By your side, every step of the way
We are an independent, family-run funeral directors supporting families in Orpington, Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas.
Every funeral should reflect the person, their wishes and the people who knew them. We take time to understand what matters to you, explain the choices clearly and help you create a funeral that feels personal, dignified and right.
How we work
A funeral shaped around what matters to you
There is no single right way to say goodbye.
You may want something traditional, simple, religious, informal, highly personal or completely different. We will listen first, guide you through the practical decisions and help you arrange a funeral that reflects the life, beliefs, wishes and personality of your loved one.
From the first call through to the funeral and the days that follow, our family and team will be by your side.
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Where would you like to start?
Someone has just died
Immediate practical guidance on the first calls, the paperwork and what can wait.What to do when someone diesYou are considering arrangements
The funeral types and services we arrange, and the choices within each one.Explore funeral optionsYou are thinking about cost
What do funerals cost, how a price is made up and which fees are charged by others.Understand funeral costsYou need local information
Our Orpington and Royal Tunbridge Wells locations, and how to reach each team.Find your local teamYou want to know who we are
The family behind Valentines, our team and the standards we work to.Read the Valentines story
About Valentines
Independent, family-run and locally trusted
Valentines is an independent family funeral director serving families from our locations in Orpington and Tunbridge Wells.
Our approach combines experience, professional standards and close attention to detail with the flexibility to arrange each funeral around the individual. You will be supported by people who take responsibility, explain things clearly and understand that the smallest details often matter most.
Trust
Professional standards
Professional standards and memberships
Our NAFD and SAIF memberships provide additional reassurance that our work is supported by recognised professional standards, and both organisations offer a formal process for raising concerns should something go wrong.
- National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD)Recognised professional standards for funeral directors
- SAIF: National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral DirectorsMembers are inspected against the SAIF Code of Practice
Read about our professional membershipsOr read about the Valentines Standard of Care
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Find your local team
Orpington
262 High StreetOrpingtonBR6 0NB01689 79844824-hour assistance: Available 24 hours, every day
Royal Tunbridge Wells
52–54 St John's RoadRoyal Tunbridge WellsKentTN4 9NY01892 356 570Branch contact: 24 hour assistance
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Whether something has just happened or you are simply gathering information, one call is enough to get started.