Arranging a funeral for a child
If you’re arranging a funeral for a child, it’s a good idea to get support from family members, friends and bereavement charities who can help…
Whether you want a simple service or a big celebration of life, we've put together guides to help you plan the send-off you want. Find answers to all your questions about planning a funeral.
If you’re arranging a funeral for a child, it’s a good idea to get support from family members, friends and bereavement charities who can help…
Do I have to have a funeral when I die? In the UK, you don’t have to have a funeral when you die. In fact,…
What is a funeral tea? ‘Funeral tea’ has several meanings in the UK. Let’s look at two of the most common ones. The social occasion…
What is a silent funeral service? You might think silent funerals have no readings, music or singing. Sometimes this is true – people will sit…
Planning a funeral for a family member or close friend? If they wanted a church funeral service it’s useful to get an idea of the…
If you’re looking for a less traditional way to celebrate a loved one’s life, an informal funeral service could be a good choice. In this…
A Humanist funeral is a non-religious ceremony that celebrates a person’s life and legacy. But what happens during a Humanist service? Where can you hold…
If you’re planning a funeral, one of the main things to decide is whether to have a burial or cremation. What are the main differences?…
Music can be one of the most memorable and poignant parts of a funeral service. So it’s worth spending some time thinking about funeral music…
Knowing what to do when someone dies isn’t easy. It’s useful to get all the help you can with the paperwork, funeral arrangements, and contacting…
Who can conduct a funeral service? Anyone can conduct a funeral service. There are no laws that control what happens at funerals or who can…