Pure Cremation or Distinct Cremations
Compare services, what’s included and prices for a funeral plan or direct cremation with Distinct Cremations vs Pure Cremation.
A key difference is cost. Our direct cremation funeral plan is a simple fixed cost of just £1,995, whereas Pure Cremation costs vary for their comparable plan.
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Over 76,000 cremations a year
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Pure Cremation or Distinct Cremations at a glance
| Pure Cremation | Distinct Cremations | |
|---|---|---|
| Direct cremation price (for a funeral today) | £1,595 | £1,350* |
| Direct cremation funeral plan price | Variable pricing | £1,995 |
| Crematoria | 3 | 42 |
| Overall Google review rating | 4.5/5 | 4.9/5 |
| Direct cremation price (for a funeral today) | Direct cremation funeral plan price | Crematoria | Overall Google review rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Cremation | £1,595 | Variable pricing | 3 | 4.5/5 |
| Distinct Cremations | £1,350* | £1,995 | 42 | 4.9/5 |
Information correct as of 4/11/2026
*For a loved one who has died, a direct cremation with Distinct Cremations is £245 cheaper than Pure Cremation, or £145 cheaper for a cremation including the personal return of ashes.
As part of an established funeral group with over 30 years' experience, we operate a much larger network of crematoriums nationwide, and we are highly rated across trusted review platforms.
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Pure Cremation single payment variable pricing examples
For those planning a funeral in advance, our direct cremation funeral plan price is fixed at £1,995 when paying in a single payment. Pure Cremation's single payment prices vary and, based on the quotes we received, could cost significantly more if you are 55 or over.
Here are some examples of the price quoted on the Pure Cremation website for a variety of individual ages and locations.
| Age | Date of birth | Postcode | Area | Cost (currently discounted) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 1/1/1941 | PR2 2DZ | Preston | |
| 80 | 1/1/1946 | FY1 2JQ | Blackpool | |
| 75 | 1/1/1951 | BH23 4PN | Christchurch | |
| 70 | 1/1/1956 | BN2 7DB | East Brighton | |
| 65 | 1/1/1961 | CF14 6BZ | North Cardiff | |
| 60 | 1/1/1966 | SL6 5FH | Maidenhead | |
| 55 | 1/1/1971 | ST5 0JP | Newcastle-under-Lyme | |
| 50 | 1/1/1976 | NG5 9DN | North Nottingham | |
| 45 | 1/1/1981 | LE4 5DP | North Leicester | |
| 40 | 1/1/1986 | CO15 1NJ | Clacton-on-Sea |
| Age | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 60 | 55 | 50 | 45 | 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 1/1/1941 | 1/1/1946 | 1/1/1951 | 1/1/1956 | 1/1/1961 | 1/1/1966 | 1/1/1971 | 1/1/1976 | 1/1/1981 | 1/1/1986 |
| Postcode | PR2 2DZ | FY1 2JQ | BH23 4PN | BN2 7DB | CF14 6BZ | SL6 5FH | ST5 0JP | NG5 9DN | LE4 5DP | CO15 1NJ |
| Area | Preston | Blackpool | Christchurch | East Brighton | North Cardiff | Maidenhead | Newcastle-under-Lyme | North Nottingham | North Leicester | Clacton-on-Sea |
| Cost (currently discounted) |
Pure Cremation prices as quoted on their website and available to purchase on 04/11/2026.
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Pure Cremation vs Distinct Cremations' services
We provide you with a personal, individual service, whether you're planning for the future or arranging a funeral today.
Know exactly who provides your cremation
Everyone in our care has a dignified, peaceful send-off at one of our own 42 crematoriums set in beautifully landscaped grounds.
Pure Cremation own three crematoriums, but also use others to fulfil their cremations.
Flexibility for your final farewell
Whether you'd like a funeral service or an unattended cremation, we let you say goodbye in the way that really matters to you.
Pure Cremation funeral plans only offer direct cremation.
Supportive and compassionate care
Families rate the service and support from our dedicated funeral arrangers 4.8/5 on Trustpilot, 4.9/5 on Google and 5/5 on Feefo.
Pure Cremation are rated 4.8/5 on Trustpilot and 4.5/5 on Google.
Paying for a funeral plan over a longer term
Putting a funeral plan in place relieves your family of uncertainty and bills at a difficult time and locks in prices to protect against rising costs.
For affordable monthly payments, you can spread the cost of your direct cremation funeral plan over 1 - 10 years.
Paying over 5 years
21% cheaper with Distinct
Distinct Cremations
£2,143.20 total
£35.72 per month
Pure Cremation
£2,999 £2,699 total
£49.99 £44.99 per month
(Currently discounted)
Paying over 10 years
21% cheaper with us
Distinct Cremations
£2,557.20
(£21.31 per month)
Pure Cremation
£3,599 £3,239 total
£29.99 £26.99 per month
(Currently discounted)
Prices are correct as of 04/11/2026.
Pure Cremation's monthly payments are fixed, although the available payment options vary based on your age.
At Distinct Cremations, you must be aged between 50 and 74 to pay over 5 or 10 years. Monthly instalment costs vary based on age. The prices above are for a 63-year-old customer, reflecting the mean age at purchase among our customers for these products.
What to expect from a Distinct Cremations funeral
With over 30 years’ experience as part of the Westerleigh Group, we know what really matters to families.
All the essential funeral expenses are included at a transparent cost with no hidden fees.
Our caring support with the unfamiliar arrangements takes the stress away from you and your loved ones.
Aberystwyth Crematorium chapel
Nationwide collection throughout mainland UK
Mortuary care in state-of-the-art facilities
Personal, individual support from a dedicated funeral arranger
All essentials covered - coffin and cremation fees included
Respectful transport of the deceased to the crematorium
Notification of the date and time of the cremation
Cremation at one of our own 42 crematoriums guaranteed
Personal return of the ashes within 14 days
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FAQs
Compare Pure Cremation and Distinct Cremations further with these commonly asked questions.
For more details or a different query, please get in touch.
Will I be notified of my loved one’s cremation?
Yes, we will share the date and time your loved one's coffin will be brought into the crematorium if you would like to know. You may wish to have a moment of quiet reflection at the same time to view some photos, read a poem or light a candle at home in their memory.
Pure Cremation share the date the direct cremation will take place.
Which provider is better for direct cremation?
A direct cremation funeral is cheaper with Distinct Cremations, and a direct cremation funeral plan may be cheaper too, though Pure Cremation's prices vary.
With Distinct Cremations, you are guaranteed a cremation at one of our own 42 beautiful crematoriums. As part of Westerleigh Group, we have over 30 years’ experience compassionately supporting families.
Both Distinct Cremations and Pure Cremation offer collection of the deceased by their own teams, care at their own mortuary facilities and personal return of the ashes following the cremation.
Which provider is best for attended cremation?
Distinct Cremations' attended cremation services offer choices to suit how you would like to say goodbye. Our 30 or 60 minute services can be family-led or led by a professional celebrant. You can personalise the funeral with music, flowers, order of service booklets, a choice of urn and many more special touches.
Pure Cremation offer a simple service at the crematorium as an add-on to their unattended cremations. They don’t offer dedicated attended cremation funerals or attended funeral plans.
Which provider returns ashes faster?
Distinct Cremations personally return your loved one’s ashes within 14 days.
Pure Cremation also use their own team to return ashes but don’t guarantee a set time frame for the ashes to be returned so it may take longer to receive them.
Is Distinct Cremations cheaper than Pure Cremation?
Yes, Distinct Cremations is cheaper than Pure Cremations for funeral services now. For a loved one who has died, a direct cremation costs from £1,350 with Distinct Cremations and from £1,595 with Pure Cremation, saving you up to £245 if you choose Distinct Cremations.
A single payment direct cremation funeral plan with Distinct Cremations costs £1,995 regardless of your age, keeping prices straightforward and easy to compare. Pure Cremation’s comparable direct cremation plan price varies. Depending on your details, choosing Distinct Cremation may save you money on a funeral plan for a future funeral too.
Which provider has more crematoriums?
Distinct Cremations own and operate 42 crematoriums across the UK mainland as part of Westerleigh Group. Pure Cremation own and operate three crematoriums.
Both providers offer funeral services nationwide. Distinct Cremations only use their own crematoriums ensuring the quality of care and service is consistent. Pure Cremation also use crematoriums owned by other companies to fulfil their cremations.
Can family attend the cremation?
Yes, with a Distinct Cremations funeral you can choose to have a 30 or 60 minute long funeral service led by either a family member or a professional celebrant. These funeral options are available for a funeral that’s needed now or as a funeral plan for the future. You can also personalise the funeral with music, flowers, service stationery and more.
Pure Cremation does not offer attended funeral plans. However, families can choose to pay extra for a small family led service at the crematorium if they’re arranging a funeral now or when the time comes to redeem a plan.
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Direct cremation funeral plan comparison
Compare the details of what's included with a Pure Cremation or Distinct Cremations funeral plan.
| Product feature | Pure Cremation | Distinct Cremations |
|---|---|---|
| Cancellation fee | £350 | £275 |
| Collection from any place of death throughout mainland UK, 24/7 | ||
| Multiple crematoriums throughout England, Scotland & Wales | ||
| Notification of the date of the cremation | ||
| Personal return of ashes included | ||
| Removal of pacemaker, medical implants or artificial limbs | ||
| Crematorium fee | ||
| Ashes return guaranteed within 14 days | ||
| Viewing of the deceased | ||
| Choice of cremation time |
| Product feature | Cancellation fee | Collection from any place of death throughout mainland UK, 24/7 | Multiple crematoriums throughout England, Scotland & Wales | Notification of the date of the cremation | Personal return of ashes included | Removal of pacemaker, medical implants or artificial limbs | Crematorium fee | Ashes return guaranteed within 14 days | Viewing of the deceased | Choice of cremation time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Cremation | £350 | |||||||||
| Distinct Cremations | £275 |
All information correct as of 04/11/2026.
Arranging a funeral doesn't have to feel overwhelming. We'll help you with the details, keeping it straightforward and affordable.
Answer a few simple questions to choose the funeral you want. We'll give you an instant quote.
What type of funeral arrangements can we help with?
Which funeral service do you need?
Depending on where your loved one is resting, our team may need to bring them into our care more urgently.
Because the person who has died is at home, you can call us on 01543 212 000 to arrange to bring them into our care sooner.
A funeral service can be held at the crematorium for friends and family to attend. A direct cremation is unattended, and you can hold a celebration of life at a time and place of your choosing.
Would you like family and friends to attend a funeral service?
How long would you like the service to be?
Who would you like to lead the ceremony?
At Distinct Cremations we are part of Westerleigh Group, with many beautiful crematoriums located throughout the UK mainland.
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We will personally return your loved ones ashes to you or a family member within 14 days of the cremation.
If you prefer we will scatter the ashes on your behalf in our peaceful Garden of Remembrance.
What would you like to do with the ashes?
How would you like your loved one's ashes held?
We have a range of caskets, urns, and scatter tubes available, including options to store small amounts of ashes in a keepsake.
Samples are shown below, and your personal funeral arranger can discuss the options with you later.
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Because the person who has died is at home, you can call us on 01543 212 000 to arrange to bring them into our care sooner.
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