Understanding Direct Cremation and if it’s the right choice for you, and your loved one.
26 September 2024
How we say our final goodbyes is evolving. Today, there are more options available than ever before, reflecting the diverse needs and beliefs of our communities. We want to create personalised and meaningful farewells, that respect the wishes and the values of our loved ones. But we’re still not good at having conversations about our […]
What is a Natural Burial?
16 September 2024
In the summer, with longer days, and balmy evenings, we tend to gravitate toward greener spaces – enjoying picnics with friends and family, or feeling the sea and sand between our toes. Taking advantage of the weather, with day trips or holidays we appreciate the restorative power of nature – being outdoors – but we’re […]
What is collective grief?
16 July 2024
Take a deep breath. We know it’s been an overwhelming few weeks and months even, with much of the media covering the tragic and untimely deaths of several celebrities, most recently of Dr. Michael Mosley. Shortly before that news, rugby fans and the MND community were left saddened at the passing of Leeds Rhino and […]
Are Funeral Plans Worth It? A Clear Guide for Your Peace of Mind
14 June 2024
Imagine this… A time of immense grief for your loved ones and in the midst of such raw emotions, they’re faced with the practicalities of planning a funeral. While emotions naturally take precedence, financial concerns can often add another layer of stress during this sensitive time. Funeral plans offer a solution for those who have […]
The Coles Hub is Officially Open in Rhiwbina , Cardiff
17 May 2019
A special thanks to our award-winning neighbours, Organicafe, for the delicious cake and to all the local councillors who stopped by to support this new venture (before heading to present Dame Shirley Bassey with her Freedom Honour!) We took the opportunity to ask everyone who joined us how they could see themselves, and their families, friends and […]
Coles Funeral Directors to launch dedicated Bereavement Hub in the heart of Cardiff during Dying Matters Awareness Week
2 May 2019
Later this month the Coles Funeral Directors team is taking on the challenging task of getting the people of Cardiff talking about death as part of the ‘Are We Ready?’ Dying Matters campaign. On Friday 17th May 2019 (9:30-12:30), Coles Funeral Directors is holding a Community Coffee Morning to mark the opening of a new Bereavement Hub at […]
Are you ready? We are. Because Dying Matters.
30 April 2019
Over the last few weeks we’ve been talking about the ‘D-word’ and how to bring it up in conversation. Today I wanted to signpost some more useful resources and invite you to talk to us about what happens when you die. Even if your family or friends aren’t quite ready to talk about death – […]
How to bring up the dirty ‘D-Word’ in conversation
18 April 2019
If you read Gareth’s blog last week, you’ll have probably sensed his frustration that people (even those close to our family of funeral directors!) find it so difficult to discuss end of life, death care, and funeral preferences with their loved ones. We find it difficult – because it is difficult. But it’s not impossible. […]
Why do we find it so difficult to talk about death… and money?
9 April 2019
Have you seen the TV ad about our nation’s inability to talk about the ‘M-word’? Partnering with Relate, Lloyds Bank is currently leading the way in de-stigmatising conversations about money, and encouraging everyone to find the words to push through the awkwardness and have ‘difficult’ conversations with loved ones. The ‘D-word’ (dying) is just as […]
New beginnings and New Services…
21 March 2019
Yesterday, it was the Spring Equinox – and in just over a week we’ll be enjoying longer days and shorter nights as the clocks go back (even if that does mean losing an hour of sleep on Mothers’ Day of all days!). Traditionally the time of ‘new beginnings’, our wildlife is at its liveliest in […]
A solution to the most common issues faced by grieving families
29 January 2019
Written by Director, Gareth Coles: My blogs so far this month have been about the financial reasons for taking out a funeral plan – and the key reason most people haven’t done so yet: “they just haven’t got round to it!” But today, I’d like to share some insights that demonstrate why getting organised and […]
Looking for an unusual Valentine’s Gift?
24 January 2019
Written by Director of Communications, Francesca Coles: Tomorrow, 25thJanuary, is St Dwynwen’s Day and in just a couple of weeks it will be St Valentine’s Day. For widows and widowers, or those grieving their partner in life, these days can be a painful reminder of your loss – which is why each year around this […]