Funerals Poole
There are many decisions to be made throughout the process of arranging a funeral in Poole, however the first choice you must make is what type of funeral it is going to be. When you think of a funeral it’s likely you imagine a religious ceremony in a church followed by a cemetery burial however these days you have much more choice in terms of funeral types.
A burial is a traditional and deeply meaningful way to lay a loved one to rest, placing them gently in a coffin or casket within a grave. Across the UK, there are over 14,000 cemeteries, as well as a growing selection of peaceful woodland burial grounds, offering a quiet space for reflection.
Burials are usually preceded by a service where family and friends gather to honour, remember, and celebrate the life of their loved one. This time often includes shared memories, personal tributes, poetry, music, or prayers and hymns for religious services.
Following the ceremony, those attending gather at the chosen cemetery or natural burial site for the final committal. To mark their final resting place, families often choose a personalised headstone where they can return to visit and reflect. In a woodland burial, a dedicated tree, native shrub, or subtle marker is often chosen to blend harmoniously with nature while creating a lasting tribute.
Over the past several decades, cremation has become the choice for many families across the UK, chosen for its flexibility and gentle nature.
During a cremation, your loved one is reduced with care to ashes, which are then placed in a chosen urn and returned to the family. Having the ashes allows you the time and freedom to decide how best to honour your loved one, whether that means keeping them close at home, scattering them in a place that held special meaning, or creating a unique memorial.
The service itself is very similar to a burial service in spirit and content, offering a shared space for music, readings, and remembrances. The main difference is that the gathering concludes at the venue rather than moving on to a graveside. Cremation can also offer a more manageable option financially, as it removes the need for plot purchases, headstones, and additional transport, allowing families to focus on creating a personalised farewell.
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Direct Burial & Direct Cremation
Direct burials and direct cremations offer a gentle, unattended alternative for families who prefer a simple, quiet send-off without a formal gathering or chapel service.
Even without a public ceremony, your loved one is cared for with complete dignity, compassion, and respect by our team throughout the entire process. Once the direct burial or cremation takes place, families often choose to hold their own private memorial, scattering, or celebration of life at a time and place that feels right for them.
Because these options remove many of the formal arrangements associated with a traditional service, direct burials and direct cremations provide a thoughtful and low-cost choice for those seeking an understated farewell.
The Head & Wheble Guarantee
For over 10 years, we’ve been proud to provide gentle, straightforward direct cremations for our community in Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch.
True local care: Your loved one stays safely at our funeral home from the moment we bring them into our care until the cremation. They are never moved to a distant facility or central hub.
Dignity first: We always use a traditional hearse for their final journey.
Family focused: You and your family always come first, just as you have for the last 100 years.
Backed by a century of local trust, our promise to you is simple:
Eco-Friendly Funerals
Many people today care deeply about protecting the natural world and wish to reflect those values in their final journey. Eco-friendly funerals offer a gentle, sustainable way to say goodbye, focusing on choices that honour your loved one while caring for the environment.
To minimise environmental impact and avoid potential pollutants, families choosing a green farewell often opt for natural burials over traditional cremation. Coffins crafted from sustainable, biodegradable materials, such as willow, bamboo, or simple shroud wraps, allow a natural return to the earth. Tranquil woodland burial sites and wildflower meadows are popular choices for these services, providing a peaceful, natural environment where memories can grow.
At Head & Wheble Funeral Directors in Poole, our compassionate team is here to support you through every decision. We offer warm guidance and gentle care to help you craft a meaningful, personal funeral tribute that feels completely right for you and your family.
Funeral Sites in Poole
poole cemetery
Address:
113 Old Farm Road, Poole,
BH15 3LN
parkstone cemetery
Address:
Elgin Road, Parkstone, Poole,
BH14 8RD
branksome cemetery
Address:
21 Highview Gardens, Poole,
BH12 3HH
broadstone cemetery
Address:
83 Dunyeats Road, Broadstone,
Poole, BH18 8AF
At Head & Wheble Funeral Directors, our compassionate team is here to manage all necessary arrangements with your chosen cemetery, ensuring every detail is seamlessly taken care of for you.
If your loved one wanted a green, natural farewell, Poole also offers peaceful woodland options. Harbour View Woodland Burial Ground provides a tranquil setting set amid gentle countryside, offering a calm and beautiful place to remember someone special.
Cremations Poole
Situated on Gravel Hill in Broadstone, Poole Crematorium offers a peaceful and respectful chapel setting to gather and celebrate the life of your loved one. The chapel comfortably accommodates up to 120 guests, with seating available for 80 people.
To help create a deeply personal service, the chapel is equipped with two large screens to share photo and audio tributes. For family and friends who are unable to attend in person, a secure livestream service can be arranged so they can watch and feel part of the ceremony from home. Following the service, guests are invited to gather in the quiet surrounding the Wreath Court to view the floral tributes and spend time together.
Please note: While Poole Crematorium provides a lovely chapel environment for the funeral service itself, the cremation takes place at nearby Bournemouth Crematorium.
At Head & Wheble, our team will gently guide you through every detail and manage all the necessary arrangements with the crematorium to ensure a smooth, meaningful farewell.
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Head & Wheble Funeral Directors has been involved in planning funerals within the local community since 1926 and, spanning four generations of the same family, has unrivalled experience and knowledge when it comes to providing funerals in Poole. Adhering to the NAFD Code of Practice, their team of qualified funeral directors is dedicated to providing a friendly and personal service that fully meets all of your needs during a very difficult time. If you would like to pre-plan your funeral or arrange a funeral in Poole for a loved one, please contact Head & Wheble Funeral Directors today.
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