Ilford Sprays & Sheaves by Ilford Flowers

At Ilford Flowers, we create elegant funeral sprays and sheaves that offer a gentle, dignified farewell. As an experienced local florist on and around Ilford Lane and close to High Road Ilford, our team understands how important it is to get every detail just right at such a sensitive time.

Each design is hand-crafted by our skilled florists using fresh, long-lasting flowers, carefully arranged to reflect your loved one's personality, faith, or favourite colours. Whether you need a classic casket spray, a simple tied sheaf, or something more personalised, we guide you kindly and professionally from first enquiry to delivery at the chapel, crematorium, or home.

We offer reliable same-day delivery across Ilford and nearby areas, including Seven Kings, Barking and Gants Hill, on orders placed before 3 PM. You can visit us near Valentines Park or conveniently order online for direct delivery to local funeral directors and venues.

  • Thoughtfully designed sprays and sheaves, created by expert florists
  • Local knowledge of Ilford chapels, churches and crematoriums
  • Discreet, punctual delivery with same-day options before 3 PM

As a trusted Ilford florist, we're here to help you choose meaningful, beautifully presented bouquets, sprays and sheaves that express your sentiments with grace. If you're unsure where to start, our friendly team will talk you through the options and ensure your tribute is both respectful and memorable.

Our Customer Support Team works closely with the Funeral Directors to ensure timely and precise delivery.

SPRAYS/SHEAVES
FAITHFUL GUARDIAN SPRAY
FAITHFUL GUARDIAN SPRAY
£75.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SPRAY
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £100
£100.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £200
£200.00
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A serene funeral flower sheaf in white and green is shown diagonally arranged against a pure white background, as if resting gently on a chapel stand in Ilford. The composition begins with a rounded, full cluster at the upper end, where stems are tightly bound and then allowed to cascade naturally into an elegant point, recalling the soft curve of a teardrop. Dominating the design are luxurious white lilies, some fully open with trumpet-shaped blooms and softly ruffled petals, others partially closed, their buds tapering gracefully and hinting at scent yet to unfold. They are interwoven with stems of lisianthus, whose smaller, cup-like flowers display crisp white centres and delicate lavender-tinted edges, creating a subtle halo of colour reminiscent of evening light over nearby South Park. Around these blooms lies a carefully layered bed of greenery: wide, glossy leaves provide a solid, dark backdrop, while lighter, slender fronds fan outward and slightly upward, adding height, texture, and a sense of reach. A few leaves are rolled into neat, cylindrical twists and placed near the middle of the spray, lending an architectural note that contrasts gently with the softness of the petals. The lighting is even and gentle, allowing the creamy whites to glow without harsh shadows, and the arrangement as a whole conveys a feeling of thoughtful remembrance. It is a fitting floral tribute for funerals, memorial gatherings, or moments of private reflection, offering quiet comfort to families across Ilford and the surrounding streets.
SERENITY SPRAY
£75.00
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A generously sized sympathy spray, styled in a classic cascading teardrop, is pictured against a clean white background, making every detail of its deep red and green palette beautifully visible. The upper left of the display is full and rounded, gradually narrowing into a refined, trailing point at the lower right, as if the flowers are gently bowing in a final gesture of farewell. Dominating the arrangement are velvety dark red roses, many of them fully open so their luxurious petals spiral outwards in elegant, layered whorls. Between these roses sit smaller clusters of bright red spray carnations, their frilled, multi-petalled blooms adding a soft, cloud-like texture that enriches the overall depth. Around and beneath the red blooms lies an abundance of foliage. Broad, dark green leaves form a robust frame, embracing the flowers and giving the spray a sense of structure and calm strength. Interspersed within this greenery are rounded eucalyptus leaves in a soft silvery-green tone, offering a cool, gentle contrast to the vivid red flowers. Fine trails of lighter green leaves, possibly ruscus or another similar foliage, drift downwards, especially towards the tapered end, enhancing the natural, flowing silhouette. The design captures the quiet emotion of a funeral or memorial service in Ilford, perhaps for a farewell gathering after a ceremony by the River Roding or a chapel near Ilford Lane. Crafted as a thoughtful funeral tribute, this arrangement brings together colour, scent, and texture to express remembrance, love, and compassion for families saying goodbye in the local community.
DEEP AFFECTION CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £300
£300.00
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An elegant funeral sheaf stretches diagonally across a white background, its elongated form creating a gentle, flowing tribute that feels both solemn and tender. At the heart of the design, bold Stargazer lilies open wide, their deep fuchsia-pink petals edged in white and scattered with dark burgundy speckles, each bloom drawing the eye with its star-shaped beauty. Some lilies remain in bud, their green and blush-pink tips hinting at flowers yet to open, echoing cherished memories that stay with the family. Nestled among them are velvety magenta gerbera daisies, their round faces bringing a touch of warmth and affection. Pure white roses, some in tight buds and others beginning to unfurl, lend an air of reverence and quiet love, while ruffled white carnations soften the arrangement with their gentle, cloud-like texture. Fine white filler flowers, reminiscent of tiny daisies, are interwoven between the larger stems, adding lightness and delicate detail. The whole spray is cradled by rich greenery: broad, dark green leaves give strength and structure, feathery fern fronds add soft movement, and long, slender blades of foliage sweep gracefully downward, reinforcing the teardrop shape. The stems, neatly bound at the top left, reveal the care of a skilled florist's hands. This thoughtfully crafted tribute would sit beautifully beside a coffin or as a standalone sympathy arrangement for services in Ilford, from quiet gatherings near Seven Kings to memorials close to Ilford Lane. It conveys comfort, respect, and enduring remembrance, like a final, beautifully worded farewell in flowers.
SPECIAL THOUGHTS SPRAY
£75.00
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Set against a clean white background, this elongated, teardrop funeral spray appears as a serene river of soft pink and white blooms, thoughtfully composed to offer comfort and dignity. The top of the tribute is lush and full, dominated by layers of pastel pink roses that move from tight, promising buds to fully opened flowers with velvety, spiralling petals. Interlaced among them, fluffy white carnations bring a calm brightness, their delicately frilled edges adding a subtle play of light and shadow. The flowers are supported by an abundance of rich green foliage: dark, ovate leaves form a strong foundation, while eucalyptus in muted silvery-green circles throughout the design, softening the palette and giving the arrangement a gentle, airy quality. Towards the tapered end, slender tendrils of trailing greenery, likely ruscus or a similar leaf, drift outward to one side, creating a graceful cascade that guides the eye from the rounded top down to the narrow tip. The overall shape suggests both a tear and a protective embrace, capturing the mixture of sadness and gratitude that often accompanies a farewell. Designed in the quiet, meticulous style often requested by families in Ilford and nearby Gants Hill, this tribute would rest beautifully along the length of a casket or be placed as a focal point beside a photo at a memorial service. The pastel tones, natural textures, and gentle flow of the piece evoke remembrance, love, and the enduring softness of cherished memories.
IN YOUR HONOUR CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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A graceful sympathy spray, designed as a one-sided display, stretches diagonally across a crisp white background, its calm palette of white and green creating an immediate sense of stillness and respect. In the center, magnificent white lilies with broad, trumpet-shaped petals open fully, their soft interiors holding delicate yellow-green stamens, while several unopened buds promise a slow unfurling of beauty over the coming days. Nestled among them are clusters of ivory and cream roses, some tightly closed, others beginning to reveal their layered petals, alongside ruffled white carnations and neat white Gerbera-style daisies with soft, darker centers that add a gentle focal point. Fine sprays of small white filler blooms, similar to baby's breath, thread between the larger flowers, lending a cloudlike, ethereal quality. Surrounding this central cluster is an abundance of rich greenery: glossy dark leaves providing structure, light feathery ferns adding softness, and cool-toned eucalyptus leaves introducing subtle movement and variation in shape. Long, refined blades of foliage are carefully folded and gathered, leading the eye upward, while a dramatic sweep of slim palm fronds extends from the lower right, giving the arrangement a flowing, asymmetrical shape. The overall impression is of a quiet, dignified tribute, perfectly suited for a funeral service or memorial gathering in Ilford, from a chapel near Valentines Park to a crematorium service. It feels like a floral expression of comfort and reflection, the kind of thoughtful funeral arrangement a local Ilford florist would prepare for families wanting to honour a loved one with purity, grace, and understated beauty.
SIMPLICITY SPRAY
£75.00
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This lush and thoughtfully designed funeral spray, loved by those seeking comfort and tribute throughout Ilford, captures a cascade of natural elegance-each choice and placement considered with the care of a local expert. Arranged diagonally atop an immaculate white background, the spray's flow begins with snowy white trumpet-shaped lilies, their petals either fully unfurled, exposing warm saffron stamens, or wrapped tight in bud, speaking to remembrance and hopeful renewal. Dotted between these lilies, deep pink and fuchsia roses gently open, adding vibrance and a personal, heartfelt touch. Soft, ruffled spray carnations in white provide gentle contrast, softening the arrangement's silhouette, while clusters of lively green button chrysanthemums create a sense of movement and energy, almost echoing the lush greenery found in Ilford's gardens. Small scarlet hypericum berries draw the eye, introducing bursts of colour echoed by glossy dark foliage-some leaves broad and sculptural, others slender and airy, with palm fronds trailing downwards to heighten the cascade. This harmonious blend evokes quiet reflection and deep admiration, the kind of peace found on soft walks through Seven Kings Park. Whether for a solemn farewell in a local chapel or a thoughtful tribute sent to a family home, the arrangement's artistry, fragrance, and calming palette create a gentle yet uplifting atmosphere. With every flower selected and placed by a seasoned Ilford florist, this memorial spray embodies enduring respect and the subtle beauty of heartfelt condolence.
FOREVER ADMIRED SPRAY
£75.00
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GENTLE THOUGHTS SPRAY
GENTLE THOUGHTS SPRAY
£90.00
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Set against a clean white background, this sympathy floral spray stretches horizontally like a gentle farewell gesture, starting fuller on the left and tapering into a delicate, trailing point on the right. The main impression is one of rich red and serene white, conveyed through deep crimson roses and snow-white carnations thoughtfully woven together. The roses, with their tightly layered, velvety petals, sit slightly higher in the design, symbolising enduring affection and the depth of loss. Nestled between them, the white carnations create soft mounds of texture, their finely frilled edges suggesting purity, remembrance, and a kind of quiet blessing. The blooms are cradled in a generous bed of foliage: dark, glossy leaves form a strong, stable base, while cool, silvery eucalyptus leaves thread through the flowers, bringing softness and a whisper of herbal scent. On the right side, lighter, feathery greenery extends outward in loose, trailing strands, giving the arrangement gentle movement, as if the flowers themselves were bowing toward their final resting place. The overall palette of red, white, and layered greens feels both traditional and timeless, perfectly suited to a funeral, memorial service, or graveside tribute in Ilford. One can imagine this spray placed with care on a casket or memorial stone after a service near Ilford Cemetery or the surrounding chapels, offering a heartfelt visual expression when words feel insufficient. The design reflects the kind of thoughtful craftsmanship you would expect from a local Ilford florist familiar with the sensitivities of bereavement and the wish to say goodbye with grace.
FOREVER BELOVED CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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A graceful red rose funeral spray lies diagonally across a crisp white backdrop, its rich colours evoking a quiet farewell similar to those held in Ilford's chapels near the High Road. The composition is long and elegant, tapering gently towards the lower right, with the upper left showing the neatly bound stems wrapped in a broad, smooth green leaf that forms a natural cuff. From this binding point, the flowers cascade outward in a near-crescent shape. The central focus is a generous line of red roses in varying stages of bloom: small, rounded buds promise life and memory, while fully opened blossoms reveal velvety spirals of deep crimson. Interspersed among them are dense sprays of pinkish-red Hypericum berries, each tiny sphere glowing softly, lending lightness and a touch of delicacy to the stronger roses. Beneath and around the blooms, a rich bed of foliage creates depth and structure. Broad, glossy dark green leaves provide a bold base, their surfaces catching a gentle shine, while airy palm fronds and finer greenery stretch beyond the flowers, elongating the silhouette and adding a soft, feathered edge. The overall effect is balanced and composed, as though lovingly arranged by hand in a quiet moment before a service. The neutral white background keeps all attention on the floral tribute itself, highlighting the contrast between the dark red petals and the fresh greens. This traditional sympathy spray, the kind often chosen by Ilford families for funerals and memorial gatherings, expresses respect, courage, and enduring affection, offering a serene focal point of colour and comfort during times of loss.
EVERLASTING LIGHT SPRAY
£75.00
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Set against a spotless white background, this elegant funeral floral spray stretches diagonally like a gentle wave of blossoms, full and rounded at the top left and slowly tapering to a delicate point at the bottom right. The central focus is an abundance of pristine white and creamy ivory roses, some still curled tightly in bud, others generously open with layered, satin-soft petals spiralling outwards in quiet perfection. Nestled among them, fluffy white carnations add a ruffled, almost feathery texture that softens the composition and makes the flowers appear even more plentiful. A rich framework of foliage supports and shapes the spray: muted, silvery eucalyptus leaves peek between the blooms, their cool tone lending a soothing calm, while deeper green leaves and arching strands of ruscus trail gracefully along the lower edge, emphasizing the classic teardrop or crescent silhouette. There is a gentle sense of movement, as if the flowers are flowing in a peaceful stream, echoing the stillness one might feel at a thoughtful memorial gathering in Ilford, perhaps after a quiet walk through Valentines Park or along Cranbrook Road. The colour palette is restricted to tranquil whites and natural greens, giving the arrangement a serene, timeless character that feels appropriate for both traditional and contemporary services. Crafted with care by local Ilford florists, a spray like this is often chosen to accompany a coffin at a funeral, to rest beside a photograph at a wake, or to be delivered as a heartfelt condolence tribute to grieving families, symbolising purity, respect, and a gentle, loving goodbye.
DIVINE GRACE CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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HEAVENS LIGHT SPRAY
HEAVEN'S LIGHT SPRAY
£70.00
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A long, graceful sympathy spray in a classic teardrop shape is shown on a clean white background, the kind of tribute often chosen for heartfelt funerals and memorials in Ilford. At the fuller, rounded end of the spray, a mass of soft pink roses gathers closely together, their petals unfolding in layers of blush and dusty rose, each flower like a gentle message of love. Interwoven among them are generous clusters of light peach-pink carnations, their frilled, ruffled petals adding depth and a slightly vintage softness to the overall look. The arrangement then narrows and sweeps elegantly towards the lower right, where the blooms become more lightly spaced, allowing the eye to follow the natural flow of the design. Deep green foliage forms the structure beneath: large, ovate leaves provide a solid, polished base, while finer sprigs and slightly arching stems reach out from the edges, echoing the line of the spray and lending a subtle movement reminiscent of a breeze passing through Valentine's Park. The contrast between the rich green leaves and the pastel blossoms gives the tribute a serene, balanced presence, neither too bold nor too faint. You can imagine the velvety feel of the rose petals, the soft rustle of leaves being gently adjusted by an experienced florist. Crafted with care by a local Ilford team, this casket spray is ideally suited for resting atop a coffin, adorning a graveside, or standing near a framed photograph at a memorial gathering, quietly expressing condolence, gratitude, and cherished memories.
COMPASSIONATE FEELING CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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PINK ROSES
PINK ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
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A luxurious red casket spray stretches gracefully across a pure white background, its one-sided, elongated design narrowing softly towards the tip like a flowing farewell. The central focus is a lavish mass of deep red blooms, where velvety roses, some still cupped in bud and others fully unfurled, rise proudly from the heart of the arrangement. Around them, rich red carnations cluster in generous, ruffled mounds, their soft petals creating a sense of warmth and gentle comfort. Scattered among these classics are several striking red gerbera daisies, their broad, flat faces and darker centres introducing a more modern note and adding movement, as if their petals are quietly radiating outwards in remembrance. Fine sprays of tiny white flowers, likely baby's breath or miniature chrysanthemums, weave subtly between the red blossoms, offering glimmers of brightness and giving the eye small resting points amid the intensity of crimson. A wide, satin red ribbon is tied into an elegant bow near the top, its glossy loops and trailing tails flowing through the flowers like a final loving gesture. Surrounding the blooms, long palm leaves fan out boldly from the sides, while darker green foliage and fern-like fronds fill the base, creating a lush, layered structure that feels both strong and tender. The overall impression is one of composed dignity and heartfelt emotion, the kind of carefully crafted funeral spray a family in Ilford might choose for a service near Cranbrook Road or Seven Kings, to honour a life with depth, respect, and enduring love.
ALWAYS IN MY HEART CASKET SPRAY
£120.00
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SINCERITY SPRAY
SINCERITY SPRAY
£70.00
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Set against a seamless white background, this elongated casket spray unfolds like a quiet, heartfelt message of farewell. The design moves from a wider, rounded top into a softly tapered end, creating a natural sense of movement, as though the flowers are gently flowing in one direction. Deep red stargazer-style lilies sit proudly through the centre, their star-shaped petals unfurled in rich, velvety tones that convey courage, devotion, and the depth of family ties. Around them, clusters of cream, ivory, and pale blush roses provide a tender contrast, some roses fully open to reveal layered hearts of petals, others still in bud, suggesting a life remembered in all its stages. Between the roses, ruffled light pink carnations and small white chrysanthemum blooms add a cushiony texture that feels comforting, like kind words shared after a service in an Ilford funeral home. Small sprays of lavender-blue filler flowers and spiky blue thistles introduce subtle touches of cool colour, echoing the look of wildflowers that might be found along quieter streets off Cranbrook Road. A lush foundation of deep green foliage, with broad, polished leaves and soft, feathery greens, cradles the flowers and extends gently beyond the perimeter, giving the whole tribute a softly arched, organic outline. The arrangement feels composed yet natural, designed to be viewed thoughtfully from above as it rests atop a coffin or beside a photo at a memorial gathering. It expresses sympathy, remembrance, and a sense of calm, echoing the support of neighbours and friends throughout Ilford who come together to honour a cherished life.
CARING THOUGHTS CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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LIGHT IN YOUR HONOR SPRAY
LIGHT IN YOUR HONOUR SPRAY
£75.00
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ETERNAL REST SPRAY
ETERNAL REST SPRAY
£70.00
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YELLOW ROSES
YELLOW ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
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