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Sympathy Flowers

There are some things that are difficult to say, or feelings too big for words. Tell someone you're thinking of them, or say farewell with a bouquet. Here you'll find our range of sympathy flowers, delivered with care to help you express your condolences. If you need help with writing a sympathy card to someone who has been bereaved, we've worked with the charities Sue Ryder and the Lullaby Trust on some helpful tips and prompts.
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Send a thoughtful gesture, or say a special goodbye to a loved one, with our perfectly designed sympathy and funeral range.

Our florists have designed our bouquets with great care and attention to detail, providing beautiful arrangements that can be gifted to friends, family and loved ones during times of bereavement and sympathy.

A tasteful white bouquet is a thoughtful way to send your condolences, with understated hues fitting for the occasion.

What our customers have to say

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Beautiful bouquet

Beautiful bouquet, efficient service. Love that it is fair trade!

By ALeja1 hours ago
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Arrived on time

Arrived on time - very good service! Flowers were beautiful

By Header1 hours ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

They delivered a beautiful bunch of…

They delivered a beautiful bunch of flowers on time. I was kept informed throughout the process.

By MRS SIOBHAIN KEAVNEY4 hours ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Easy to use website

Easy to use website. Flowers delivered quickly, and great quality thank yoiu

By William Randall5 hours ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful bouquet of flowers

Beautiful bouquet of flowers which lasted for 3 weeks.

By Barbara5 hours ago
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Happy customer

The flowers were fresh and delivered when requested.

By Mr Robert Moore22 hours ago
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Wonderful customer service and great…

Wonderful customer service and great environmental ethics. 🙏

By Zandrea Stewart22 hours ago
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Beautiful flowers

Beautiful flowers, delivered with care and on time. Thank you

By Melissa1 days ago
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Beautiful flowers that have brightened…

Beautiful flowers that have brightened our home for several days. Excited to see what next month brings 🙂

By Nicola1 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful bouquet

Easy to use website. The flowers were sent as a gift. My friend was delighted with the beautiful bouquet.

By Cambridge shopper 1 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Everything was perfect

Everything was perfect

By MARK2 days ago
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Never again

The flowers were terrible they lasted less than 5 days. The ordering was easy enough, I even found customer service great when I needed to...

By Mrs Karen Parkinson2 days ago
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delivery on expected date

delivery on expected date

By Kevin2 days ago
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It was my first time using this site…

It was my first time using this site and it was a positive experience. The flowers was in good condition and my friend loved it...

By Sabina Rai2 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely flowers

Lovely flowers, delivered promptly.

By Mrs Kingswood3 days ago
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A few issues with delivery date but…

A few issues with delivery date but resolved to my satisfaction. Thank you.

By Mrs K. O'Reilly3 days ago
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Beautiful quality flowers

Beautiful quality flowers beautifully presented and packaged.

By Mrs Angela Jeffery3 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Roses very fresh and lasted a long time.

Roses very fresh and lasted a long time.

By Louise Collins3 days ago
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Beautiful flowers

Beautiful full bunch of peonies

By Mrs D Patel4 days ago
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Lovely flowers delivered quickly

Lovely flowers delivered quickly. Thank you!

By Kate4 days ago
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Great flowers

Great flowers, fresh, great value

By Adam Raybould4 days ago
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Loyal Customer

I have been a customer of Arena Flowers for numerous years and their service has been outstanding. This has been my second order where I...

By Maurice D Bailey4 days ago
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Beautiful letterbox bouquet which was…

Beautiful letterbox bouquet which was clearly delivered with care. Thank you for your service.

By Wan5 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Delivery in time and beautiful flowers

Delivery in time and beautiful flowers

By Silvia Kinner5 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Stunning flowers in bud

Stunning flowers in bud. Beautiful colours and last well!

By Margaret Hillis5 days ago
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Flowers delivered on time they were…

Flowers delivered on time they were lovely flowers. Really impressed as I ordered them the night before.

By Sue 5 days ago
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Beautiful flowers

I ordered Strawberry Fling and the recipient loved them. Said they looked and smelt beautiful. Ordered late evening and were delivered the next day. Would...

By Toni6 days ago
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Variety with excellent service

A variety of choices, good service, excelkrnt customer service communication and swift delivery.

By Lemina Ettienne6 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Flowers arrived on time

Flowers arrived on time. Just as picture in advert beautiful blooms

By Anne Mckee6 days ago
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful

Recipient still loving the peonies which have continued to open from buds every day

By Lynn Grant6 days ago

FAQs about Sympathy & Funeral Flowers

What are the most appropriate flowers for funerals?
Typically bouquets white and green in colour are the most appropriate flowers to send for a funeral or sympathetic occasion.
How much are funeral flowers or wreaths?
We have a range of bouquets that would be appropriate for funerals or celebrations of life. We currently do not make any funeral arrangements like wreath and or floral letters.
Can you make floral letters spelling a word or name?
We currently do not make any funeral arrangements like wreaths, sheafs or floral letters.
What to write on a funeral or sympathy card with the flowers?

Writing sympathy messages can be difficult but they don't have to be overly complicated. We asked our charity partner Sue Ryder for some tips.

Sometimes keeping it simple is best:

  • "We’re thinking of you at this difficult time and sending you a big hug and lots of love."
  • "I don’t really know what to say, but I want you to know that I am thinking about you at this difficult time."
  • "I am so sorry for the loss you are experiencing with this bereavement.  I’ll touch base with you in a couple of weeks and when you’re ready let’s meet up."

Alternatively, you could be more personal in your message.

  • "We are so sorry to hear about [your relative description/name].  They were such an incredible person and we will never forget [insert a memory or anecdote]."
  • "I’m really sorry to hear about [your relative description/name]. Please know that we’re all thinking of you and if there’s anything you need - [how you can help e.g. the school run, a meal being dropped round, walking the dog or popping out for a coffee], we are only a text or a phone call away."
  • "I am so sorry for your loss. [He/She/They] filled a room with laughter and they will be so missed." 
  • "We are so sorry for your loss. We will touch base with you in a couple of weeks and when you’re ready, let’s meet up and go to [their favourite place]."

If you need a little more help, here's a very useful blog on the topic from the Sue Ryder website.