When did funeral directing become a career? Well, since time began, we’ve been caring for and burying our dead so it’s hard to pinpoint the exact moment funeral directing became a profession. Fast forward to the 21st Century, and we saw funeral teams throughout the UK...
Scarcity of ground, rising energy costs and a growing demand for sustainable solutions are just some of the reasons we want more green options legalised and available in the UK today. Currently burial or flame cremation are the only two options available to Scottish...
What happens if it’s not clear who should, and can, make funeral arrangements? Responsibility for arranging a funeral usually falls to a spouse or immediate family member. It’s common for a named person in a will or a death declaration to be nominated and...
William Purves has launched a “Warm Welcome Appeal”, encouraging locals in Edinburgh and the Lothians to donate warm clothing to Ukrainian refugees arriving in the city this winter. Since February 2022, Edinburgh has welcomed over 10,000 refugees from Ukraine,...
Memorials are the lasting tribute we can leave for generations to come. In five simple steps, we explore how to choose the perfect stone memorial. Choose a location Memorial stones or markers are typically erected in graveyards and cemeteries to indicate a grave but...
In our experience, the best funerals are those where everyone looks back with peace of mind that they got it “just right”; that the tone, style and format was to the deceased’s preference. Those we find tough to arrange are the funerals where families have no idea...
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