Death and dying
We explore life's inescapable certainty, as Richard Wilson puts Two Feet In The Grave and BBC Four considers The Art Of Death.
Considering death
Richard Wilson, a funeral director and a crematorium designer are just some of our experts talking death.
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Dan Cruickshank interview
Dr. Carol Komaromy interviews Dan Cruickshank, presenter of The Art of Dying, about his experience of filming the programme
Death & dying course
The Open University offers a course in death & dying. Kate Woodthorpe explains what people get out of studying death.
Taking it further
Explore the last great adventure in more depth; we've chosen books, weblinks and courses for taking it futher.
Where to find support
If you are experiencing bereavement, there are several organisations that can offer help and support.