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It's never easy to talk about, but we all think about death from time to time. Putting a few things in place now can save a lot on anguish for your family once you’re gone.
There is a lot to think about once someone dies, not least of all how you want to say goodbye, Here are some useful tips.
Lockdown funeral: what you need to know
A lockdown funeral is becoming in the norm for those wanting to say goodbye during the current pandemic. Organising a funeral for loved ones can be a daunting process at the best of times and recent restrictions due to government attempts to contain COVID-19 have made this even harder, not only for individuals involved, but […]
Writing a book of your life
Many of us have pondered the idea of publishing a book, but have you ever considered writing your own autobiography? It’s a trend that it growing alongside the availability of self-publishing tools and services. Producing a book of your life can be a therapeutic process and the end result can be a valued gift for […]
A memorial plaque to remember loved ones
A memorial plaque is a popular way of creating a lasting mark of a loved one. A very British place to put a plaque is on a garden or park bench – click here for our article on how to create one. However, if you’re looking for something slightly different, there are many other places […]
Creating a memorial bench for a loved one
Most of us will have had the experience, whilst on a walk or trip to a park, of sitting on a bench that has a plaque commemorating dearly departed. As a garden and green-space-loving nation, it is a particularly British way of marking the loss of someone close. Sitting on a memorial bench with a […]
What to do with the cremation ashes
For many of us, the ashes remaining from a cremation are a precious reminder of a departed loved one. Some people like to keep them in an urn on the mantelpiece of hidden away with other treasures. But there is an increasing demand for more creative ways to retain those memories. In this article, Safe […]
Should I take flowers? Your guide to attending a funeral…
If you haven’t been to a funeral for a while, or indeed, ever, then you might be unsure of what to take with you. Funeral Flowers? A card? Tissues or a handkerchief at least? This brief guide will help you know what to take when attending a funeral. First – take a friend. Unless the funeral […]