This week marks the first day on the job for the newly appointed Scottish Inspector of Funeral Directors, Natalie McKail. …
An Introduction to Humanist Funerals with Humanists UK
We’ve previously looked at the funeral customs of the world’s major religions to get a flavour of how death and …
An Introduction to Green Funerals with the Association of Green Funeral Directors
As ever greater numbers of people begin to consider the environmental impact of their funeral choices, a rising number of …
Talking Coffins with JC Atkinson
There’s a lot more to the coffin industry than you may think. It’s why we caught up with Chris Taylor, …
London’s Magnificent Seven Cemeteries
Not only can cemeteries be a place to reflect on life and death, they can form a historical record, revealing …
An Interview with a Funeral Planner: Zeleka Sutherland, Your White Room
Continuing our exploration of the funeral industry and those who work within it, we’ve spoken with Zeleka Sutherland, the founder …
What is Sky Burial?
Although not a practice that’s traditionally found in the UK or Europe, sky burial is the accepted method for disposing …
Everything You Need to Know About Resomation
As a growing number of people become more aware of environmental issues and the impact our every action has on …
The BBC’s A Time To Live: Review
Last week the BBC ran a program called A Time To Live. A wonderfully touching display of death positivity that’s …
Inside a Natural Burial Ground: GreenAcres Woodland Burials
Natural burial is becoming increasingly popular as a means of burial in the UK. Although a relatively recent arrival to …