Funeral planning advice

Advice for planning a funeral

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.

What is a funeral tea?

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 Humanist funeral?

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…

How to choose funeral songs

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…

What to do when someone dies

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…