Poppy's
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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

Archbishop Desmond Tutu chose aquamation, or water cremation, for environmental reasons. We explore the benefits of this new technology of alkaline hydrolysis as it comes to the UK.

Opinion

Founder Poppy and CEO Clare explain some exciting changes we made during 2022 to ensure that Poppy’s remains true to its values and is ready for the future.

In Conversation

Jane Harris shares some of the things she has learnt about grief, as a therapist, filmmaker, bereaved parent and founder — with her husband Jimmy — of the Good Grief Project.

Opinion

Poppy's CEO Clare Montagu responds to the UK Commission on Bereavement's landmark report with a call to raise standards in death care for everyone.

Ideas & Guidance

Nicola and Gilly explain how and why they led a funeral ceremony without using a celebrant.

In Conversation

When Linda’s partner Graham died, she felt alone in her grief. Determined that no other bereaved person should miss out on the support they need, Linda set up the Good Grief Trust.