Funeral Wreaths Liverpool

The Symbolism of Funeral Wreaths

The circular design of funeral wreaths carries profound meaning that transcends cultures and centuries. With no beginning and no end, the wreath's shape represents eternity, the continuity of life, and the everlasting nature of love and memories. This symbolic circle also expresses unity and wholeness - a comforting message for grieving families as they gather to celebrate the life of someone cherished. When placed at funerals, these floral wreaths become poignant reminders that, whilst loved ones may depart, their legacy and impact endure forever.​

The tradition of funeral wreaths dates back to ancient Greece and Rome, where laurel wreaths signified honour and victory, often placed on the heads of triumphant warriors. Over millennia, wreaths evolved to symbolise peace and remembrance, becoming staples at memorial services throughout the Western world. Today, funeral wreaths remain amongst the most recognisable and meaningful floral tributes in British funeral culture.​

Types of Funeral Wreaths

Traditional Circular Wreaths

Classic circular wreaths represent the most traditional design, featuring flowers arranged uniformly around a complete ring. These elegant arrangements typically incorporate white lilies, roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums with lush greenery providing natural texture and depth. Traditional wreaths suit formal services, older generations, or families preferring conventional funeral flower etiquette. Their timeless beauty ensures they remain appropriate for all faiths and cultural backgrounds.​

Heart-Shaped Wreaths

Heart-shaped wreaths offer touching alternatives to circular designs, explicitly expressing love that transcends death. Particularly appropriate for spouses, partners, parents, and children, these emotional arrangements visually represent enduring bonds between the deceased and their loved ones. Heart wreaths require exceptional florist skill to construct, with flowers carefully positioned to create recognisable shapes whilst maintaining fullness and beauty from all viewing angles.​

Contemporary and Modern Wreaths

Modern funeral wreaths embrace asymmetrical designs, unusual flower combinations, and bold colours that celebrate life rather than simply mourning death. These contemporary arrangements might feature ethereal compositions with roses, pampas grass, and orchids creating striking visual statements. Some designs incorporate natural elements like willow branches or moss, offering organic, woodland aesthetics that appeal to nature lovers. Contemporary wreaths allow families to move beyond traditional funeral conventions whilst maintaining dignity appropriate for memorial services.​

Flower Selection and Meanings

Lilies

Lilies reign supreme as the most popular choice for funeral wreaths in the UK, representing restored innocence and eternal life. White stargazer lilies symbolise sympathy and compassion for grieving families, oriental lilies represent majesty and grace, and peace lilies suggest rebirth following death. Their elegant structure and fragrance add sophistication to wreath designs whilst conveying profound funeral symbolism.​

Roses

Roses bring elegance and meaning to funeral wreaths, with colour-specific symbolism that allows for precise emotional expression. White roses represent purity, reverence, and humility, making them perfect for traditional wreaths. Red roses express enduring love and respect, soft pink roses convey grace and remembrance, and yellow roses celebrate friendship and shared joy. A single rose placed within a wreath symbolises eternal love, creating a powerful focal point.​

Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums hold particular significance in funeral flowers, with some cultures considering them so closely tied to mourning that gifting them at other occasions would be inappropriate. White chrysanthemums symbolise faith, comfort, and loyalty, whilst their varied shapes make them versatile additions to wreath designs of any style. Their hardy nature ensures wreaths remain beautiful throughout extended services and afterwards.​

Carnations

Long-lasting carnations provide excellent structure and colour in funeral wreaths. Pink carnations specifically represent remembrance, white carnations signify pure love and innocence, and red carnations express admiration and respect. Their association with Christianity - some believe the first carnations bloomed from Mary's tears as Jesus carried the cross - adds spiritual meaning to their inclusion in funeral tributes.​

Who Can Send Funeral Wreaths?

Funeral wreaths are appropriate from both family members and friends, offering versatility that suits various relationships with the deceased. Close family members often choose wreaths as primary tributes, whilst extended relatives, friends, and colleagues select them to express meaningful condolences without overshadowing immediate family arrangements. Wreaths are particularly popular for group tributes, with workplace colleagues or community organisations pooling resources to create substantial displays that represent collective sympathies.​

According to funeral flower etiquette, acquaintances and business associates may send wreaths alongside other arrangements, except for tributes specifically reserved for immediate family, such as casket sprays. The circular wreath's universal symbolism makes it a safe, respectful choice regardless of relationship depth or cultural background.​

Wreath Sizes and Placement

Funeral wreaths come in various sizes to suit different requirements and budgets. Standard wreaths typically measure 14-20 inches in diameter, providing substantial visual impact whilst remaining appropriately scaled for most service venues. Smaller wreaths measuring 10-14 inches offer modest yet meaningful tributes suitable for intimate services or when multiple arrangements are anticipated. Oversized memorial wreaths exceeding 24 inches can serve as dramatic centrepieces or backdrops for entire services, gathering the visual energy of memorial spaces.​

Wreaths are traditionally displayed on easels positioned near the coffin or throughout service venues. Their circular design ensures a beautiful appearance from all viewing angles, making them ideal for central positioning during memorial services. Some families choose to hang wreaths from stands or even suspend them from trees for outdoor celebrations of life.​

Delivery Throughout Liverpool and Wirral

Fishlocks provides comprehensive funeral wreath delivery throughout Liverpool, ensuring your tributes arrive at any memorial venue in perfect condition. We deliver to both Anfield Crematorium on Priory Road - Liverpool's historic Grade II* listed facility established in 1896 - and Springwood Crematorium in south Liverpool. Our service extends to all Liverpool City Council-operated cemeteries, including Allerton Cemetery, Anfield Cemetery, Everton Cemetery, Kirkdale Cemetery, Toxteth Cemetery, and West Derby Cemetery.​

We serve Liverpool's magnificent cathedrals, including the imposing Liverpool Anglican Cathedral on St James Mount, stretching 621 feet as Britain's largest cathedral, and the distinctive modern Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King on Mount Pleasant. Additionally, we deliver to parish churches throughout the city, including the historic Church of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas, Holy Trinity Church in Wavertree, and countless other Anglican, Catholic, and independent churches across all Liverpool neighbourhoods.​

Our Wirral coverage encompasses Birkenhead, Wallasey, Bebington, Heswall, Hoylake, West Kirby, and surrounding communities, with delivery to Landican Cemetery and Crematorium and churches throughout the peninsula.​

Personalising Funeral Wreaths

At Fishlocks flowers, we specialise in creating bespoke funeral wreaths that reflect each individual's personality and preferences. We incorporate the deceased's favourite colours regardless of traditional funeral conventions, include specific flowers that held personal significance, add personalised ribbon sashes with meaningful messages or names, and incorporate elements reflecting hobbies, interests, or professional achievements.​

For football supporters, we create wreaths in team colours featuring club emblems, whilst gardening enthusiasts might receive wreaths emphasising seasonal blooms and natural foliage. These personalised touches transform standard wreaths into authentic celebrations of unique lives.​

Ordering Funeral Wreaths

We recommend ordering funeral wreaths as early as possible, ideally three to five days before services, allowing adequate time for sourcing premium flowers and meticulous construction. When ordering, provide details about the deceased's personality, favourite colours, and any specific preferences mentioned during life. Share information about service venues and timing to ensure appropriate sizing and timely delivery.​

Fishlocks works closely with funeral directors across Liverpool and Wirral, coordinating funeral flower delivery logistics and ensuring wreaths are displayed appropriately during services. Our reputation for reliability and quality craftsmanship has made us a trusted partner to numerous funeral homes, funeral agencies and churches across the region.​

Why Choose Fishlocks

At Fishlocks, we understand that funeral wreaths represent far more than decorative displays - they're powerful symbols of eternal love and remembrance that provide comfort when words alone cannot suffice. Our experienced florists source only the freshest, highest-quality blooms to ensure wreaths remain beautiful throughout services and beyond. We combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design sensibilities to create funeral wreaths that genuinely honour individual lives with dignity, beauty, and heartfelt compassion. We also offer bespoke funeral tributes, funeral and casket sprays, funeral posies and a full range of funeral flowers and arrangements.