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Gordon Blake Funeral Directors

Independent Funeral Directors with funeral homes in Lydney and Cinderford. Established in 1982.

Gordon Blake Funeral Director is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

05/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who’s submitted a memorial candle so far. We’ve now started to create your personalised virtual candle posts, and they’ll begin to appear on our page shortly.

If you don't see your candle yet, please don't worry, we’ll share it soon. If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/300667

02/03/2026

Remember your loved ones this Mother’s Day.

From 02 March - 16 March we’ll be posting remembrance candles as a special token to those who can’t be with us this Mother’s Day.

If you would like to create a remembrance candle, please click the link below where you can choose a design and write a short message to a loved one.
Your candles will be posted to our page throughout the period.

https://gbnf.online/300667

27/02/2026

National Funeral Planning Awareness Week

This week is an opportunity to help families think about their funeral wishes, because some conversations make all the difference.

Identifying your funeral wishes early can give peace of mind not only to your family but to yourself.

Why not download the leaflet below and start the conversation that really matters

25/02/2026

We’re pleased to announce the return of Light a Candle for this year!

You will soon be able to create online memorials to remember your loved ones this Mother’s Day.

We'll be sharing virtual candles on our page between 02 March - 16 March. Remember, there is no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial. Look out for updates...

23/02/2026

National Funeral Planning Awareness Week: A Conversation That Matters

This week is all about National Funeral Planning Awareness Week, an opportunity to help families make informed decisions during a difficult time.

Funeral planning isn’t just about the end of life; it’s about peace of mind for both you and your loved ones. By planning ahead, you help ensure that your wishes are honoured, and your family is supported.

Here’s why funeral planning is so important:
✔️ Reduces stress for your family
✔️ Ensures your personal wishes are recorded
✔️ Helps prevent financial surprises
✔️ Offers comfort and peace of mind

At [funeral director] we’re here to help guide you through every step of the process, with compassion and care. If you have any questions or want to learn more, don’t hesitate to reach out.

20/02/2026

National Funeral Planning Awareness Week is Coming!

As your local funeral director, we want to let you that National Funeral Planning Awareness Week is taking place from 23 February to 2 March 2026.

This week is dedicated to helping families understand the importance of planning ahead, so they can focus on what truly matters during difficult times. Whether it’s pre-planning your funeral or discussing options with loved ones, it’s about creating peace of mind for the future.

Together, we can make funeral planning easier for you and your family.

17/02/2026

JOHN HEAL
1941 - 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of John Heal.
Much loved Husband of the late Monica, Dad of Paul, Ali and Simon and
a loving Grampy who will be sadly missed by all his family.

John will be remembered by so many families in Coleford and district as a jovial character who, for more than 50 years, served our local community in times of sorrow.

16/02/2026

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee/Assistant Monumental Mason to join our team...

13/02/2026

When the time comes that we need to engage the services of a Funeral Director, we believe that trust is of paramount importance.
This is why it is important to select a Funeral Director who is a member of a recognised trade association. Gordon Blake Funeral Directors are proud members of both the National Association of Funeral Directors and SAIF independent funeral directors and as such are regularly inspected. We are also regularly inspected by the IFSO (the Independent Funeral Standards Organisation), to ensure that our premises, facilities and team achieve the highest possible standards.
If you have any queries, or wish to discuss any aspect of our services, please do not hesitate to contact us.

20/01/2026

Gordon Blake Funeral Directors are proud to announce that in 2025 our families have raised an incredible £22,550 in memory of their loved ones for charity.
£12,200 of this has been given online though our online tribute pages created in conjunction with MuchLoved.
What a wonderful amount collected for charities (many of whom are local to the community we serve).
Gifting online is easy to do and means that Gift-Aid can also be added onto your donation- meaning the charity get even more from each donation.
Our personalised pages are free of charge and act as both a funeral notice and a lasting tribute to your loved one, where photos and thoughts can be added.
What a wonderful amount collected for charities (many of whom are local to the community we serve).

19/01/2026

*This position has now been filled*
We are currently recruiting for a Funeral Director to join our team...

Address

Autumn Leaves Funeral Home, Albert Street
Lydney
GL155LU

Telephone

+441594844116

Website

http://www.gordon-blake.co.uk/

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