Funerals Poole

Poole Funerals

Burial – A burial is a traditional form of funeral in which the deceased is placed in a coffin or casket, laid to rest in a grave and buried. The UK has over 14,000 cemeteries that can accommodate burials and there is also a growing number of woodland burial sites. Burials are typically preceded by a formal ceremony attended by friends and relatives. The ceremony allows attendees the opportunity to commemorate and pay tribute to their late loved one. This will usually involve the sharing of stories and memories, poetry readings, songs and in the event of a religious ceremony, prayers and hymns.

After the ceremony, the funeral service and those who wish to witness the burial will travel to a nearby cemetery. The burial will take place there, allowing those in attendance the chance to pay their final respects. A personalised headstone is usually put in place to mark the location of the burial site, offering a peaceful place at which people can visit their late friend or relative. In a woodland burial a specific tree, shrub or subtle memorial stone will typically be used instead of a headstone as a means of memorialising the burial location.

Cremation – While not a traditional type of funeral, over the past 70 years the popularity of cremation has been steadily rising and it is now the funeral of choice for many. Latest figures show that over 75% of funerals within the UK are cremations. During a cremation the body is exposed to fire and extreme heat until only ashes remain. These ashes are then transferred to an urn and returned to the next of kin. They can choose whether to keep them as a memorial or spread them somewhere meaningful. The ceremony for a cremation is typically much the same as a burial ceremony in terms of content and procedures, however the funeral ends after the service rather than continuing at a cemetery or burial site.

With a cremation you have less additional expenses to take into consideration during the planning process. Without having to budget for a headstone, burial plot, transport to the cemetery and other associated costs, cremations tend to cost significantly less than traditional burials.

Eco-Friendly Funerals

Nowadays many people are becoming much more conscious of the effect they have on the environment and actively look for ways in which they can minimise their impact on the planet. As a result of this, eco-friendly funerals are steadily growing in popularity. The concern about potential pollutants being introduced to the environment during the cremation process means that they tend to be avoided by those who choose to have an eco-friendly funeral. Biodegradable coffins and simple burial shrouds are popular alternatives which can increase the environmentally-friendly aspect of your funeral. Woodland burial sites and meadows are often chosen as the location for eco-friendly funerals.

When arranging a funeral it is important that you choose a funeral type that is true to the wishes of the deceased. Head & Wheble funeral directors in Poole are available to assist you throughout the entire funeral arranging process. Their team of friendly and fully trained funeral directors can provide you with the support and guidance necessary in order to ensure you or your loved one receives the perfect send-off.

Cremations Poole

Poole Crematorium, located on Gravel Hill in Broadstone, is available to host the funeral service of your loved one however the actual cremation will take place at Bournemouth Crematorium. The chapel within the crematorium provides a peaceful and respectful atmosphere. It has a maximum capacity of 120 with seating for 80 people. Within the chapel there are two large televisions which can be used to display photo and audio tributes throughout the ceremony. It is also possible to arrange a funeral livestream, enabling those who cannot attend in person the opportunity to view the ceremony via their smartphone, tablet or personal computer. After the service is completed mourners can gather in the Wreath Court to talk and view the floral tributes. If you or your loved one wishes to have their funeral service at Poole Crematorium, Head & Wheble can ensure that the necessary arrangements are made.

Poole Funeral Florists

Floral tributes are one of the most recognised funeral traditions and they are a popular option for those wishing to pay their respects. When planning a funeral in Poole it is vital that you find a reliable florist that can supply flowers of the highest quality. Head & Wheble have many years of experience working with florists throughout Poole and can recommend Penn Hill Flower Company and Edwards Flowers as leading local florists with the expertise to provide premium bespoke floral tributes for your funeral ceremony.

Penn Hill Flower Company
3 Bank Chambers
Penn Hill Avenue
Poole
BH14 9NB
Tel: 01202 740580

Edwards Flowers
83 Commercial Road
Parkstone
Poole
BH14 0JD
Tel: 01202 746088