Friendly, approachable and always professional. Will help with every aspect of the funeral at a…read morevery difficult time its a comfort to have such genuine people there to help.

Lovely Cemetery, So Peaceful and Pretty There, The Workmen are great too, especially Ivor you cant…read moreget more of a nice and helpful man than him.

I contacted Daffyd at Harp Funeral Services to ask a question about a local Jewish Cemetery and he…read moretook time out of his busy day to find the information I needed. That's what I call friendly service.

It might seem odd reviewing a cemetery, but this one linking the Cathays and Heath areas of Cardiff…read moreis such a tranquil green space that it deserves it. It's one of Britain's biggest and most impressive cemeteries, covering almost 35 hectares, with thousands of memorials dating from 1859 onwards, including some well-known historical Cardiff characters. Granted, not everyone wants to hang out in a cemetery - but in fact lots of people do visit this one, whether it's to do research, follow the self-guided heritage trail, or just to enjoy the peace and quiet. There's loads of wildlife here, too, as there are lots of mature and exotic trees and other landscaping features that attract birds, animals, fungi and flowers. If it doesn't creep you out, it can also be interesting reading some of the old grave stones, which contain so much of the city's history - and to see the listed buildings within the site, including the chapels, gateway and forecourt walls. The main entrance to the cemetery is on Fairoak Road, but you can also get in on Allensbank Road and Lake Road West.

When I lived in Allensbank House, I often used to take walks through this cemetery, either as part…read moreof a more scenic route on my way to Crwys Road or town, or just for a walk. This cemetery is huge and stunningly beautiful, and it's so calm and peaceful that you almost forget about all the busy roads that run around it. There are some really old and interesting grave stones and buildings to look at, as well as beautiful trees and flowers, and, of course, plenty of birds and squirrels. Not necessarily somewhere you'll go for a family picnic, but great if you want an interesting walk, or somewhere to enjoy nature that's not as busy as Roath Park. If you follow the paths around, it can take you hours to get from one entrance to the other if you want it to; it's so big that you can just wander for as long as you want to without going round and round in the same circles. It might be an idea to check what time the gates close if you're going for an evening stroll, as I for one don't fancy the idea of getting locked in a cemetery overnight.

As funeral directors go - these people are elite. Form the moment you call, you just know…read moreeverything is going to be alright. They did everything for us; from arranging certificates through to ordering floral tributes, designing a unique orders of service and guided us on chosing hymns and music - everything was done by them, so everything is to their high standards. One of the few funeral directors with a web site - it's tasteful and informative and their funeral notices are published on line - they traditional and respectul but modern aswell sending digital recordings of the service to my nephew in Australia. - A great job superbly done - the consumate professionals.

attended friends funeral today great service and compasson shown to everyone family and friends…read morewould recommend everytime thanks

Many people would like to think they would not have need of a funeral director, but at some time or…read moreanother, we all will. I have had need of such a thing and on a bank holiday. The staff were marvellous, even though it was hard for them to hear what was required when dealing with an emotional person. The staff who work there were very kind and caring as I wished to have arrangements made for a child. I told them what I would like and they took care of the rest, without fuss or undue distress to me. I cannot thank them or praise them enough for what they did and how kind they were.

It's a sunny day; Cardiff is alive with the usual business of people who are all heading different…read moredirections with different agendas and different appearances. In among all of this bustling madness you can find a place to sit away from the main pedestrian traffic, street sellers and charity collectors. This is a place to let the city pass you by for a while. I often come here to sit and eat my lunch or just stop off and rest a while whilst enjoying a different setting away from the office. There are plenty of benches and although at times it can get quite crowded with city visitors seats can quickly become available again. I will sit here and complete a Sudoku, write some lyrics or poetry, check my emails on my phone or simply people watch. There's a walkway at either end with entrances and exits. Down 3 sides are cast iron railings separating you from the main pedestrian zones that surround both Cardiff's indoor market to one side, and Queen's arcade on another. The third side separates you from the walkway of Working Street and St John the Baptist church just beyond that. You will find an array of characters here that is for sure, but I have never been approached by anyone here for anything other than a light for their cigarette. For this reason, to me, this is an island in the sea of city I spend so much time in.

I find that it is not an overly regular occasion for someone to tell you that a cemetery is a…read morefantastic place to take a lunch break, but this is just such an occasion. This is a little haven in the centre of Cardiff between The Hayes and Cardiff Castle that is frequented by people with their packed lunch having a break on a bench. The St John The Baptist Cemetery Gardens are a fenced area that will allow you to look at the comings and going of The Cardiff Market and an entrance to St. David's 2, if it's a pleasant day then you can find yourself sitting in an area that is at once part of and shut off from the city centre, somewhere to sit for half an hour with a good book before venturing into the melee of a Cardiff shopping experience.

I had to arrange a cremation in Cardiff during the pandemic. I live in Vancouver Canada and dreaded…read morethe day I would need to step up and bury a parent. The company and John Cammel were excellent and handled everything for me. They even held on to the ashes until I was able to get back from Canada for an interment. Can't say I have ever rated a funeral directors before! I would have no hesitation of using this firm again