Funeral Study Day at The Coffin Works
The Coffin Works 13 - 15 Fleet Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomA day of talks aiming to bring academics, the funeral industry and the general public together to share knowledge about funerals. What better way for the Coffin Works to to kick off their contributions to Dying Matters Week and A Matter of Life and Death Festival! A diverse programme includes curious tales from Arnos Vale […]
Open Day at Sandwell Valley Crematorium
Sandwell Valley Crematorium Newton Road, West Bromwich, West Midlands, United KingdomBehind the scenes at Sandwell Valley Crematorium, a chance to see what goes on, what your choices are and how you can plan in advance.
City of the Dead with Ben Waddington
Opposite Five Ways Station Islington Row Middleway, BirminghamCity of the Dead first ran during A Matter of Life and Death Festival in 2017 and we are delighted to see that Ben is bringing it back, although you'll need to be quick to book, it sold out very fast last time. The City of the Dead guided walk takes its name from the […]
Death in the Middle Ages
Weoley Castle Alwold Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham, United KingdomA Tour and Talk exploring the subject of Death in the Middle Ages followed by a Death Café. What was death like 700 years ago? How did people commemorate their dead? Find out more in this intriguing talk and tour of Weoley Castle Ruins, followed by an open conversation about death and dying today. A […]