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At CPJ Field we are committed to delivering a high quality of services. We also ensure we are regularly up to date with wider industry news and events which would be of interest.

Please find below commentary, wider funeral industry news and campaigns we run to support the recently bereaved.

28/09/2022

What Is A Power Of Attorney And How Do You Set It Up?

We include the definition of both an ordinary and a lasting power of attorney, why you need one and whether you can do it yourself or you need a solicitor. We also consider how long it takes, the costs involved and some helpful sources for more information.

22/09/2022

Direct Cremation or Traditional Funeral

Saying goodbye is highly personal and emotive. With so many choices regarding different funeral types, how do you choose the best for your loved one and your family?

06/09/2022

How To Write A Condolence Message

This guide offers advice on how to write a condolence message and crucially will help you find the right words to say when you wish to express your sympathy to a friend or family member at one of their most difficult times.

24/08/2022

Our Memorial Services

There are many different ways to create a memorial to commemorate someone’s life. We assist families in many different ways, personalising the memorial choice and tailoring it to the family’s wishes. Here are a few ideas of how you can create a memorial in someone’s honour:

11/08/2022

Probate Explained

Every day we meet with families who require help, support, and advice at the time of a loved one’s death and probate and estate administration is commonly a challenging area to deal with.

04/08/2022

Six Things to Consider for a Greener Funeral

A green funeral is an alternative to a traditional funeral and is more environmentally friendly. As people look to be kinder to the planet, this is certainly an option, which is growing in popularity.

28/07/2022

Coffins and Caskets

Coffins and caskets serve the same purpose and that is providing the resting place of the person who has died. However, there are certain differences between the two and when it is time to decide between a casket and a coffin, you will discover that you will have some options.

26/07/2022

How to write a eulogy?

A eulogy is a speech given at a funeral by a close family member or friend usually delivered to show love and admiration for the person who has died.

21/07/2022

Green green grass, blue blue sky

Devotees of the Chris Evans breakfast show on Virgin Radio (like me) will have heard his recent interview with excellent George Ezra during which he told the story of how his latest song came about.

14/07/2022

Glossary of Funeral Terms

Many terms are unique to funerals and our glossary is divided into sections, namely Funeral Arranging, Funeral Service, Burial, Cremation, Financial, Administration and Memorial. Just go to the section and easily find out what is meant by the terminology, words and phrases associated with funerals.

12/07/2022

Do UK bereavement policies go far enough?

23/06/2022

Training the team in all aspects of funeral service

Investing in a thorough training programme to enhance the skills of our colleagues has paid huge dividends in a sector which requires a more profound level of understanding and knowledge than many people would expect.