ARKA Original Funerals

read moreThe Arka team has grown organically, we have wonderful people who, although very different in a lot of ways, share the same values and passion for the work we do. One of the things that people appreciate about our team is that you could see the same person when your loved one is collected, as when you arrange the funeral and then on the day of the funeral. We are a small team, friendly and easy to talk to. Cara Mair is founder of ARKA Original Funerals and our main funeral director and consultant.

read moreWe use essential oils in the gentle and respectful preparation of the body, as through experience we know that embalming is an invasive and unnecessary procedure in most cases. We dress the deceased in their own clothes, or use organic cotton shrouds. The coffins and urns we promote are made from natural, sustainable materials, such as willow, bamboo, untreated pine, wool, cardboard and recycled paper. Several studies have shown that family involvement throughout the funeral process is an important factor within the grieving process, yet many funeral directors would not want families to be present during some of the procedures they carry out in preparing the body.