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We are privileged to introduce to the community of Crowborough and surrounding villages, a new funeral service with an established tradition of care.

Call 01892 577166 to talk to us.

08/03/2026

On International Women’s Day we celebrate our general manager, Kim Eastwood.

More often than not, Kim’s will be the first voice you hear as she answers the phone at Stephen Tester Funeral Directors, with her warm and compassionate approach.

Kim also brings her air of calm and her organisational talents to her second role with us, as a funeral arranger. Her extensive experience in the bereavement sector includes working at Kent & Sussex Crematorium and a previous role at an independent funeral directors.

She has completed the Funeral Practitioner Course delivered by the Independent Funeral Directors College (IFD).
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Kim says: “Families come to us when they are at their lowest. We are here to help them, guiding them through the process and shouldering some of the responsibility.

“Every family is unique, and it’s a privilege to help them create a service that truly reflects their loved one.”

06/03/2026

As a member of the Rotary Club of Crowborough , I’m going to be swinging an iron at their Annual Charity Golf Day on 15 May 2026. Hopefully I’ll help my team win, but the fun is in the taking part.

Held at the Crowborough Beacon Golf Club , it’s Rotary’s 6th Annual Golf Day Fundraiser, and the Club would love golfers and other local businesses (both members and non-members) to join this fun day (and evening!) in aid of Taylor-Made Dreams , a local charity supporting children with life‑limiting illnesses.

Register early to secure your place with admin@crowboroughrotary.org or go to the event page: www.crowboroughrotary.org/rotary-events/golf-day-fundraiser-15th-may-2026

26/02/2026

We love to support the arts and there’s no better way than sponsoring local festivals showcasing great talent.

The Mayfield Festival is the perfect event if you like relaxed listening and good company. We’re delighted to be sponsoring two events in the schedule - A Sunday Kind of Jazz with the young Harry L’Estrange Trio and, in contrast, medieval and renaissance music by Faronel.

Both are on Sunday May 3 at St Dunstan’s Church. Two very different styles but please do go along — as I just know you’ll love both.

23/02/2026

National Funeral Planning Awareness Week

This week is a reminder to have the important conversations we often put off. Talking about funeral wishes with family and friends can make a world of difference when the time comes.

Why is it important to talk about your funeral wishes?
•⁠ ⁠It relieves your loved ones from making tough decisions during a difficult time
•⁠ ⁠It helps ensure your wishes are honoured
•⁠ ⁠It creates peace of mind knowing everything is taken care of

Starting the conversation now means your family will know exactly what you want, reducing stress and confusion in the future.

Take the first step today - start talking with your loved ones. It’s a gift of care for both you and your family.

22/02/2026

Our first year in business as Stephen Tester Funeral Directors has been an immense honour and privilege. Working relationships with local businesses, such as Bitten Lemon, have enabled us to grow and helped us on our journey.

15/02/2026

We strive to arrange the funeral for our families that is as close to their wishes as we can. And when a small, intimate service is required we have just the space.
We feel honoured to have met the needs of this family so they could say goodbye to their mum in a way that felt right.
“Christmas Eve my mum passed away. By the end of that afternoon, mum was collected by Stephen Tester Funeral Directors and in their care.
“With 20 mourners expected to attend the service, the Crematorium seemed wrong. It's just too big for a small congregation.
“Stephen Tester’s ‘Beacon Chapel’ on the premises is absolutely perfect. Just right for an intimate service.
“Stephen and Kim offered so much guidance to ensure every wish was met with sympathy and care and, as a result, help provide something special. Really special.”

09/02/2026

We’re proud to work in partnership with Golden Charter to provide you with peace of mind when it comes to end of life planning. As your local independent funeral director, our community has always come first. We’re now partnering with Golden Charter, giving you more ways to plan ahead and make sure your wishes are carried out exactly as you’d like.
Trusted. Personal. Local.

05/02/2026

We’re hoping the rain holds off so Crowborough Athletic Football Club can continue their wonderful season. Here’s hoping we see you at the Charles Century Community Stadium on Saturday.

02/02/2026

I was very happy to be asked to help out at this fabulous annual event in Rotherfield. Well done to all those helping on the day and a big thank you to Les and Jill for inviting me. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

01/02/2026

Very proud to be the match day sponsor for this Saturday as our first team meets Ashford United.
We’ll be cheering them on pitchside of course, at the Charles Century Community Stadium, following every step of the match.
We hope to see you all there, supporting our team. It’s set to be a cracking match. Come and say ‘hi’ if you see me.

26/01/2026

We’re excited to announce that we are now working in partnership with Golden Charter.

This means we can offer Golden Charter pre-paid funeral plans, giving you and your loved ones peace of mind —. and one less thing to worry about in the future.

If you’ve been thinking about planning ahead, we’re here to help every step of the way.

20/01/2026

It’s been eight months since Stephen Tester Independent Funeral Directors first opened its doors and the time has flown by. During those months, we feel privileged to have supported so many wonderful families in Crowborough and the surrounding villages.

Stephen Tester has lived in the area and served its community through the funeral industry for more than 30 years.

He said: “I’m honoured to have been entrusted by so many local people with the care of their loved ones as they say their farewells.

“It’s important to me that people feel they have choice, support and advice from someone they trust at the most difficult time.

“We take our roles as independent funeral directors with the utmost seriousness and are fully compliant with national safeguarding regulations, working to a strict code of practice.”

Whether you are planning ahead or arranging a funeral, we are here to help.

You are welcome at our funeral home in Park Rd, Crowborough, where we also offer a peaceful, private space for reflection, remembrance and saying goodbye if needed. Or you can call us 24 hours a day on 01892 577166.

For more information, go to www.stephentesterifd.co.uk

Address

Beacon House, Park Road
Crowborough
TN62QX

Website

http://www.stephentesterifd.co.uk/

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