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Managing Grief Through Christmas

Christmas and New Year can be especially difficult if you have lost a loved one. If you are experiencing grief...

by Austins21 December 2023
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The Role of a Funeral Celebrant

A funeral celebrant is someone who officiates at funeral services. Typically, they are professionally qualified and separate from religious beliefs....

by Austins9 November 2023
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7 Essential Elements of a Eulogy

A eulogy is an opportunity to remember the life of a person who has died and provide comfort to those...

by Austins17 October 2023
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The Growing Demand For Direct Cremation

Direct cremation (or simple cremation) is an increasingly popular funeral option, with demand more than quadrupling in the last five...

by Austins12 September 2023
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New Funeral Trends for 2023

Research amongst funeral directors shows that new trends are emerging regarding funeral planning. Some became popular due to necessity –...

by Austins7 August 2023
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Finding the Right Words When Someone Dies

When someone dies, it can be hard to find the right words. You could be writing a eulogy or a...

by Austins24 July 2023
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Options for your Loved One’s Ashes

After a cremation, you need to decide what do with your loved one’s ashes. We hope these ideas are helping...

by Austins20 June 2023
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Quirky Funeral Customs

So many countries have their own funeral rituals. Some are more unusual than others! As it becomes increasingly popular to...

by Austins27 May 2023
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The Nation has Spoken …. About Dying

Recent research shows how we feel about funerals in the UK. People are often reluctant to talk about death, so...

by Austins4 April 2023
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