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When someone dies: What to do next?
If you are dealing with the loss of a loved one, there can be lots of things...
Arranging a Funeral
Arranging a funeral
Once you have chosen your funeral director you can contact us via telephone, email or come into...
After a Funeral
Help and support within the Community
Hammerton's Funeral Directors is here for you before, during and after the funeral. We’re only a phone call away...
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How to use the Tell Us Once service
If you've recently experienced the loss of a loved one, dealing with administrative tasks can be overwhelming....
First Steps, After a Funeral
Using Life Ledger to notify companies about a death
There's so much to think about when someone close to you has died. Life Ledger is a...
First Steps, Arranging a Funeral
Guidance regarding Coronavirus (Covid-19) Funerals and Branch Visits
Our funeral homes continue to comply with all current government and NHS guidance in relation to COVID-19,...
Arranging a Funeral
What is a “Green” Funeral?
The environment and the climate crisis is very topical, with more people focussed on living as sustainably...
Arranging a Funeral
A guide to funeral wake food
There are many things to think about when arranging a funeral wake. One element that should not...
Arranging a Funeral
How to send a funeral invitation and ask people to a funeral
Inviting friends and relatives to a loved one’s funeral service or memorial service can feel overwhelming while...
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A guide to dealing with grief at Christmas
Christmas is well and truly among us and although this time of year should feel like a...
Arranging a Funeral
What message to put on funeral flowers
Your funeral flower messages don't have to be long or specific. All that matters is that they're...
Arranging a Funeral
Guide to Choosing a Memorial Headstone
A memorial headstone is an opportunity to remember a loved one and commemorate their life. Not only...
Arranging a Funeral
What does embalming mean?
If a loved one has recently passed away, you may be considering embalming while planning the funeral...
Arranging a Funeral
Tips for Writing a Good Eulogy
A eulogy is a funeral reading that tells the life story of the person who has died....
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How to cope with grief following the loss of a loved one
When you lose someone you love, grief is inevitable. How it affects people will vary enormously, depending...