Respect Green Funeral

Respect Green Burials have been accepted to be a member of the Green Funeral Association helping to bring Greener Funerals into the mainstream.

[pl_alertbox type=”success”]

Here is the Green Funeral Association Membership Criteria and Code of Practice:

The Green Funeral Association expects its members to always aim for the highest level of service possible, both personal and practical. This includes providing clear price information, empowering each bereaved family to arrange a green funeral which meets their individual needs, and allowing them to have as much involvement as they want.

Members also make the following specific pledges:

  1. On Embalming:
    Not to carry out embalming as a routine procedure, but instead to give an accurate and clear explanation of the procedure to the bereaved and only carry out the procedure at the direct request of the bereaved or as a regulatory requirement,
    Not to refer to the procedure as ‘hygienic treatment’, which has the effect of persuading families that embalming is at least desirable, if not essential.
  2. On Literature and Other Information provided to the general public:
    To ensure that they have literature available, and information on their website (if they have one), that gives eco-friendly options for funerals at least equal prominence to traditional options.
  3. On Coffins:
    That a range of environmentally-friendly coffins is made available to all customers.
    That all staff who have routine contact with the public understand what characteristics make a particular coffin environmentally-friendly, e.g. made from recycled materials, constructed from FSC sources of timber, made from renewable sources, shipped “russian-doll style”, locally sourced, and/or has biodegradable fittings.
  4. On Natural Burial:
    That all staff who have routine contact with the public have a good knowledge of, at least, the two closest natural burial grounds and are able to advise (prospective) customers about the regulations in force at those sites concerning: types of coffin accepted; tree planting policy; maintenance regime and long term vision; prices; extent of grave marking / memorialisation allowed; whether ashes can be interred, or scattered at the sites; and whether the sites are members of the ANBG (and hence comply with their standards).
  5. On Flowers:
    That all staff who have routine contact with the public have a good knowledge of environmentally-friendly flower options, especially those that avoid the use of non-recyclable materials and create funeral waste. These options should be given, at least, equal prominence to other flower options.

[/pl_alertbox]

Please follow the link to find out more information regarding the Green Funeral Association

Share:

More Posts

People gathered for heartfelt readings for funerals at Respect woodland green burial ground.

20 Heartfelt Readings For Funerals With Respect

Pay tribute with our selection of 20 popular funeral readings, including full texts of poems, scriptures, and prose. From “Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep” to Psalm 23, find meaningful words for a respectful farewell with guidance from Respect Funeral Services. Explore our curated readings for funerals now.

Short dark haired lady in appropriate funeral attire for women with mourning veil.

What Is Appropriate Funeral Attire?

What is appropriate funeral attire at a Respect funeral service? Choosing the right funeral attire shows respect and honour. At Respect Funeral Services, we guide you through appropriate clothing for direct cremations, direct burials, and woodland green burials. From sombre black for traditional services to earthy tones for natural settings, our concise guide ensures you’re prepared with modest, respectful outfits.

Beautiful pink funeral flower arrangements at Respect

Guidance For Funeral Flower Arrangements

At Respect Funeral Services, we guide you in choosing funeral flower arrangements that honour your loved one. From direct cremations to woodland green burials, our advice ensures a meaningful tribute. Explore flower meanings, eco-friendly options, and practical tips for your service. Let us help you create a respectful, personalised farewell in the beautiful British countryside.

Piano with condolence flowers to play 40 most popular funeral songs.

40 Most Popular Funeral Songs & Funeral Hymns

Explore the 40 most popular funeral songs and funeral hymns chosen by Respect, each with a unique story and emotional resonance. From Frank Sinatra’s defiant My Way (1969), to the timeless redemption of Amazing Grace (1779), this list spans traditional hymns like The Lord’s My Shepherd and modern hits like Ed Sheeran’s Supermarket Flowers (2017). Discover classical pieces like Pachelbel’s Canon in D (1680), uplifting pop anthems like Robbie Williams’ Angels (1997), and joyful farewells like Monty Python’s Always Look on the Bright Side of Life (1979). Each entry includes the song’s ranking, release year, and sentiment, offering insight into why these melodies comfort and celebrate lives lost. Perfect for planning a meaningful service.

Send Us A Message