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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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In Conversation

Dr Lia Shimada, co-author of 'Ashes to Ashes', introduces this new report on beliefs, trends and practices in death, dying and the afterlife.

Opinion

Poppy’s Head of Marketing, Jo Juber, shares the vision behind our first advertising campaign.

Ideas & Guidance

Most of us associate funerals with wearing black, but this won’t be the right choice for everyone. We explore where this tradition came from and examine other options for funeral clothing.

Opinion

Death is often hidden away, making it difficult to talk about openly. Our Founder and Chair, Poppy Mardall, explains how we could all benefit from spending time with the dead.

In Conversation

We speak to Jo-Anne Winston, death doula and funeral coordinator at London's Liberal Jewish Synagogue about Jewish funerals in Liberal, Reform and Orthodox traditions and what she loves about her job.

Opinion

Poppy’s CEO Clare Montagu issues an unusual invitation — to come and visit our mortuary.