Thornalley Funeral Services, King's Lynn

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Independent family funeral directors in King’s Lynn, serving bereaved families throughout Norfolk with dedication and pride.

Latest Verified Reviews

Christine Newman 7th Nov 2022

Andrew and the whole team at Thornalley were brilliant from beginning to end. Myself and my family were very impressed with their kindness, professionalism and diligence. Thank you for making such a difficult time that little bit easier to deal with.

Susan Capes 6th Nov 2022

Done very well and professional

Lucy Faulkner-Gawlinski 5th Nov 2022

I felt kindly supported at every stage.  Staff were patient and always available and ready to do whatever was necessary to fine tune things according to our needs, and even last minute changes were possible.  Thank you to all concerned.

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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

Austin St
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE30 1QH

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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: 01553 601369

About Us

Providing the very best of care for bereaved families since 1981, Thornalley Funeral Services in King’s Lynn 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 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 now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Christine Newman 7th Nov 2022

    Andrew and the whole team at Thornalley were brilliant from beginning to end. Myself and my family were very impressed with their kindness, professionalism and diligence. Thank you for making such a difficult time that little bit easier to deal with.

  • 5 Susan Capes 6th Nov 2022

    Done very well and professional

  • 5 Lucy Faulkner-Gawlinski 5th Nov 2022

    I felt kindly supported at every stage.  Staff were patient and always available and ready to do whatever was necessary to fine tune things according to our needs, and even last minute changes were possible.  Thank you to all concerned.

  • 5 Susan Pottle 5th Nov 2022

    So helpful and understanding. Nothing was too much for these wonderful people

  • 5 Teresa Harrold 4th Nov 2022

    Andrew Thornalley and all the staff couldn't do any more to be helpful, accommodating and nothing is too much bother. They certainly help to take the strain out of organising a funeral.

  • 5 Maureen Vincent 3rd Nov 2022

    Such proffesionalism from start to finish. A fantastic personal service .
    No pressurised selling.
    Really caring

  • 5 Jamey Plews 3rd Nov 2022

    Excellent all round service from start to finish, with no worries for the family to deal with at all 

  • 5 Peter Nash 31st Oct 2022

    Yes it when very good thanks again Peter nash 

  • 5 Ian Halsall 30th Oct 2022

    Myself and my family have dealt with Andrew and his company for many years.
    They are the kindest and most considerate people you can ever wish for in the worst possible times.

  • 5 Roslyn Williams 30th Oct 2022

    Excellent service from start to finish, very professional friendly staff. As this was the first funeral I’ve had to arrange I was unsure of what to do , I was guided through everything with ease and everything went smoothly 

  • 5 Michael Chalke 29th Oct 2022

    Every single individual was exceptionally sensitive and caring during all our interactions. We cannot complain about a single part of their service and sensitivity when handling finances and the services they provide.

  • 5 Tara Bone 28th Oct 2022

    Thornallys have been amazing at such a difficult time. They have gone above and beyond to help arrange and make plans for the funeral and get us through this process. 
    Peter looked incredible and they have looked after him so well, and for this we are so grateful. 
    I cannot Thank them enough for everything they have done for us. 

  • 5 Jane Veitch 27th Oct 2022

    Very kind and helpful support from all concerned. Special thanks to Lorraine for her efforts in securing the death certificate on time.
    We also appreciate the way the bearers coped with the extra difficulty of the woodland site.

  • 5 John Smith 26th Oct 2022

    very good helped with all our questions supported us through a difficult time

  • 5 John Fysh 25th Oct 2022

    We could not have asked for more excellent service from the first step into your office. caring helpful staff,and very good advice.The whole service was carried out with such dignity.Thank you so much,regards John,Stephen,and Peter Fysh.

  • 5 Myra Barrett 25th Oct 2022

    Thank you so much your staff at the front desk are so kind and helpful.
    Our funeral for our mum and nan was beautiful so much appreciated ❤

  • 5 Anna Tsaplina 25th Oct 2022

    Good service

  • 5 Elsien Lagerman 23rd Oct 2022

    My Mum and I are so impressed with Thornalley. Steph has been fantastic; caring, kind, proficient, and lovely to work with. Everything went to plan, and we couldn't have asked for more in any way. Thank you for helping us through this very difficult time.

  • 5 Paul Burdick 23rd Oct 2022

    The entire staff I met were absolutely professional also kind , considerate and efficient. 
    Their advice was very welcome at this difficult time. Amazing attention to detail, everything went perfectly and as we requested, they can be totally trusted to do their utmost for you and your loved one. God bless them .  Highly recommended, also very competitive.

  • 5 Sharon Groves 22nd Oct 2022

    Excellent service 

  • 5 Amanda Travis 21st Oct 2022

    Fantastic service and such compassion at a really difficult time. Have used them in the past and their service never falters

  • 5 Sharon Seymour 20th Oct 2022

    Very friendly and caring, no pressure they made the whole process straightforward.

  • 5 Jacqueline Bouic 19th Oct 2022

    Everyone at Thornally was kind, respectful and very helpful to us. Nothing was to much trouble, which meant a lot to us at this difficult and emotional time.

  • 5 Marguerite Morris 19th Oct 2022

    We would like to express our thanks for Thornalley's excellent service and the care they took over my husbands funeral. Everyone we spoke and dealt with were very professional and caring and made a very sad time that much more bearable. We would have no hesitation in recommending their services

  • 5 Keith Burman 17th Oct 2022

    Thornally funeral services were excellent. They looked after me when my husband passed away in a very professional manner. The funeral was conducted exactly as my husband and I wished. They were respectful at all times. I trusted my husband to their care and I was happy We chose them to do this for us. 

Address
Austin St
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE30 1QH

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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

Christine Newman 7th Nov 2022

Andrew and the whole team at Thornalley were brilliant from beginning to end. Myself and my family were very impressed with their kindness, professionalism and diligence. Thank you for making such a difficult time that little bit easier to deal with.

Susan Capes 6th Nov 2022

Done very well and professional

Lucy Faulkner-Gawlinski 5th Nov 2022

I felt kindly supported at every stage.  Staff were patient and always available and ready to do whatever was necessary to fine tune things according to our needs, and even last minute changes were possible.  Thank you to all concerned.

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