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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

Quality product

Quality product. Prompt delivery Good information.

By Mr Kevin Moy31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Easy to order

Easy to order, beautiful flowers arrived on time. Will definitely order again soon!

By Caroline Webb31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

good service and good value

good service and good value

By Mr Howard Elkin31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Delivery update. Kept me informed regarding the outage…

Kept me informed regarding the outage affecting the delivery delay.

By Jennifer McGregor31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful flowers…

The flowers were for my sister who lost her daughter at the beginning of the year, I wanted to show her I was thinking of...

By Debbie Hyden31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The problem of one particular flower

Most things absolutely great. BUT my dad gets really upset if gladioli are sent, because you never use a big enough box for them and...

By L.H.31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful seasonal flowers

Beautiful seasonal flowers, well packaged.

By Marilyn Barnes31 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Ordered late but delivered time with…

Ordered late but delivered time with good updates.

By Mr CUMMINS30 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Centerpiece was a gift so I never saw…

Centerpiece was a gift so I never saw them Hence the 4 stars . Delivery was delayed but kept informed of the progress. Would use again

By Katherine30 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

A brilliant new discovery

I had never used Arena Flowers until this year. My aunt tells me that the flowers I sent her were the nicest she has had...

By Fiona Gaunt30 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Fortnightly delivery

I have my flower box delivered fortnightly & always look forward to receiving them. They are good quality and usually last until the next delivery.

By DaisyDelilah30 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

I use Arena whenever I have to send…

I use Arena whenever I have to send flowers, they are efficient, reliable and always provide beautiful flowers. Thank you for giving such good service.

By Robert Foster30 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Easy to order and great quality…

Easy to order and great quality flowers. The recipient was delighted. Many thanks.

By Jacki Scofield30 Dec 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lovely bouquet of flowers delivered as…

Lovely bouquet of flowers delivered as requested

By Gary Hook30 Dec 2025
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
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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.