
Coffins and urns
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

We've been caring for the people of Kent since the 1900s. At John Kemp Funeral Directors in Herne Bay we know that every detail matters.
From handling the paperwork to advising on the little touches that make the day feel right, we’re here to support you.
With clear pricing and options to fit your needs and budget, we will guide you through every decision with care and compassion, at a pace that feels right for you.
If you are weighing up the options, we can explain the difference between an attended funeral in Herne Bay and an unattended funeral in Herne Bay. There are more of our funeral directors in Kent nearby.
Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
We are on Sea Street, between the Broadway junction and Tesco Express.
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £4,271
Total price: £1,645
Your local funeral director will be happy to talk through the options and help you understand costs. You can also view our Standardised price list, Additional options price list and Crematoria prices

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

Whether you prefer a simple bouquet, wreath, spray or coffin display we are here to help you with your decision

From a printed order of service to bookmarks and memorial cards, we can help you create stationery that reflects the occasion.
At our branch we can offer the following facilities
Wash and dress
Access to facilities for ritual washing and dressing, allowing families to care for the person who has died in line with their faith and traditions, with support from our experienced team.
Multi-faith chapel of rest
Our Chapel of Rest provides a peaceful space where you can spend time with the person who has died and say goodbye in your own way, with compassionate support from our team if needed.
A choice of transport
We offer a choice of traditional and bespoke funeral transport, allowing families to personalise the funeral and celebrate their loved one in a way that feels right for them.
A truly local service
As part of the local community, we have trusted connections with local florists, celebrants, venues and places of worship. This local knowledge helps us make arrangements smoothly, while creating a funeral that reflects the life of the person who has died.
Rated 5 / 5 based on 9 reviews.
dennis colthup, 3 September 2026
Thank you so much for organising Dad's funeral. Everything went so smoothly. All the staff we dealt with were so efficient and friendly, especially Susan and Emma . The Celebrant - Ashley was excellent! Our experience from start to finish was made so much easier by you excellent care.
Sue Garnar, 23 August 2026
Dad had arranged his funeral plan in advance which was great. It made a really difficult experience manageable knowing we only had to implement his wishes. Sue and the teams empathy from start to finish was exemplenary and nothing was to much trouble and returning phone calls and worry’s immediately. From our experience we would highly recommend John Kemps. Thank you
Ann Smith, 9 August 2026
