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Founded by Mr Henry Ingram at Goldsmith Road in 1880, Woking Funeral Service is the longest-established funeral directors in Woking.

We have conveniently located funeral homes in Horsell, Knaphill and Woking and are proud to serve the people in those communities. We have a close working relationship with the Shah Jahan Mosque at Woking. Our experienced and caring staff will advise and support you at every stage. We have a large selection of memorial masonry for you to choose from. We are also able to arrange additional works such as inscriptions and renovations on existing memorials, as part of our service, we will assist you with the completion and submission of the appropriate documentation. To talk to us about planning a funeral, please come and see us, or arrange a home visit. We’re also available 24 hours a day on the phone.

30/10/2026

Thank You for Being Part of the Choice journey

🎉 We are proud to be nominated for Best Funeral Plan Provider in the 2026 Personal Finance Awards.

Our thanks go to all our wonderful customers, Funeral Director partners and colleagues who have supported us along the way. To vote for Choice Funeral Plans please go to the link below. ⏰ voting closes soon, 2nd November, 2026!.

🗳️ Vote here: https://www.themoneypages.com/vote-for-choice-funeral-plans/

Woking Funeral Service is a trading name of Funeral Partners Limited. Funeral Partners Limited is an appointed representative of Alternative Planning Company Limited (APCL). APCL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with firm reference number 965282. Choice Funeral Plans are provided by APCL.

30/10/2026

Funeral Fact Friday!

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a coffin and a casket?
Although we often use the words interchangeably, there is actually a difference.
A traditional coffin has 6 sides, with a wider shoulder area that tapers towards the head and feet.
A casket, on the other hand, is rectangular, with 4 sides and a more uniform shape.
So next time you hear someone use the two words, you’ll know there’s more to it than just a different name.
Happy Friday 😀

09/10/2026

The team at Andrew Grey Funeral Directors were proud to welcome more than 55 people to our Macmillan Coffee Morning at The Burn Inn, Houghton-le-Spring, raising an incredible £750 for Macmillan Cancer Support through coffee, cakes, raffles and community spirit.

For the team, the most rewarding aspect was seeing so many people come together for a worthy cause, while giving something back to a charity that means so much to many of the families they support.

A big thank you to everyone who attended, donated and supported the event.

08/10/2026

Celebrating Jack's 90th Birthday & Retirement

Earlier this month, on 2nd October, Jack celebrated his 90th birthday, marking an incredible milestone in what has been a truly remarkable life and career.

After an astonishing 68 years in the funeral profession, beginning in 1958 and joining the Walker & Morrell family in 2002, Jack has now retired. Throughout his career, he has supported countless families with compassion, professionalism and kindness, making a lasting difference to the communities he served.

We would all like to thank Jack for his years of dedicated service, friendship and commitment. His contribution to both the profession and local communities has been invaluable, and his presence will be greatly missed.

07/10/2026

Choice Nominated for Best Funeral Plan Provider 2026!

🏆We are delighted to be nominated for Best Funeral Plan Provider in the 2026 Personal Finance Awards.

If Choice Funeral Plans has helped you plan ahead with confidence, we would be very grateful for your support in voting for Choice in these awards, simply vote by clicking on the link below

Vote here: https://www.themoneypages.com/vote-for-choice-funeral-plans/

Voting closes on 2nd November 2026. Thank you so much for being part of our journey.

Woking Funeral Service is a trading name of Funeral Partners Limited. Funeral Partners Limited is an appointed representative of Alternative Planning Company Limited (APCL). APCL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with firm reference number 965282. Choice Funeral Plans are provided by APCL.

06/10/2026

Frank Dooley & Son Funeral Directors were delighted to host a Breast Cancer Now Afternoon Tea on Sunday 13 September 2026, bringing members of the local community together in support of a cause close to many hearts.

Organised by Fiona Holding (formerly Fiona Dooley), the event featured live entertainment and Reiki sessions kindly provided by Kathryn Teale, creating a welcoming and enjoyable afternoon for all.

Thanks to the generosity of our attendees and supporters, approximately £700 was raised for Breast Cancer Now.

Thank you to everyone who joined the team and helped make the event such a success.

01/10/2026

Congratulations to Molly Dowling, Funeral Director at Douglas Mercer & Son Funeral Directors, on achieving her NAFD Higher Diploma in Funeral Directing.

Molly is pictured with Richard Van Nes, Director of Central Operations at Funeral Partners, at the recent NAFD Conference, where her achievement was recognised.

The Higher Diploma represents a significant commitment to professional development and excellence in funeral service. Well done, Molly, on this fantastic accomplishment and dedication to supporting families with the highest standards of care.

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25/09/2026

⚰️ FUNERAL FACT FRIDAY – Why do we have coffins? 🤔
Have you ever wondered why we use coffins when someone dies?
The tradition of placing the deceased in a coffin goes back thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians used beautifully decorated coffins and sarcophagi, believing they helped protect the body on its journey into the afterlife.
Over time, coffins became more widely used for practical reasons, helping to protect and transport the deceased, as well as providing a dignified way to lay someone to rest.
Today, coffins come in all sorts of styles, materials and finishes, from traditional wooden designs to more contemporary and environmentally friendly options. 🌿
At Woking Funeral Service, we understand that choosing a coffin is a very personal decision, and we’re always here to help families find something that feels just right for their loved one. ❤️
Did you know? The word coffin comes from the Greek word kophinos, meaning basket!

21/09/2026

Our team at Howard’s Funeral Directors in Southport and Ainsdale ran a fundraising car wash to support Queenscourt Hospice.

The event brought together colleagues, family, friends and local supporters, all helping to raise funds for a hospice that provides invaluable care and support to people living with serious illnesses across West Lancashire, Southport and Formby.

The team worked incredibly hard the entire day and managed to raise an impressive £626.94 for the hospice.

Thank everyone who attended, donated and helped make the event a success. Your generosity will help Queenscourt Hospice continue providing compassionate care to those who need it most.

17/09/2026

Bill and Toni from Bexley and Dartford Funeral Service recently took part in the Hunt the Bears trail across Dartford and Bluewater, enjoying the incredible creativity on display from local artists, schools and community groups.

They also visited ellenor Hospice to donate prizes for their bingo evenings and were given a tour of the hospice. It was an inspiring visit, offering a valuable insight into the compassionate care and support the team provides to local families.

A big thank you to everyone at ellenor for the warm welcome and the amazing work you do

11/09/2026

Funeral fact Friday! ⚰️
Did you know that in Victorian Britain, black wasn’t always the only colour associated with mourning?
During the strictest periods of Victorian mourning, widows were expected to wear black for up to 2 years after their husband‘s death. But mourning actually changed in stages.
After a period of deep mourning, a widow could move into “ half mourning “ when colours such as white, grey, mauve and lavender became acceptable.
Even jewellery had mourning rules. Jewellery made from jet - a lightweight black fossilised wood- became hugely fashionable because it was considered particularly appropriate for mourning.

04/09/2026

⚰️ This week’s Funeral Fact Friday

Did you know… the word “funeral” comes from the Latin word funus, meaning both “funeral” AND “death”?
The word travelled through Old French before eventually becoming the English “funeral” we use today.
And here’s the lovely bit: the traditions surrounding funerals have been around for thousands of years. Long before modern funeral directors existed, communities had their own ways of caring for the dead and saying goodbye. 🕊️
So although the funeral profession has changed enormously over the centuries, the need to honour and remember someone after they die is one of the oldest human traditions there is.
Funeral Fact Friday 💐
Every week, a little fact from the fascinating world of funerals.

28/08/2026

James D***s Funeral Service is celebrating their 65th anniversary this year. They are proud to continue to provide the highest levels of care to families and service to their community, maintaining the reputation we have helped to build up over the years and for many more to come.

28/08/2026

⚰️🚂 FUNERAL FACT FRIDAY – FACT #1 🚂⚰️
Well, here we go… our very first Funeral Fact Friday!
And I thought we’d start with something rather fascinating — and something right on our doorstep here in Woking.
Did you know that Brookwood Cemetery once had its very own railway?
When Brookwood Cemetery opened in 1854, London was struggling to find enough space to bury its growing population. So a huge new cemetery was created here in Surrey — and because it was a little too far from London for the funeral parties to travel easily, a special railway was built.
The London Necropolis Railway ran from a dedicated station near Waterloo, carrying both coffins and mourners all the way to Brookwood.
And it gets even more interesting… 🚂
There were two railway stations inside the cemetery itself — one serving the Anglican section and one serving the non-conformist section.
The trains even had separate carriages for coffins and passengers, with different classes available, just as there were different classes of funeral.
The railway continued until 1941, when the London terminus was badly damaged during an air raid.
So next time you’re passing Brookwood Cemetery, just remember…
you’re passing what was once the destination of a very unusual railway — connecting London with its great cemetery here in Woking . ⚰️🚂

28/08/2026

🌿 FUNERAL FACT FRIDAY 🌿

Good morning! 👋

Today marks the very first Funeral Fact Friday here at Woking Funeral Service! ⚰️

Every Friday, when time allows, I’ll be sharing a little fact about funerals, funeral traditions and everything connected with saying goodbye.

Some will be interesting, some might surprise you, some may teach you something you never knew — and every now and then, there might even be a light-hearted one! 😊

Funerals are something we all encounter at some point in our lives, but how much do we really know about the traditions, customs and little details behind them?

So, keep an eye out each Friday and see what little funeral fact I have for you! 👀

And who knows… you might learn something you never expected! 💐

26/08/2026

A lovely review was recently left for Bev, Nicki and the team at Merstow Green Funeral Home, Evesham.

A heartfelt thank you to the team for going above and beyond and showing such dedication and compassion, helping to make a difficult time a little easier for the family.

24/08/2026

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If you’d like to find out more, pop into branch for a chat or visit our website here: https://www.wokingfunerals.co.uk/prepaid-plans/

24/08/2026

We're delighted to congratulate Louise Jarrett, Funeral Director at Woking Funeral Service, on successfully completing her Funeral Director Level 3 Apprenticeship with Distinction.

Achieving the highest possible grade is a testament to Louise's hard work, dedication and commitment to providing exceptional care and support to the families she serves.

This fantastic achievement reflects both Louise's professionalism and her passion for continuous learning and development within the funeral profession.

Congratulations, Louise, on this well-deserved success. 👏

21/08/2026

We're delighted to share that Sacred Heart Church, Kilburn, received funding through Cycle one of the John Nodes Funeral Service Community Fund to support their fantastic foodbank project.

The cheque was presented during Sunday Mass in front of the congregation, providing a wonderful opportunity to recognise the vital work the church and its volunteers do to support local individuals and families.

We're proud to support initiatives that make a real difference in their communities and would like to thank everyone at Sacred Heart Church for their ongoing dedication and commitment.

Applications for our final Community Fund cycle have now closed, and we'll be announcing the successful recipients soon, so keep an eye on our page for updates.

24/07/2026

Good afternoon everyone! ☀️

Debbie and I would like to wish everyone involved in, and attending, the Horsell Village Show tomorrow a wonderful day. We’re certainly in for some glorious summer weather, so we hope everyone manages to stay cool while enjoying what promises to be another fantastic day.

The Horsell Village Show is one of the real highlights of our community calendar, alongside the wonderful Horsell Christmas Fair and the many other events that bring our village together throughout the year. It’s occasions like these that remind us what a fantastic community we’re so fortunate to be part of.

We’re really looking forward to coming along tomorrow and hope to see lots of familiar faces.

Have a fantastic day everyone 😀

Address

78 High Street, Horsell
Woking
GU214SZ

Telephone

+441483617718

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