Woodside Sympathy Flowers & Funeral Tributes

At Woodside Florist, we know how important it is to express love and remembrance with the right sympathy flowers. From our studio in Woodside, close to Croydon and South Norwood, we carefully handcraft every arrangement to convey comfort, respect and support.

Whether you need classic wreaths, elegant coffin sprays, gentle pastel bouquets for the family home, or simple white lilies, our experienced local florist team will guide you with sensitivity. We regularly deliver to homes, churches and funeral directors near Woodside Green, along Portland Road and around Ashburton Park, ensuring your tribute arrives fresh and on time.

We offer same-day delivery on all sympathy flowers across Woodside, Shirley and surrounding areas when you order online before 3 PM. Every stem is checked, conditioned and arranged by hand - no generic warehouse packing, just thoughtful work from florists who genuinely care.

  • Handcrafted funeral wreaths, sprays and sheaves
  • Sympathy bouquets for home delivery with personal message cards
  • Local, reliable same-day delivery from a trusted Woodside florist

If you're unsure what to choose, we're here to help you select the right tribute, tailored to the person you're remembering. Trust Woodside Florist to handle every detail with dignity, compassion and true local expertise.

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SYMPATHY FLOWERS
A thoughtfully composed sympathy bouquet of blue and cream roses rests against a crisp white backdrop, its rounded, almost spherical shape giving a feeling of completeness and quiet support. The deep blue roses glow with a rich sapphire hue, their layered petals forming velvety rosettes that stand out boldly among the paler blooms. Nestled beside them, creamy ivory roses open more softly, their gently unfurling petals resembling folded satin, offering a tender contrast that lightens the eye and the mood. Threaded throughout the bouquet are small clusters of delicate white baby's breath, each tiny flower like a whisper, softening the transitions between the larger heads and adding a fine, cloud-like mist. Dark, glossy green foliage forms a subtle collar at the base and between the flowers, giving depth and a natural freshness that suggests a stroll through the quieter, tree-lined corners of Woodside. The stems are visible beneath the rounded mass of blooms, aligned neatly and bound together, emphasising that this is a hand-crafted, fresh-cut arrangement prepared with care by a local florist. Clear, even lighting illuminates every detail, from the texture of the rose petals to the airy sprays of gypsophila, creating a sense of clarity and tranquillity. This blue and cream rose bouquet, with its measured balance of strong and gentle tones, feels ideal for offering sincere condolences, for placing beside a framed photograph at a remembrance service in Woodside, or for sending as a comforting gesture to someone navigating loss and reflection at home.
REMEMBRANCE
£80.00
This image shows a serene white and green bouquet standing upright against a clean, unbroken white background, every stem and petal sharply defined. The main impression is of softness and order: domed clusters of daisy-like white chrysanthemums fill the centre, their neat, layered petals radiating around luminous yellow-green eyes. These cheerful yet gentle blooms press closely together, creating a comforting, pillow-like mass of white that feels suitable for a sympathy gesture or a quiet bedside in Woodside. Emerging gracefully from within are elongated lily buds, still closed, their tapered forms wrapped in pale green with subtle creamy hints at the tips. They lift the eye upward, adding height and a sense of future unfolding, as though the arrangement will continue to evolve in the days after delivery. Threaded delicately between chrysanthemums and lilies are clouds of tiny white gypsophila, like a fine veil or morning fog drifting through a local park after rain. Around the edges, deep green foliage with a satin-like sheen provides contrast, framing the flowers and grounding the composition. The bouquet is wrapped in layers: an inner cocoon of rustic brown kraft paper that gives a natural, earthy character, reminiscent of market bunches along Woodside's quieter residential streets, and an outer skin of clear, softly crinkled cellophane that catches the light in subtle reflections. The stems are tightly gathered and secured at the base, keeping the shape compact and ready to carry to a funeral service or to a grieving friend's home. Overall, the bouquet conveys purity, solace, and a sense of respectful remembrance, beautifully suited to expressing heartfelt condolences within the Woodside community.
PURE ELEGANCE
£65.00
SYMPATHY FLORIST CHOICE £100
£100.00
This image shows a thoughtfully crafted sympathy bouquet, photographed in intimate close-up as if you were seated right beside it in a calm Woodside living room. At the heart of the arrangement are numerous creamy white roses, each bloom fully open yet still fresh, with layered petals forming classic spiral centres that convey purity and gentleness. Around and between these roses floats a halo of delicate filler flowers in soft lavender, pale lilac, and hints of pink, their tiny clustered petals giving a cloud-like, almost ethereal effect. These pastel tones create a gentle contrast that softens the formality of the roses, making the bouquet feel tender and approachable, ideal for moments of remembrance or quiet reflection after a service at a nearby chapel. All the flowers are gathered into a tall, cylindrical clear glass vase filled with clean water, through which the long green stems are clearly visible, arranged with care so they cross and fan out gracefully. The vase stands on a pristine white surface that catches the light, adding a sense of clarity and stillness. In the background, the scene fades into a soft blur of light grey and white, suggesting a bright but subdued indoor setting, perhaps near a window overlooking one of Woodside's tree-lined streets. Gentle daylight spills across the roses, highlighting their velvety texture and giving the lavender filler flowers a soft, luminous shimmer. The bouquet radiates a feeling of quiet support, as though it has been arranged to sit on a console table or tribute stand, offering solace and respect to a grieving family while remaining beautifully simple and sincere.
PEARL MEMORIES
£60.00
In the image, a tall, cylindrical glass vase holds a thoughtfully composed sympathy bouquet, bathed in soft, even daylight that recalls a calm Woodside morning. Creamy white roses form the central focus, each bloom opening in layered, velvety whorls that suggest tenderness and quiet strength. Nestled among them are graceful stems of alstroemeria, their petals touched with lavender, mauve, and hints of fresh green, creating gentle ripples of colour that never overpower the bouquet's restful mood. Fine sprays of white baby's breath drift between the main flowers, like a veil of tiny stars, giving the arrangement a light, floating quality and softening any hard edges. Surrounding foliage in rich, varied greens-some leaves broad and shining, others slender and more textured-creates a natural cradle for the blossoms, adding structure while still feeling loose and organic. The stems are clearly visible through the water-filled vase, perfectly aligned but not overly rigid, conveying the sense that an experienced florist has placed each one with care. Behind the bouquet, a brilliantly bright white background, blurred and unobtrusive, pushes the flowers forward visually and makes the whites appear even more pristine. This design feels particularly suited to moments of remembrance across Woodside, perhaps resting on a sideboard in a terraced house off Woodside Road or on a table during a small family gathering. It carries a message of compassion and support, expressed through subtle colour and quiet beauty rather than grand gesture.
MAKE A WISH
£60.00
FLORIST CHOICE 200
SYMPATHY FLORIST CHOICE £200
£200.00
SYMPATHY FLORIST CHOICE £300
£300.00
A generous spray of white roses stretches diagonally across a spotless white background, like a stream of light flowing from one corner of the frame to the other. The bouquet, close to two dozen stems or more, is tightly gathered so that the blooms form a soft, cloud-like mass in the foreground, then gently thins out along the line of the stems. Each rose has creamy white petals that are still mostly furled, with some just beginning to curl back at the edges, revealing the familiar spiral that makes roses so beloved. At the base of a few outer petals, a tiny wash of pale green suggests how freshly these stems have been cut, as if they have only just arrived from the flower market.   

Behind the blossoms, a fan of long, straight stems runs toward the upper-right of the image, their deep green colour anchoring the composition. The foliage is lush and plentiful, with leaves in varying depths of emerald and forest green, some tinged with a faint reddish hue that hints at cool morning air in a Woodside garden. Set against the stark white background, every detail stands out: the velvety surface of each petal, the crisp line of each leaf, even the occasional thorn breaking the smooth rhythm of the stems. The lighting is clean and diffuse, reminiscent of soft daylight coming through a large shopfront window on Woodside High Road.   

To me, this bouquet feels like a quiet pause in the middle of the day, the kind of white rose arrangement someone might send to honour a loved one, celebrate a marriage, or bring peace to a bedside in a nearby Woodside home, carrying a message of respect, remembrance, and calm.
WHITE ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
A generous bundle of classic red roses lies diagonally across a clean white backdrop, as if freshly set down on a florist's workbench in Woodside just before being wrapped for delivery. The blooms gather in a dense, luxurious cluster on the left, their long stems streaming away to the right in a neat, green fan. Each individual rose is at its prime, with tightly layered, velvety petals unfolding from a deep, velvety heart into rich crimson cups. The lighting is bright and even, like soft daylight pouring through a shop window, revealing every subtle curve of the petals and giving the red tones a warm, romantic glow. Between the heads, dark, glossy foliage peeks through, its cool green hue heightening the drama of the red and suggesting freshly conditioned stems, perhaps just unpacked from the morning delivery that serves local Woodside homes and small businesses. The stems are straight and sturdy, some bearing understated thorns that remind you these are real garden-grown roses, not artificial imitations. The pure white background keeps the focus entirely on the flowers, amplifying their emotional message and creating a sense of calm around the intensity of the colour. This is the sort of bouquet someone in Woodside might send after a special dinner, an anniversary celebrated close to home, or a quiet walk through nearby tree-lined streets, when words feel too small for what they wish to say. The arrangement radiates love, passion, and a touch of old-fashioned grandeur, ideal for Valentine's Day, romantic surprises, or any occasion where the heart wants to speak clearly.
RED ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£95.00
Laid gracefully on a pristine white surface, this cluster of approximately two dozen long-stemmed pink roses appears as though it has just been prepared in a calm back room of a Woodside flower shop, ready to be wrapped for a thoughtful sympathy delivery. The roses share a soft blush tone, with gentle transitions into dusty rose and pale lavender-pink at the heart of each tightly spiralled bloom. Some blossoms are still neatly budded, petals cupped closely together, while others have opened just enough to reveal their layered structure, like quiet breaths of comfort. Their velvety petals look cool and smooth, catching the light in delicate highlights that emphasize how freshly cut they are. Around the blooms, dense clusters of dark, healthy green leaves frame the flowers, offering visual depth and a sense of grounded calm. The stems, long and straight, fan towards the top right of the image, suggesting the easy, natural lines of a hand-tied arrangement resting for a moment on a white table. The bright but gentle lighting casts almost no shadow, allowing the roses and foliage to stand out with clarity and softness, as if seen in soft daylight streaming over Woodside's tree-lined streets. The overall impression is one of hushed elegance: a bouquet that would feel at home on a remembrance table, at a wake, or delivered to a family needing gentle support. It carries the quiet language of sympathy flowers-tender, respectful, and unobtrusively beautiful, offering solace without overwhelming the senses.
PINK ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
A generous cluster of approximately twenty-four long-stemmed yellow roses lies gracefully across a spotless white background, the blooms positioned so they gently overlap like small suns in a calm sky. Each rose head is unique: some still tightly cupped at the centre, others beginning to unfurl their silky petals, revealing spirals of warm, honeyed yellow. The petals appear soft to the touch, with delicate edges that curl outward, catching subtle highlights as though lit by soft daylight streaming through a window in a quiet Woodside home. Surrounding the blossoms, rich dark green leaves fan out in natural, slightly irregular patterns, with a few lighter undersides peeking through to create a sense of depth and movement. The stems, slim and naturally curved, gather together towards one side, showing this is clearly a hand-gathered bouquet, not a stiff, formal arrangement. There are no distracting elements-just the roses and foliage against clean white, an intentional simplicity that feels calm and reflective. This poised, luminous bouquet would be a gentle presence at a funeral service, a bedside in a hospice, or a family home in Woodside receiving condolences, offering a quiet message of friendship, remembrance, and hope. You can almost sense the faint, sweet scent drifting through still air, softening an otherwise heavy day. Crafted with the same care that local florists bring to sympathy tributes and condolences, this image honours the understated beauty of yellow roses when offered as a heartfelt gesture of support and shared sorrow.
YELLOW ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
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