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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 memorial stone or headstone can be a lasting and meaningful way to mark the grave of someone who has died. We share some questions to bear in mind when choosing a memorial stone.

In Conversation

Susannah's dad was a lifelong Watford FC supporter. We helped her remember and say goodbye to him in a way that expressed what was special about him.

In Conversation

Join us as local residents, historians and guides Geoff Simmons and Tracey Gregory unpack the hidden histories of Lambeth Cemetery, where Poppy's HQ is based.

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.