Poppy's
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We believe it’s time to start a more open conversation about death, dying and funerals.

In this blog, we share practical advice and ideas to help you if you are arranging a funeral or experiencing bereavement; as well as fascinating stories, interviews and opinions from the frontlines of death and dying.

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In Focus

In June 2024, it's 12 years since the first Poppy’s funeral took place. Poppy’s has grown and flourished since then, so it felt like a good time to share 12 things that you might not know about us.

In Conversation

Local humanist celebrant, Tamiko O’Brien, introduces us to the Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive and the great range of life stories that it holds.

Ideas & Guidance

From our experience, here are some top tips and things to think about when organising a Church of England funeral in a church.

In Conversation

We spoke to photographer Noel Yeo about what a photographer can bring to funeral, how photographers can work sensitively and what you should consider when choosing a funeral photographer.

In Conversation

Teddy’s mum Georgina explains how this family faced something that no one should have to: planning their child’s funeral.

Ideas & Guidance

No one wants to have to choose a funeral director, but it's worth looking around and asking some questions, to find the right funeral director for you. Here are a few things to consider.