A long-established Surrey Funeral Directors has underlined its commitment to their community by providing a local church with a much-needed cycle rack. Anne Rowe, Funeral Arranger at James & Thomas Funeral Directors in…
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Making a difference: Community’s the key for Anthony
Community-minded funeral director Anthony Barton from Greater Manchester has found that small acts of kindness really do make an impact When Anthony opened his own business in Mossley last November, he started as…
Bingham funeral director wins community award
Dominic Lister, funeral director at Nottinghamshire’s largest independent family funeral directors, A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, has been recognised for his commitment to the community at the Bingham Civic Awards. Bingham Town…
Peter’s saddling up to raise cash for Hope House Ireland
A well-known retired funeral director is taking on a tough cycling challenge to raise cash for a charity which provides vital respite for cancer patients. Peter Mulholland, 70, from Mulhollands Funeral Directors will…
Ever think of using YouTube as a funeral director?
More practical tips to develop your digital reach from Eimer Duffy As a funeral director you understand the importance of connecting with families in your community. And providing them with the support they…
Horse-riding charity boosted by funeral firm
A charity which supports disabled people via horse riding and other equine activities has taken a step towards a new roof, thanks to a donation of £500 from Alternative Planning Company who…
Charity’s Grief Kind campaign aims to pass on bereavement know-how
National charity Sue Ryder have launched a new campaign to help bereaved people – Grief Kind. The charity is offering a range of resources to help people cope with grief and bereavement themselves,…
Edmonton: Star Wars surprise for young carers
A funeral arranger helped young carers to receive gifts and organised for a special Star Wars Stormtrooper to visit them at a party, after building a special relationship with a charity which…
Mid-England Barrow connect with community
Connecting with your local community is a key part of running a business in the funeral sector, and for Sarah Smart, co-owner of Mid-England Barrow in deepest rural Oxfordshire, 2021 has been…
Dealing with the ‘dark greens’
Consumer concern about environmental issues – fuelled further by the recent COP26 conference – is only going to increase. We asked funeral sector expert Simon Cox for his view on what we…
