Funerals can often feel impersonal, however, they are deep-rooted in traditions and religion and offer you a great opportunity to give your loved one the send-off they deserve. Whether you opt for a motorcycle funeral, a horse-drawn hearse or an eco coffin, there are many ways you can make a funeral feel truly special. Personalise …
Over the past decade, funeral costs have increased significantly, and while we would all like to give our loved ones the very best funeral service possible, it’s not always easy to fit it into your budget. The average funeral service in 2020 cost £4,184. Funeral flowers, cars and crematorium charges soon add up and it …
When a loved one passes away, it is always a time for grieving and trying to honour their memory the best you can. The traditional way of doing this is to organise a funeral. This is an opportunity for friends, families and anybody in their life to come together to mourn and share stories, songs …
While the majority of people still wish to be buried after they die, there has been a rise lately in cremation services. People choose to be cremated for numerous reasons, such as not being religious so not wanting to be in a church graveyard or not wanting to leave an impact on the environment. Whatever …
The death of a loved one is undoubtedly one of the hardest experiences, but the grieving process can be aided by a fitting send off for that special family member or friend. A touchingly prepared funeral or cremation service can be the ideal way to memorialise your dearly departed. Following a cremation, the funeral director …
Grief is a response to loss, and it is important to know that everyone grieves in different ways. Comforting a loved one who is suffering from grief or coping with loss yourself can be a long and painful process, and it is normal to have questions about the feelings and thoughts you are experiencing. At …
In an ideal world, children wouldn’t need to know anything about death. Sadly, it is a part of life and it’s something that some children will face earlier than you would want. Whether it’s a grandparent or a parent who has passed, or someone their age, it can be difficult to explain the concept of …
More and more people are seeking to reduce their environmental impact nowadays. If you’re actively making greener choices in life, why not ensure the choices you make in death are eco-friendly too? There are numerous ways to make a funeral more eco-friendly and, in some ways, they can make it an even more meaningful experience …
Grief can overwhelm the mind and our physical senses, leading to unexpected emotions, loss of sleep or appetite and the inability to think straight. You may even feel anger, guilt, immense pain, sadness or everything all at once. It’s important to remember, while difficult, these reactions are normal and the more significant the loss, the …
Losing someone is always tough, but children may find it particularly hard to process. Children often grieve completely differently to adults, so it can be hard to know what to do to support them. Callum Robertson Funeral Directors’ top priority is that your loved one gets the send-off they deserve so, while you take care …
