Planning a Funeral

At a time when emotions can easily distract, and even the most basic decisions - cremation or burial? - can seem quite overwhelming, use our Planning Overview as an invaluable checklist.

Our guide to Funeral Protocol sets out the conventional etiquette surrounding death; you are free to adhere to tradition, which some mourners find the easiest default position, or you may choose to deviate, creating a tribute that is more personal and individualistic.

Planning Overview

From readings and flowers to pall bearers and practicalities

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Burial

A guide to traditional burial

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Natural Burial

Alternative options, including natural woodland burials

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Cremation

Cremation is now the choice of over 70 per cent of the UK's population

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Funeral Protocol

Codes of conduct and etiquette for traditional funerals

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