Our CEO recently commented on funeral dress codes during a BBC Radio Scotland interview following the funeral of the late Pope Francis. “What should I wear to a funeral?” is a commonly asked question. When it comes to funeral dress codes, our advice is simple: respect...
Every year on 30th April, Land Rovers around the world are celebrated under the banner of World Land Rover Day. We’re delighted to be part of the 2025 movement, having launched our Defender hearse almost a year ago. Chosen to mark the anniversary of the first Land...
Calling a funeral director is one of the hardest calls any family has to make. For some, it’s in the wake of a painful, shocking and unexpected death. For others, it’s the next step of a process they’ve been anticipating for a while. So, it’s not surprising that we’re...
From 1 March 2025, the funeral sector in Scotland will be fully regulated. This requires Scottish Funeral Directors to meet minimum standards of professional training, funeral facilities, and quality of care. It may come as a surprise that until now, anyone in the UK...
The family of a Land Rover-loving father organised the most fitting car enthusiast’s funeral by hiring our one-of-a-kind Defender hearse for his final journey. Steven passed away earlier this year after a long battle with cancer. An optimist to the end, he...
The festive season, typically a period associated with good cheer and social events, can be particularly challenging for those who are grieving. Individuals coping with loss may find the Christmas holidays daunting, and difficult emotions heightened, as they struggle...
Hear Chairman Tim Purves discuss the importance of choice, care and support in funerals, the legacy of being a fifth generation funeral director, and share some of our company’s highlights in recent years....
It is a subject that many would prefer to avoid, and yet which tragically affects parents and families every-day worldwide. The loss of a baby is a devastating experience and one that can feel incredibly isolating for parents. This is only heightened by a general...
We celebrated the opening of our Barnton branch at 185 Whitehouse Road this week, chosen so we can better serve families in the north west of Edinburgh. It’s the tenth branch in the Lothian area to offer William Purves’ unvrivalled funeral services to...
From a small idea to a very large reality, this month sees the formal launch of our Land Rover Defender hearse. It’s the newest addition to our fleet and since it’s introduction, it’s been a popular choice for families up and down the country who want a unique,...
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