Coles Funeral Directors

22/12/2025

Christmas wreaths have long been a symbol of eternal life, their unbroken circle representing continuity, hope and the enduring nature of love.

It's why wreaths also hold so much meaning at funerals, reminding us that even in loss, love remains unending.

These simple traditions remind us how closely remembrance and celebration can exist side by side 💛

19/12/2025

Before the big day we wanted to take a moment to thank our colleagues, families, friends and the communities we serve for their continued support throughout 2025.

This time of year can be filled with joy, but it can also be difficult for those who are missing someone special. However you spend the season, please know that support is always here if you need it.

Our funeral homes will be closed on:

🗓️ Christmas Day (25th December)
🗓️ Boxing Day (26th December)
🗓️ New Year's Day (1st January)

But our team remains contactable 24/7 on the following numbers:

🎄 Rumney - 02920 797 516
🎄 Birchgrove - 02922 093 388
🎄 Llandaff - 029 2209 1299
🎄 Whitchurch - 02921 684 439

From all of us at Coles Funeral Directors, we wish you peace, comfort and all the joy this Christmas

18/12/2025

The festive season can be a busy and emotional time for many, especially for those who support others through it.

In the couple of weeks, our team have been spreading a little comfort and joy by delivering Christmas hampers to our local clergy across Cardiff.

We're so grateful for the kindness, guidance and care they offer families all year around and particularly around this time, when many can feel the absence of loved ones more deeply.

Thank you for all you do and for helping bring compassion and comfort to the communities we serve. And if you haven't seen us yet, don't worry, we haven't forgotten anyone 💛

17/12/2025

There's something quite magical about seeing our community come together at Christmas ❄️

Our Birchgrove Funeral Home is now home to a beautiful Christmas Snow Globe display, created by the talented Year 6 pupils of Birchgrove Primary School. Each message and drawing is filled with kindness and imagination – a thoughtful gesture from some of our youngest neighbours.

If you're passing by, pop in to see the display up close and enjoy a little festive spirit.

And if you haven't been inside one of our homes before, we'll be opening our doors in the new year for a coffee morning in aid of the Believe Organ Donor Support Memorial Garden. It will be a free event and everyone is welcome – a chance to meet new people in 2026 and learn more about our charity partners.

Donations to support the garden can be made at our event or via our JustGiving page 👇

https://pulse.ly/e91bda3huo

We know it can be an expensive time of year, but every contribution helps and together, it all makes a difference.

Thank you to the pupils, staff and our generous community for helping share a little comfort and joy this season 🎄

16/12/2025

Finding moments of joy after loss can take time and sometimes it begins with small steps of self-care.

Today, we'd like to share Mari's story. After losing her father at just 17, she turned to food for comfort and lost focus on her own wellbeing.

Now part of our Family Support Team, Mari has seen first-hand how precious life is and it's encouraged her to make some changes. Her journey is a reminder of how grief can affect your wellbeing in ways we don't always expect, especially for those whose job it is to support bereaved families.

With the new year just around the corner, Mari is looking ahead to 2026 with a new perspective and more energy for the things that matter. You can read more about Mari's journey in our latest blog 👇

https://pulse.ly/05rwu2b4dv

Thank you for sharing your experiences, Mari – we know many people will find your words helpful, especially in taking that first step 💛

Comfort And Joy

15/12/2025

After another busy year supporting families across Cardiff, it was lovely for our team to take an evening to unwind and enjoy some festive cheer together

A huge thank you to the team for their compassion, professionalism and care throughout 2025. You've all made such a difference to so many families during their most difficult times.

We'd also like to thank New House Hotel Cardiff for a wonderful evening. It was the perfect setting to relax and share a few laughs 🥂

Here's to a peaceful rest of the festive season for our colleagues, their families and friends 💛

10/12/2025

Last Friday, some of the team attended the Morgan’s Wings - Miscarriage Support Light of Love service. It was a gentle and comforting gathering that brought families and the community together in shared remembrance 🕯️

Morgan's Wings continues to offer support to parents and families facing baby loss, creating spaces like this where people can come together, feel understood and find a moment of peace.

The service was beautifully led, with an incredible choir whose music added so much emotion and compassion to the evening. Well done to everyone involved 💛

09/12/2025

Over the weekend, we attended the 2wish Cymru Service of Remembrance at Llandaff Cathedral which we were honoured to sponsor.

It was such a thoughtful service with beautiful words, candle lighting and a real sense of togetherness.

2wish provide essential support to families after the sudden and unexpected loss of a child or young adult, offering care and guidance when it's needed most. The evening reflected that strength of support and the community around it.

Thank you to everyone at 2wish and to all who helped create such a meaningful event 💛

Many of you will be taking time in December to reflect and remember – we'd love to hear about any events you're planning to attend this season 💬

&Joy

09/12/2025

Such lovely feedback means so much to the whole time. We are proud to support families during the difficult times 💛

08/12/2025

Growth can come from even the hardest of life experiences 🪴

The Believe Organ Donor Support Memorial Garden opened this month in Thornhill, honouring organ donors and their families. The garden is a lasting tribute to those who've given the remarkable gift of life.

Our support for this project continues into the new year and we already have a date for your 2026 diaries:

🗓️ Friday 23rd January

Join us at our Birchgrove Funeral Home from 11:00 AM for our coffee morning fundraiser.

The garden is now open but like any green space, it will need ongoing care and commitment to grow. If you're able, donations can be made at any time through our JustGiving page 👇

https://pulse.ly/5sipq7aqp2

Thank you for helping this garden grow into a place of comfort, remembrance and hope for Cardiff families, for years to come 💛

04/12/2025

Coles are proud to be sponsoring this wonderful service at Llandaff Cathedral this Saturday. We look forward to seeing everyone! 💕

We’d like to share one last reminder to say that we will be holding our annual Service of Remembrance in Llandaff Cathedral on Saturday, doors open at 10:30am.

🕯️ Llandaff Cathedral, Cardiff - CF5 2LA

We will have the wonderful Côr Seren performing for us at this service, as well as the opportunity to light a candle to represent your loved one and listen to some inspiring speakers share specially chosen readings and poems.

We look forward to seeing many of you there at this special event this December.

Booking for this event will remain open for today, so book your spaces today via https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ServiceofRemembrance2025
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Hoffwn eich atgoffa unwaith eto y byddwn yn cynnal ein Gwasanaeth Coffa blynyddol yng Nghadeirlan Llandaf Dydd Sadwrn, drysau'n agor am 10:30am.

🕯️Cadeirlan Llandaf, Caerdydd - CF5 2LA

Bydd yr amryddawn Cor Seren yn perfformio i ni yn y gwasanaeth hwn, a chewch gyfle hefyd i gynnau cannwyll i gynrychioli'ch anwylyd a gwrando ar siaradwyr ysbrydoledig yn rhannu darlleniadau a cherddi a ddewiswyd yn arbennig.

Rydym yn edrych ymlaen at weld nifer ohonoch yno yn y digwyddiad arbennig hwn y mis Rhagfyr hwn.

Gallwch archebu tocynnau ar gyfer y digwyddiad hwn nes heddiw. Archebwch eich llefydd heddiw drwy https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ServiceofRemembrance2025

04/12/2025

How ready are you?

There's something reassuring about getting everything organised in plenty of time before Christmas – knowing the cards are written, gifts wrapped and turkey ordered.

Planning ahead for the future can bring the same peace of mind.

A funeral plan lets you:
✅ Secure costs at today's prices
✅ Record your wishes
✅ Relieve future stresses for loved ones
✅ Focus on enjoying the moments that matter the most

If you're thinking about planning ahead, our team are here to talk you through your options 👇

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Still preparing for the festive season? There's no shaming here, just a little reminder of Royal Mail last recommended postage dates. You're welcome 🎄

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