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Help with a funeral.

We help with all types of funerals, supporting people of all religions, and none. We enable what’s possible, advise on what’s appropriate and work to deliver whatever is wanted, placing the individual at the heart of the ceremony, and the ceremony at the heart of the funeral.

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Find out more about the support we provide.

If you need help to care for someone who has died, we are here for you 24/7. Call 0117 904 9786 for immediate support.

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“It’s a massive leap of faith. It’s a huge thing to trust somebody you’ve never met with the most precious person you know.”

About us.

A good funeral is both healing and restorative. We help and empower families and friends to create meaningful ceremonies, with appropriate and personal rituals that reflect and honour the life, values and personality of the person who has died, in the ways that matter, and in whatever way they choose.

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Inside The Sanctuary.

Based on the Gloucester Road, in the heart of independent Bristol, The Sanctuary is a haven where we, families and friends look after people who have died. You can use our space to care for a loved one, arrange a vigil, hold a ceremony, or simply talk about what matters. Our doors are open. Find out what’s on and what goes on inside.

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LovingLife.

We believe that how we celebrate and commemorate death can transform how we live life. Read more from Dee and the team about loving life and living well with death.

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What our clients say.

“As well as responding sensitively to our needs and wishes, they offered ideas and creative suggestions which resulted in a beautiful and deeply personal event.”

★★★★★

Paul O’Brien

“I just feel really moved by how important what you do is, and the gentle brilliance with which you do it.”

★★★★★

Samuel Manon

“If I could give Divine Ceremony six stars I would. If you find yourself in the horrible position of having to organise a funeral their service is quite perfect from beginning to end.”

★★★★★

Inge Shepherd

“A funeral that, in its perfect reflection of my wife’s spirit, had a profound effect on everyone who attended.”

★★★★★

Stephen Parkinson

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