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Funeral Planning
Prepaid funeral plans, direct cremation, costs, and what to arrange in advance.
15 articles in this topic.
All Funeral Planning articles
- In-depth guideFuneral planning in the UK: what to arrange and whenFrom prepaid plans to direct cremation, this guide covers UK funeral costs, at-need options and what to sort before you need it.Published
- How-toHow to write and deliver a eulogyA step-by-step guide to writing and delivering a eulogy: structure, length, gathering memories from family, and practical tips for the day itself.Published
- How-toWhat to do in the first days after someone dies in the UKA step-by-step guide to the practical tasks in the days after a bereavement: getting the medical certificate, registering the death, and notifying key organisations.Published
- How-toWho to notify when someone dies: a complete checklistA step-by-step guide to telling government departments, banks, pension providers and utilities after a bereavement. Includes the Tell Us Once service.Published
- GuideHow to support someone who is grievingPractical guidance on what to say, what to do and how to keep showing up for someone who is grieving - including when to signpost professional support.Published
- GuideNatural and woodland burial in the UK: a practical guideNatural burial avoids embalming, concrete vaults and ornate coffins. This guide covers how it works, what it costs, and how to find a site near you.Published
- GuideHow to reduce funeral costs in the UK without losing dignityFuneral costs in the UK average over £4,000. Here are practical ways to reduce that figure without compromising on a meaningful send-off.Published
- How-toHow to register a death in England and WalesA step-by-step guide to registering a death in England and Wales: who can do it, the five-day rule, what to bring, and which documents you'll receive.Published
- GuideHow to choose a funeral director: what to look forChoosing a funeral director in the UK takes more than picking the nearest name. Here's what to check, ask, and compare before you commit.Published
- How-toHow to apply for probate in England and WalesA step-by-step guide to applying for probate in England and Wales, including when you need it, how to apply online via HMCTS, what it costs, and how long it takes.Published
- GuideDWP Funeral Expenses Payment: who can claim and how to applyThe DWP Funeral Expenses Payment can help cover burial or cremation costs if you receive certain benefits. Find out who qualifies and how to claim.Published
- GuideBurial or cremation: what are the differences?Burial typically costs £4,000–£6,000 more than cremation in the UK. Here's what separates the two - practically, emotionally and environmentally.Published
- GuideHow much does a funeral cost in the UK in 2026?The average UK funeral now costs over £4,000. Here's what drives that figure, how costs vary by region, and where to find financial help.Published
- GuideDirect cremation in the UK: what it costs and how it worksDirect cremation in the UK typically costs £700–£1,800. Here's what's included, which providers offer it, and what families need to know before booking.Published
- GuideIs a prepaid funeral plan worth it in 2026?Prepaid funeral plans fix today's funeral costs against future price rises, but they're not right for everyone. Here's what the FCA rules mean for you.Published