (Kings Hill Flowers) on the coffin. The driver and other staff at the crematorium were courteous and kind and the visual tribute put together by Jo displayed our pictures well. The most helpful and inspiring person was Justine, the celebrant, who according to our wishes, put together the best service, just what we wanted - a true celebration of a wonderful life of 93 years. 

Simon Watkins 11th Oct 2024

As with my Dad's funeral in 2018, Viner's have been fantastic throughout my Mother's passing to the funeral and beyond. From the moment we first rang them to the funeral, nothing was too much effort and they 'walked us sensitively' through the whole process. Nothing will take away the pain but Viner's certainly helped ease the pain and Mum is now with Dad!! Thank you Viner & Sons.

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