Personal Touch Funerals

Caskets provide a beautiful and dignified way to honour the life of a loved one and are becoming an increasingly popular choice for families seeking a more contemporary style of farewell. Unlike the traditional English coffin, which has a tapered shape that is wider at the shoulders and narrower at the head and feet, caskets have a rectangular design with straight sides and are often associated with American funerals. They are available in a wide range of styles and can be manufactured from either fine hardwoods, such as oak, mahogany, walnut and cherry, or high-quality metal finishes including bronze, copper and steel.
American-style caskets are frequently chosen for repatriation, allowing families to hold a funeral service in the UK before their loved one is respectfully returned to their native country in the same casket for a second service or final burial. This provides both continuity and a beautiful lasting tribute for families living across different countries.

Families should, however, be aware that not all UK cemeteries permit American-style caskets due to their larger dimensions and burial plot restrictions. It is therefore important to check with the cemetery before making a final decision, as oversized caskets may incur additional cemetery charges where permitted.

English-style caskets offer an excellent alternative, combining the elegance of a traditional coffin with a more contemporary appearance. They are accepted by the vast majority of UK cemeteries and can be beautifully customised in a wide selection of woods, colours, finishes, and bespoke designs, allowing families to create a truly personal and meaningful tribute that reflects the life, personality, and individuality of their loved one.

Call us on (0)207 326 0860 or (0) +44 7973 179215 to discuss your preferences.

What Our Clients Say

Thank you so much Personal Touch for what you done for the family in handling dad’s funeral. We found you very professional and friendly and would recommend you to everyone. For me you made the whole progress stressless, as we first came to you for mum’s funeral in 2021 to now dealing with dad’s funeral. The things we didn’t remember you pick it up so that day went smoothly for us. From the to start to finish the service was excellent thank you so so much

Shirley Ashley

I cannot say thank you enough to Pauline and the team at The Personal Touch in London for the outstanding service provided at such short notice during a very sad time for us. The flowers provided I could not get anyway else and Pauline was very efficient all requirements met straight away with fast delivery arranged in time. The pricing was extremely reasonable also. Amazing quality. Thank you again

Lisa Mole

I would like to thank Pauline and her team for their hard work in making my 70th birthday a very special day. The hall was decorated so beautifully, everything was just so perfect. I had many comments that the food, music and photos was so good they ask me to have another party and to make sure Pauline and her team do all the organising. Thank you again Pauline for your professional touch.

Lorraine T
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