Behind the scenes of a funeral home

That we will all die is an unavoidable fact. Yet what happens to the body after death is still one of the most popular search terms.

Part of Life went behind the scenes of a Family Tree Funerals, in Stroud to discover more about the after death process. From diverse funeral options to preparing the body, the role of children and the importance of ceremony, these two films sensitively explore what happens to a body after death and the importance of making plans whilst we’re still alive.

Catherine Millar & Jane Diamond - Family Tree Funerals

Part 1: Funerals - why it’s important to plan ahead

Direct cremation, children at funerals, coffins and ceremony; Part of Life sat down for an honest conversation about funeral planning and the importance of talking about death before it's too late.

Part 2: After death care - what happens to the body after death

Destigmatising funeral care, explaining the way in which the body alters after death, and what options are open to families to prepare their person’s body, are all discussed in this sensitive, but honest interview.

If you would like further information about planning a funeral or the dying or after death process please visit our Resource Library.