Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Attended funerals in Longfield
An attended funeral is a full funeral service with family and friends there. Our funeral directors in Longfield will help you arrange it, and be with you at every stage.
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T S Horlock & Son Funeral Directors, Longfield
We are located next to the florist.
- 11 Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QD
Call 24 hours a day:
01474 705076
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
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What an attended funeral costs in Longfield
This is what an attended funeral costs at our Longfield funeral director, including the fees we estimate you will pay to other organisations.
Attended funeral
- Our services
- £2,795
- A Basic Coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
- A traditional hearse
- Care in our first class facilities
- Estimated third-party costs
- £1,184
- Crematoria fees
- A celebrant or minister to lead the ceremony
- Estimated total
- £3,979
What families say about us
Rated 4.9 / 5 based on 58 reviews.
Rated 5 / 5
I honestly cannot thank Mel at T S Hollock & Son Funeral Directors in Longfield enough for everything she has done for me during two of the hardest times of my life.
From the very beginning, Mel was absolutely wonderful. She showed me such compassion, kindness and understanding, and supported me through two funerals with the utmost professionalism and care. At a time when I was dealing with so much heartache, she was there to guide me, reassure me and make an incredibly difficult time that little bit easier.
Mel is truly a credit to the funeral profession. She has a very special way of making you feel supported and cared for when you need it most. Her compassion went far beyond simply doing her job, and I will always be grateful for the comfort and support she gave me when I needed it more than words can say.
Losing loved ones is one of the hardest things anyone has to go through, and having someone like Mel by your side makes such a difference. I will never forget the kindness, empathy and professionalism she showed me.
Thank you, Mel, from the bottom of my heart. You have made a lasting impression on me, and I hope you know just how much you are appreciated. T S Hollock & Son are incredibly lucky to have someone like you as part of their team.
I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone who needs the care and support of a funeral director during such a difficult time. An absolutely outstanding service from a truly lovely lady. ❤️
Hayley Turner, 20 October 2026
Rated 5 / 5
Melanie at Horlocks proved to be exactly the person we needed to help plan, organise and deliver my brother's funeral: from the moment we arrived at the funeral parlour to her aftercare following the day itself. She combines efficiency, creativity and professionalism with the sort of kindness and gentleness that a bereaved family needs. We have always used Horlocks for our family and will certainly continue to do so after this experience.
Timothy Goss, 19 October 2026
Rated 5 / 5
Fantastic. From start to finish Melanie looked after us and everything involved. She understood all our wishes and those of my father and executed these with ease. Siobhan and the ladies (and one man) were also brilliant on the day. I can recommend Melanie and the team 100%. Thanks for everything. Adam x
Adam Skinner, 14 October 2026
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