Our Services
Guidance, Dignity & Care — Every Step of the Way
At Arlington Funeral Services, we understand that every funeral is personal. That’s why our services are designed to support families gently — with clear guidance, experienced care, and continuity from the moment your loved one comes into our care.
From traditional arrangements to lasting tributes and thoughtful choices, we are here to help shape a meaningful farewell that reflects your loved one’s life, values and personality.
Funeral Transport & Fleet
Dignified, Traditional and Professional
Our vehicles ensure that your loved one’s final journey is carried out with respect, care and attention to detail. Our standard fleet includes:
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Mercedes Hearse
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Mercedes Limousines for family and close friends
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Accessibility support for those who require assistance
We will guide you through the arrangements gently, ensuring all travel plans and timings are handled with precision and professionalism.
Special Requests
We understand that personal touches can matter deeply. If you wish to reflect a hobby, interest or tradition, we can help arrange bespoke vehicle options such as:
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Horse-drawn carriage
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Motorcycle and sidecar hearse
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Vintage vehicle hire
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Tractor or specialist tribute vehicles
We will explore possibilities sensitively and explain costs clearly — with no pressure and respectful guidance throughout.
Floral Tributes, Personal Choices to Reflect a Life
Flowers often hold special meaning, and we work closely with trusted florists to create tributes that reflect your loved one’s personality and your family’s wishes.
Types of floral tributes include:
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Traditional wreaths
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Casket sprays and standing displays
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Hand-tied bouquets and posies
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Hearts, crosses and lettering
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Personalised or themed designs
Following the service, flowers can be taken home, placed at a memorial site, or donated to local care homes or hospitals.
Treasured Keepsakes & Memorial Items
Lasting Memories for Personal Comfort
Keepsakes can offer great comfort in the days and years ahead. We offer a selection of memorial options including:
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Cremation jewellery
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Fingerprint or handprint jewellery
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Ashes to glass pieces (hearts, spheres, paperweights)
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Memorial candles and memory books
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Personal photo displays and memory boxes
Our team can guide you through available options and help with ordering if you wish — always with sensitivity and clarity.
Urns and Ashes Containers
We offer a range of urns in various styles and materials — traditional, contemporary and eco-friendly options are available. We can advise on burial, scattering and memorial placement if required.
Stationery & Order of Service
We can create personalised stationery to reflect your loved one’s life and the tone of the service. Options include:
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Printed order of service sheets
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Readings and hymn selections
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Personal photos or messages
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Memory cards and condolence books
Families are welcome to send content by email, or we can help prepare everything on your behalf.
Our Commitment to Your Family
Every service at Arlington is overseen and delivered by our team — never outsourced. Your loved one remains in our care at all times, treated with dignity, respect and attention to detail.
You will be guided gently, with clear information and support at every stage.
If You Would Like to Talk Through Options
There is no pressure and no obligation — just a conversation whenever you’re ready.
Arlington Funeral Services
Address: Arlington House, Ford Green Rd, Smallthorne, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 1NX
Call Us : 01782 818888
Email: arlingtonfs@btconnect.com
