News & Discussions
Welcome to the whiteballoon ‘News & Discussions’ Blog page. Here, we bring you topical news and guides, book reviews, features & guest blogs, and insightful interviews with a wide range of people.
Abigail’s Footsteps by Alyssa Ely-Cook
Read more: Abigail’s Footsteps by Alyssa Ely-CookIn this week’s Guest Blog we loved hearing from Alyssa Ely-Cook from Abigail’s Footsteps, a wonderful charity founded by Jo and David Ward in memory …
George Cox – Tithe Green Natural Burial
Read more: George Cox – Tithe Green Natural BurialThis week on whiteballoon Insights we talk to George Cox from Tithe Green Natural Burial about the beauty and benefits of natural burial, and their …
‘Looking Beyond the Words’ by Damon Campbell
Read more: ‘Looking Beyond the Words’ by Damon CampbellIn today’s Guest Blog, we are delighted to hear from Damon Campbell of Countryside Funerals. Damon shares with us the importance of looking beyond the …
Behind the Scenes – Artisans in the Funeral Sector – Ann Bates
Read more: Behind the Scenes – Artisans in the Funeral Sector – Ann BatesFor our new Blog series, ‘Behind the Scenes – Artisans in the Funeral Sector’ we are delighted to share a video from the talented ceramicist …
Dinah Liversidge – Celebrant Coaching and Training Academy
Read more: Dinah Liversidge – Celebrant Coaching and Training AcademyThis week on whiteballoon insights, we loved hearing from Dinah Liversidge who founded and runs the Celebrant Coaching and Training Academy. Dinah shares her reflections …
Emma Knewstub – Laurelo
Read more: Emma Knewstub – LaureloThis week on whiteballoon insights we are delighted to catch up with Emma Knewstub of Laurelo, to hear about the journey of their business and …
Favourite Music for Funerals
Read more: Favourite Music for FuneralsMusic is an important part of most cultures and societies. It has the power to draw people together. Music can be calming, uplifting, rousing, moving, …
SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026
Read more: SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026We take a look at the latest research on funeral trends, costs and attitudes. Now in its 22nd year, the SunLife ‘Cost of Dying Report …
The People’s Awards for the Best Natural Burial Grounds in the UK
Read more: The People’s Awards for the Best Natural Burial Grounds in the UKIt was great to catch up with Rosie Inman-Cook from the Natural Death Centre and Sheridon Rosser from Atlantic Rest Natural Burial to hear about …
‘Water Cremation’ – Your Questions Answered
Read more: ‘Water Cremation’ – Your Questions AnsweredAs Scotland becomes the first place in the UK to legalise alkaline hydrolysis, also known as ‘water cremation’, we take a look at what it …
Why Funeral Costs Are Rising and How You Can Protect Your Loved Ones by Barry Floyd
Read more: Why Funeral Costs Are Rising and How You Can Protect Your Loved Ones by Barry FloydIn this week’s Guest Blog we are delighted to hear from Barry Floyd, CEO at Golden Leaves Funeral Plans, about the importance of planning ahead …
Royal Trinity Hospice – being a ‘Local Business Hero’
Read more: Royal Trinity Hospice – being a ‘Local Business Hero’In the year ahead, we are delighted to be continuing our support for the Royal Trinity Hospice as a ‘Local Business Hero’. Here we give …
