Arranging a Funeral | Making Funeral Arrangements

<!DOCTYPE html> <html lang="en-gb"> <head> <title>Arranging a Funeral | Making Funeral Arrangements | Dignity</title> <meta charset="utf-8" /> <meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text-html;" /> <meta name="title" content="Arranging a Funeral | Making Funeral Arrangements | Dignity" /> <meta name="description" content="Find out all you need to know about arranging a funeral. From planning and arranging the funeral itself, to what happens before and after the funeral service." /> <meta name="format-detection" content="telephone=no"> <meta name="com.silverpop.brandeddomains" content="www.pages06.net,dignityfunerals.co.uk,simplicity.co.uk,www.dignityfunerals.co.uk" /> <link rel="icon" href="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4778/dignity-favicon-01.ico" /> <link href="https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/arranging-a-funeral/" rel="canonical" /> <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0" /> <link rel="preconnect" href="https://fonts.googleapis.com"> <link rel="preconnect" href="https://fonts.gstatic.com" crossorigin> <link rel="preload" as="style" href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Libre+Baskerville:400,400i|Open+Sans:300,300i,400,400i,600,600i,700,700i&display=swap" /> <link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Libre+Baskerville:400,400i|Open+Sans:300,300i,400,400i,600,600i,700,700i&display=swap" rel="stylesheet"> <link rel="preconnect" href="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/" /> <link rel="preload" as="style" href="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/css/main.38bf8b79.css" /> <link type="text/css" href="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/css/main.38bf8b79.css" rel="stylesheet" /> <style> .lazy { background-image: none !important; } </style> <script type="text/javascript" src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/js/main.38bf8b79.js" defer></script> <script src="https://assets.sitescdn.net/answers/v0.9.1/answers.min.js" async defer></script> <meta property="og:title" content="Arranging a funeral"> <meta property="og:description" content="We are here to guide you through all of the funeral arrangements and ensure your loved one鈥檚 send-off is a personal and unique celebration of their life"> <meta property="og:image" content="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4429/arranging-a-funeral.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543346680000000"> <meta property="og:url" content="https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/arranging-a-funeral/"> <meta name="twitter:card" content="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4429/arranging-a-funeral.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543346680000000"> <meta property="og:site_name" content="Dignity Funerals"> <meta name="twitter:image:alt" content="Arranging a funeral"> <meta property="fb:app_id" content="238729793349506" /> <meta name="twitter:site" content="@Dignity_UK">  <script src="https://cdn.cookielaw.org/scripttemplates/otSDKStub.js" type="text/javascript" charset="UTF-8" data-domain-script="c995e28f-5cfa-40b6-96e9-286fb61cf0bf"></script> <script type="text/javascript"> function OptanonWrapper() { } </script>   <script> (function (w, d, s, l, i) { w[l] = w[l] || []; w[l].push({ 'gtm.start': new Date().getTime(), event: 'gtm.js' }); var f = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0], j = d.createElement(s), dl = l != 'dataLayer' ? '&l=' + l : ''; j.async = true; j.src = 'https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id=' + i + dl; f.parentNode.insertBefore(j, f); })(window, document, 'script', 'dataLayer', 'GTM-WSB6FSS') </script>  <script type='text/javascript'> var _vwo_code = (function () { var account_id = 399943, settings_tolerance = 2000, library_tolerance = 2500, use_existing_jquery = false, /* DO NOT EDIT BELOW THIS LINE */ f = false, d = document; return { use_existing_jquery: function () { return use_existing_jquery; }, library_tolerance: function () { return library_tolerance; }, finish: function () { if (!f) { f = true; var a = d.getElementById('_vis_opt_path_hides'); if (a) a.parentNode.removeChild(a); } }, finished: function () { return f; }, load: function (a) { var b = d.createElement('script'); b.src = a; b.type = 'text/javascript'; b.innerText; b.onerror = function () { _vwo_code.finish(); }; d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(b); }, init: function () { settings_timer = setTimeout('_vwo_code.finish()', settings_tolerance); var a = d.createElement('style'), b = 'body{opacity:0 !important;filter:alpha(opacity=0) !important;background:none !important;}', h = d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; a.setAttribute('id', '_vis_opt_path_hides'); a.setAttribute('type', 'text/css'); if (a.styleSheet) a.styleSheet.cssText = b; else a.appendChild(d.createTextNode(b)); h.appendChild(a); this.load('//dev.visualwebsiteoptimizer.com/j.php?a=' + account_id + '&u=' + encodeURIComponent(d.URL) + '&r=' + Math.random()); return settings_timer; } }; }()); _vwo_settings_timer = _vwo_code.init(); </script> </head> <body> <div class="ctm-pop"> <a href="#" class="ctm-popup-close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div>  <noscript> <iframe src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/ns.html?id=GTM-WSB6FSS" height="0" width="0" style="display:none;visibility:hidden"></iframe> </noscript>  <header class="header"> <div class="header__inner"> <div class="header__search"></div> <div class="header__brand"> <a href="/"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4779/logo.svg?mode=max&height=112" alt="Dignity" /> </a> </div> <div class="header__meta"> <div class="header__search-group"> <nav class="header__sizes"> <a class="header__size header__size--regular" data-size="14" href="">A</a> <a class="header__size header__size--large header__size--active" data-size="16" href="">A</a> <a class="header__size header__size--x-large" data-size="18" href="">A</a> </nav> </div> <div class="header__contact"> <p class="header__contact--text">Call us 24 hours a day on:</p> <a id="27832-23358-23360" class="header__contact--phone" href="tel:0800 456 1047">0800 456 1047</a> </div> </div> </div> </header> <nav class="mobile-nav"> <div class="mobile-nav__list"> <a class="mobile-nav__mobile-trigger" href="#"> <span> <i class="icon-burger"></i> </span> </a> <a class="mobile-nav__cta" href="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/" aria-label="Find A Funeral Director"> <span class="your-branch"> <i class="icon-poi"></i> <div class="your-branch__content"> <span class="your-branch__title">Find A Funeral Director</span> <span class="your-branch__subtitle">Search by town or postcode</span> </div> </span> </a> </div> </nav> <nav class="main-nav"> <div class="main-nav__inner"> <div class="main-nav__actions"> <a class="main-nav__close" href="" aria-label="Close Menu"> MENU <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div> <div class="main-nav__list"> <a class="main-nav__home" href="/" accesskey="1" aria-label="Home"> <span> <i class="icon-home"></i> </span> </a> <div class="main-nav__item u-hide--desktop"> <a href="/" aria-label="Home"> Home </a> </div> <div class="main-nav__item"> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/" aria-label="What to do when someone dies"> What to do when someone dies <i class="main-nav__drop-trigger icon-right-arrow"></i> </a> <nav class="drop-nav"> <div class="drop-nav__header"> <div class="drop-nav__actions"> <a class="drop-nav__back"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </a> <a class="drop-nav__close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div> </div> <div class="drop-nav__body"> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">What to do immediately<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/"> What to do when someone dies </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/when-someone-dies-at-home/"> When someone dies at home </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/when-someone-dies-in-hospital/"> When someone dies in hospital </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/when-someone-dies-in-a-care-home/"> When someone dies in a care home </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/when-someone-dies-abroad/"> When someone dies abroad </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">First steps after a death<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/medical-certificate-of-cause-of-death/"> Medical Certificate of Cause of Death </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/how-to-register-a-death/"> Registering a death </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/bringing-your-loved-one-into-our-care/"> Bringing your loved one into care </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/"> Start arranging the funeral </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Useful guides<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/a-loved-one-may-be-passing-away-soon/"> A loved one may be passing soon </a> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/frequently-asked-questions/"> Frequently asked questions </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">After the funeral<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/after-the-funeral/"> After the funeral </a> </div> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="main-nav__item"> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/" aria-label="Arranging a funeral"> Arranging a funeral <i class="main-nav__drop-trigger icon-right-arrow"></i> </a> <nav class="drop-nav"> <div class="drop-nav__header"> <div class="drop-nav__actions"> <a class="drop-nav__back"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </a> <a class="drop-nav__close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div> </div> <div class="drop-nav__body"> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Before the funeral<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/choosing-a-funeral-director/"> Choosing a Funeral Director </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/"> How to arrange a funeral </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/"> Types of funeral </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/how-to-personalise-a-funeral/"> How to personalise a funeral </a> <a href="/our-funeral-services/"> Our Funeral Services </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/"> Planning a funeral service </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/the-day-of-the-funeral/"> The day of the funeral </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/right-to-arrange-a-funeral/"> Right to Arrange a Funeral </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">After the funeral<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/after-the-funeral/"> What to do after the funeral </a> <a href="/memorials/"> Memorials </a> <a href="/legal-services/"> Legal services </a> <a href="/dealing-with-finances-after-a-death/"> Dealing with finances after a death </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Planning ahead<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/funeral-plans/"> Our Prepaid Funeral Plans </a> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/sharing-my-final-wishes-with-my-loved-ones/"> Sharing my final wishes </a> </div> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="main-nav__item"> <a href="https://www.dignityfuneralplans.co.uk" aria-label="Prepaid Funeral Plans"> Prepaid Funeral Plans <i class="main-nav__drop-trigger icon-right-arrow"></i> </a> <nav class="drop-nav"> <div class="drop-nav__header"> <div class="drop-nav__actions"> <a class="drop-nav__back"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </a> <a class="drop-nav__close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div> </div> <div class="drop-nav__body"> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">About Funeral Plans<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/funeral-plans/advice/how-do-funeral-plans-work/"> How do funeral plans work? </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/advice/funeral-plan-costs/"> Can I pay for a funeral plan monthly? </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Our Funeral Plans<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="https://www.dignityfuneralplans.co.uk/free-guide"> Request a Planning Guide </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/online-cancellation/"> Online Cancellation </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Help & Guidance<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="https://www.dignityfuneralplans.co.uk/free-guide"> Request a Guide </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/dignity-to-provide-rescue-options-for-funeral-plan-companies/"> Dignity To Provide Rescue Options For Funeral Plan Companies </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/complaints/"> Complaints </a> </div> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="main-nav__item" aria-label="Memorials"> <a href="/memorials/">Memorials</a> </div> <div class="main-nav__item"> <a href="/about-dignity/" aria-label="About Us"> About Us <i class="main-nav__drop-trigger icon-right-arrow"></i> </a> <nav class="drop-nav"> <div class="drop-nav__header"> <div class="drop-nav__actions"> <a class="drop-nav__back"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </a> <a class="drop-nav__close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div> </div> <div class="drop-nav__body"> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">About Dignity<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/about-dignity/history/"> History </a> <a href="/about-dignity/our-company/"> Our Company </a> <a href="/about-dignity/our-funeral-homes/"> Our funeral homes </a> <a href="/about-dignity/what-our-clients-say/"> What our clients say </a> <a href="/about-dignity/in-the-community/"> In the community </a> <a href="/about-dignity/industry-associations-and-accreditations/"> Industry associations and accreditations </a> <a href="/about-dignity/working-for-dignity/"> Working for Dignity </a> <a href="/about-dignity/coffin-manufacturing/"> Coffin Manufacturing </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Our Funeral Directors<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/arranging-a-funeral/choosing-a-funeral-director/"> Choosing a Funeral Director </a> <a href="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/"> Find your nearest Dignity Funeral Director </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Our Funeral Plans<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/funeral-plans/"> About our Funeral Plans </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/2022-solvency-assessment-report/"> 2022 Solvency Assessment Report </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/2023-solvency-assessment-report/"> 2023 Solvency Assessment Report </a> <a href="/funeral-plans/2024-solvency-assessment-report/"> 2024 Solvency Assessment Report </a> </div> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="main-nav__item"> <a href="/advice/" aria-label="Advice"> Advice <i class="main-nav__drop-trigger icon-right-arrow"></i> </a> <nav class="drop-nav"> <div class="drop-nav__header"> <div class="drop-nav__actions"> <a class="drop-nav__back"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </a> <a class="drop-nav__close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> </div> </div> <div class="drop-nav__body"> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Advice and guidance categories<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/coronavirus/"> Covid-19 Update </a> <a href="/advice/organising-a-funeral/"> Organising a funeral </a> <a href="/advice/attending-a-funeral/"> Attending a funeral </a> <a href="/advice/grief-and-bereavement-support/"> Grief and bereavement support </a> <a href="/advice/insights/"> Insights </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Most popular guides<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/advice/a-guide-to-funeral-etiquette/"> A guide to funeral etiquette </a> <a href="/advice/how-long-after-death-does-a-funeral-typically-take-place/"> How long after death does a funeral take place? </a> <a href="/advice/what-to-wear-to-a-funeral/"> What to wear to a funeral </a> <a href="/advice/bible-readings-for-funerals/"> Bible readings for funerals </a> <a href="/advice/coping-with-grief-and-loss/"> Coping with grief and loss </a> <a href="/advice/sympathy-card-and-funeral-flower-messages/"> Sympathy card and funeral flower messages </a> <a href="/advice/a-guide-to-being-a-pallbearer/"> A guide to being a pallbearer </a> <a href="/advice/bereavement-and-compassionate-leave-in-the-uk/"> Bereavement and compassionate leave in the UK </a> </div> <div class="drop-nav__section open"> <div class="drop-nav__title">Latest guides<i class="icon icon-down-arrow"></i></div> <a href="/advice/what-to-put-on-a-headstone/"> What to put on a headstone </a> <a href="/advice/non-religious-funerals/"> A guide to non-religious funerals </a> <a href="/advice/interment-of-ashes/"> Interment of ashes </a> <a href="/advice/non-religious-funeral-readings/"> Non-religious funeral readings </a> <a href="/advice/burying-ashes/"> A guide to burying ashes </a> <a href="/advice/coping-with-grief-on-fathers-day/"> How to cope with grief on Father's Day </a> <a href="/advice/lifes-moments/"> Life's Moments </a> </div> </div> </nav> </div> <div class="main-nav__item u-hide--desktop" aria-label="Contact us"> <a href="/contact-us/">Contact us</a> </div> <a class="main-nav__cta" href="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/" aria-label="Find A Funeral Director"> <span class="your-branch"> <i class="icon-poi"></i> <div class="your-branch__content"> <span class="your-branch__title">Find A Funeral Director</span> <span class="your-branch__subtitle">Search by town or postcode</span> </div> </span> </a> <div class="main-nav__footer"> <div class="main-nav__item"><a href='https://www.dignityplc.co.uk/' target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dignity PLC</a></div> <div class="main-nav__item"><a href='https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/crematoria-and-cemeteries/' target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Crematoria</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </nav> <div class="main-nav-clearance "></div> <div class="mobile-search"> <a class="mobile-search__close"> <i class="icon-cross"></i> </a> <form class="form" id="mobile-search" action="/search/"> <p> <input class="form__input" id="mobile-search-input" placeholder="Search..." type="search" name="query" /> </p> <button class="button">Search</button> </form> </div> <div class="banner banner--static "> <div class="banner__image"> <img class="lazy " src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4846/dignity_110817_d1_makingarrangements_house_s4_0875.jpg?crop=0.047417442845050423,0.37397685577194317,0,0.16909329973909731&cropmode=percentage&width=984&height=708&rnd=133022810550000000" alt="Dignity Banner"> </div> <div class="banner__content"> <h1 class="banner__title">Arranging a Funeral</h1> <div class="banner__copy"> <p> <span>We understand how difficult it can be when someone dies, especially if you're arranging the funeral. Our Funeral Directors are committed to providing the highest quality funeral services in the UK. We'll guide you through the process, helping you organise the funeral you want for your loved one.</span> </p> </div> <div class="banner__meta"> </div> </div> </div> <div style="position:relative;"> <a id="main-content" href="#main-content" style="position:absolute; top: -124px; height:0; overflow:hidden" accesskey="S">Top</a> </div> <section class="section section--alt "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="grid"> <div class="grid__row"> <div class="grid__col"> <h2 id="arrange" class="h3 u-color-brand-a">How to arrange a funeral</h2> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>When someone dies, there is a lot to think about, from arranging a funeral to dealing with their estate. The person may have left details about the kind of funeral they want, or you may need to plan and arrange the funeral yourself. Either way, our guide to arranging a funeral can help answer some of the questions you may have, from planning for a funeral, through to types of service and funeral costs.</strong></p> <ol class="list list--ordered"> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#Find-FD" title="Arranging a funeral" data-anchor="#Find-FD">Help with funeral arrangements: Find a funeral director near you</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#First-steps" title="First steps when arranging a funeral" data-anchor="#First-steps">What to do before arranging a funeral</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#Type-of-funeral" title="Types of funeral services" data-anchor="#Type-of-funeral">What type of funeral do you want to arrange?</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#compare-services" title="Compare funeral services" data-anchor="#compare-services">Compare funeral services</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#how-long" title="How long does it take to arrange a funeral?" data-anchor="#how-long">How long does it take to arrange a funeral?</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#plan-the-service" title="Plan a funeral service" data-anchor="#plan-the-service">Make the funeral arrangements and plan a fitting service</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#costs" title="Consider funeral costs" data-anchor="#costs">Consider costs when arranging a funeral</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#funeral-notices" title="Create a funeral notice" data-anchor="#funeral-notices">Create a funeral notice</a></span></li> <li><span><a data-udi="umb://document/aa6d70f74e9842398693bf7f947113d1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/#the-day" title="What happens on the day?" data-anchor="#the-day">Discover what happens on the day</a></span></li> </ol> </div> <div class="grid__col"> <div class="youtube-video"> <div class="youtube-video__embed"> <iframe class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4utuC7KOFkk?rel=0" iframe allow="autoplay" allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" title="Arranging a Funeral"></iframe> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--dark "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="download-banner"> <div class="download-banner__media"> <div class="download-banner__brochure"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src='https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4849/dignity_130817_d3_colourful_2520.jpg?crop=0.26668652271035059,0.0000000000000024000554630119,0.26302756627354723,0&cropmode=percentage&width=328&height=465&rnd=133022810250000000' alt="Image Description" /> </div> </div> <div class="download-banner__content"> <h2 class="download-banner__title">Download our step by step guide to 'Arranging a Funeral'</h2> <p><em>This guide will take you through the key things to consider when arranging a fitting funeral service</em></p> <div class="download-banner__cta"><a id="27832-29073-29723" href="/media/4075/arranging-a-funeral-guide_092020.pdf" target="_blank" class="button">Download</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--alt "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="grid"> <div class="grid__row"> <div class="grid__col"> <h2 id="help" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="Find-FD"></a>1. Help with funeral arrangements: Find a funeral director</h2> <p>Organising a funeral can seem overwhelming, especially when dealing with grief. Choosing an experienced and professional funeral director will help ease the burden and stress of arranging a funeral. At Dignity, we spend time getting to know you, your loved one's life, and will help you create the most fitting tribute for the person who has passed away.<br /><br />Our Funeral Directors are honoured to serve the local communities they are part of, with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We promise to provide unequalled support, reassurance, and attention to detail when arranging a funeral for your loved one.</p> <p><span>Our guide will help you understand some of the <a data-udi="umb://document/d7cd23700f744ca59ca540793c9b2806" href="/arranging-a-funeral/choosing-a-funeral-director/" title="Choosing a Funeral Director">key things to consider when selecting a funeral home</a>聽<span style="font-weight: 400;">from the cost of arranging a funeral, to things to consider when making funeral plans</span></span></p> </div> <div class="grid__col"> <nav aria-label="Side Navigation" class="side-nav " > <h2 class="h2">Choosing a Funeral Director</h2> <ul class="side-nav__list"> <li> <a id="27832-27715-30109-l1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/choosing-a-funeral-director/what-does-a-funeral-director-do/" ><span>What does a Funeral Director do?</span><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></a> </li> <li> <a id="27832-27715-30109-l2" href="/arranging-a-funeral/choosing-a-funeral-director/questions-to-ask-a-funeral-director/" ><span>Questions to ask a Funeral Director</span><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></a> </li> <li> <a id="27832-27715-30109-l3" href="/arranging-a-funeral/choosing-a-funeral-director/step-by-step-guide-on-choosing-a-funeral-home/" ><span>Step by step guide to choosing a funeral home</span><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></a> </li> <li> <a id="27832-27715-30109-l4" href="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/" ><span>Search for your local Funeral Director</span><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></a> </li> </ul> </nav> <div class="map-search map-search--small " style="display:none;"> <div class="map-search__content"> <h2 class="map-search__title"> <i class="icon-poi"></i> # No Title # </h2> <p></p> <div class="map-search__search"> <form class="inline-form inline-form--alt branch-cta" action="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/#map"> <input class="inline-form__input inline-form__input--no-border" type="search" aria-label="Find a Funeral Director" placeholder="Enter postcode, town or location"> <button class="inline-form__button button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="Search Find a Funeral Director"><i class="icon-search"></i></button> </form> </div> </div> <div class="map-search__map lazy"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--dark "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <h2 id="before" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="First-steps"></a>2. What to do before arranging a funeral</h2> <p>Before your funeral director can start to make funeral arrangements, they will need the certificate of registration of death and the green certificate for burial or cremation. These will be given to you by the registrar when you <a data-udi="umb://document/885156348d2c4e2e868a119eeddb2f64" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/how-to-register-a-death/" title="How to register a death">register the death</a>. <br /><br />Although you can choose a funeral director, arrange for them to take the person who has died into their care and start to plan a funeral, the funeral cannot take place without these forms. Our <a data-udi="umb://document/cb17b0200b56433cb4a97607d819ff2c" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/" title="What to do when someone dies">guide to what to do when someone dies</a> will help you to understand the first steps you need to take before you can arrange a funeral.</p> <p>聽</p> </div> </section> <section class="section section--dark section--flat-top"> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <h2 class="section__title ">Other useful guides</h2> <div class="carousel" data-items-per-page="3" data-items-at-tablet="2"> <div class="carousel__genwrapper"> <button class="carousel__arrow carousel__arrow--left button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="carousel-left"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </button> <button class="carousel__arrow carousel__arrow--right button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="carousel-right"> <i class="icon-right-chevron"></i> </button> <div class="carousel__items"> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-29337-l1" class="image-card" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/a-loved-one-may-be-passing-away-soon/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4424/a-loved-one-may-be-passing-away-soon.jpg?crop=0.037367434888514142,0,0.50816376241334082,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132568183990000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">A loved one may be passing away soon</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-29337-l2" class="image-card" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4428/what-to-do-when-someone-dies.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543342550000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Has someone passed away?</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-29337-l3" class="image-card" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/first-steps-after-a-death/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4426/first-steps-after-a-death.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543341970000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">First steps after a death</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-29337-l4" class="image-card" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/frequently-asked-questions/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4427/frequently-asked-questions.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543342170000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">What to do when someone dies: Common questions</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-29337-l5" class="image-card" href="/what-to-do-when-someone-dies/after-the-funeral/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4425/after-the-funeral.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543336580000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">After the funeral</h3> </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__dots"> <div class="carousel__dot"></div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="brand-message brand-message--white brand-message--link-list"> <h1 class="brand-message__title">3. What type of funeral do you want to arrange?</h1> <div class="brand-message__wrapper"> <div class="brand-message__content"> <p> The person who has passed away may have left instructions about the type of funeral they wanted. If they didn't make their wishes known, you will need to decide what type of service you would like to arrange for your loved one. Whether you choose a cremation or burial, a green funeral or a traditional one, we'll be able to make the funeral arrangements on your behalf.</p> <p>We can cater for any type of funeral service; from traditional religious services to personalised celebrations of life, our Funeral Directors will help you arrange a funeral which reflects the life of your loved one and commemorates them in a special and unique way. </p> <ul class="link-list link-list--compressed"> <li><a id="27832-29072-30566-l1" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/cremation-service/">Cremation service<span class="link-list__icon"><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></span></a></li> <li><a id="27832-29072-30566-l2" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/burial-service/">Burial service<span class="link-list__icon"><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></span></a></li> <li><a id="27832-29072-30566-l3" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/religious-funerals/">Religious funerals<span class="link-list__icon"><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></span></a></li> <li><a id="27832-29072-30566-l4" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/woodland-burials-and-green-funerals/">Woodland burials and green funerals<span class="link-list__icon"><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></span></a></li> <li><a id="27832-29072-30566-l5" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/direct-cremation/">Direct cremation<span class="link-list__icon"><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></span></a></li> <li><a id="27832-29072-30566-l6" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/alternative-funerals/">Alternative funerals<span class="link-list__icon"><i class="icon-right-arrow"></i></span></a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="brand-message__media"> <div class="brand-message__media-wrapper"> <img class="lazy" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4475/arranging-a-funeral.jpg?crop=0.18518518518518517,0,0.14814814814814814,0&cropmode=percentage&width=750&height=750&rnd=132545063470000000" src="" alt="Has someone passed away"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="umb-macro-holder RTEMacroButton mceNonEditable umb-macro-mce_1"><ins> <p class="u-align-center"><a style="display: inline-block;" href="/arranging-a-funeral/types-of-funeral/" class="button "> Types of funeral</a></p> </ins></div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--alt "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <h2 id="compare" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="compare-services"></a>4. Compare funeral services</h2> <p>We offer two funeral choices, allowing you to arrange a funeral which is suited to you, the wishes of your loved one and your budget. If you would like to arrange an entirely personal and bespoke commemoration, our Attended Funeral will help celebrate your loved one's life story. Alternatively, if you are looking for a simple cremation without a ceremony or service, then our Unattended Funeral may be the option for you.</p> <div class="card-grid card-grid--2"> <a id="27832-29083-29882-l1" class="content-card content-card--alt" href="/our-funeral-services/unattended-funeral/"> <div class="content-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4848/dignity_120817_d2_traditional_3370.jpg?crop=0.25364274150026916,0.12951969778737149,0.34160820291419491,0.2633567188343246&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=133022956320000000')"></div> <div class="content-card__content"> <h3 class="content-card__title">Unattended Funeral</h3> <p class="content-card__copy"> The Unattended Funeral is an option for those looking for a simple cremation without a service or ceremony </p> <p class="content-card__cta"> Our Unattended Funeral <i class="icon-right-arrow"></i> </p> </div> </a> <a id="27832-29083-29882-l2" class="content-card content-card--alt" href="/our-funeral-services/attended-funeral/"> <div class="content-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4847/dignity_120817_d2_traditional_2606.jpg?crop=0.23921170702557756,0.005608262840585126,0.20013585463322506,0.15315231107164592&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=133022810340000000')"></div> <div class="content-card__content"> <h3 class="content-card__title">Attended Funeral</h3> <p class="content-card__copy"> Our Attended Funeral allows you to create an entirely personal and bespoke commemoration, reflecting the individual life of your loved one </p> <p class="content-card__cta"> Attended Funeral details <i class="icon-right-arrow"></i> </p> </div> </a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <h2 id="long" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="how-long"></a>5. How long does it take to arrange a funeral?聽</h2> <p>A funeral is typically held around one or two weeks after the death. However, the length of time taken to arrange a funeral may depend on a number of factors, including funeral director and crematoria availability, religious beliefs, family circumstances and even the type of funeral you decide to organise. Let your funeral director know if you need to arrange funeral quickly or within a set time period.</p> <p>The process of arranging a funeral may take longer if you need to repatriate your loved one to or from another country. Our funeral directors can help to guide you through the process of repatriation.</p> <h2 id="fitting" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="plan-the-service"></a>6. Make the funeral arrangements and plan a fitting service</h2> <p>A funeral is a personal event and people often have different requirements. There are a number of details that you will need to take care of, from arranging funeral transport, to choosing songs to be played during the service.</p> <p>We will do everything we can to make sure the process of arranging a funeral for your loved one is as straightforward as possible, helping to plan a fitting farewell for the person who has passed away.</p> <div class="carousel" data-items-per-page="3" data-items-at-tablet="2"> <div class="carousel__genwrapper"> <button class="carousel__arrow carousel__arrow--left button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="carousel-left"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </button> <button class="carousel__arrow carousel__arrow--right button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="carousel-right"> <i class="icon-right-chevron"></i> </button> <div class="carousel__items"> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l1" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/choosing-a-crematorium/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4278/cremation.jpg?crop=0.13925925925925925,0.0000000000000001263187085796,0.1940740740740742,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132537968220000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Choosing a crematorium</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l2" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/hearses-and-funeral-cars/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4312/traditional-funeral-hearse.jpg?crop=0.029629629629629624,0.0000000000000001263187085796,0.30370370370370375,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542300920000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Hearses and funeral cars</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l3" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/coffins-and-caskets/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4305/coffins-caskets-urns-dignity.jpg?crop=0.17037037037037034,0,0.41296296296296309,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542298850000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Coffins and caskets</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l4" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/cremation-urns/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4323/cremation-urns-card.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542425340000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Urns</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l5" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-flowers-and-floral-tributes/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4333/coffin-flowers.jpg?crop=0.063703703703703693,0,0.26962962962962966,0.0000000000000001263187085796&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542440960000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Funeral flowers and floral tributes</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l6" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-music/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4308/music-for-funerals.jpg?crop=0.11666666666666664,0,0.46666666666666679,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542299700000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Funeral music and Songs</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l7" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-hymns/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4374/funeral-hymns-content-card.jpg?crop=0.23182748538011694,0,0.10369883040935679,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542527640000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Funeral hymns</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l8" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-poems-and-verses/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4375/funeral-poems-and-verses_1200x500.jpg?crop=0.31111111111111106,0,0.27222222222222237,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542539650000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Funeral poems and verses</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l9" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/how-to-write-a-eulogy/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4306/how-to-write-and-deliver-a-eulogy.jpg?crop=0.24722222222222218,0,0.33611111111111125,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542299100000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">How to write a eulogy</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l10" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-order-of-service/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4310/funeral-order-of-service_1200x500.jpg?crop=0.31759259259259254,0,0.26574074074074089,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542300290000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Funeral order of service</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l11" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/charity-donations/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4304/funeral-charity-donations.jpg?crop=0.461111111111111,0,0.12222222222222241,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542298480000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Charity donations</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l12" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/how-to-write-an-obituary/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4313/how-to-write-an-obituary-obituaries.jpg?crop=0,0,0.58333333333333337,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542301180000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">How to write an obituary</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l13" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-notices/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4309/funeral-notices-dignity-funerals.jpg?crop=0.25277777777777771,0,0.33055555555555571,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542300020000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Funeral Notices</h3> </div> </a> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <a id="27832-29082-30567-l14" class="image-card" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/organising-a-wake/" target="_self"> <div class="image-card__image lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4314/how-to-organise-a-wake.jpg?crop=0.26851851851851849,0,0.31481481481481494,0&cropmode=percentage&width=700&height=700&rnd=132542301450000000')"></div> <div class="image-card__content"> <h3 class="image-card__title">Organising a wake</h3> </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__dots"> <div class="carousel__dot"></div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--alt "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <h2 id="notices" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="funeral-notices"></a>7. Create a Funeral Notice</h2> <p>Letting people know about the funeral arrangements can be quite difficult and time consuming. If you choose to arrange a funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. <br /><br />Our online Funeral Notices service provides clients with a simple and respectful way of sharing the details of their loved one's funeral with family and friends.<br /><br />A Funeral Notice makes it quick and easy to find out when the service is taking place and where it is being held. You can also collect online donations for a special charity and provide the option for people to send flowers.<br /><br />Family and friends can choose to receive notifications using their email address, making sure they are kept up-to-date if any of the funeral arrangements were to change.</p> <p class="highlight">Find out more about <a data-udi="umb://document/177d09e0e56545f7a40f1851a03423da" href="/arranging-a-funeral/planning-a-funeral/funeral-notices/" title="Funeral Notices">Funeral Notices</a>.</p> </div> </section> <section class="section "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="grid"> <div class="grid__row"> <div class="grid__col"> <h2 id="day" class="h3 u-color-brand-a"style='position: relative;'><a style='position: absolute; top: -80px;' href='#' id="the-day"></a>8. Discover what happens on the day</h2> <p>Once you've made all of the funeral arrangements, it's important to understand what happens on the day of the funeral.聽<span>If you鈥檙e unsure of what to expect, our funeral arrangers will explain everything聽you need to know.</span></p> <p>We will guide you through each step, attending to your every need before, during, and after the service takes place.</p> <p>Learn more about the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service, and the wake.</p> <p class="highlight">Find out what happens on <a data-udi="umb://document/d435a454b3504bf999ed0b380a3deea2" href="/arranging-a-funeral/the-day-of-the-funeral/" title="The day of the funeral">the day of the funeral</a>.</p> </div> <div class="grid__col"> <img src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4320/hearses-dignity.jpg?crop=0.10416666666666667,0,0.27083333333333331,0&cropmode=percentage&width=600&height=400&rnd=132542371540000000" style="width: 100%" alt="Hearses | Dignity"/> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--dark "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="highlight-carousel "> <h2 class="highlight-carousel__title ">What our clients say</h2> <p class="highlight-carousel__subtext ">Families choose us because the little details matter to us just as much as they matter to you</p> <div class="carousel" data-items-per-page="1"> <button class="carousel__arrow carousel__arrow--left button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="carousel-left"> <i class="icon-left-chevron"></i> </button> <button class="carousel__arrow carousel__arrow--right button button--alt button--icon" aria-label="carousel-right"> <i class="icon-right-chevron"></i> </button> <div class="carousel__items"> <div class="carousel__item"> <div class="testimonial-card"> <div class="testimonial-card__content"> <div class="testimonial-card__review"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> </div> <p class="testimonial-card__copy"> "The lovely lady at Winterton made a difficult task easier. The staff on the day were caring considerate and comforting and made things much easier to cope with they had time to wait listen and act to all the parts of the funeral and took total charge. Thank you again" </p> <p class="testimonial-card__source"> Mrs Cynthia F. October 2021 </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <div class="testimonial-card"> <div class="testimonial-card__content"> <div class="testimonial-card__review"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> </div> <p class="testimonial-card__copy"> "Thanks very much for a fantastic service. It was polite, professional, efficient and caring. We could not have asked for a better experience at such a difficult time. Thanks very much to you all for being there for us and for being so helpful. Thanks." </p> <p class="testimonial-card__source"> Mr Treg L. October 2021 </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <div class="testimonial-card"> <div class="testimonial-card__content"> <div class="testimonial-card__review"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> </div> <p class="testimonial-card__copy"> "Organising a funeral from a distance was made very easy and professionally handled. From the start the firm was sympathetic and practical - much appreciated. Arrangements on the day were immaculate and the service was very fitting and felt personal. Highly recommended from us." </p> <p class="testimonial-card__source"> Dr Kelvin W. October 2021 </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <div class="testimonial-card"> <div class="testimonial-card__content"> <div class="testimonial-card__review"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> </div> <p class="testimonial-card__copy"> "Great service from very sympathetic staff, from initial consultation to the funeral at a very difficult time. My wishes regarding my mother where always top priority. A full breakdown of all prices was very helpful in arranging the funeral. Would highly recommend." </p> <p class="testimonial-card__source"> Mr James M. October 2021 </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <div class="testimonial-card"> <div class="testimonial-card__content"> <div class="testimonial-card__review"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> </div> <p class="testimonial-card__copy"> "I felt the arrangements were made with the utmost courtesy and respect. I felt supported and befriended by the lady I dealt with, she answered all my questions and was compassionate during a very difficult time. I was introduced to the lady who would be present on the day over the telephone (as I organized the funeral from a distance) and all I needed to know was carefully explained to me. The day itself was beautifully and sensitively managed. Thank you for making a difficult time so much easier." </p> <p class="testimonial-card__source"> Mrs Jayne S. October 2021 </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="carousel__item"> <div class="testimonial-card"> <div class="testimonial-card__content"> <div class="testimonial-card__review"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> <img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/star-full.svg" width=28 alt="Dignity Star"> </div> <p class="testimonial-card__copy"> "All the staff were helpful and respectful. The funeral director and Celebrant were warm and considerate and put us all at ease. I felt listened to and nothing was any trouble. My Dad had taken out a funeral plan and would highly recommend one as it made the whole process much easier in a very stressful time." </p> <p class="testimonial-card__source"> Mrs Sarah H. October 2021 </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--alt "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="map-search map-search--alt lazy"> <div class="map-search__content"> <h2 class="map-search__title ">Find your local Funeral Director</h2> <p><strong>Our Funeral Directors will help and support you when arranging a funeral service. We'll be on hand to offer advice on how to arrange a fitting goodbye for your loved one, wherever you are and whenever you may need us.</strong></p> <p>Our rich and lengthy heritage means we can deliver our funeral services with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise. Discuss your requirements with us face-to-face at our premises or in the comfort of your own home; the choice is completely up to you.</p> <div class="map-search__search"> <form class="inline-form inline-form--alt map-search__search-input branch-cta" action="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/#map"> <i class="icon-poi u-hide--mobile"></i> <input class="inline-form__input inline-form__input--no-border" type="search" aria-label="Find a Funeral Director" placeholder="Enter postcode, town or location"> <button id="27832-29088-29735" class="inline-form__button button button--alt button--icon-left button--icon-large u-hide--mobile" aria-label="Search Find a Funeral Director"><i class="icon-search"></i>Search</button> <button id="27832-29088-29735" class="inline-form__button button button--alt button--icon u-hide--desktop u-hide--tablet" aria-label="Search Find a Funeral Director"><i class="icon-search"></i></button> </form> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section "> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="feature-banner "> <div class="feature-banner__media lazy" style="background-image: url('https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4657/funeral-wisher-banner-1.jpg?crop=0.18814814814814815,0,0.14518518518518519,0&cropmode=percentage&width=750&height=750&rnd=133022915350000000');"></div> <div class="feature-banner__content"> <h2 class="feature-banner__title">MAKE YOUR FUNERAL WISHES KNOWN</h2> <div class="feature-banner__copy"> <p><strong>How much easier would it be to arrange your loved ones funeral if they had shared their wishes?</strong></p> <p>By documenting your own funeral wishes and sharing them with your loved ones, you can help relieve some of the uncertainty and stress of organising your funeral whilst being reassured that they will commemorate your life in the way you would have wanted.</p> </div> <div class="feature-banner__cta"> <div class="cta"> <a id="27832-29077-34512" class="button" href="umb://document/b1a5fb28e0d148b6b8fdd4fbb0f1f989" >Share my wishes</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section--flat-top"> <div style="position:relative;"> <div id="" style="position:absolute; top:-118px;"></div> </div> <div class="container"> <div id="__8x8-chat-button-container-script_170973995665c399b0cc2e70.25305442"></div> <script type="text/javascript"> window.__8x8Chat = { uuid: "script_170973995665c399b0cc2e70.25305442", tenant: "ZGlnbml0eXBsYzAx", channel: "Chat Channel", channelUuid: "th28__laQmKndFsZJWBfkg", domain: "https://vcc-eu12.8x8.com", path: "/.", buttonContainerId: "__8x8-chat-button-container-script_170973995665c399b0cc2e70.25305442", align: "right" }; (function () { var se = document.createElement("script"); se.type = "text/javascript"; se.async = true; se.src = window.__8x8Chat.domain + window.__8x8Chat.path + "/CHAT/common/js/chat.js"; var os = document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0]; os.parentNode.insertBefore(se, os); })(); </script> </div> </section> <div class="find-fd"> <div class="find-fd__head"> <h3>Find a Funeral Director</h3><i class="icon-up-arrow"></i> </div> <div class="find-fd__body"> <form class="find-fd__body-search branch-cta" id="search-cta" action="/find-funeral-directors-near-you/#map"> <input class="inline-form__input inline-form__input--no-border" type="search" aria-label="Search website" placeholder="Enter postcode, town or location"> <button class="inline-form__button button button--alt button--icon-left button--icon-large u-hide--mobile" aria-label="Search website"><i class="icon-search"></i>Search</button> <button class="inline-form__button button button--alt button--icon u-hide--desktop u-hide--tablet" aria-label="Search website"><i class="icon-search"></i></button> </form> <div class="find-fd__body-content"> Call us 24/7 on <strong> <a href="tel:08004561047" id="2735428047">0800 456 1047</a> </strong> </div> </div> </div> <footer class="footer"> <button class="top" style="display: flex;"> <i aria-hidden="true" class="icon-up-arrow"></i> <span>Top</span> </button> <div class="footer__body"> <div class="footer__content"> <img class="footer__logo lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4780/logo-white.svg?mode=max&height=128" alt="Dignity" /> <div class="footer__links"> <a href="/about-dignity/" rel="noreferrer noopener">About Dignity</a> <a href="https://www.dignityplc.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dignity PLC</a> <a href="https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/crematoria-and-cemeteries/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Crematoria</a> </div> <p class="footer__contact" x-ms-format-detection="none"> Call: <a id="27832-23358-23360" href="tel:0800 456 1047">0800 456 1047</a> <em>or</em> <a href="/contact-us/" >Contact Us</a> </p> <div class="footer__social-links"> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DignityFuneralsUK/" title="Facebook" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/facebook.svg" alt="Facebook"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Dignity_UK" title="Twitter" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/twitter.svg" alt="Twitter"></a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGZNSYZTCXo3Zdt5jfRzBnQ" title="YouTube" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img class="lazy" src="" data-src="https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/assetsrb/img/youtube.svg" alt="Youtube"></a> </div> <div class="footer__services"> <a href="/accessibility/" accesskey="0">Accessibility</a> <a href="/privacy-policy/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Privacy Policy</a> <a href="/cookie-policy/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cookies Policy</a> <a href="/terms-of-use/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use</a> <a href="/complaints/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Complaints</a> <a href="/site-index/" accesskey="3">Site Index</a> </div> </div> <p class="footer__address"> &#169 2025 Dignity plc. 4 King Edwards Court, King Edward Square, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B73 6AP </p> </div> <div class="footer__chin"> <p class="footer__chin-content">Calls are recorded for monitoring and quality purposes. All calls made to 0800 and 0808 numbers are free of charge whether made from a landline or mobile phone. Dignity Funerals Limited is a company registered in England No. 00041598. VAT registered No. 486 6081 14. Registered office: 4 King Edwards Court, King Edwards Square, Sutton Coldfield B73 6AP. Dignity Funerals Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under Firm Reference Number 967130. Please note that the selling and administering of funeral plans is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), however if you are purchasing a funeral without a funeral plan this will not be covered by FCA regulation.</p> </div> </footer> <script type="application/ld+json">{ "@context": "https://www.schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Article", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/arranging-a-funeral/" }, "headline": "Arranging a funeral", "description": "We are here to guide you through all of the funeral arrangements and ensure your loved one鈥檚 send-off is a personal and unique celebration of their life", "image": "https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4429/arranging-a-funeral.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=700&height=700&rnd=132543346680000000", "author": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://assets.dignityfunerals.co.uk/media/4499/logo.svg" } }, "datePublished": "2020-10-12", "dateModified": "2024-03-06" } ] }</script> <script src="https://www.sc.pages06.net/lp/static/js/iMAWebCookie.js?5b562e07-153c5128f2a-b292eee3e12767e0c1a23a3c31e9c522&h=www.pages06.net" type="text/javascript"></script> </body> </html>

CINXE.COM

Arranging a Funeral | Making Funeral Arrangements | Dignity