Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors

03/10/2025

Grand Opening – Pinks Funeral Directors, Caterham

On 1st August, we proudly celebrated the grand opening of our new Pinks Funeral Directors branch in Caterham. While the location is new, Pinks has a long-standing legacy of compassionate care, and we’re thrilled to extend that tradition into the Caterham community.

The event was a fantastic success, thanks to the dedication of Karen, our Area Development Manager, and the brilliant team at Pinks who worked tirelessly to prepare the branch and welcome guests.

We were honoured to be joined by The Hon. Councillor Mike Crane, Chairman of Tandridge District Council, whose presence added a special touch to the occasion.

A highlight of the day was Caterham Town Crier and valued team member Sonia, who brought tradition and ceremony to life with her official duties—making the celebration truly memorable.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in marking this exciting new chapter for Pinks in Caterham.

02/10/2025

This month we’re exploring the topic of coping with grief. Check in each week for helpful advice and guidance.

Grief is a unique journey for everyone; there's no set timeline.

It can bring overwhelming emotions like anger, guilt, and deep sadness, and even manifest as physical symptoms.

All of these reactions are normal. Don’t be afraid to seek support from loved ones or professionals.

29/09/2025

Don’t miss a beat on World Heart Day.

One in five people will die early from cardiovascular disease (CVD), which claims more lives than cancer and chronic respiratory diseases combined. Yet, up to 80% of heart disease and stroke cases are preventable. That’s why, every 29 September, we celebrate World Heart Day to raise awareness of CVD and the importance of taking care of your heart.

Find out more about World Heart Day and what you can do to join in: https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/about-whd/

26/09/2025

James Brown & Sons Supporting “Saddle Up” Holiday Bible Club

Last month, our Newtownabbey branch had the joy of supporting the “Saddle Up” Holiday Bible Club, made possible through the James Brown & Sons Community Fund.

Led by our fantastic team member Claire, the initiative brought together children and families for a week of western-themed fun, crafts, games, and storytelling—all hosted by the local church. The energy was infectious, and it was clear how much the event meant to everyone involved.

We were proud to play a small part in making the week a success. Claire spent time at the club during the week, joined the family BBQ on Saturday, and attended the Sunday Church service—strengthening the bond between our team and the local community.

A huge thank you to Claire for championing this initiative. It’s moments like these that remind us how powerful community connections can be.

24/09/2025

Walking Through Fire for a Cause

On 9th October, Tony Harms, Funeral Manager at James Hawes & Goodchild Funeral Directors, will be stepping up—literally—for charity. Tony is taking on a Fire Walk to raise vital funds for North London Hospice, an organisation that provides compassionate end-of-life care and support to families across the region.

This bold challenge reflects the same unwavering dedication Tony brings to his role every day. We’re incredibly proud of his courage and commitment, and we’re rallying behind him as he walks through fire for a truly meaningful cause.

Donate today and help make a difference: https://www.justgiving.com/page/anthony-harms13

22/09/2025

We’re proud to congratulate six outstanding colleagues on their achievements:

✨ Diploma in Funeral Directing
Tutored by Ian Reynolds, NAFD Approved Tutor and Operational Support Manager at Funeral Partners:
• Aimee Hughes
• Lisa Parker
• Katie Halford
• Victoria Fallon

📜 Certificate in Funeral Arranging and Administration
• Mollie Dowling
• Jade Cross

Your dedication, compassion, and professionalism are an inspiration to us all. Here's to the next chapter in your journey supporting families and communities with care and dignity. 💐

National Association of Funeral Directors

19/09/2025

GE Hartley & Son Take on Malham Cove – and a Bull – for Charity!

The incredible team from GE Hartley & Son Funeral Directors recently tackled a challenging charity walk through the breath taking Malham Cove in the Yorkshire Dales.

What was meant to be a 13-mile trek turned into a 15-mile adventure—thanks to an unexpected detour caused by a runaway bull! From rock climbing to rugged terrain, the team powered through with laughter, resilience, and plenty of Yorkshire grit.

Together, they raised an amazing £1,385 for the Alzheimer's Society. A huge well done to everyone involved—your determination and good humour turned a wild walk into a wonderful memory.

18/09/2025

A Fond Farewell to a True Country Gentleman

G&M Goold Funeral Directors, were honoured to conduct a heartfelt farewell for a beloved local farm hand whose life was deeply rooted in the land—and in his love for tractors.

The service reflected his passion for the countryside, with thoughtful touches that celebrated his character and the life he lived. It was a privilege to support his family in saying goodbye.

A fitting tribute to a well-respected member of the local farming community.

15/09/2025

September is Vascular Disease Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the importance of prevention and early action.

Vascular disease often develops silently, so maintaining a healthy lifestyle early is key to prevention. Staying active through daily movement, choosing heart-smart foods, quitting smoking, and keeping an eye on your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar can make a profound difference.

This month, let’s commit to small changes that lead to stronger vessels and healthier lives. Share this message, encourage loved ones to get screened, and be part of a movement that prioritises prevention over crisis.

10/09/2025

W. Storey Funeral Service had the honour of working with Cleveland Fire Brigade to pay respect to one of the brigades former colleagues.

The 93 minute procession to the crematorium involved 8 Fire Engines, over 300 serving men and women and a guard of honour in the local fire station.

08/09/2025

Did you know that 1 in 2 strokes and heart attacks are caused by high blood pressure—and 6 million people in the UK don’t even know they have it? That’s why this week matters.

Each September Blood Pressure UK holds Know Your Numbers Week, raising awareness about the silent risks of high blood pressure and encouraging everyone to have their blood pressure tested.

Why it matters:
- High blood pressure often has no symptoms
- It can lead to heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and dementia
- Early detection means better outcomes and healthier lives

Find your nearest free blood pressure check at https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/know-your-numbers/find-your-nearest-free-blood-pressure-check/

Blood Pressure UK

05/09/2025

Murray’s Funeral Directors have launched a community allotment where people who have experienced grief can get together and enjoy the simple pleasures of gardening.

Thyme to Grow – a dedicated plot at the Thorntree Lane Allotments in Swadlincote is open to anyone looking to reconnect with nature, share peaceful moments, and enjoy discovering what can be grown.

Funeral Director Megan Smart who is leading the project said : “Sometimes families that we have looked after can feel lost following the funeral of their loved one, and we thought this might be a nice way to gently introduce something new to their week, where some focus can be placed".

28/07/2025

With The Power of Resilience CIC – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

23/07/2025

Art in its finest form

The Friday Art Class was set up at the Mossley Community Centre in November 2024 by Christina Ellis and has already attracted 12 members, ranging from experienced to beginner.
The artists apply their creative imagination using acrylics but have not yet been able to use the very expensive water colours and oil paints.
Painting has many proven therapeutic benefits, like relaxation and stress reduction, it can enhance memory and concentration, allow the painter to express their emotions, and give a sense of achievement.
Elizabeth Way and Company Funeral Directors in Mossley have been running the Community Assistance Program for the past 18 months and so far, have given a grand total of £5000.00 to local charitable organisations in the Mossley and surrounding area and is now delighted to announce that a whopping £1000.00 has been handed over to Mossley Community Centre Friday Art Class.
The cash will be used to buy art supplies like paper, paints and brushes, including those expensive oil paints, which will add a new challenge to their artistic endeavours.
Accepting the cheque for £1000.00 are artists Glen Hammond, Lesley Bill and centre trustee Chris Frost.
The Friday Art Class will be holding an exhibition of their artwork with a date yet to be set, we will keep you posted when this will be and Elizabeth Way will be displaying copies of some of their work for everyone to enjoy, can’t wait!!

21/07/2025

You can access Grief Chat for free via our MuchLoved page https://buff.ly/LYQFYWZ

Most people expect to be very upset or distressed when someone close to them has died. What takes many people by surprise is how strong the emotions can be, how they can change very quickly, and how long they last. People around you may seem to think you should be ‘back to normal’ after a few weeks or months. You might appear to be your usual self to other people, but you know that on the inside, you’re not even sure what normal is anymore.

Everyone grieves in a way that is unique to them and their relationship with the person who has died. Well-intentioned people may say to you, ‘Time is a great healer.’ Sometimes, however, it can seem that life is more difficult as the weeks and months go by.

We know that no-one can understand exactly what your loss feels like to you. But we do understand that it’s sometimes easier to talk to someone outside of your friends and family about grief and the impact of bereavement of your life. We want to improve your access to bereavement care and this is why we offer GriefChat's instant chat support.

GriefChat was created by bereavement experts and you can chat directly to a specially trained bereavement counsellor. GriefChat professional counsellors are experienced in supporting bereaved people and will listen to your story, explore how your grief is affecting you and help you to find any additional support you might need, including referral into other specialist bereavement services.

You can remain anonymous or provide your name, whichever you prefer. It is a completely free service and is available to you Monday to Friday, 9am-9pm or by email out of these hours.

info@griefchat.co.uk
https://buff.ly/hSAEsSP

21/07/2025

Flora and Fauna and the odd Bumble Bee

04/06/2025

There are only a few more days left to apply for the Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors Community Assistance Program.
Visit the Elizabeth Way & Company website to find the Guidelines and the Application form.

06/05/2025

THE SCARECROW FESTIVAL, MOSSLEY
Here he is! Roger Bannistraw
Roger ran the 4 minute mile May 6th 1954.
Roger passed away in March 3rd 2018 aged 88 years.

01/05/2025

The Elizabeth Way & Company Community Assistance Program, round 2, is now live. So far since the program was launched in 2024, we have given away a staggering £4000.00 to local charities and organisations in the Mossley and surrounding area to:

Mossley Town Team
1st Mossley Scouting Group
Brunswick Dam Conservation Group
Safe Pace Wellbeing Lab
Friends of Mossley Park
The Power of Resilience
Mossley Community Association
Verterans Tribe C.I.C
Georges Kitchen
Tameside and Glossop NHS Charity
Micklehurst Cricket & Social Club

We have a further £2000.00 in the pot to give away in the next 2 rounds, application forms and guidance available online at www.elizabeth-way.co.uk/community-assistance-programme
Please read our guidance to see if your charity or organisation qualifies and submit your application today.

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29/04/2025

Introducing our Direct Cremation Plan - simple and dignified

Take advantage of this limited-time offer until 11th May 2025 to arrange your funeral plan. Choose to pay in full or spread the cost with flexible instalment options* to suit your budget.
Ready to get started? For more details and to purchase your plan, quote 200OFF when you visit us, call us or head to https://www.elizabeth-way.co.uk//choice *T&Cs apply.

This is a financial promotion from Choice Funeral Plans. Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors is a trading name of Funeral Partners Limited (Funeral Partners) which distributes Choice Funeral Plans, which are provided by Alternative Planning Company Limited (APCL). Funeral Partners is an appointed representative of APCL. APCL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with firm reference number 965282. The normal price of an Unattended Cremation Plan is £1,795. If you were to purchase an unattended cremation today, the equivalent price would be £1,995. For more information on equivalent prices, please visit choiceplan.co.uk/about-choice/

24/04/2025

Save £200 on all Choice Funeral Plans this Spring

With a Choice Funeral Plan, you can ensure your personal wishes are documented for the future, and you can pay for Funeral Director Services at today’s prices—which could go up or down in the future.

And here’s the best part: until 11th May 2025, you can save £200 on any of our Choice Funeral Plans! Just quote 200OFF to take advantage of this offer. Visit us, call us, or head to https://www.elizabeth-way.co.uk//choice

This is a financial promotion from Choice Funeral Plans. Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors is a trading name of Funeral Partners Limited (Funeral Partners) which distributes Choice Funeral Plans, which are provided by Alternative Planning Company Limited (APCL). Funeral Partners is an appointed representative of APCL. APCL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with firm reference number 965282. The normal price of an Unattended Cremation Plan is £1,795. If you were to purchase an unattended cremation today, the equivalent price would be £1,995. For more information on equivalent prices, please visit choiceplan.co.uk/about-choice/

14/04/2025

Micklehurst Cricket and Social Club

14/04/2025

“Kippax Corner”
Club House Outside Seating Area Renovation Project

Micklehurst Cricket & Social Club was formed in 1890 by employees of the George Lawton and Sons woollen Manufacturers in Micklehurst, 135 years later with its manicured pitch and breath-taking scenery, the club, now run by community volunteers, has a new and exciting renovation project underway.
The old seating area, adjacent to the club house, was unsafe and in desperate need of attention to make it a more sociable place for club members, visitors and the whole community to enjoy a drink and watch the cricket.
The area has been extended and landscaped to accommodate 6- and 8-seater picnic tables with parasols and wooden planters and now offers full inclusive access to create a safe and welcoming part of the ground for all to enjoy.
Micklehurst Cricket Club survives on the hard work and dedication of its volunteers and the support given by the local community, so when Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors in Mossley were able to offer the club £1000.00 towards their project through the Community Assistance Program, it was smiles all round. The much-needed cash will be put towards finishing the project just in time for summer. Ben McCutcheon, Funeral Director at Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors is shown handing over the £1000.00 cheque to Garry Kippax, Chairman of Micklehurst Cricket Club.

14/04/2025

Introducing our Direct Cremation Plan - simple and dignified

Take advantage of this limited-time offer until 11th May 2025 to arrange your funeral plan. Choose to pay in full or spread the cost with flexible instalment options* to suit your budget.

Ready to get started? For more details and to purchase your plan, quote 200OFF when you visit us, call us or head to https://www.elizabeth-way.co.uk//choice
*T&Cs apply.

This is a financial promotion from Choice Funeral Plans. Elizabeth Way & Company Funeral Directors is a trading name of Funeral Partners Limited (Funeral Partners) which distributes Choice Funeral Plans, which are provided by Alternative Planning Company Limited (APCL). Funeral Partners is an appointed representative of APCL. APCL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with firm reference number 965282. The normal price of an Unattended Cremation Plan is £1,795. If you were to purchase an unattended cremation today, the equivalent price would be £1,995. For more information on equivalent prices, please visit choiceplan.co.uk/about-choice/