Our Sponsors for 2026

Most Promising Newcomer to the Trade

Connect 2 Funeral Services

National apprenticeships for funeral services.


We deliver purposeful training that equips funeral service teams to care for families with professionalism, empathy, and confidence.


https://connect2care.net/funeral-services/


Cemetery of the Year

Federation of Burial & Cremation Authorities

The UK’s only trade association representing burial, cremation, and other funerary method providers.


The Federation is the UK’s principal representative of burial and cremation authorities, providing a range of services to support its members care for over 400,000 funerals a year.


https://www.fbca.org.uk/

Crematorium of the Year

Obitus

More ways to say goodbye


Every life story is unique. At Obitus, we help families make the most of every picture, every video and every song so that each funeral service is as special and personal as can be.





https://www2.obitus.com/


Funeral Director of the Year

Legacy Trail Ltd

The easiest way to find and inform accounts and services

of a bereavement.


Handling a loved one's accounts after they pass can be overwhelming. Legacy Trail simplifies this process with our caring, reliable death notification service that identifies and notifies account and service providers seamlessly, giving you peace of mind that nothing is missed during a difficult time.


https://legacytrail.co.uk/


Green Company of the Year

Lighthouse Funerals

Preserving Tradition, Forging new Paths.


A modern and flexible approach to acquisition, led by a funeral director who understands the true challenges of handing over a family business. We offer a forward-thinking solution for legacy preservation, with compassionate integration for

a seamless experience.


https://www.lighthouse-funerals.co.uk/


Yearly Achievement Award

Ecclesiastical Planning Services


Ecclesiastical Planning Services focuses on building genuine, long-term partnerships with funeral directors across the UK. We provide high-quality pre-paid funeral plans that support both your firm and the families you serve


As part of the Benefact Group, we bring financial strength and a straightforward, supportive approach. By working closely with funeral directors, we help you grow with confidence, respond to regulatory change and deliver a consistent, customer-focused service.

 We know every funeral firm has its own identity and reputation. Our pre-need services are designed to help you protect what you’ve built and support sustainable, long-term success in a changing market.

Find out more at 
www.funeralplans.co.uk/funeral-directors.


Green Product of the Year

Ecoffins

Ecoffins redefine the final resting place with eco-conscious,

 handcrafted coffins.


Our commitment lies in providing only environmentally friendly and sustainable coffin and casket options. At Ecoffins, each coffin is meticulously crafted with renewable and biodegradable materials, ensuring a harmonious return to the Earth. We believe in honoring loved ones while also honoring our planet, and our range of coffins reflects this ethos.


https://www.ecoffins.co.uk/


Funeral Arranger of the Year

Obitus

More ways to say goodbye


Every life story is unique. At Obitus, we help families make the most of every picture, every video and every song so that each funeral service is as special and personal as can be.



https://www2.obitus.com/


Natural Burial Ground of the Year

Federation of Burial & Cremation Authorities

The UK’s only trade association representing burial, cremation, and other funerary method providers.


The Federation is the UK’s principal representative of burial and cremation authorities, providing a range of services to support its members care for over 400,000 funerals a year.


https://www.fbca.org.uk/


Funeral Officiant/Celebrant of the Year

Obitus

More ways to say goodbye


Every life story is unique. At Obitus, we help families make the most of every picture, every video and every song so that each funeral service is as special and personal as can be.



https://www2.obitus.com/


Best Funeral Memorialisation

Mindful Memorials

Crafting Meaningful Memorials


At Mindful Memorials, we bring together five generations of traditional craftsmanship with the possibilities of modern technology to create memorials that are deeply personal, beautifully made,

and built to last.

Our skilled artists specialise in hand-carving, hand-cut lettering, and hand-painting, giving every memorial a human touch that can’t be replicated by machines alone.


https://mindfulmemorials.co.uk


 Embalmer of the Year

Motorcycle Funerals Ltd
The Final Ride Like No Other


Founded by the late Reverend Paul Sinclair, our service is dedicated to

 honoring lives through meaningful farewells.

Whether looking for a traditional service or a

personalized tribute, we are here to ensure that

every farewell reflects the unique spirit of the loved one


We serve Nationwide 

England Scotland Wales Guernsey we will go wherever we are needed to serve.

For all enquiries please call us on 

01530 274888 

https://motorcyclefunerals.com/


Community Impact Award

whiteballoon
A trusted resource for life's end

to help you make choices that feel right for you and those you love, whether you are organising a funeral, a celebration of life, or planning ahead.


The idea of whiteballoon grew out of our own experiences as well as those of family and friends. In the days following a bereavement, when it can be hard even to function, let alone make decisions, we saw a need for an easily accessible, on-line resource that brought everything together in one place. 



https://www.whiteballoon.co.uk/


Best Bereavement Support Group/Cafe

 Katie Costello - End of Life Support Services

Katie Costello is a soul midwife, funeral celebrant, speaker, educator and advocate working within the world of death, dying and funerals. Through her end of life care work, training and public speaking, she is passionate about improving death literacy and helping people approach the end of life with more honesty, compassion and confidence.
 Katie delivers education and consultancy to healthcare organisations, care providers and communities, blending practical knowledge with deeply human conversation. She is the creator of Dying for a Cuppa® The Masterclass and The Podcast, and author of A Gift — part funeral plan, part life story, part love letter.

https://www.katiecsoulmidwife.com/



Pet Funeral Provider of the Year


Sponsorship Pending for Inscripture











Coffin Supplier of the Year


Sponsorship Pending for Legacy Tribute UK Ltd









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Best Funeral Support




Gravedigger of the Year




Best Online Information Provider



 Best External Supplier to the Industry



Low Cost Funeral Provider




Coffin Supplier of the Year




Funeral Florist of the Year



Carriage Masters of the Year