Coping with grief during festivities

Coping with grief during festivities

The festive season, typically a period associated with good cheer and social events, can be particularly challenging for those who are grieving.  Individuals coping with loss may find the Christmas holidays daunting, and difficult emotions heightened, as they struggle...
Supporting grieving parents

Supporting grieving parents

It is a subject that many would prefer to avoid, and yet which tragically affects parents and families every-day worldwide. The loss of a baby is a devastating experience and one that can feel incredibly isolating for parents. This is only heightened by a general...
Our Defender Dream

Our Defender Dream

From a small idea to a very large reality, this month sees the formal launch of our Land Rover Defender hearse.  It’s the newest addition to our fleet and since it’s introduction, it’s been a popular choice for families up and down the country who want a unique,...
Grief First Aid for Funeral Directors

Grief First Aid for Funeral Directors

What a notion – first aid for the professionals that deal with death every day?   Let’s talk about a successful internal programme we launched to assist our colleagues in 2024.   What is GFA? Grief first aid is just that.  First aid for anyone facing loss.  Normal...
Upholding high standards in funeral care

Upholding high standards in funeral care

 As a profession, funeral directors typically strive to deliver the highest quality of care and compassionate service. Yet in light of recent events, this reputation has sadly been called into question, spreading a dark shadow over the industry. We are greatly...
Is direct or unattended cremation for you?

Is direct or unattended cremation for you?

There’s no doubt that the popularity of a direct cremation as a funeral choice is on the rise. It’s simplicity and low cost suits many people but it can also leave a harmful legacy for family and friends. Here’s our quick guide to help families choose. Direct...
Our guide to woodland or natural burials

Our guide to woodland or natural burials

Spring brings traditions of Easter, school holidays, time jumping forward an hour.  As funeral directors, Spring can also trigger a rise in queries around natural or woodland funerals. Here’s our answers to six most frequently asked questions. 1.       Where? In the...
Financial benefits of funeral planning

Financial benefits of funeral planning

As we approach the fiscal year end, those looking to retirement are called on to top up ISAs and review their tax position and budgets. Enquiries about our Prepaid funeral plans often rise around this time of year. And here’s why. They are an efficient way of...
Championing International Women’s Day 2024

Championing International Women’s Day 2024

In a profession that’s been traditionally male dominated, we’re shining the spotlight on two of our funeral directors, Sharon Laing in Inverurie in Aberdeenshire and Kim Ramshaw from Monkseaton, North East England.  Neither set out to be a funeral director but...