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How long is a funeral service

A funeral service will vary depending on the person’s religion and the customs of the church, chapel, mosque, temple or synagogue. Age Co reveals more here

What is a coffin made of?

The coffin is one of the most important choices you’ll need to make for a funeral, but which material should you choose? Age Co reveals what a coffin can be made of.

When a body is cremated, what happens to the coffin

If you’ve ever been to a cremation funeral, you may not have thought about what happens to the coffin. You can find out the whole process here

When a person passes away, their loved ones will usually attend a funeral service followed by a wake. But what is a wake and why are these gatherings called wakes? Here, you’ll find out more about the origin of the word and what it means in relation to the funeral in different countries.

How long can you have off work for bereavement

When you lose a loved one, you’ll need time to grieve. This is why all UK employees are entitled to a certain amount of time off work when they lose someone close to them. This is known as bereavement leave.

How to arrange a funeral

Being faced with arranging the funeral of a loved one is never easy. Whether you’re dealing with this task now or it’s something you’ll face in the future, knowing exactly what needs to be done can make the process a little easier. Armed with some knowledge of how funeral planning works, you can hopefully minimise any unnecessary stress and confusion at a difficult time.

Are prepaid funerals worth it?

The cost of funerals has been increasing year on year and this is due to a number of reasons, including limited burial space and a rise in fuel prices. Whatever the reasons, the cost of the average funeral has doubled since 2004.

Thinking of buying a memorial? Read this first.

Thinking of buying a memorial? Every type of memorial has its pros and cons, and there’s no perfect solution for everybody.

10 Unique Funeral Ideas for a Personal Send-Off

17 September 2018

There are lots of ways to add personal touches to a funeral, whether it's honouring a passion they loved in life or finding a way to acknowledge their cheeky sense of humour. Here's a list of 10 unique touches you can make to your funeral for some inspiration.

How to Plan a Low Cost Funeral

17 September 2018

Talking about your own funeral will not only make it easier for loved ones to make decisions but will also ensure that they don’t spend money on things that aren’t important to you. Here are some options for lower cost funerals to help you decide what is worth the money and what could be a cost-saving.

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