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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

A varied selection of modern poems that make good non-religious readings for funerals.

Ideas & Guidance

Check out this collection of resources for lesbian, gay, trans and queer funerals - created with Ash Hayhurst, author of the Queer Funeral Guide.

Ideas & Guidance

Many people don’t know these simple facts about funerals and death care.

Ideas & Guidance

If you’d like to have better conversations with the people in your life about death and dying, here are some ideas that may help you get started.

Ideas & Guidance

Simple advice for how to get through the day of a funeral

Ideas & Guidance

Ideas for classical music for funerals, including religious and non-religious options.