– Poppy's Funerals

In Conversation

Walking and talking through grief and loss

Steve tells us about the difference that walking and talking with a group from Princess Alice Hospice has made to him after the death of his wife.

Crowd of people in sunshine walking in through open door of Poppy's mortuary in old chapel in Lambeth Cemetery

Opinion

Poppy's: A fresh approach to funerals in 2024

In our final blog of 2024, we look back on what’s changed at Poppy’s over the last year — and the core values that have stayed the same.

Poppy's team discussing funeral wishes at Poppy's offices over a cup of tea

In Conversation

‘Talking made me less fearful’: Why plan your funeral wishes

We asked Rosemary and Peter about why they approached Poppy’s to talk about their funeral wishes and what the process was like for them.

Natalie, Poppy's Sheen manager, with Scoobie, small white dog, outside Poppy's Tooting. Sign reads: Let's create a funeral that works for you.

Ideas & Guidance

Pets and funerals — Your questions answered

In this blog, we answer some of the most common questions, from ‘What will happen to my pet after I die?’ to ‘Can I bring my pet to a funeral?’

Five people, different genders, ethnicities and ages with arms around each other in a crematorium

Ideas & Guidance

Why do people grieve differently?

There’s no single right or wrong way to respond when someone close to you has died. We share ideas and resources to help people grieving in different ways.

Hairbrushes, hairdrier, shampoos and other products on metal tray

Ideas & Guidance

Dressing someone at Poppy's — Your questions answered

Helping to dress someone close to you before their funeral can be a deeply meaningful and personal experience. We answer your questions about what to expect.