Wesley Media

25/10/2024

"The world is getting smaller"... Is that a phrase you hear often? Now we can be in someone else’s living room through the technology of ; a technology that started with a still camera in a lab in 1991 and now reaches across the globe. Wesley Media Webcasts allow families and friends to be a part of a service without ever leaving their home 📣🌍

It always seems impossible until it’s done – Nelson Mandela

21/10/2024

Music has always played a vital role in services; traditionally the service would just have hymns played by an organist. With family and friends wanting to personalise the services, this has changed to having hymns but also the deceased’s favourite songs. With the help of Wesley Media, people can also include sound clips of their loved one and their families, a family friend performing a song or even recordings like the car or motorbike of the deceased 🎼

18/10/2024

Celebrity Funerals can vary greatly, some stars such as Aretha Franklin had a service that lasted days and was watched by millions. Princess Diana's funeral was watched by 32 million people with Elton John rewriting Candle In The Wind as his tribute.

In contrast to this, Doris Day and David Bowie didn't want a funeral service and instead Doris is buried in an unmarked grave and Bowie had a direct cremation.

15/10/2024

Pregnancy and baby loss is a devastating and uniquely personal experience and for many it is a heartbreaking and challenging reality.
In honour of Baby Loss Awareness Week, we wanted to invite you to join us in lighting a candle, whilst remembering all the precious little lives that have been lost 🕯

10/10/2024

Today is World Mental Health Day 🌍📣

It's a day for coming together, starting important conversations about mental health, and challenging stigma.
There are so many ways to get involved and be a part of this global day for mental health!
👉 Check in with a friend.
👉 Celebrate with a Tea & Talk.
👉 Wear your green ribbon pin.
👉 Take some time for you!
How will you get involved this ? Let us know in the comments! 💬

08/10/2024

Grief can be overwhelming, you do not have to deal with it alone 🫂
help people deal with one of the most painful times of their life by offering free bereavement support and information.

You can find out more by looking at their website -
https://www.cruse.org.uk/

06/10/2024

What are your thoughts on ‘eco funerals’?

It involves being buried in a biodegradable coffin, made from natural materials like wicker, bamboo, and even banana leaf!

04/10/2024

Today is World smile Day 🙂

Here are some simple ways we can all help to make someone smile..

Smile: Smiling is contagious and can spread happiness to others.
Compliment: A compliment can make someone feel good about themselves. You can compliment someone on their choice of dress, the environment, or something personal about them.
Hold the door open: Holding the door open for someone is a simple act of kindness that can spread smiles.
Tell a joke: Laughter can make someone feel better and restore happiness. You can use puns, sarcasm, or inside jokes.

02/10/2024

Should I share the link to my loved one’s on ?

Some families choose to share the viewing link and PIN details for a live stream on so that no one misses out on the opportunity to pay their respects.

Other families prefer to keep them private and share them with only a select few.

It really is a personal choice. But please be assured, that whatever you decide, every Wesley Media live stream is kept private and secure. Access is only available using the 7-digit PIN sent to the Funeral Arranger at the time of booking.

If you are a , register on our client portal to order a https://clientportal.wesleymedia.co.uk/ or call us on 01536 314924 to discuss other services available specifically for , and .

30/09/2024

Grieving a loved one is the most difficult journey a person can take – do you have any advice for our bereaved community on how to look after yourself?
For more help, have a read of this guide from Co-Op Funeralcare:

https://www.co-operativefuneralcare.co.uk/articles/looking-after-yourself-physically-whilst-you-grieve/

26/09/2024

And that is a wrap!

Wesley Media would like to thank for putting on a spectacular and extremely informative learning conference for yet another year. We've came away with new found knowledge and it was a fantastic opportunity for us to catch up with our industry friends and meet new ones alike.

Thank you Jennifer Hamilton who is one of our customers at the beautiful Clyde Coast & Garnock Valley Crematorium for agreeing to model our TWG umbrella.

We look forward to seeing you all next year! 🙂

24/09/2024

As day two at The ICCM Learning Conference comes to a end, we would like to invite those of you in attendance to come and say "Hello" to us if you haven't already.

21/09/2024

Grieving a loved one is the most difficult journey a person can take – do you have any advice for our bereaved community on how to look after yourself? For more help, have a read of this guide from Co-Op Funeralcare: https://www.co-operativefuneralcare.co.uk/.../looking.../

19/09/2024

We are intrigued to know what Bramcote Crematorium's exciting announcement could be 😀
Any guesses? 🤔

18/09/2024

This time next week we will be preparing for our final day of the ICCM Learning Conference.
If you or someone you know is attending, please give us a 'like' or leave a comment below 🙂

16/09/2024

Have you thought about where you would like your final resting place to be? Whether you would like to be buried in a particular place or have your ashes scattered in a favourite place of yours. Share with us where you would like to be!

14/09/2024

Music can bind us together in times of sadness. Playing cherished songs at the funeral ceremony of a loved one can connect us to happy memories and help with our grief.

There is no right or wrong when choosing funeral music, from timeless hymns such as 'All Things Bright & Beautiful' to modern day classics from the likes of Billie Eilish or Sam Smith, we advise simply the choosing the most fitting music to celebrate the life of a loved one.

Our extensive music library holds almost every commercially available track. Search online and listen to samples to help capture the essence of the person you've lost: https://www.wesleymedia.co.uk/wm-music-library

11/09/2024

Introducing Austin's Natural Burial park.
Natural burial is a sustainable alternative to traditional burial and cremation. It is a better choice for the environment with minimal impact on the planet.

Our natural burial ground is at Harwood Park Crematorium in Stevenage and overlooks some beautiful countryside. It really is a tranquil place.

https://austins.co.uk/natural-burial-park/