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Direct cremation includes a respectful cremation but does not include a funeral service with mourners present. We take care of all aspects of our direct cremation services including:
Our prices to arrange an unattended cremation for someone who has died start from £1,199. Or if you'd like to pre-plan and pay for a funeral for yourself or someone else ahead of time we also offer an Unattended Direct Cremation Plan from just £1,699.
A family-led funeral is a funeral service led by the attendees rather than a celebrant or officiant. The funeral service can contain readings given by attendees or a eulogy from someone close to the deceased. Mourners can sit and listen to music in honour of the deceased or simply sit together quietly to reflect on their loved one's life.
Yes - you can take out a funeral plan on behalf of your parents or a partner. For more information, take a look at our guide on setting up a funeral plan for a loved one or talk to a member of our team today on 01543 211997.
Arranging a funeral with Distinct Cremations is simple. Contact us any time, and we’ll guide you through the process, from collecting the deceased to completing all necessary paperwork and arranging the cremation.
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.
A cremation is a type of funeral where the body of the deceased is burned and turned into ashes rather than buried. Learn more about cremation and see if it is right for you.
The cheapest way to be cremated in the UK is with a direct cremation which takes place without a funeral service or mourners in attendance and starts from just £1,199 with Distinct Cremations if you need a funeral today.
If you are paying for your plan in up to 12 instalments, your nominated representative will need to pay the outstanding amount due.
If you are paying over 5 or 10 years and death occurs after 12 months and your monthly instalments are up to date, no further payment will need to be made.
If you are paying over 5 or 10 years and death occurs within 12 months of the start date of your plan, your nominated representative will need to pay the difference between the amount already paid and the single payment plan price at the time you took out your plan. If death occurs within 12 months of the start date of the plan as the result of accidental death, no further payment will need to be made.
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