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We believe it’s time for a more open conversation about death, dying and funerals.

In this blog, we give practical advice and ideas to help you if you are arranging a funeral or experiencing bereavement; answer your frequently asked questions/FAQs; and share stories, interviews and opinions.

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Ideas & Guidance

There’s no single right or wrong way to respond when someone close to you has died. We share ideas and resources to help people grieving in different ways.

Ideas & Guidance

Helping to dress someone close to you before their funeral can be a deeply meaningful and personal experience. We answer your questions about what to expect.

In Conversation

The Good Funeral Guide champions choice, transparency and creative approaches to funerals. We spoke to CEO Fran Hall about their exciting plans for the future.

Ideas & Guidance

Symbolic actions are powerful and beautiful ways to say goodbye someone you love. We share some eco-friendly favourites in this blog.

Ideas & Guidance

Here are some tips and pointers from the Poppy's team for family members or friends who have been asked to lead a funeral service.

In Conversation

When Jenny’s mum, Duc Lien, died, Jenny wanted her funeral to take place in accordance with her mum’s Taoist Buddhist tradition.