Frequently Asked Questions

In terms of the financial cost, a direct cremation is the cheapest funeral option available. The average cost of a direct cremation in the UK is £1,628. This is on average £2,882 cheaper* than a traditional funeral with a service.

However, the low price point doesn't mean that a direct cremation is lacking in compassionate support and respectful care throughout the process.

*Based on the cost of a traditional funeral at £4,510 vs a direct cremation funeral at £1,628 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026, sunlife.co.uk/funeral-costs)

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.

We take pride in offering the deceased a dignified send-off. While in our care we wash their body, wash and comb their hair and dress them before the cremation.

We’ll keep the deceased dressed in the same clothes they were wearing when they entered our care unless otherwise requested. If you’ve got a specific outfit you’d like them to wear, just let us know and provide it prior to the cremation.

Many people struggle to afford a funeral because of the rising funeral costs. If you’re arranging the funeral of a loved one and you think you can’t afford it, check if you’re eligible for Government assistance via a Funeral Expenses Payment in England & Wales or check your eligibility and apply for a Funeral Support Payment in Scotland.

With Distinct Cremations, it will take approximately 2-4 weeks to arrange the funeral. This includes the completion of the necessary paperwork and the cremation itself. Once the cremation has taken place, the ashes can be scattered in the crematorium garden of remembrance or personally returned by our team within 14 days.

Learn more in our guide to arranging a funeral.