Poppy's
blog

We believe it’s time for a more open conversation about death, dying and funerals.

In this blog, we give practical advice and ideas to help you if you are arranging a funeral or experiencing bereavement; answer your frequently asked questions/FAQs; and share stories, interviews and opinions.

Our email newsletter delivers the best from the blog to your inbox every month. Sign up for news and updates from Poppy's by email here.

Opinion

In our final blog of 2024, we look back on what’s changed at Poppy’s over the last year — and the core values that have stayed the same.

In Conversation

We asked Rosemary and Peter about why they approached Poppy’s to talk about their funeral wishes and what the process was like for them.

Ideas & Guidance

In this blog, we answer some of the most common questions, from ‘What will happen to my pet after I die?’ to ‘Can I bring my pet to a funeral?’

Ideas & Guidance

There’s no single right or wrong way to respond when someone close to you has died. We share ideas and resources to help people grieving in different ways.

Ideas & Guidance

Helping to dress someone close to you before their funeral can be a deeply meaningful and personal experience. We answer your questions about what to expect.

In Conversation

The Good Funeral Guide champions choice, transparency and creative approaches to funerals. We spoke to CEO Fran Hall about their exciting plans for the future.