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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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Opinion

Five benefits of being a B Corporation Certified funeral directors

Ideas & Guidance

Explaining things clearly and openly helps you make the choices that are right for you. This is what will happen, step by step, when you arrange a funeral with Poppy's.

In Conversation

Rev Jonathan Hayes, vicar of Christ Church in East Sheen, tells us why his church recently hosted a funeral and end of life planning day.

In Conversation

We talk to Emma Clare, from End Of Life Doula UK, about a new project, right on Poppy’s doorstep in Richmond and Kingston, to extend doula care to more people via the NHS.

Ideas & Guidance

After someone dies, their death must usually be registered within five days once you have been contacted by the register office. Here, we share the most important things you need to know about registering a death.

In Conversation

Quakers are known for their simple lives and silent worship. This blog explores what happens at a Quaker funeral.