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Find our helpful guides, checklists and advice, relating to bereavement support, from our experts below.

Frequently asked questions - page 1

Yes – many wakes are now held after the funeral has taken place, allowing people to come together to celebrate the life of the deceased.

There can occasionally be restrictions on scattering ashes in certain locations. If you’ve got a specific location in mind, it’s best to speak to someone associated with that destination before making your decision.

There’s no limit on how many people can attend a wake, only as many as the organiser and venue are comfortable with.

A wake is a social gathering that takes place either before or after a funeral.

What our customers say about us

We offer the highest level of support, but don't just take our word for it. Below are recent reviews from customers who bought a funeral with us.

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Anonymous, on Feefo 31 Jan 2026
A simple and relatively inexpensive option that gave us what we needed along with the option of more additions should we change our minds.
Kim Carter, on Feefo 28 Jan 2026
Totally lovely and personal service right from start to finish A special mention of Sarah who really puts you at ease and explains the whole process . Highly recommend .
Jill H, on Feefo 22 Jan 2026
I was nervous about an unattanded cremation but there was no need. From the time my husband passed away to after the delivery of his ashes to me in time for Christmas everything was handled with so much kindness and compassion and quiet efficiency. I was reticent about not seeing him laid out but I had valuable and more meaningful time with him at home before he was collected. The Funeral Directors who collected him were amazing, affording my husband the care and dignity he deserved, and making sure they knew what I wanted for him. They even asked if I would like to walk in front of the vehicle with one of them which was a lovely touch. I have my own unattended cemation plan and now I have experienced this I feel reassured that when the time comes my family will be looked after. Thank you Distinct Cremations.
Tracy Linda May Bance, on Feefo 19 Jan 2026
They’re absolutely amazing so helpful and supportive all the way along, I recently lost my dad and he chose this sort of cremation. Nothing is too much trouble for them. My dad was cremated in Essex and they brought his ashes all the way to Wales. Maxine, the lady who was supporting me was just one in 1 million always there to listen always there to help. A big thank you to all of you, Tracy.**
Nicci Saville , on Google 17 Jan 2026
The service provided was a truly personal and caring one. Very professional and knowledgeable. Care was taken throughout the journey I was impressed with the service. Thank you.
Debbie Banks, on Trustpilot 15 Jan 2026
Amazing service from start to finish , they made me feel like my dad was being cared for from the moment I rang them so respectful and helpful I spoke to a lady called Maxine who was amazing and a young lady called Libby delivered my dads ashes she was amazing so respectful and kind ,everyone was amazing I would highly recommend this service to anyone
Roger Bramford, on Google 12 Jan 2026
I found Distinct Cremations very helpful to me during my recent bereavement. Nothing was too much to ask, and the ashes were delivered to me as per my request. My grateful thanks to their staff, especially Maxine for your personal care shown to my partner Lorraine.
William Pedel, on Google 8 Jan 2026
The whole experience with Distinct Cremations was excellent did everything we needed, and Maxine helped us in a very professional way and looked after our every need, she was a pleasure to deal with 10/10
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