- Centre for Death and Society
- Bath University centre, devoted to the study and research of social aspects of death, dying and bereavement. Provides information on courses available as well as details of current and past research.
- Cremation Society of Great Britain
- Offers a history of cremation in Great Britain as well as useful information for relatives on what to expect.
- The Dark Tourism Forum
- Research project, led by the University of Central Lancaster, which explores matters related to dark tourism - travel to sites associated with death and suffering. Includes FAQ, articles, research links and case studies.
- Dignity in Dying
- Campaigning organisation promoting patient choice at the end of life. Provides advice on rights, living wills, palliative care, plus medical opinion and people's stories.
- If I Should Die
- Offers a range of advice on arranging and handling funerals and burials, plus information on helping those recently bereaved.
- Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management
- Represents professionals working in burial and cremation authorities and companies throughout the UK. Includes training information, supplier directory and newsletter.
- The Mausolea and Monuments Trust
- Charitable trust for the protection and preservation of mausolea and funerary monuments; features gazetteer and membership information.
- Terminal Illness
- Contains articles on understanding and coping with terminal illness, ranging from practical options to seeking support and sharing the news.
- What To Do After A Death
- Government site provides clear advice on what to do in the immediate aftermath of a death, including information on coroners, inquests and death abroad.
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