Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors, Cheriton
We take the greatest care as we look after the families of Folkestone.
About our Cheriton funeral home
Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors provides a range of funeral services to Folkestone and the surrounding communities. We promise a farewell for your loved one that truly reflects how much they meant to you.
From our funeral home on Cheriton High Street in Cheriton, we are proud to serve Folkestone and its constituent areas, including Seabrook and Sandgate. Our location also means we are easily accessible to nearby localities such as Newington.
Our expertise as a funeral directors means you can be sure of our understanding when it comes to your specific wishes. Whether you want a traditional send off for your loved one or something a little out of the ordinary, we will ensure your requests are met.
Providing guidance and advice when you need it, you will not be left to feel alone when it comes to making decisions; our aim is to ease your burden at what we understand is a difficult time.
If you and your family wish to spend some quiet moments of contemplation with your loved one prior to the ceremony, there is a chapel of rest at our funeral home. Here you can do so in privacy and comfort.
At Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors in Cheriton, Folkestone, we are available to talk 24 hours of the day. Speak to us when you feel you are ready and we will help to provide a dignified and heartfelt tribute to your loved one’s memory.
From our funeral home on Cheriton High Street in Cheriton, we are proud to serve Folkestone and its constituent areas, including Seabrook and Sandgate. Our location also means we are easily accessible to nearby localities such as Newington.
Our expertise as a funeral directors means you can be sure of our understanding when it comes to your specific wishes. Whether you want a traditional send off for your loved one or something a little out of the ordinary, we will ensure your requests are met.
Providing guidance and advice when you need it, you will not be left to feel alone when it comes to making decisions; our aim is to ease your burden at what we understand is a difficult time.
If you and your family wish to spend some quiet moments of contemplation with your loved one prior to the ceremony, there is a chapel of rest at our funeral home. Here you can do so in privacy and comfort.
At Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors in Cheriton, Folkestone, we are available to talk 24 hours of the day. Speak to us when you feel you are ready and we will help to provide a dignified and heartfelt tribute to your loved one’s memory.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans

Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UK's finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
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99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
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97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.
Our funeral services
With two packages available, we will arrange a funeral for your loved one suited to your requirements. Whether it's a traditional or a more contemporary service, you have unlimited choice with our Full Service Funeral. If a little flexibility with the arrangements is not a problem, a Simple Funeral at a lower cost may be preferable.
Full Service Funeral in Folkestone, from £3,545
Simple Funeral Service in Folkestone, from £1,995
Where to find us
Address
16 Cheriton High Street
Cheriton
Folkestone CT19 4ER
GB
Directions and Parking
Please call us before your visit if you require further help with directions.
There is car parking available on surrounding streets including High Street.
There is car parking available on surrounding streets including High Street.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 01303 271389 if you require our services outside of these hours.
Day of the Week | Hours |
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Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.Find out morePlanning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.Find out moreThe day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.Find out more
Frequently asked questions
- When someone dies, there are many things that you will need to take care of, from registering the death to notifying particular organisations. The first steps when someone dies will depend on how and where the person passed away.
- No, you don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes.Learn More:
- Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. These payments can vary widely depending on where you live and whether you choose a cremation or burial service for your loved one.Learn More:
- If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.Learn More:
- Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.Learn More:
Reviews of our services
based on 5 reviews
November 13, 2019
Rating 5.0
Good throughout. Sensitive to requirements
Response from Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors
November 14, 2019
We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience online with us. It helps other families in their time of need.
August 19, 2019
Rating 5.0
Everything is awesome..
Response from Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors
August 27, 2019
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved.
July 25, 2019
Rating 5.0
I was treated exceptionally well by Nicola young from the moment we entered her office we were warmly greeted with coffee she puti is at ease .regarding the funeral arrangements from the first interview to arrange date of funeral choice of coffin procedure of burial details of bearers of and hearse etc. she told me Wayne would call me on the day if the funeral and would go through the day
Overall I am very pleased with Hambrook and Johns and the professional way they dealt with my late aunt Stella Tanou funeral.
Overall I am very pleased with Hambrook and Johns and the professional way they dealt with my late aunt Stella Tanou funeral.
Response from Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors
July 29, 2019
We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with Hambrook & Johns. Your feedback is always valuable to us and I am pleased that our team were so kind and caring to you and your family.
April 7, 2019
Rating 5.0
A very professional service, couldn’t fault anything throughout all of our interactions
Response from Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors
April 8, 2019
Thank you for your online review. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
April 1, 2019
Rating 5.0
I would just like to say that my experience with my father in law John hay funeral from arranging to the actual day was delt with great compation and professionalism
Response from Hambrook & Johns Funeral Directors
April 2, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
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