Neville Funerals

11/08/2025

You may remember a few weeks back that as part of our 150 Days of Volunteering, our colleague Claire's mother Wendy knitted 150 hats which were donated to Luton and Dunstable University Hospital ’s neonatal unit 👏

We were so pleased to have received the following thank you
message from the team at the hospital, who said:

“On behalf of the entire team at Luton & Dunstable Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and especially the families in our NICU, we want to extend our deepest and most sincere thanks for your incredibly kind donation of knitted hats. Your generosity, time and dedication in crafting these tiny treasures is truly appreciated.

“The hats you’ve provided are not just beautiful and warm, they are a vital part of the care we offer to our premature babies. They help to prevent hypothermia, a concern for these little ones, plus provide a sense of comfort and security during a challenging time.

"Beyond the practical benefits, the love and care woven into each stitch is deeply felt by our staff and the families we serve. Knowing that someone they’ve never met has taken the time to create something so special for their baby brings a sense of comfort and support during what can be a very emotional journey."

Well done Wendy, and thank you so much for knitting these in recognition of our anniversary!

09/08/2025

Next week’s Talking Elephants sessions are happening in:

Dunstable, The Priory Church Hall – 11th August, 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Our bereavement support groups offer our local communities a safe space to come together and share their grief.

Feel free to drop into one of our sessions, or for more information on these and other sessions, visit our website here. https://pulse.ly/pcco0lnhl7

08/08/2025

There are two upcoming Talking Elephants sessions over the next couple of days. These will be:

Flitwick, The Chapter House – 8th August (today), 10.30am – 12.30pm

Luton, Neville Funerals, 301-309 Marsh Rd – 9th August, 10am – 11.30am

Our bereavement support groups offer our local communities a safe space to come together and share their grief.

Feel free to drop into one of our sessions, or for more information on these and other sessions, visit our website here. https://pulse.ly/oyzzrc7kfk

07/08/2025

Some wonderful feedback for Kate, Michael and the Ampthill team for their compassion and professionalism 🤍

06/08/2025

We're looking for Driver Bearers to join our team across our Luton and Bedford locations.

If you're someone who enjoys looking after people at very difficult moments in their lives, then this role could be perfect for you.

The role primarily involves caring for the deceased at all times, including their transportation and attendance at funerals.

You'll also be responsible for maintaining the company vehicles to the highest standard.

We have a fully transparent hiring process and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Age Friendly Employer.

Head to our website for full details on the role and benefits package.

Send your CV and cover letter to hrdept@nevillesupport.co.uk.

05/08/2025

Have you seen that the Government recently announced that families suffering pregnancy loss before 24 weeks will now be given rights to time off?

This latest forms a part of the amendments being made to the Employment Rights Bill.

We are pleased the decision has been made to extend bereavement support to those impacted by pregnancy loss, as it will ensure those who are entitled to that compassionate leave have the space and time to grieve.

More can be done to further the wellbeing provisions for maternity units and bereavement care for parents across the UK.

Over the years, we have supported the UK's leading pregnancy and baby loss charity, Sands - baby loss charity, which has campaigned tirelessly to improve provisions for parents - efforts that are ongoing.

As always, if you are seeking bereavement support for yourself or for someone you know, head to our website where you can access a range of free resources, from the GriefChat professional grief counselling service to our free Talking Elephants sessions.

Neville Funerals support the bereaved through our bereavement initiatives including our Talking Elephants groups.

04/08/2025

It is fair to say that Neville Funerals’ first recruitment morning went very well. It was great to meet and converse with people who are interested in the industry and a career with Neville Funerals.

Thank you to everyone who took time out of their Saturday morning to support - it was lovely to see!

For those who were not able to make it but are looking to find out more about a possible career in the funeral industry, check out our Introduction to Careers at Neville Funerals page on our website -

https://pulse.ly/yp7ueqyazk

03/08/2025

We're delighted to see that John Adams, former President of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD), has won his campaign to add bereavement education to the school curriculum.

The campaign advocated for the inclusion of bereavement education within the Religious, S*x, and Health Education (RSHE) curriculum in England, to better equip students with the knowledge and understanding of grief and loss.

We are proud advocates for better bereavement care for children, using our knowledge and expertise to produce a Child Bereavement booklet 'Supporting a Child Through Bereavement and Beyond' in 2019. We then updated and reprinted the book in 2024, which is available free of charge for any parent, school or organisation that could benefit from its guidance on how to identify and support grief in children.

If you're interested in learning more about our bereavement support for children and families, or if you'd like to get a copy of our booklet, please follow the link to our website: https://pulse.ly/qajh23abjf

02/08/2025

Have you ever considered a career in the funeral profession?

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, join us for our Recruitment Open Morning at our main Luton branch today, between 10am and 12 noon.

We’re currently recruiting for:
💡 Multiple Funeral Driver Bearers / Operatives

This is your opportunity to:
• Meet the people behind the roles
• Ask questions about what it’s like to work in the funeral industry
• Find out more about the training and career pathways we offer

Whether you’re looking for a meaningful change or just curious to learn more, come along and see if a career in funeral service is right for you.

📍 Neville Funeral Service, Neville House, Marsh Road, Luton
📅 Today (2nd August)
🕙 Drop in any time between 10:00am – 12:00pm
💻 Contact kbailey@nevillesupport.co.uk for more information.

01/08/2025

*VACANCY FILLED*

We're looking for a compassionate Funeral Arranger to join our team in Bedford 📢

This role is a full-time position (8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Mon-Fri) and is instrumental in the service we provide, supporting bereaved family members through the funeral process.

For the right candidate, duties will include:
💡Providing transparent advice on our funeral operations.
💡Working closely with other colleagues to provide an exemplary service.
💡Completing all administrative tasks, ensuring payments and invoices are dealt with promptly.
💡Ensuring work is completed to the highest standard.
💡Participating in Bereavement support groups and community activities.

We're looking for an empathetic, compassionate, organised individual who can work well in a fast-paced environment. We need an excellent communicator who can join our Hemel Hempstead team to support our quality local service.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and members of the Equality Register, 'Committed 2 Equality.'

If you're interested in learning more about this role and our close-knit family business, please come along to our open day tomorrow (August 2nd) between 10am - 12 noon at Neville House on Marsh Road, Luton.

Alternatively, if you'd like to join our team, please follow the link below and apply on our website 👇
https://pulse.ly/fayndlagfz

01/08/2025

As proud members of Family Business UK, our Director and fifth-generation Neville family member, Vicky, recently shared an insight into the business history across Neville Trust Ltd and our 150-year milestone 👏

When discussing being the custodian of a 150-year-old family business, Vicky commented:

"At Neville Trust, family isn’t just our name – it’s our identity. For 150 years, our business has been built on a foundation of loyalty, compassion, and community, qualities that have guided us through generations.

"As a fifth-generation family member now leading the company, I feel the weight of that history every single day. It’s a privilege, but it’s also a challenge."

If you're interested in reading more about Vicky's experience of running the business, or if there is anything she would do differently, follow this link:

https://pulse.ly/h8hgcdr2ps

31/07/2025

Don’t forget that our History Book, updated in recognition of our 150th anniversary, is available to purchase now!

‘Building The Name: Neville’ details our history as one of Luton’s oldest companies, carefully curated to honour the generations of people, staff, partners, and local communities who have shaped our story.

Every copy purchased helps support our 2025 Charities of the Year: Mind BLMK (Bedfordshire, Luton & Milton Keynes), Schoolreaders , Keech Hospice and Dementia UK.

To purchase this book, we are asking for a minimum donation of £5.00 plus £2.50 postage. If you'd like to purchase a History Book, follow this link here: https://pulse.ly/twmm5uituj

Here’s to history, heritage and helping others. Thank you for being part of our journey.