Non traditional funerals delivered with care
At Distinct Cremations, we offer two types of non traditional funerals. A direct cremation which is unattended and an attended cremation. Read on for more information.
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What is a non traditional funeral?
A non traditional funeral is a no fuss funeral which allows the family to say goodbye in a way they choose rather than being inhibited by historic practices. With a non traditional funeral, the family has the flexibility to tailor the funeral cremation to the personality of the deceased.
At Distinct Cremations, our non traditional funerals focus on making the funeral as simple and stress-free as possible, with two non traditional funerals: a direct cremation which is unattended and an attended cremation.
How is a non traditional funeral different?
Choosing a non traditional funeral instead of a traditional funeral lets you celebrate a loved one’s life however you wish, with less stress and no fuss.
You can see the key differences between a non traditional funeral and a traditional funeral in more detail below.
A non traditional funeral with Distinct Cremations
The contemporary, fuss-free farewell
- A choice of two options: an unattended cremation with no mourners present or an attended cremation.
- A compassionate, attentive team there 24/7 for your questions and support with paperwork
- A service free of pomp and ceremony
- You can organise a separate memorial service that's personal and unique to your loved one
- On average 69%* cheaper than a traditional funeral, with prices starting from just £1,299
* 69% saving is based on the cost of a basic funeral at £4,285 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2025, sunlife.co.uk/ funeral-costs) vs the cost of a Distinct Cremations direct cremation at £1,299.
A traditional funeral with optional extras
A fixed format funeral, with a set service
- A set format 20-50 minute service held in a traditional setting like a church or chapel with mourners present
- Traditionally less personal and flexible
- Option to have a procession with a hearse and limousines
- Funeral and service coordination from a funeral director
- Costs on average £4,285# for a basic funeral
# The average cost of a basic funeral in 2024 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2025, sunlife.co.uk/funeral-costs)
What's covered?
| Direct Cremation | |
|---|---|
| An unattended cremation or an attended cremation | |
| Collection of the deceased | |
| Care at our professional mortuary | |
| 24/7 support | |
| Help with all legal and cremation paperwork | |
| Prepare the deceased for cremation | |
| A simple coffin or urn | |
| Removal of artificial mechanisms & pacemakers | |
| Respectful cremation at one of our 41 crematoriums | |
| Ashes scattered in the garden of remembrance | |
| A funeral procession | |
| Choice of cremation time | |
| Embalming & viewing of the deceased | |
| Special requests such as memorials, flowers or obituaries |
| An unattended cremation or an attended cremation | Collection of the deceased | Care at our professional mortuary | 24/7 support | Help with all legal and cremation paperwork | Prepare the deceased for cremation | A simple coffin or urn | Removal of artificial mechanisms & pacemakers | Respectful cremation at one of our 41 crematoriums | Ashes scattered in the garden of remembrance | A funeral procession | Choice of cremation time | Embalming & viewing of the deceased | Special requests such as memorials, flowers or obituaries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Cremation |
* Weekdays 8am - 6pm, mainland Great Britain only
Arrange a funeral
From £1,299
If your loved one has passed away or is in the final stages of life, our team is here 24/7 to assist you. Your loved one is brought into our care and prepared for cremation at our mortuary, whilst we support you with all the necessary paperwork and arrangements before carrying out the cremation.
Prepaid funeral plan
From £1,899
Get the funeral you want with a prepaid funeral plan. Planning in advance takes the cost and stress away from your loved ones and protects against rising prices. Acceptance is guaranteed with protection for your money and no medical questions.
What to expect from our cremations service
1. You call us
Call us 24/7 to make your funeral arrangements. Our caring team will lead you through the initial steps.
2. We bring into our care
We transport your loved one to our professional mortuary via private ambulance and prepare them for cremation.
3. Funeral arrangements
Whilst your loved one is cared for, we support with all the necessary paperwork and practical arrangements.
4. Cremation takes place
Your loved one is taken to one of our 42 crematoriums across mainland Great Britain for a dignified send-off.
5. Ashes are returned
The ashes can be scattered at the crematorium or personally returned within 14 days.
Get in touch
If you need to arrange a funeral today or are interested in funeral plans, our customer service specialists are here for you 24/7.
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Arrange a funeral
At Distinct Cremations, we provide no fuss cremations and cheap cremations which are simple to arrange, affordable and delivered with care, dignity and respect.
Funeral plans
A prepaid funeral plan gives you peace of mind knowing that funeral costs are covered. Acceptance is guaranteed with no medical questions, and plans start from just £1,899.
How it works
We guide you through the steps of a low-cost cremation, from bringing the deceased into our care to the scattering or delivery of the ashes, while keeping you in touch each step of the way.
