In conversation with John Plumb, founder of Ecological Coffins
What started as a favour for a friend has evolved into a local business with real purpose.
Interview
In conversation with Tony Rowland of Rowland Brothers Funeral Directors
An amazing story spanning 150 years, 2 world wars a global pandemic, and includes an MBE for good measure.
In conversation with Claire Lyons, sustainability specialist working in the wellbeing and funeral sectors
Life Ledger’s series of interviews continues Claire Lyons a writer, facilitator and sustainability specialist working in the wellbeing, grief and funeral sectors. LL: Tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to find yourself in the death/bereavement sector? CL: As a military wife, I have quite an eclectic background, from moving …
In conversation with Sophia Campbell founder of Woven Farewell Coffins
Sophia Campbell talks, awards, sustainability, women in the funeral sector and weaving coffins with a newborn on her back, twice!
In conversation with Kate Edwards President of the NAFD
Life Ledger’s series of conversations with people that are shaping today’s bereavement sector, continues with Kate Edwards, President of the National Association of Funeral Directors. LL: Tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to find yourself in the bereavement sector? KE: I joined the Funeral Standards Council (FSC), a funeral …
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In conversation with Colette Scarbrough-Jelfs, Head of Operations and Partnerships at WAY Widowed and Young
Life Ledger’s series of conversations with the people and organisations that are shaping today’s bereavement sector, continues with Colette Scarbrough-Jelfs, Head of Operations and Partnerships at Widowed and Young, WAY just ahead of their 25th anniversary. LL: Tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to find yourself in the …
In conversation with Fearghas Quinn, founder and MD of Quinn Hearse and Limousine
It started in the late 70’s when the family took over the local funeral business. Fast forward a few decades and they have built the UK’s first 4 x 4 hearse and export their vehicles as far as the Caribbean.
In conversation with Marian Sinclair of Motorcycle Funerals Ltd.
If sailors get buried at sea and soldiers get a gun salute what is there for someone who has been a biker all their lives?
In conversation with Kate Tym and Kate Dyer founders of the Coffin Club
They are on a mission to get the whole nation talking about death, dying and planning for their perfect funeral.
In conversation with Felicity Warner, Soul Midwife
Writer of two ground breaking books and founder of the International Soul Midwifery movement, Felicity Warner shares her story.
