Bereavement Support FAQs

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.

Do you need permission to scatter ashes?

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.

How many people can attend a wake?

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

What’s a wake?

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 26 Oct 2026

Friendly and professional service. Prompt response to any queries Cannot fault any dealings concerned with the company.

Alan Harris, on Feefo 5 Oct 2026

Professional service and helpful people

Valerie Edith Clifton, on Feefo 12 Sep 2026

Made every thing so stress free handled with dignety would highly reccomend to anyone

Anonymous, on Feefo 8 Sep 2026

Absolutely fantastic service and would highly recommend. My dad had prepaid for his funeral, so we were not sure what to expect. From start to finish they were amazing. They organised everything and the family cannot thank them enough!!

Christine Castles, on Feefo 8 Sep 2026

Extremely helpful and kind, they helped me every single step. Would highly recommend 👌

Tracey Jeffery, on Feefo 4 Sep 2026

Excellent customer service, can't speak highly enough of my journey with this 5 star company. Thankyou

Mark Samuel Cox, on Feefo 3 Sep 2026

Our mind was put at rest almost immediately. Special mention must be made for Sarah who guided us through every step. If I may say so Distinct Cremations are extremely lucky to have such a compassionate employee to represent them in peoples most difficult times. Overall I cannot recommend Ditinct Cremations highly enough. Thank you all . Mark & Sue Cox.**

Anonymous, on Feefo 4 Aug 2026

Spoke to Kerry all thorough the organization of the funeral and she was so helpful and friendly, made the whole process so easy. Many thanks and would definitely recommend to anyone else 5 *****

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Oak Tree Court, Brookfield Drive, Cannock, WS11 0JN

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Over 76,000 cremations a year

Westerleigh Group including Distinct Cremations carried out over 76,000 cremations in 2025.

Distinct Cremations office: Oak Tree Court, Brookfield Drive, Cannock, WS11 0JN

‘Distinct Cremations’ is a trading style of Distinct Funeral Plans Limited (DPFL) and Distinct Cremations Limited (DCL). DFPL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register No. 965289. DCL provides ‘at need’ funeral and cremation services and is not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Both companies are registered in England. DFPL No. 13366327 and DCL No. 13366310. Registered office: Head Office Westerleigh Crematorium, Westerleigh Road, Westerleigh, Bristol, BS37 8QP. Part of the Westerleigh Group.

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