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Sending sympathy

There are 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 arranged with care.

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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Why choose Arena Flowers?

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All of our staff are on the Real Living WageAll of our staff are on the Real Living Wage
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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 Serene Splendour bouquet with great care and attention to detail, providing a beautiful bouquet that can be gifted to friends, family and loved ones during times of bereavement and sympathy.

This tasteful white bouquet provides stunning florals in a simplistic and understated manner – the perfect way to show your condolences.

White oriental lilies have been paired with pure white roses and white lisianthus, contrasted with the finest greenery.

Send now with next day delivery only £4.

What our customers have to say

4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent flowers although delivered Sat

Excellent flowers although delivered Sat

By David18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Fantastic quality

I’ve ordered from Arena Flowers a couple of times now and I’ve been really impressed with the quality of the flowers. I also like supporting...

By Mrs W18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely flowers

Lovely flowers - fresh & have lasted a long while. Still going strong after 8 days!

By Barbara Seed18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Ordered flowers for Mother's Day

Ordered flowers for Mother's Day, and my mother was absolutely delighted: they are beautiful and are lasting very well. She will use ArenaFlowers in future!

By Kate Fraser18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Speedy delivery and beautiful flowers

Speedy delivery and beautiful flowers. Good value

By Sebastian Cooke18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The flowers were beautiful

The flowers were beautiful

By Customer S Lawrenson18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Fast & Fresh

Fast & Fresh Flowers arrived quickly and stayed fresh for a long time! Easy to order from out of the country too - we live in...

By Jessica Jette18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

I am their regular customer and I am…

I am their regular customer and I am happy with their customer service.

By IRFAN KOVUK18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The flowers were beautiful

The flowers were beautiful, but they didn’t last as long as other competitors.

By Samantha18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful

Beautiful, just as I hoped, thank you.

By Becky18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Thank you

Thank you, well received & lasted well

By Nichola18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful flowers

Beautiful flowers, my mum was so pleased with them

By Tracey Arends18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Perfect mothers day flowers

Perfect mothers day flowers! Extremely happy

By CB18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely flowers arrived on time

Lovely flowers arrived on time

By Mary Knapp-fisher18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Helpful customer services

Helpful customer services, beautiful flowers delivered on day promised

By Dorothy 18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

This is a really excellent company to…

This is a really excellent company to get flowers from. Reasonable price beautiful flowers that last for ages

By Impressed customer18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Absolutely beautiful flowers

Absolutely beautiful flowers. Consistent and value for money. Thank you :)

By Deborah Olde18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Great service.

Great service.

By and Deliver To David Stopfoth18 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Very good quality flowers

Girlfriend was very happy with these

By steve17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Exceptional quality flowers

Exceptional quality flowers, beautifully arranged. Delivered on time in perfect condition

By Jonathan17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful flowers!

Easy to order, great communication with progress updates on delivery and gorgeous flowers!!!!

By customer17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

My sister thought they were lovely

My sister thought they were lovely Delivered at the time given Beautiful arrangement

By Customer17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Mum was very happy with her flowers

Mum was very happy with her flowers

By Matt Barnett17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Mum was very pleased with her Mother’s…

Mum was very pleased with her Mother’s Day flowers.

By Julie Wood17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Flowers delivered on time and in…

Flowers delivered on time and in perfect condition!

By 17 ethelbert square ltd17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Service was absolutely outstanding

Service was absolutely outstanding. Although a hiccup on the initial order, this was rectified swiftly and were even offered extra flowers for the inconvenience. Flowers...

By Youssef Laouiti17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Second time I've used Arena

Second time I've used Arena, great service, regular updates on delivery and confirmation once they're outside recipient's door! Also really appreciate the ethical commitment....

By Nicola Walker17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Arrived in time, beautiful flowers that lasted a whole week

Arrived next day, with plenty of time for Mother's Day, beautiful fresh flowers that lasted a whole week! The box got bashed in one corner...

By Sophie17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely flowers

Lovely flowers

By Rob17 Mar 2024
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Great flowers at a fair price

Great flowers at a fair price. Delivery was quick.

By Miss Hope Griffin17 Mar 2024

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. Some of the best combination of flowers for a funeral are included in "The Serenity" bouquet, white oriental lilies with pure white roses and lisianthus.
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.