Funerals might be changing but when it comes to the death of someone close, one thing remains constant: the need for closure. This is something we’re trying to help bereaved people with as more families choose an unattended funeral, which some describe as a direct cremation or a pure cremation,…
For many, Christmas is the “most wonderful time of the year”, but for those coming to terms with grief, the Festive Season can be extremely challenging. That’s because colourful, brightly lit trees and cheerful music can make the absence of a loved one feel even more painful. It was with…
Supporting families at their most difficult time can be emotionally challenging. When someone is distressed it’s very hard not to share their pain. Because while we’re trained professionals, we’re also human. H. Porter & Sons is always on the lookout for ways to better support staff in their challenging yet…
For nearly 10 years, H. Porter & Son’s John Porter Community Fund has been providing financial help to local good causes. Groups and projects supported include schools, conservation schemes and churches – all of which make our local community a brilliant place to live and work. To commemorate a decade…
We’re incredibly pleased to announce that we’ve made a little bit of history in the world of funeral sustainability. H. Porter & Sons has become the first funeral director in the UK to achieve the Greener Globe Funeral Awards Platinum certificate. The certification is in recognition of our efforts to…
A mental health support group, an initiative to raise awareness about the global impacts of climate change and a conservation trip to South America are three of the excellent causes we’ve been pleased to support through the John Porter Community Fund recently. If your organisation is looking for financial assistance…
A major project to upgrade and expand our mortuary facilities has been formally opened by the President of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) John Adams in a special ceremony attended by local members of the funeral profession. The work, which was commissioned last April, also includes the creation…
With cases of suicide sadly on the rise, it’s vital that professionals who support affected families are equipped with the best skills and knowledge. To help do our bit locally, H. Porter & Sons is hosting a special one-day training course in partnership with Suicide Bereavement UK on Tuesday, March…
An environmental charity, a sports group and local scouts are the latest organisations to receive support from the John Porter Community Fund. The Wild Earth Movement, which inspires community engagement and involvement in local sustainability activities such as litterpicks, plastic free events and swap shops, has been granted £300. Children’s…
A little over 12 months ago, the Competition and Markets Authority ruled that all funeral directors in the UK would have to display certain information about pricing in their premises and on websites. At H. Porter & Sons we are proud to comply with these requirements, which include the publication…
