Funeral Directors in Herne Bay | John Kemp

About our Herne Bay funeral home

With a name that has served this part of the Kentish coast for more than 100 years, you can rely on John Kemp Funeral Directors in Herne Bay to be there for you at this difficult time. Our caring team are on hand to look after you and take care of the arrangements for your loved one’s funeral.

The sad duty of planning a loved one’s farewell is not one you should have to take on alone. At John Kemp Funeral Directors, we ensure you receive the right support for you, from our compassionate funeral professionals. They will advise and guide you so they are able to arrange a send off that meets with your wishes.

At our Herne Bay funeral directors, we provide care of the highest standards to both you and your loved one. We pride ourselves on the service we offer to the families in our community, which we have done from our Herne Bay funeral home since 2013.

You can find us on Sea Street, from where we serve not only the town, but also those surrounding us in this area of Kent, such as the nearby villages of Chestfield, Hersden and Reculver. We also have funeral parlours in Canterbury and Whitstable.

Our funeral directors in Herne Bay is here for you, when you need us. Call 01227 208288 and speak to one of our caring team today.

What we offer

The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
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.

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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 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
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died.
Our costs from
_£3,545
Current restrictions might mean that you can’t have a funeral today how you imagined it to be. However, we can still provide a dignified and meaningful funeral now and a memorial or commemorative service later.Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.
Full Service FuneralOur costs from £3,545
Or find out more about finance options available from Funeral Safe.

Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died. Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.
Our funeral professionals will care for your loved one in our premium facilities
A professional Arranger will provide support, guidance and co-ordinate everything for you
Have flexibility and choice over the time, day and location of the funeral service
We will provide a Funeral Director, chauffeur-driven hearse and pallbearers for the service
We can add services and tailor the funeral to suit your own specific requirements
To find out more, please call us on 01227 208288, or read more about our dignified funeral now, and service later.
Simple Funeral Service in Herne Bay
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
Our costs from
_£1,995
This kind of service is suitable if you have the flexibility to choose from a limited choice of dates and times for the service and you do not want to have a lot of additional services added to the funeral. You can rest assured that we will never compromise on the care we provide when looking after your loved one.
Simple Funeral Service in Herne BayOur costs from £1,995
Or ,find out more about finance options available from Funeral Safe.

A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
Our funeral professionals will care for your loved one in our premium facilities
A professional Arranger will provide support, guidance and co-ordinate everything for you
The service will be at a mutually agreed time and date dependent upon availability, usually on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
We will provide a Funeral Director, chauffeur-driven hearse and pallbearers for the service
Some additional services such as arranging floral tributes or obituaries are not available
To find out more, please call us on 01227 208288

Where to find us

Address

8a/ 8b Sea Street

Herne Bay CT6 8SP

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Directions and Parking

We are on Sea Street, between the Broadway junction and Tesco Express.

You can park free of charge on Sea Street.

Funeral Home Opening Times

Outside of normal hours, visits can be made by appointment only.

Day of the Week	Hours
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

24 Hour Availability

Outside of our funeral home’s opening times, we are available 24 hours a day by phone.

Call 24 hours on 01227 208288

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.

Frequently asked questions

When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
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.
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.

Reviews of our services

5.0

based on 5 reviews

Mr Brian C.

March 12, 2021

Excellent service.