Frequently Asked Questions

At Distinct Cremations, we offer cost-effective direct and funeral services, without cutting any corners. Respectful care for your loved one is prioritised throughout.

We deliver all of the services ourselves including transport, care at our mortuary, cremation at one of our crematoriums and the scattering or return of the ashes. Our caring team is there to offer support throughout with both paperwork and making the arrangements.

As part of the Westerleigh Group, we are one of the UK’s largest cremation service providers. We have 41 crematoriums nationwide and facilitate over 70,000 each year.

You have a choice. You can either have the ashes personally hand delivered within 14 days or scattered in the garden of rememberance at the crematorium.

We have 41 crematoria spread across England, Scotland and Wales. You can see our full list of crematoria to find your nearest one.

If you’re on certain benefits, you may be eligible to receive help from the government towards funeral costs.

At Distinct Cremations, there is no restriction on attendees for our attended funeral service. Our Customer Service Specialists can give you full information about the seating capacity at your chosen crematorium and the service lengths available. Give us a call on 01543 211997.

Many of our crematoria allow the attendance of pets by prior arrangement. Let your Customer Service Specialists know about your plans and they can make all of the arrangements for you.

The first modern cremation in the UK occurred in 1885, kickstarting the adoption of cremations by the British public. Learn more about the history of cremations in the UK.

Direct cremations are a dignified and simple way to say farewell without the pressures and costs of a traditional funeral. They involve cremating the body without a ceremony or mourners present and provide you and your family with the flexibility to commemorate your loved one's life in your own time and manner.

This allows for a personal and meaningful celebration or wake at a place and time of your choosing. Cost-effective and straightforward, direct cremations offer a less stressful alternative, enabling you to honour the deceased in a way that feels right for you, surrounded by comfort and support.