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Your Trusted Funeral Service in Alton
Kemp and Stevens has been serving the Alton community since the early 1900s, providing compassionate and professional funeral services. Our family-run business has passed through four generations, maintaining a deep commitment to supporting bereaved families with dignity and care. We offer a full range of funeral arrangements, including cremations, burials, and eco-friendly woodland funerals, alongside prepaid funeral plans to provide peace of mind. Our dedicated team operates 24/7, offering home visits and personalized guidance through every step of the process. With purpose-built facilities in Alton, including chapels of rest and modern mortuary services, we combine tradition with contemporary needs.Our expertise extends to crafting bespoke funeral ceremonies that reflect individual lives, supported by a comprehensive selection of coffins and memorial options. We pride ourselves on transparency, with clear pricing and no hidden fees, while maintaining the highest professional standards. As part of the Funeral Partners network, we uphold values of respect, integrity, and community service. Our long-standing reputation is built on trust, with generations of local families relying on our empathetic approach and attention to detail. We continuously strive to adapt to changing needs while preserving the personal touch that defines our service.
Services
Cremations
Burials
Prepaid Plans
Woodland Funerals
Repatriation
Floral Tributes
Ashes Caskets
Funeral Notices
Probate Services
Memorial Masonry
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized funeral support with no additional charges for out-of-hours service
- Our family-run business has served Alton for over 120 years with generational expertise
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees or unexpected costs
- Our dedicated team offers home visits for convenient funeral planning
- We maintain purpose-built facilities including modern chapels of rest and mortuary services
Services
Cremations
We provide comprehensive cremation services with options for traditional or personalized ceremonies. Our team coordinates all aspects including crematorium bookings, coffin selection, and floral arrangements. We offer transparent pricing starting from 1,710 for unattended cremations, with full support available for family-attended services.
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Our Choice Funeral Plans allow advance payment for future funeral services, protecting against rising costs. Plans start from 1,966 and can be customized to include specific requirements, with flexible payment options available through Funeral Partners' FCA-regulated provider.
Woodland Funerals
We offer environmentally conscious woodland and green funeral options using biodegradable coffins. Services include natural burial site arrangements and sustainable memorial options, with specialist advice available for creating nature-focused farewell ceremonies.
Repatriation
Our experienced team manages international repatriation of remains, handling all necessary documentation and transportation logistics. We provide 24/7 support for overseas family members and coordinate with global funeral partners to ensure respectful care.
Memorial Masonry
We offer a range of memorial options including traditional headstones, engraved plaques, and bespoke stonework. Our specialists provide design consultation and coordinate installation in local cemeteries and churchyards across Hampshire.
People
Robin Thorne
Business Principal
Robin Thorne is the fourth-generation funeral director at Kemp and Stevens, holding the NAFD Diploma in Funeral Directing. He oversees daily operations and maintains the family's commitment to compassionate service in Alton.
Simon Goff
Funeral Director
Simon Goff leads funeral arrangements with over 25 years' experience, combining traditional values with modern service standards. He specializes in personalized funeral planning and community outreach in Hampshire.
Questions
What types of funerals do you offer?
We provide cremations, burials, woodland funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation services with customizable options.
Can I arrange a funeral in advance?
Yes, our Choice Funeral Plans allow advance payment and customization to ensure your wishes are respected.
Are your prices transparent?
We provide clear pricing with no hidden fees, including standardized price lists for all services.
Do you offer 24/7 support?
Our team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for immediate assistance with funeral arrangements.
Can I personalize funeral services?
We specialize in creating personalized funerals that reflect individual lives, with bespoke ceremony options available.
Do you provide memorial options?
We offer a range of memorial masonry, ashes caskets, and keepsake items to honor loved ones.
