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Initial arrangements
It can be a challenge for family and friends to co-ordinate a meeting to make the initial arrangements. We want people to feel as relaxed and in control as possible. This might mean visiting you at home, or alternatively our bright and welcoming premises in North West London are located conveniently for parking and public transport.
Alternative and green funerals
People are generally unaware that there are very few rules about what should or shouldn't happen at a funeral. There is no requirement to have a minister of religion present or to transport the coffin in a black hearse. There are at least seven biodegradable options, including cardboard coffins, wicker, bamboo and papier mache, from which to choose.
Celebrants
We work with a number of celebrants whose spiritual outlook we match with that of the person for whom the arrangements are being made. The celebrant meets with the organising group or person to structure the ceremony. She or he would assist those who want to speak, source appropriate music or literature and can act as a master of ceremonies at the funeral itself.
Making the process 'yours'
We make our premises available for decorating the coffin with photographs, paintings, flowers, fabric or other mementoes. The task of doing this can be a very beautiful ritual for the bereaved. The only limits to decoration are of imagination.
We can also assist people to dress the body of the person who has died. Those who have done so have said that it has been a deeply moving experience.
Equally the service could incorporate an exhibition of photographs, dancing and the playing of instruments.
After funeral function
The after-funeral function is an important gathering for friends and family and we can work with the organising group to find the right combination of venue and catering. This could be a cream tea at home, a summer lunch in the woods, or a hot winter meal in a venue of your choice.
Costs
We will give detailed estimates of costs. We also offer a basic funeral service.
Funerals of your choice
People may not be aware of the options available.
We provide:
• traditional funerals
• woodland burials
• environment-friendly funerals
• religious and non-religious services
• pre-planned funerals
• family involvement & participation
• low cost options
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