Funeral plans and services at Barham Crematorium
We’re honoured to support local families with funeral services and funeral plans at the Barham Crematorium in Canterbury.
Our dedicated team can help you plan a service for your loved one, making the process as smooth and reassuring as possible.
If you're planning ahead, find a funeral plan that suits your choices with an instant quote or call us on 01543 211997.
Exceptional service
Rated 5/5 on Feefo
Experience you can trust
Over 76,000 cremations a year
Expert funeral care
Supporting families for over 30 years
Outstanding services in collaboration with Canterbury funeral directors
We work alongside trusted funeral directors in Canterbury to fulfil our pre-paid funeral plans with a service that meet your needs. Together, we are dedicated to giving you the support you need during this challenging time.
You can arrange a dignified farewell from the comfort of your home, with our compassionate funeral arrangers available to assist you every step of the way.
Highest quality of care
We take pride in our modern mortuaries, private ambulances and peaceful crematoriums.
Flexible funeral services
Say goodbye in a way that feels right, be it a 30-minute or 60-minute ceremony, led by a celebrant or loved ones.
Trusted funeral professionals
With over 30 years’ experience and 76,000 cremations conducted annually, we provide exceptional care to families.
All essentials included
Our Canterbury funeral plans cover all the essentials, offering you peace of mind with no hidden extras.
Affordable choices
We aim to make things straightforward and affordable, providing only what is needed with no unnecessary costs.
Personal goodbyes
Remember your loved one with video tributes, photo slideshows and meaningful music that celebrates their life.
Barham Crematorium
Canterbury Road, Nr Canterbury, CT4 6QU
Parking (60)
Seating (85)
Standing (35)
Toilets
Disabled Access
Hearing Loop
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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?
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?
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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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*Final monthly payment may vary. All prices are inclusive of administration fees. If you decide to buy a plan payable via instalments, you confirm that the regular monthly payments are affordable, and you can maintain them over the term selected.
If you have any concerns about committing to a long-term payment arrangement, please call us on 0808 304 8747
If you have any questions, our customer service specialists are happy to help. Call us on FREEPHONE 0808 304 8747.
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.
Pre-paid Canterbury funeral plans
From £1,795
or £20.74* per month
Protect against rising funeral prices and take the stress of choosing and paying for a funeral away from your family with a Canterbury funeral plan. All our plans are also guaranteed anywhere else you move to in mainland UK.
* Price is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £2,488.80 and includes admin fees.
View funeral plansArrange a funeral in Canterbury
From £1,350
Our Canterbury funerals care for your loved one with dignity and respect. Let us support you at every stage, collecting and caring for your loved one, handling all necessary paperwork and overseeing the funeral on the day itself.
Canterbury funeral services offered at Barham Crematorium
Barham Crematorium offers a peaceful and tranquil setting to say goodbye, surrounded by acres of manicured parkland with stunning views across Elham Valley. It supports families in Canterbury and the surrounding areas, including Elvington, Whitfield, Aylesham and Folkestone.
Bring the whole family together
Our chapel seats 85 guests comfortably, with additional gallery seating and standing space. Speakers located in the entrance cater to larger gatherings.
Music and visual tributes
Honour your loved one’s life with their favourite music, a video tribute or a photo slideshow for a truly personalised service.
Ample time to pay your respects
Choose a 30-minute service, ideal for more intimate groups, or a 60-minute service providing more time for tributes and personal reflection.
Personally or professionally led
Have an intimate ceremony led by family and friends, or let a professional celebrant guide the service. A chapel attendant is available as needed.
Read our reviews
"I spoke to Jacque, who guided me through the process. Very helpful and considerate service at all times. She gave all the facts and details for the plan we chose - no hidden extras - and was able to offer the best local crematorium for the family. Distinct Cremations were truly the best option for price and approachability.”
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Canterbury direct cremation
If a traditional funeral service isn't the best fit for you or your loved one, a direct cremation in Canterbury could provide a simpler and more cost-effective option. This unattended service still includes the same care and consideration you’d expect from our experienced professionals.
- Everything needed for a respectful service is included, from the classic wood coffin to transport and the cremation itself.
- Ahead of the cremation, the coffin is placed in the chapel, accompanied by music chosen by the family.
- Ashes can be returned to the family or scattered in our peaceful memorial garden at Barham Crematorium.
A Canterbury direct cremation offers a more affordable alternative, with the flexibility to hold a separate memorial at a location that is more meaningful for your family at a later date.
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Over 76,000 cremations a year
Westerleigh Group including Distinct Cremations carried out over 76,000 cremations in 2025.
