Funeral Flowers
At H J Newington Funeral Directors, Portslade, we take pride in offering beautifully crafted floral tributes in collaboration with our trusted local florist. This partnership ensures that every arrangement we provide is fresh, thoughtful, and tailored to honour your loved one.
Bespoke Floral Tributes
Our floral tributes are freshly arranged on the day of the funeral and placed carefully on the hearse alongside your loved one. Each piece is bespoke, designed by a small, dedicated team of experienced florists who are passionate about creating stunning floral displays. Their friendly service, attention to detail, and genuine love for their craft make each arrangement truly exceptional.
To ease your burden during this challenging time, we offer a straightforward process for arranging and paying for floral tributes through us directly.
FAQs on Funeral Flowers
Why are flowers traditionally used at funerals?
Funeral flowers have been a common tradition since the Victorian period. Before this, mourners would carry fragrant rosemary sprigs, symbolising remembrance. This tradition is famously referenced by Shakespeare in Hamlet, where Ophelia says, “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance; pray, love, remember.”
Do I have to include flowers at a funeral?
Using flowers at a funeral is entirely a personal choice. Some families prefer donations in lieu of flowers, which can also serve as a meaningful tribute in memory of a loved one.
What happens to the floral tributes after the funeral?
- Cremation: Floral tributes are usually displayed at the crematorium for about three working days before they are removed.
- Burial: Flowers are placed on the grave and remain there until you decide to remove or replace them.
Where requested, our funeral staff will collect tribute cards and return them to you before you leave the venue.
Where should the floral tributes be delivered?
You have several options regarding floral tribute delivery:
- To Our Office: We recommend delivering the main family tributes to the branch managing the funeral. Our team prepares a suitable space to ensure the flowers are ready on the day of the funeral. Sending the flowers to us ensures your loved one is never transported in an empty hearse.
- To Your Home: If you prefer, floral tributes can be sent to your home, and our team will collect and arrange them on the funeral vehicles upon arrival.
Do you provide contact details for local florists?
Yes, we can provide contact information for reliable local florists. For assistance, please contact the branch handling your loved one’s arrangements.
How to order Floral Tributes through us
To arrange floral tributes through H J Newington Funeral Directors, simply call us on 01273 030717. Our caring team will guide you through the process and ensure all your preferences are met with compassion and professionalism.
Important Note for Florists
If you are a florist, please contact our team before delivering flowers for specific instructions on timing and logistics. Failure to notify us could result in important floral tributes being missed due to transport arrangements.
Disclaimer
If you choose to appoint your own florist, please note that we cannot be held responsible for floral tributes delivered directly to the venue.
By entrusting us with your floral tribute arrangements, you can focus on cherishing the memory of your loved one while we take care of the details.