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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

4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Delivered on time and they looked lovely

Delivered on time and they looked lovely

By Stefan Sawczak29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

4 superb bouquets

Our family have ordered 4 bouquets over the Christmas period and all have been superb. I can’t fault the quality of the flowers.

By Hazel29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely flowers …

Lovely flowers which arrived on time and in good condition!

By Margarita 29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent

The person who received the flowers was very pleased with them. I had no problems with ordering and was kept informed about the delivery.

By SLR7029 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Terrific service

Truly exemplary service during what must be a busy time of year. Arena’s amazing speed made all the difference to my gifts arriving on...

By suzebee29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Gorgeous flowers

Gorgeous flowers, fast delivery, would thoroughly recommend

By mandy o'neill29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely flowers

Lovely flowers, fresh and huge. My mum was delighted

By Jo Taylor29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Christmas bouquet and it arrived…

Christmas bouquet and it arrived lovenly packed and flowers fresh and gorgeous

By Avril Jones29 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

I’ve upgraded my wife from Serenta to…

I’ve upgraded my wife from Serenta to you, well done, keep up the quality 🫡

By Tim H28 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent quality.

Excellent quality.

By Annette28 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful bouquet

Exceptional service, with wonderful flowers and staff-to-guest interaction was second to none one. Really impressed, along with first class delivery I wouldn’t use anyone else...

By Ian28 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The flowers were a present

The flowers were a present, so I haven't seen them. However I am told they were beautifully packaged and lovely blooms.

By Becca28 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The flowers i ordered went to the wrong…address

The flowers i ordered went to the wrong address. I understand it was not the fault of Arena for this. The lady i spoke to...

By Bernie28 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Christmas gift

Delivered exactly when requested to give much pleasure to an elderly relative.

By Sue M28 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

An excellent service as when the…

An excellent service as when the incorrect address was entered it was corrected

By Norman Goater27 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Recipient loved the flowers.Ordering…

Recipient loved the flowers.Ordering process easy .

By Jane Garlick27 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Exceptional experience

Exceptional experience. Super fast free delivery, great products. Super responsive. My favorite flower merchant

By Estanis Martin de Nicolas27 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The flowers I ordered were a gift for…

The flowers I ordered were a gift for my mother. She never received her card, so did not know who the flowers were from. I...

By customer27 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Helpful and easy to order

Lovely choice of flowers, and very helpful customer service when I needed help to fix an error I made in my order.

By Anna Lyons27 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

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They save my addresses, easy to do online, email when flowers on the way, I can easily reply to customer service, everything you need.

By Avis A Benson26 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

the flowers were the first delivery of…

the flowers were the first delivery of a year long subscription as a christmas present for my mother and I was well impressed by the...

By CHRISTINE REYNOLDS26 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Actually

Actually, the customer care. I was in hospital and although the flowers were marked as delivered my husband couldn't find them. I emailed Arena flowers...

By Susan Wilson26 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Good quality Flowers,Delivers on time.

Good quality Flowers,Delivers on time. Cost is much in keeping with local Florists.

By Joseph Bradshaw26 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful arrangement

Beautiful arrangement, delivered on time and a happy customer.

By Greg 26 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

good service

good service

By Colin25 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Joy!

Knowing my old Friend had received them, and the joy they gave her….

By Mrs Robey25 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful arrangement of blooms

Beautiful arrangement of blooms. Excellent customer service and prompt delivery.

By Mo 24 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful packaging and fantastic…

Beautiful packaging and fantastic flowers that have lasted perfectly well into a second week!

By Sophie Stewart24 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent service from abroad.

Excellent service from abroad.

By Sean McMahon23 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Arena Flowers gave me excellent service despite my silly mistake

So, instead of sending my friend the Prosecco and chocolates to celebrate their 21st birthday, I sent them to myself… Unfortunately, I only noticed this error...

By Chris Glynn23 Dec 2025

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.