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Sympathy Flowers

There are some things that are difficult to say, or feelings too big for words. Tell someone you're thinking of them, or say farewell with a bouquet. Here you'll find our range of sympathy flowers, delivered with care to help you express your condolences. If you need help with writing a sympathy card to someone who has been bereaved, we've worked with the charities Sue Ryder and the Lullaby Trust on some helpful tips and prompts.
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Why choose Arena Flowers?

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Send a thoughtful gesture, or say a special goodbye to a loved one, with our perfectly designed sympathy and funeral range.

Our florists have designed our bouquets with great care and attention to detail, providing beautiful arrangements that can be gifted to friends, family and loved ones during times of bereavement and sympathy.

A tasteful white bouquet is a thoughtful way to send your condolences, with understated hues fitting for the occasion.

What our customers have to say

4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Very happy with the bouquet

Very happy with the bouquet

By George Head15 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

SPEED

SPEED, EFFICIENCY & EASE OF WEBSITE. BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS

By Gwynny williams14 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Great flowers, great customer service

Due entirely to the DPD carriers the first bouquet arrived late & damaged. Customer Service department was excellent (I spoke to Christine). Polite, apologetic, reactive,...

By IDP, Leeds14 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Very good experience all round

A nice human at the end of the phone. What a treat these days! Was kept informed of delivery tracking Flowers travelled well and delivered on...

By Zena14 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

The site was really easy to navigate

The site was really easy to navigate, I was informed when they were out for delivery & when they’d had arrived. They were perfect for...

By Susan12 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Lots of choice

Lots of choice. No faffin over payment. Arrived on time and my niece loved them. What more can i ask??

By Gwynny williams12 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent service

Excellent service - couldn’t deliver on day but we really good at keeping me informed. Have used them a few times and would continue in...

By Richard Brackley11 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Believe we are now in 3rd year of…

Believe we are now in 3rd year of receiving monthly flowers. Always provide a varied and generous display.Will continue to subscribe and recommend.

By stephen11 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent service

Excellent service

By Peter Campbell11 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

A beautiful bouquet that doesn't cost the earth

A beautiful bouquet, processed quickly and delivered on time. Good value for money, greetings card included and ethically sound. They plant 2 trees for every...

By Amanda Burton11 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Flowers were very beautiful

Flowers were very beautiful

By Christine 10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Peace of mind

Sending flowers to someone who lives in a different country can be a daunting experience. Knowing that the flowers will be of a high quality,...

By Ian10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

My mum loved her flowers

Easy to navigate website, great choice, well packaged and good delivery service.

By Natalie F10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Such quick and lovely delivery

Such quick and lovely delivery

By Louis10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent service

Excellent service! There was an issue with delivery and the Arena team sorted it out immediately. The flowers were beautiful on receipt, excellent quality -...

By CJ10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

GORGEOUS!!

I’ve both received flowers from here and given. Beautiful flowers packed amazingly well with both more affordable and glam options. Will definitely buy from here...

By P P10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Better than expected

The bouquet that I ordered was far and away more impressive than I was expecting. My mum was thrilled with what she received

By Sean Wareham10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Post box flowers

Well packed, good delivery and very good value for money. Thank you

By STORAGE CONTROL SYSTEMS LTD.10 Apr 2025
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Recipient absolutely loved the flowers…

Recipient absolutely loved the flowers that were delivered as promised

By Louise Jane Maynard10 Apr 2025
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The deliveries have always arrived on…

The deliveries have always arrived on time, the flowers are always fresh and great value for money

By Amanda Malyn10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Flowers still great after 2 weeks

Great next day service and lovely flowers. Mum says they're still looking great after almost two weeks so obviously veey good quality! Will buy from...

By JV10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

They were fresh and vibrant just what I…

They were fresh and vibrant just what I wanted to make Mums day x My Mum absolutely loved them. Thank you

By Deborah Olde10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Easy to order, beautiful choice of flowers.

Easy to order . Lovely selection of flowers . Updated on delivery . Great service.

By Sarah Beni10 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful flowers delivered on time

Beautiful flowers delivered on time. Recipient was delighted with them

By Denise Richardson9 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Perfect 👌 very happy

Perfect 👌 very happy

By Campbell Davidson9 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Excellent service 💯

Excellent service 💯

By Aidan Gilheany9 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

A late order for Mothers’s Day but what a beautiful one!

I ordered flowers for Mothers Day the day before due to being in hospital, so to be honest I figured I had left it way...

By Mrs Cartwright9 Apr 2025
4.5 out of five star rating on Trustpilot

Beautiful bouquet 💐

Flowers were gorgeous and still looking fresh after a week. Plenty of flowers and good quality.

By Bev Stones9 Apr 2025
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Flowers arrived wilted and rose were…

Flowers arrived wilted and rose were very brown. They barely bloomed. UPDATE: the team called me and sent me a new bouquet. Very kind :)

By SH9 Apr 2025
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Amazing quick turnaround for Mother’s…

Amazing quick turnaround for Mother’s Day. Saved my bacon

By Mike 9 Apr 2025
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FAQs about Sympathy & Funeral Flowers

What are the most appropriate flowers for funerals?
Typically bouquets white and green in colour are the most appropriate flowers to send for a funeral or sympathetic occasion.
How much are funeral flowers or wreaths?
We have a range of bouquets that would be appropriate for funerals or celebrations of life. We currently do not make any funeral arrangements like wreath and or floral letters.
Can you make floral letters spelling a word or name?
We currently do not make any funeral arrangements like wreaths, sheafs or floral letters.
What to write on a funeral or sympathy card with the flowers?

Writing sympathy messages can be difficult but they don't have to be overly complicated. We asked our charity partner Sue Ryder for some tips.

Sometimes keeping it simple is best:

  • "We’re thinking of you at this difficult time and sending you a big hug and lots of love."
  • "I don’t really know what to say, but I want you to know that I am thinking about you at this difficult time."
  • "I am so sorry for the loss you are experiencing with this bereavement.  I’ll touch base with you in a couple of weeks and when you’re ready let’s meet up."

Alternatively, you could be more personal in your message.

  • "We are so sorry to hear about [your relative description/name].  They were such an incredible person and we will never forget [insert a memory or anecdote]."
  • "I’m really sorry to hear about [your relative description/name]. Please know that we’re all thinking of you and if there’s anything you need - [how you can help e.g. the school run, a meal being dropped round, walking the dog or popping out for a coffee], we are only a text or a phone call away."
  • "I am so sorry for your loss. [He/She/They] filled a room with laughter and they will be so missed." 
  • "We are so sorry for your loss. We will touch base with you in a couple of weeks and when you’re ready, let’s meet up and go to [their favourite place]."

If you need a little more help, here's a very useful blog on the topic from the Sue Ryder website.