Thoughtfully Tailored — From Simple Farewells to Traditional Funerals
Every life is unique. At Lodge Brothers, we believe every farewell should be too. We offer a range of funeral service options to reflect personal wishes, cultural values and individual traditions. Whether you prefer a full service, a quiet gathering, or a simple unattended farewell, we will guide you gently through each choice — one step at a time.
Below is an overview of the types of funerals available. Our arrangers will explain every option clearly and allow you time to decide what feels right for your family.
Cremation Services
Cremation offers flexibility and choice. It may include a full service at a crematorium, church, chapel or alternative venue. You can include hymns, personal music, readings, photographs and tributes — religious or non-religious.
We can help you with:
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Selecting an officiant or celebrant
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Choosing music, readings or eulogies
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Deciding how the service will conclude
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Guidance on caring for the ashes — scattering, burial, or keeping them in a meaningful place
Additional Options
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Fleet: Hearses and limousines are provided in-house. Specialist vehicles can be arranged on request.
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Floral Tributes: From traditional arrangements to bespoke displays, created by our in-house florists.
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Personal Clothing: If you wish to dress your loved one in specific clothing, we will honour your request respectfully.
Burial Services
Burials provide a traditional, timeless way to say goodbye. Services can take place at a church, chapel, graveside or chosen venue — religious or secular, formal or informal.
We can help organise burials in:
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Local cemeteries
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Churchyards
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Natural burial grounds
Our team will explain each choice and help manage all local authority and cemetery requirements.
Additional Options
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Fleet: Traditional or specialist vehicles, including horse-drawn hearses if requested.
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Floral Tributes: Personalised arrangements to reflect any preference, colour theme or meaningful flower.
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Personal Clothing: We ensure your loved one is dressed with dignity, according to your wishes.
Green & Natural Funerals
For families who wish to make an environmentally conscious choice, we offer green and natural burial options. These take place in natural settings and often avoid embalming and non-biodegradable materials.
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Biodegradable coffins (such as wicker, bamboo or cardboard)
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Natural burial grounds
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Guidance on eco-friendly floral tributes
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Support with personal clothing choices made from natural or sustainable fabrics
A natural funeral can be religious or non-religious and may include readings, music or personal reflections chosen by the family.
Unattended Cremations (Direct Cremation)
An unattended cremation takes place without a formal service. It is a dignified and private option for those who prefer simplicity, or who wish to arrange a memorial separately at a later date.
The cremation is carried out with complete respect, and ashes are returned to you in a simple container. You can then choose how to say goodbye — in your own time, your own way.
To learn more about this option, visit our Direct Cremations page or speak to your local branch.
Your Wishes, Our Care
At Lodge Brothers, we listen carefully to your wishes and provide clear guidance throughout. Whether you choose a simple farewell or a traditional ceremony, every detail is handled with dignity, respect and professional care.
We listen. We guide. We take care.
That is the Lodge Family Difference.
Contact Us
24 Hours a Day Call: 020 8818 7725
Or contact us online for advice, assistance or a quotation. When you need someone to guide you — we listen, we help, we take care.