Frequently Asked Questions

Attended cremation costs vary between direct cremation providers, but the average attended cremation cost in the UK is £4,200.* At Distinct Cremations, our prices for an affordable Funeral Service start at just £1,950.

* The average cost of cremation in 2025 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026, sunlife.co.uk/funeral-costs)

Unfortunately we can’t transfer funeral plans from a different company to ourselves. However, you can simply cancel your existing funeral plan and take out a new one with us if you want to.

You’re free to visit any of our crematoriums, within their opening hours, to view the grounds and facilities ahead of time.

Typically, it takes 1-3 hours for a body to be cremated, but that depends on what type of funeral you're having. To help you understand the process better, here's a step-by-step guide to what you can expect from a cremation.

A no fuss funeral, such as a direct cremation, is ideal for those who prefer simplicity and focus on the essentials. It offers a dignified farewell without the traditional ceremony and procession. It's a stress-free option that provides the flexibility to arrange a more personal send off at a later date.

Yes, you can attend a direct cremation. Though most direct cremations are unattended, with Distinct Cremations you can attend a cremation for 30 or 60 minutes depending on your choice.

You can read more on our Funeral Service page.

When you buy a plan with Distinct Cremations, the services you pay for are guaranteed to be delivered with nothing more to pay. That means that if costs rise in the future, your family won’t have to pay more.

One of the options available for a funeral plan in [location] is a direct cremation funeral plan. Direct cremations are unattended cremations that take place without friends and family attending the service. A direct cremation funeral plan could be right for you if you dislike traditional funerals or would like your loved ones to come together and remember your life in a different way instead.