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Established in 1992 Welham Jones was born, and remains, an independent family owned and run business,

Our aim is to deliver a professional, respectful, dignified and personal service to the communities of southeast London and west Kent from offices in Sevenoaks, Chislehurst (Bromley), Swanley, Borough Green and Chelsfield (Orpington). These are areas in which we live and so we have knowledge of local customs and traditions

11/11/2025

This , we join the nation in paying tribute to the Armed Forces—past and present—who have served with bravery and sacrifice.

We remember them today, and always.

“They gave their tomorrow for our today.”

10/11/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been named finalists in the Tunbridge Wells Business Awards! 🎉

This recognition reflects the hard work, passion, and dedication of our incredible team — and the amazing support of our clients and community.

We can’t wait to celebrate with all the other outstanding local businesses! 🌟

For more information about the award we are up for see our blog post below:

https://welhamjones.co.uk/about-us/news/funeral-directors-tunbridge-wells-business-awards-finalists/

04/11/2025

Repatriation Services in Tunbridge Wells

Nobody teaches you what to do when someone dies thousands of miles away.

The phone call comes. Your loved one's passed away in Spain, India, or Jamaica. You're in Tunbridge Wells trying to work out how to bring them home.

The embassy wants documents you've never heard of. Airlines have specific requirements. You don't even know where to start.

This is exactly why our repatriation team exists.

We've spent 15 years bringing loved ones home to Tunbridge Wells from across the world. We know which embassies to contact. Which forms the coroner needs. How to arrange collection from Gatwick Airport.

Our repatriation coordinator answers the phone at midnight on bank holidays because we know you can't wait until Monday morning when grief hits.

Here's what we actually do:

✓ Handle all paperwork and embassy liaison
✓ Arrange flights and airport collection
✓ Coordinate with overseas funeral directors
✓ Liaise with UK coroners
✓ Provide clear pricing upfront
✓ Answer your calls 24/7, even Christmas Day

We also help families repatriate loved ones FROM Tunbridge Wells to their homeland abroad. Same comprehensive service, same round-the-clock support.

Different countries. Different circumstances. Same commitment to getting your loved one home with dignity.

You can ring us right now on 01892 300330. Even at 3am. Someone will answer.

Check out our guide (link in the comments below)

It explains the entire process in plain English, what documents you need, how long it takes, what to expect from embassies and airlines. Real answers to questions families actually ask.

Because you shouldn't have to become an expert in international death registration whilst grieving.

28/10/2025

Funeral Director Tunbridge Wells

Losing someone you love is never easy, but you don't have to face funeral arrangements alone.

Since 2015, Welham Jones Funerals & Memorials has been the trusted funeral director Tunbridge Wells families rely on during their most difficult times.

Whether you're looking for traditional funeral services, direct cremation, or green burial options, our experienced team provides personalised care with genuine warmth and understanding.

We serve families throughout Royal Tunbridge Wells, Southborough, Pembury, and the surrounding West Kent villages. Every funeral should tell the story of a life well-lived - let us help you create a meaningful farewell.

16/10/2025

Lovely morning networking at the r Tunbridge Wells council offices….lovely facilities for hot desk working…look forward to the coffee shop re-opening, a lovely space to meet others and have a chat.

Also lovely to hear about the lovely Trinity theatre and all they do for the community. If you are ever feeling lonely or want someone to chat to, why not pop down to one of their events and meet some lovely locals. No one needs to be alone, there is always someone there to help.

10/10/2025

Our two ladies from our Tunbridge Wells office - Sam and Ricci - attended the open morning at the Hospice in the Weald today and lighted candles in their quiet room to remember those that we have lost.

07/10/2025

Graveside Services in Tunbridge Wells

Sometimes the quietest farewells are the most meaningful.

When families in Tunbridge Wells choose a graveside service, they're looking for something personal and intimate, a ceremony that feels right, not just traditional.

At Welham Jones, we've spent 25 years helping families create these moments. We're your neighbours, not a corporate chain.

A graveside service takes place at the cemetery, beside the burial plot. It can follow a church funeral or stand alone as the complete ceremony. Most run 20-45 minutes and include prayers, readings, music, and personal tributes.

We accommodate all faiths and beliefs. The service is yours to personalise, favourite songs, poems, displays, or symbolic gestures like releasing doves.

Our Tunbridge Wells funeral home: 39 Crescent Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LZ

Call us 24/7: 01892 300330

We're here when you need us.

Learn more about our Tunbridge Wells graveside service ...

05/07/2025

For anyone interested in becoming a part of the Welham Jones team, we currently have a vacancy for our out of hours team - to read up on more of why this position please take a look a the blog post on our website - Jason is one of our first responders and he talks about his experience...

https://welhamjones.co.uk/about-us/news/why-i-love-being-a-funeral-first-responder/

04/07/2025

When a loved one loved their Land Rovers...why not take your final journey in one?

15/05/2025

What an amazing venue for Wednesday's Swanley Chamber of Commerce meeting. It was so lovely to see you all and well done Donna on winning the raffle prize 🏆

Sevenoaks Chamber of Commerce

20/04/2025

From all of us at Welham Jones, we wish you a peaceful & 'Hoppy Easter'...

11/04/2025

Please see attached our opening times over the Easter bank holiday weekend.

Even though our offices are close, our phone lines are open for all deaths within the community. If you do require our service over the long weekend please do give us a call.

For all other enquiries, please either call us when we are back open or email us and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Borough Green - 01732 780600
Chelsfield - 01689 452525
Chislehurst - 020 8467 2222
Sevenoaks - 01732 742400
Swanley - 01322 619100
Tonbridge - 01732 617171
Tunbridge Wells - 01893 30300

Address

156 London Road
Sevenoaks
TN131DJ

Telephone

+441732742400

Website

http://www.welhamjones.co.uk/

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Welham Jones is an independent, family run and own company which was established in 1992. Our first branch to open was in Sevenoaks in the iconic “French’s Dairy” building on the corner of London Road and St Botolph’s Road. The Welham Jones family have lived and grown up in Sevenoaks since the 1960’s and the remaining family members still live here today.

We expanded the business in 1998 with the opening of our Chislehurst branch, followed closely with our Swanley office in 2000.

In 2003 Simon Welham retired from the city and became a full time member of the Welham Jones team, taking on the management and day to day running of the business, allowing his then father in law Mac Jones to step back from the day to day running giving him more time to arrange and conduct personal and close friends funeral.

In 2004 we opened our central office/private mortuary in Dunton Green, which meant we could look after families needs and requirements and allowed us the space to continue to expand.