State funerals are public funeral ceremonies for people of national significance. In the UK this is typically the monarch, but there has been the odd occasion where other figures have been honoured, namely Winston Churchill. State funerals are full of ceremony and tradition and are typically religious in nature. State funerals should not be confused
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What are themed funerals? Funerals are no longer one-size-fits-all occasions; they are increasingly becoming tailored and personalised celebrations that reflect the individual and their unique qualities. Personalised funerals tend to be more joyful in nature than traditional funerals, and bring together family and friends to celebrate and remember the life of a loved one. Such
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Cremations are now the most popular type of funeral in the UK, according to the Sun Life Cost of Dying Report 2021; 59% of funerals in 2020 were cremations, with a further 14% direct cremations. Choosing where to scatter cremation ashes is a very personal decision, whether you are deciding where you would like to
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We all want to give our loved ones the funeral they want and deserve, or ensure that our own farewell is something to remember. But it is easy for costs to spiral out of control while making this happen. Like most things in life, a funeral requires a budget. But what does everything cost, how
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A widespread shift in attitudes towards death and dying has changed how we choose to mark the passing of a loved one; we’ve moved away from traditional religious funerals towards a more unique and tailored occasion that reflects the person lost with a personalised funeral plans. At its core, a funeral is still an opportunity
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The terms ‘life insurance’ and ‘funeral plan’ are often mistakenly used to mean the same thing; indeed, life insurance is commonly advertised as a means to pay for your funeral, but the two are, in fact, very different. A funeral plan is a secure way of financing your funeral by putting aside money that is
Continue ReadingIf you have ever planned a funeral for a loved one or family member you will know how stressful it can be if there are no plans in place. Funeral planning can not only alleviate your family from the emotional burden at an already difficult time, but can also ensure that you lock down the
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When a loved one dies, their funeral is an opportunity to celebrate their life and remember time spent together. Celebrity funerals are no different; although you didn’t know them personally, their funeral ends an important chapter in your life. But is it the scale, the guest list, or simply the occasion that makes celebrity funerals
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A Brief Guide to Day of the Dead Day of the Dead, despite its name, is a celebration of life; the Mexican holiday brings together friends and family across Latin America to pray for and commemorate their departed loved ones. Also known as Día de Muertos or Día de los Muertos, Day of the Dead
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What is a funeral care plan? Have you ever thought about how you’ll fund your funeral? An average funeral costs £4,184, but the cost of dying could be in excess £9,000 once third-party expenses or disbursements are factored in. Your estate or life insurance policy might cover the cost, but these won’t pay out until
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