Coles Funeral Directors – with you every step of the way. We guarantee that you will not have a higher or more personal level of service anywhere.
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We provide compassionate, dedicated and reliable funeral services, supporting families in Cardiff and across South Wales with care and respect in their most difficult moments. We appreciate that when someone passes away it can come as a great shock, and as your funeral director we are here to help and advise in any way we possibly can. As dedicated professionals, we will ensure that when you suffer a bereavement, everything your family & friends thought about a loved one is expressed on the funeral day. With our high level of personal service, we can take away as much undue stress at such a difficult time whilst always priding ourselves in our careful approach.
31/10/2025
October closes with a night full of tradition 🎃
Halloween was once rooted in remembrance as All Hallows' Eve. It has become a time for families and children to enjoy costumes, pumpkins and games together.
For us, it is a very real reminder of how quickly time passes, with each Halloween becoming part of the memories we make and the stories we share.
However you're celebrating, let's look out for the whole community. For some, especially older or more vulnerable neighbours, the evening can feel unsettling. A smile at the door, being mindful of noise, or a gentle check-in can make all the difference.
Wishing you a safe and happy Halloween 🐈⬛
29/10/2025
Every farewell is made up of many small but important details.
We recently visited Allwoods Florist - 162 Whitchurch Road, CF14 3NA, a local business known for their thoughtful and elegant arrangements. Their creativity helps families bring personal touches to services, reflecting the lives and stories of those they loved.
It's a privilege to work alongside such caring people, like Pepi and we look forward to building more local connections 💐
Here’s where to find us if you ever need support:
📍1 Old Church Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 1AA
☎️ 02921 684 439
28/10/2025
Each year, City Hospice welcomes families to gather at Llandaff Cathedral for the Light up a Life Service.
Next month's service is a moving evening of music and reflection. The whole community will remember and celebrate as the names of loved ones are read aloud and lights are dedicated in their honour.
🗓️ Thursday 27th November
📍 Llandaff Cathedral, CF5 2LA
⏰ Arrivals 7:00PM | Service 7:30-8:30 PM
The event is free to attend but due to popularity registration is required 👇
Don't forget, you still have time to dedicate a shining star in the City Hospice's virtual sky to celebrate the memory of someone special. Your tribute helps fund free services for people living with life-limiting conditions and their families in Cardiff.
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27/10/2025
In just under a month, we'll be supporting Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice through their 'Every Precious Life' campaign as an Appeal Champion. We'll be helping raise vital funds for babies, children and families facing the most difficult times.
From 10am on Sunday 23rd November to 10pm on Tuesday 25th November, every donation will be doubled, helping Tŷ Hafan continue to provide specialist care and comfort for families across Wales.
We know how deeply this cause affects our community and how much of a difference an appeal like this can make.
🗓️ 23-25 Nov
If you can, please get involved and mark the date in your diary for when your donation can make the biggest impact. Together, let's help Tŷ Hafan reach their ambitious £400,000 target 💛
23/10/2025
Following a recent service, we were reminded of the many practices that bring depth and meaning to funerals.
Did you know that incense is often used during a Catholic funeral?
The rising smoke is a powerful symbol of prayers lifted to heaven.
Catholic funerals are rich in meaning; usually including a Funeral Mass, bringing together scripture, music and ritual to honour the whole life of a loved one.
We support families of all faiths and beliefs, ensuring each service reflects what matters most.
Next month our friends at City Hospice invite you to join them for an evening filled with festive spirit followed by a magical journey through Christmas at Bute Park Light Trail.
It's a chance for the whole family to come together before the chaos of the season, enjoy carols and readings and celebrate while supporting the vital services they provide for families across Cardiff.
🗓️ Sunday 23rd November 2025
📍 Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, CF10 3ER
⏰ Doors open 4:30PM | concert 5:30 PM | Light Trail 7:15PM
🎟️ £20 adults | £15 under 18s
Tickets will go fast so get yours today - we look forward to seeing you there 👇
Today marks the beginning of Diwali, the Festival of Lights.
Over five days, families gather to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair.
Traditions include lighting lamps, sharing sweets, prayers, fireworks and spending time with loved ones. It's a joyful celebration that brings together the whole community.
To our friends and neighbours, we wish you a very happy Diwali 🪔
17/10/2025
Earlier this week, we were honoured to support the Requiem Mass for Brother Brian Butler IC at St Joseph's Catholic Church.
It was a beautiful service, rich in faith and tradition - a true reflection of the respect, honour and community that come together at Catholic funerals.
Seeing these traditions observed with such care was a reminder of how every element, from the readings to the music, plays a part in celebrating a life in its entirety.
We're grateful to have played a small part in helping Brother Brian's family and community come together in remembrance 💛
15/10/2025
Gentle note: This post mentions themes of baby loss.
You may have seen our funeral homes lit in pink and blue and wondered why?
This week we remember all the babies gone too soon and think of the families who grieve them.
We are holding in our thoughts every parent, sibling, grandparent and friend whose lives have been changed by pregnancy and baby loss 🩷💙
10/10/2025
Grief touches every part of is; the mind, body and spirit.
Our concentration, our energy and our sleep can all be impacted as we deal with bereavement - ultimately taking its toll on our mental health.
Caring for your whole-self is an important part of the grief journey.
For some that will be talking therapies, for others it could be meditation or mindfulness.
If you're unsure where to start the The Good Grief Trust have plenty of helpful resources👇
Each year, at our Birchgrove funeral home, we display with care and respect the names of babies who are no longer with us - a quiet tribute for their families who hold them close in their hearts 💛
07/10/2025
Light up a Life 2025 is open 💫
Running from the 1 October right through to the end of December the City Hospice appeal offers families across Cardiff a chance to share the memory of a loved one.
You can take part by:
⭐ Leaving a dedication on their virtual Star in the Sky
⭐ Buying one of their 2025 baubles
⭐ Joining City Hospice at one of their seasonal events
⭐ Becoming a regular donor
However you choose to get involved, you'll be helping bring light and comfort to those who need it most - supporting whole families at a difficult time.
You can find out more, or make a dedication here 👇
City Hospice’s annual Light up a Life appeal runs from 1st October to 31st December. Giving everyone in our community a chance to shine a light for families who need care and comfort this Christmas.
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Independent, award-winning, family-run Funeral Directors caring for families in Cardiff
Dealing with a death can be overwhelming. We're here for you, any time day or night; taking care of every detail, so you can concentrate on what really matters to you.
Simply get in touch and we’ll arrange to take your loved one into our care from, home, hospital or nursing care, then guide you through the next steps.
With people from all walks of life, cultures and religions proud to call Cardiff home, Coles Funeral Directors is dedicated to serving this diverse community and delivering bespoke services to ensure each and every need is taken care of by our team in our specialist facilities. No matter how specific your requests, we’ll do our very best to accommodate them.
We will tailor your loved one’s funeral to your exact requirements and budget, offering the full spectrum of transparently priced options. From direct transfers to entirely bespoke services - we can help you personalise the funeral so it is the perfect reflection of the life of your loved one. For an accurate quote from our friendly staff, call us now on: Rumney - 029 2079 7516 or Heathwood - 029 2209 3388.
And from as little as £1713 we can help you plan your funeral and put your affairs in order - so that when the time comes, your family will have complete peace of mind that you’ll have the funeral that you want and that payment has been taken care of.
If you’re still undecided as to whether we’re the right funeral home to take care of your funeral - Coles Funeral Directors is the only funeral business in Wales to have been accredited by the prestigious Good Funeral Guide: read the review here >
