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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.

28/07/2022

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…

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…

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…

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…

Articles - 12/07/2022

Taking a closer look at UK bereavement policies - do they go far enough?

Articles - 23/06/2022

Training the Team

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…

Articles - 20/06/2022

What Is The Difference Between A Funeral Plan And Life Insurance?

It’s important to know what the difference is between a funeral plan and life insurance, as this will help you to make the best choice for your funeral…

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Articles - 08/06/2022

How To Add Personal Touches To Make A Funeral Unique

There are lots of ways to add personal touches to make a funeral unique so that it is a true reflection of the life of the person who…

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Articles - 06/06/2022

How to Plan a Funeral

Many people will only plan a funeral once or twice in their lifetime, so planning a successful funeral will require help, advice, and support at a difficult time…

Articles - 18/11/2021

Top Tips for Creating a Christmas Memorial Wreath

The UK’s oldest funeral director CPJ Field has partnered with Zara Dalrymple, owner of Zara Flora in East Grinstead, to share how to create your own unique Christmas…

18/03/2021

Sarah Leadbetter; Community Champion

My name is Sarah Leadbetter and I have recently joined CPJ Field working with the Ballard & Shortall team in Horsham. As part of my role I am…

News - 25/01/2021

How the role of a Funeral Director has changed throughout the Coronavirus Pandemic

Jackie Buckingham, one of our funeral directors based at our Deric Scott in Bournemouth has worked with us for over 20 years. Here we talk to Jackie about…