Events
We can’t wait for our ‘Better Together’ gathering on October 3rd, it’s going to be amazing!
Some tickets are still available, and if you can’t make it in person, why not join us online?
Don’t miss out, book your place now by clicking here.
Better Together Conference
‘Inspirational speakers in an inspirational setting’
A day for people who work in end-of-life care, funerals and bereavement support, packed with inspiring talks and learning, in the beautiful setting of the UK’s largest woodland burial ground.
Our fantastic speakers:
Amber Jeffrey – The Grief Gang – our keynote speaker who has so much to share from her work with other bereaved people
Dr. Hannah Rumble (CDAS, University of Bath) – talking about natural burial as a healing environment
Natasha Bradshaw (Superintendent, Mortlake Crematorium) – sharing her work at this wonderful crematorium at the heart of its community
Christopher Koller (Greenacres Living Memorial Parks) – talking about building destinations that families want to visit, and the role of ritual, pilgrimage and reflection
Mat Crawley (ICCM) – sharing news and insight from the world of cemeteries and crematoria
Mohamed Omer MBE (Gardens of Peace) – talking about the role of faith and learnings from the Muslim community
Isabel Russo – (Liminal Time) – sharing her work with the Liminal Time workshops
Rachel Hawthorn – (the Luddenden Shroud) – talking about her work plus a screening of her beautiful film about the making of the shroud
Judith Dandy (Dandelion Farewells) – talking about her work as a funeral director in the heart of a community
Panel and Q&A – all
Ticket prices £75 including lunch and refreshments.
Online attendance £30
Numbers are limited – book your place now here!
Liminal Time Workshops
- Date: various dates throughout 2026:
- Time: 10.00 - 18.00
- Location: Various - see 'more info' below
The Liminal Time Workshops were developed by GFG directors Isabel Russo and Fran Hall, and are hosted by Isabel at venues around the UK.
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