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.
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A year ago Poppy’s opened its first high street branch — and we’re so glad we chose to settle on Upper Richmond Road West in East Sheen. Here are seven things we’ve discovered that make Sheen extra special.
Not everyone wants their family to plan their funeral or has family members who are able to do so. Instead, we often support groups of friends to do a brilliant job in honouring the life of someone close to them. Jenny explains how she and her friends arranged a personal and inclusive funeral for her neighbour Denis.
We talk to funeral celebrant Nic Preston about launching a Coffin Club in south west London, part of an international movement to empower people to take control of their own funeral planning.
Find out about mushroom coffins, produced by Loop Biotech and now available from Poppy's, made of natural materials which biodegrade within 45 days.
Thinking about working with us? Or just want to know more about behind the scenes at Poppy’s? Six members of the Poppy’s team tell us about their roles and what they find most rewarding about working here.
Katie Fyfe is the founder of Eldering, a service which provides guidance for the ageing parent years.