CLIVE PUGH Funerals

Clive Pugh Funeral Directors - fourth generation and family-run. Deeply rooted in the community that we serve.

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Clive Pugh Funeral Directors - a fourth generation family-run business. Deeply rooted in both our history and the community, trust is woven into our journey and continues to shape what we do. With you when it matters most. #funeral

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Our private chapel is available for you to spend time with your loved one, also allowing your relatives and friends the chance to say "goodbye". #funeral

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Flowers for a funeral often include traditional, symbolic blooms such as white lilies (purity), roses (love/respect), carnations (sympathy), chrysanthemums (loyalty), and orchids (eternal love). Flowers are chosen to convey sympathy, often in arranged wreaths or sprays. #funeral

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In the UK, there are no specific laws prohibiting the scattering of ashes but you must obtain landowner permission for private land, public parks, or beaches. Ashes can be freely scattered on your own land or over most bodies of water provided you follow environmental guidelines.

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Water cremation is not legal in the UK, and there is no confirmed date for when it will be available. The process - called alkaline hydrolysis - will offer families a third option instead of burial or traditional cremation. However, water cremation is now legal in Scotland.

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Easter Sunday - Celebrates the resurrection with church services, the lighting of the Easter candle (symbolizing light over darkness), and the exchanging of eggs, which represent new life. Easter is the the most important festival in the Christian calendar.

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Easter Sunday marks the end of Lent and Holy Week, symbolizing spiritual rebirth, renewal, and family gathering.

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Mother's Day is on Sunday, 15th March. Known as Mothering Sunday, it always falls on the fourth Sunday of Lent. "A Mother's love is eternal, so is her absence".

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Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It is preceded by Shrove Tuesday and marks the first day of Lent. Let it remind us of our humanity, our need for grace, and the importance of turning back to what truly matters.

[The Royal Family @RoyalFamily]

✝️ Today marks Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent - a season of reflection, prayer, and service.

May this Lent be a time of renewal for all who observe it.

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Woodland Ashes Scattering Tube - a thoughtful way to say goodbye - inspired by natural landscapes, created to bring a sense of calm, reflection, and connection with nature. Available in four sizes.

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Wicker and willow coffins have a long-standing tradition dating back to ancient times. The use of natural materials for burial has been prevalent in various cultures worldwide, from the ancient Egyptians to the Celtic tribes of Europe. @SomersetWillow

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@littlemore20 Albeit cremation occurs without a service or mourners present, this allows for a later, private celebration of life. This may or may not be for everyone but diverse choices enable families to create a send-off that feels right for them.

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A life of dedicated service and kindness. May the late Queen Elizabeth II Rest in Peace.

[Dickie Arbiter LVO 🇬🇧 @RoyalDickie]

The late Queen Elizabeth II began her reign this day 74 years ago - 6 February 1952. She went on to become the longest reigning Monarch in British history. Duty and service to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth meant everything to her. Thank you Ma'am. RIP 🎚️

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Simple cremation is a direct, unattended cremation that takes place without a traditional funeral ceremony, procession, or gathering. Your loved one is taken into our care, and the cremation is carried out in a professional and dignified manner. #cremationservices

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What to wear to a funeral - Traditionally, funeral etiquette suggests that black clothing is worn as a sign of respect to the person that has passed as well as their family. However, in recent years, colourful clothing is also being seen as acceptable attire at a #funeral.

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Shrewsbury Diocese Lourdes Pilgrimage - Until Bernadette, Lourdes was a small village off the beaten track. Now it is a sizeable town, largely dependent upon servicing the needs of its millions of pilgrims and visitors. It is one of the best known religious shrines in the world.

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The list of alternative funerals has grown considerably over the past decade, with the option of a direct cremation, an attended cremation, a celebration of life, or something more environmentally friendly all having risen sharply in popularity.

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Simple, respectful and cost effective, a direct cremation is becoming the funeral of choice for many people in the U.K. When using Clive Pugh Funeral Directors you can rest assured that the cremation will take place in Shrewsbury. #funeral

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Caroline, Clive joins me in wishing you and your family a very Happy Christmas. Enjoy the festive break. #SeasonsGreetings

[Caroline Jones @abbeyforegatePO]

🎄 It’s officially nearly Christmas 🎄

Frankie’s in today, purely in a supervisory role.

Still time to post parcels – Special Delivery from £9.25. We’ve got a few Christmas stamps left. Christmas cards are still out, plus our everyday favourites – including Whistle Fish cards, 5 for £5.

We’ve also got Christmas gifts, stocking fillers, diaries, local books and mugs, plus gift bags, wrapping paper, Christmas ornaments, kids’ toys, notebooks, key rings, tea towels and stationery sets.

This weeks hours:
Monday 22nd – 9am to 5.30pm
Tuesday 23rd – 9am to 5.30pm
Christmas Eve – 9am to 1pm
Christmas Day – CLOSED
Boxing Day – CLOSED
Saturday 27th – CLOSED
Sunday 28th – CLOSED

📍 Abbey Foregate Post Office
🎴 Chatterbox Cards
🅿️ Free parking
🐶 Dog friendly

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Thank you - It costs nothing but can mean everything.
It's an affirmation that uplifts spirits, fosters better social environments and helps to create a happier life.

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We’ve been so busy recently; it’s always good to take a moment to reflect.

As a small independent business, whether you order from us daily, monthly or yearly, every single order is appreciated.

And to those who just engage with us on social media #ThankYou.