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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

Poppy's content editor and climate change campaigner, Sarah Hagger-Holt, introduces our panel on eco-friendly funerals

In Conversation

Emma, Sarah and Amy come from different backgrounds and work at Poppy’s in different roles. They got together to chat about what drew them to Poppy’s and the values which underpin their working lives.

Opinion

You wouldn’t buy a new car, house or phone — or even a pair of shoes — without doing your research and considering your options. So why should planning a funeral be any different?

Ideas & Guidance

As well as registering the death and organising the funeral, when someone dies, their surviving friends or family will have to contact a multitude of organisations to let them know what has happened. This blog highlights how to make ‘death admin’ quicker, easier and less distressing for all involved.

In Conversation

In this blog, Irene Tuffrey-Wijne and Richard Keagan-Bull explore how funeral rituals at L’Arche can show us how to make funerals more accessible for people with learning disabilities — and for everyone.

FAQ

A funeral can cost thousands of pounds, although this can vary enormously depending on the choices you make and where in the UK you live. It may be one of the most expensive outlays you’ll ever make, so it’s important to spend your money wisely.