Making funerals greener
While in life people focus on how we can be kinder to the planet, what happens to us afterwards may not always be that environmentally …
Find a local funeral director in Richmond or Kingston – what you need to know
How to discern an independent funeral director, a corporate funeral director and a remote ‘tech’ funeral director When faced with planning a funeral, the services …
What is an End of Life Doula?
For anyone approaching the end of their life, it is vital that they feel able to stay in control of the situation as far as …
A Cremation Funeral does not have to be held at a Crematorium
Alternative Cremation Venue It is a natural assumption when planning a cremation funeral that the service must take place at the crematorium chapel, unless a …
How funerals can cost less
Recently the ITV Tonight programme ‘Funerals: The True Cost’ highlighted the vulnerable position families may face when planning a funeral. The cost of funerals has …
Difference between a cemetery burial and a natural burial
Cemeteries or graveyards are local authority owned land set aside for burials and interment of ashes. There may be trees planted, but the scene is …
How we manage charity donations at funerals
It is common practice these days for funeral notices to state ‘family flowers only’ and express a preference for either charitable donations or contributions towards …
What is a Modern Funeral Director?
We often get asked what the difference is between a ‘modern funeral director’ and a more traditional one. To illustrate this, we should explain why …
How much does a cremation funeral cost?
When planning a funeral, you obviously want to ensure that everything is handled professionally to ensure the send off is dignified and properly conducted. You …
A chat with Reverend Joe Moffatt – Teddington Parish
We sat down with Reverend Joe Moffatt of St Mary with St Albans in Teddington to find out more about what a Church of England …
Music and songs to personalise a funeral service
The songs played at a funeral service are just as important as the words that are spoken, as the music creates a mood and reflects …
Simple, personal touches for a No Fuss funeral
Thankfully, most of us do not have to organise many funerals during our lifetime. But when we do, it is often planned quickly with decisions …
