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Embracing Environmentally Friendly Funerals

Embracing Environmentally Friendly Funerals   In a world where sustainability is increasingly vital, even the most solemn of occasions – funerals – are adopti…
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Navigating the World of Funeral Music

Funeral music serves as a poignant tribute to those who have passed on, offering solace to grieving hearts and creating a space for reflection and remembrance.…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Live Funeral Music

Choosing the right music for a funeral service is a deeply personal decision. It’s a way to pay tribute to the life and personality of your loved one, and it ca…
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What to Put on a Headstone

There is no right time to commission a memorial, the right time to come to us is when you feel able to start the journey. The process can be lengthy due to vari…
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Meet the Team: Front of House

Should you call us or come by to visit our branches, you will more than likely be greeted by one of our front-of-house team. Each of them bring their own talent…
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The Good Funeral Guide 2024

We're proud to share some exciting news with our community. Following being recently nominated for two categories in the ADFG Good Funeral Awards: Funeral Direc…
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Meet the Team: Eleanor, Graphic Design

Eleanor, Graphic Designer, began at Towners six years ago after university. She hadn’t worked in graphic design before, but with enthusiasm found she quickly go…
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The Role of a Funeral Director

Find the day-to-day of a Funeral Director interesting? We are currently expanding our team and looking to hire a new position in this role. Click here to find o…
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Pioneering Sustainability in Funeral Services

We are proud to embody change in an industry that is all about tradition. Nowhere are we needed to bring about this change more than sustainability and the futu…
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Stonemasonry at Towners - A Conversation With Freddie

At Towners, our Stonemasons have played a pivotal role in assisting families to pay their respects and honour their loved ones for many years. We sat down with…
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Navigating The Day of a Funeral

In previous blogs, we have touched on what it's best to do when somebody dies and the process of planning a funeral. In this blog, we aim to share some of the b…
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Knowing When to Ask for Help: Resources and Advice

We address a range of topics in this blog, many of which intersect the complex emotions and events we all experience in life. Grief is a natural emotion, but th…
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The Importance of Making Your Funeral Wishes Known

When it comes to planning for the inevitable, many of us tend to shy away from discussing our funeral, how we want our ceremony to be, and our burial wishes. Th…
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5 Must-Read Books for Children Dealing with Grief

Grief is a natural emotion that we all experience at some point in their lives. For children, dealing with loss can be especially challenging as they may strugg…
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Greener ways? Terramation and Resomation

The funeral industry is not one people might commonly associate with new technologies and advancements; in fact, it’s one many people consider reliant on tradit…
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Anticipatory Grief: Navigating the Path of Emotional Preparation

Grief is not always linear as we see it described, and depending on the circumstances its stages don’t always begin with death. Anticipatory grief is a unique a…
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"I Don't Know What to Say" - Supporting a Loved One Who Has Lost Someone Close to Them

As no two people are the same, everybody reacts differently to the loss of someone they were close to. Grief is one of the most life-changing and complex emotio…
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Writing a Meaningful Eulogy – Six Simple Tips

Writing a eulogy can feel daunting – sometimes as though you can put nothing into words, others as if there is simply too much to know what to write first. The…
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The Evolution of Funeral Traditions and Rituals

Where did funerals begin? Death is as old as life itself, and so then are ways of processing it. As early as 115,000 years ago there is evidence of some forms…
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Celebrating Life: a Guide to Non-Religious Funerals

With over half of people in their twenties in Britain stating they hold 'no religion', organised faith and the aspects of funerals associated with it have quick…
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The Five Best Books for Understanding Grief

Listening to someone who knows exactly how you feel can be a very meaningful and validating thing, and a thing like grief is often very isolating for this reaso…
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Demystifying Myths About Grief

Have you lost a loved one and are finding it hard to cope? Are you experiencing grief but don’t know how to express it? How can you help yourself and others wit…
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How to cut funeral costs considerately

Are you looking for an affordable funeral for your loved one? Would you like to find ways to save money when planning a funeral? Can you plan a respectful and f…
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Get to Know: Headstone Engraving in East Sussex

Are you looking for headstone engraving ideas?  What should be engraved on a headstone? What is the Process of Having a Headstone Engraved? Stonemasons make a…
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The Second Step: Planning a Funeral

Unsure of where or how to start planning a funeral for your loved one? Want to plan your own funeral?   Once you’ve dealt with the initial first steps when so…
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Options for an Eco Friendly Funeral in East Sussex

Would you like to have a more eco friendly funeral? How can you make a funeral greener? Today, we are all aware of the precious environment we live in. That’s…
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Towners Approach to Bespoke Funerals

As a family-run firm of funeral directors in the area of East Sussex, we wholeheartedly recognise that every funeral is bespoke.   In death, as in life, we un…
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What is a Simple Cremation?

Do you want a funeral with no fuss? Are you looking for an affordable cremation? At Towners, we believe in offering bespoke funerals catered to the needs of an…
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Our Guide to a Funeral for a Friend

Are you arranging a funeral for a friend? Have you been asked to speak or read a poem at a friend’s funeral? What are the best funeral songs for a friend? Arra…
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The First Steps: What to Do When Someone Dies

Do you have a loved one who is coming to the end of their life? Are you looking for more information about the next steps after they die? Or has someone close t…
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Unique Ideas for a Funeral Service

Would you like to give your loved one an eco-friendly funeral? Are you looking for unique ideas for a funeral service? What’s a themed funeral service? From a…
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Eco Friendly Coffin Options: From Cardboard Coffins to Bamboo, Willow & Pandan

Are you wanting to understand what environmentally friendly coffin options are available? Have you considered bamboo, willow, or even cardboard coffin possibili…
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Discussing Sustainability & Direct Cremations on the Golden Charter Podcast

Our managing director, Oliver, recently caught up with Golden Charter on their podcast to discuss the funeral industry; including sustainability, mental health,…
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Understanding Funeral Costs to Relieve Stress & Plan Ahead

Are you planning a funeral for a loved one and not sure how to cover all the costs? Or are you preparing for your personal end of life plans and wanting to get…
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From a Woodland Tree Burial to Biodegradable Urns: Why Green Funerals and Cremations are the Future

Are you considering some sustainable options for end-of-life planning? Would you like to understand the ways a funeral can be greener, such as a tree burial? A…
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Our Top Ideas for the Most Beautiful Funeral Music

Are you looking to find some meaningful funeral music for a loved one? Maybe you are struggling to select a complete soundtrack that is both reflective and upli…
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Self-Care Tips for Grief After Losing Someone You Love

Are you hoping to build some resilience and well-being after losing someone you love? Have you been struggling to lift your spirits during the grief process? …
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Sustainable Ideas for Unusual Funeral Flowers

Are you hoping to pull together a beautiful, unusual flower arrangement for a funeral? Have you considered sustainable options to ensure your plans are not only…
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What We Hope to Offer in Our New Blog as Local Funeral Directors

We are launching our blog to offer information and resources as experienced, local funeral directors. From planning a funeral to understanding grief, we hope to…
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The Benefits of Funeral Live Streaming

Are you organising a ceremony and wondering whether to arrange funeral live streaming? Do you know that a live stream funeral has multiple benefits for lower co…
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Unique Ideas for What to Wear to a Funeral

Are you wondering what to wear to a funeral for a loved one? Would you like inspiration for unique ideas of how to honour your friend or family member? When we…
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Cleaning a Headstone

If you've chosen a headstone as a lasting tribute to your loved one, it's essential to know how to keep it clean and well-maintained. With insights from our exp…
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