We understand how stressful arranging a funeral can be, so below we've collected a few resources and guides to give you an idea of what to expect from arranging a funeral and what the process will look like.
We'll detail the funeral documents you need to get the process started, we'll look at the different types of funerals on offer and we'll answer some frequently asked questions such as how long after a death is a funeral?
And if there's any information you can't find or you have a query of any kind, you can call our caring customer service specialists on 01543 211 997 who'll be able to help with any questions you may have.
Here are our guides, articles and helpful information to make the process of arranging a funeral that bit easier.
Funerals are often arranged at the time of need by family and friends when their loved one has died or is close to dying. However, in recent years it has become a lot more common for people to pay for a funeral themselves by taking out a prepaid funeral plan which provides peace of mind knowing that their funeral costs are covered when the time comes.
The next of kin in most cases has the responsibility of arranging a funeral once a loved one has died, though the deceased may have left the name of an executor in the will. If an executor has been named, then they will be responsible for arranging the funeral.
A funeral can be planned in advance with a prepaid funeral plan. With a funeral plan, you can detail exactly what you want from your own funeral and name an executor who will make the arrangements and call the funeral company when the time comes.
Whether you're wanting to arrange a funeral today, interested in funeral plans, or looking for something else, our customer service specialists are here for you 24/7 to answer any questions you may have.
You can call a funeral provider at any time to get funeral arrangements in place if a loved one has died or is near to death, but before a funeral can take place there are a number of formalities that need to be completed such as registering the death and completing legal paperwork. Below are a few guides to let you know what needs to be done before a funeral can go ahead.
There are legal formalities that need to be completed shortly after someone dies. It may be the last thing you want to be doing at a time of mourning, but they're a necessary step before you can make any funeral arrangements.
How to register a death
There are a number of documents that need to be completed before a funeral can take place including three different cremation forms. Our article below will detail which forms you need to complete and how our team can help.
The required funeral documents
Choosing a funeral provider is never easy, so we've created a table comparing the best funeral providers' key features and inclusions to help you compare, contrast and choose the right funeral provider for you.
Compare funeral providersFunerals no longer have to be traditional affairs. In 2023, you and your loved ones have the opportunity to say goodbye in whichever way you please by choosing a type of funeral that suits your family. Traditional funerals remain the most common option, but there are now more fuss-free, cheaper options available such as simple cremations or direct cremations which have risen sharply in popularity in recent years.
Inclusive of a service and is open to as many people as the crematorium can hold. A procession with hearses and limousines may be included depending on the family's wishes.
Includes a service, a ceremony, mourners and a procession depending on the family's choice. Differs from a cremation as the deceased is placed in the ground at a gravesite with a headstone.
A simple funeral is a farewell stripped back to the essentials, free of tradition, a procession, pomp and ceremony. Our simple funerals can be unattended or have 20 mourners present.
If you're looking at arranging a funeral in advance for yourself or you're anticipating a death in the medium to long term, you may be interested in a funeral plan.
With a funeral plan you can get all the funeral arrangements in place well in advance giving you peace of mind knowing that when the time comes, all you or your family need to do is give us a call and we'll take care of all the arrangements.
Find our services below or alternatively you can view our price list or our CMA standardised price list.
Our Unattended Direct Cremation Plan is a great choice for those looking for a simple, low-cost unattended cremation without a funeral ceremony.
With our plan, the cremation takes place with no service or mourners present at our high-quality crematoria where dignified care is guaranteed.
View our Unattended Direct Cremation Plan * Price advertised is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £2,273 and includes administration fees..Our Private Cremation Plan offers a private funeral where the number of people attending is limited, this could include a small gathering of friends and family.
With our Private Cremation Plan, you can have up to 20 people attending the funeral and a 20 minute service, making this a simple and affordable option.
View our Private Cremation Plan ** Price advertised is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £3,199.40 and includes administration fees.Below are a few more resources that may help when it comes to arranging a funeral.
At Distinct Cremations, we provide no fuss funerals which are simple to arrange, affordable and delivered with care, dignity and respect. Prices start from just £995 if you need to arrange a funeral today.
Arrange a funeral
If you’re arranging the funeral of a loved one, you’ll need to know exactly how much a funeral costs so that you can make the appropriate arrangements. These can differ depending on a number of factors.
Funeral costs
Planning a memorial service isn't always straightforward. In our guide, we'll provide you with practical information on how to organise a memorial service whether you're pre-planning for yourself or for a loved one close to your heart.
Planning a memorial serviceNot only are our funerals carried out with love and care, but we also offer one of the UK’s best value services.
From your very first phone call, right through to the hand delivery of the ashes, you can rest assured that you will be in the most caring and attentive hands with Distinct Cremations.
My caring team are here 24/7 to support you through the most difficult of times
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Customer Service Manager
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