Have you considered your own funeral?
Planning your own funeral in advance can save time, money and stress for your family after your passing. It allows you to create your perfect service so that you can be remembered according to your wishes. Planning your funeral also takes some of the weight off your family’s shoulders, as they’ll have fewer difficult decisions to make at an emotional time.
But it may seem a little daunting, especially as there are so many options available and many different elements to consider. That’s why we have compiled a series of useful 'how to' guides to help you choose your own funeral arrangements and make the occasion personal to you.
How to arrange your own funeral
Arranging your own funeral means that you can design it as you want and ensure that your wishes will be clear, even after you’re gone. Whether you plan your funeral down to the last detail or just put a few pointers in place, doing so will lighten the load on your loved ones when the time comes.
Read our simples guides for more information on how to arrange your own funeral.
How to make your funeral more ‘you’
While thinking of ideas for your own funeral may feel strange, it really isn’t. These are the little details that make the service more special and more “you” for the people who love you most. Deciding on elements such as the music or readings in advance can also give you the peace of mind that you will be remembered in the way you’d like to be.
If you’d like your funeral to reflect you and your life, use our guides to help personalise your service and help make it as unique as you are.
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Personalising a funeral
A guide to the many elements of a funeral that can be made more personal to you.
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Funeral hymns
A compilation of the top 10 most popular hymns sung at a funeral.
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Funeral music
Some popular choices for funeral songs, with a few surprises thrown in.
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Funeral poems
A selection of some of our favourite funeral poems.
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Funeral flowers
Be inspired by this stunning array of funeral flowers for all tastes.
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Choosing a coffin
How to choose a coffin that suits you – from the traditional to the eco-friendly.
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How to write a eulogy
Tips on how to write a eulogy for yourself or for a loved one.
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Making a Will
How to make a Will and get your affairs in order, including arrangements for your funeral.
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How to pay for your own funeral
The stark reality is that the cost of dying has been increasing year on year. That’s why it may be worth considering paying for your funeral in advance and fixing the cost at today’s prices.
Take a look at the different ways you can pay for your funeral now or leave a cash gift that could be put towards funeral costs.