Otherwise known as a direct cremation, our unattended funeral takes place without a procession, service, ceremony or attendees, and is delivered with the utmost quality and care.
Over 74,000 cremations a year
Independent customer service rating of 4.9/5 on Feefo
A caring and attentive team here for you and your family 24/7
Nationwide provider operating throughout mainland UK
Over 74,000 cremations a year
Independent customer service rating of 4.9/5 on Feefo
A caring and attentive team here for you and your family 24/7
Nationwide provider operating throughout mainland UK
Unattended funerals are a popular, affordable alternative to a traditional funeral. There are no processions, no viewing of the deceased and no attendance of mourners. An unattended funeral instead focuses on making the whole process as affordable and stress-free as can be. On average, it's 70%* cheaper than a traditional funeral and is arranged with little fuss.
At Distinct Cremations, we make this possible. Our caring and attentive support team are here for you 24/7 to help with any questions you or your loved ones may have, whether that's with a query around the arrangement process, with help completing the necessary paperwork or something else no matter how big or small.
And when the time comes, our experienced funeral team offer exemplary care for the deceased, from beginning right to the end.
* 70% saving is based on the cost of a traditional funeral at £4,510 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026, sunlife.co.uk/ funeral-costs) vs the cost of a Distinct Cremations direct cremation at £1,350.
Choosing an unattended 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 view the key differences between each funeral option in more detail below.
The contemporary, simple, fuss-free farewell
* 70% saving is based on the cost of a traditional funeral at £4,510 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026, sunlife.co.uk/ funeral-costs) vs the cost of a Distinct Cremations direct cremation at £1,350.
A fixed format funeral, with a set service
Whether your loved one has died or you’re planning for the future, we’re on hand to deliver a first-class service filled with care and compassion.
Find our low cost, no frills funeral services below or alternatively you can view our price list or our CMA standardised price list..
Whether your loved one has died or is close to passing, our team is available 24/7 to support and talk you through the next steps; from collection and care of your loved one, completion of all paperwork, to the day of the funeral itself.
Relax knowing that the arrangements are agreed and paid for. There are no medical questions and acceptance is guaranteed. You can also pay in monthly instalments.
** Price is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £2,488.80 and includes admin fees.
Whether you're wanting to arrange a funeral today, interested in funeral plans, or looking for something else, our customer service specialists are here for you 24/7 to answer any of your questions.
Call on 01543 212 000An unattended funeral is a great option for families looking for a fuss-free way to say goodbye. It removes the pressure of organising a traditional funeral service, allowing you to create a more personal memorial service, should you choose, at a later date.
At Distinct Cremations, we take care of arranging the funeral and return the ashes within 14 days. This means that your family and friends can then hold the memorial service at a date and venue that suits everyone.
You can also decide upon the location and date that is best suited to the attendees. Some ideas for holding a memorial service include having a meal at a favourite restaurant, a picnic in the park or a function at the local pub.
Arranging an unattended cremation with Distinct Cremations is straightforward. If you need any help, our customer service specialists are available 24/7 for any of your questions.
You can call us any time of the day, 365 days a year, and we will collect the deceased from the place of death and bring them into our care.
Call on 01543 212 000
Whilst we care for the deceased, our customer service specialists will contact the family to book the cremation and complete all the paperwork.
Our care for the deceased
We will tell you the cremation date. Your loved one's ashes can then be scattered in our garden of remembrance or personally hand returned to you.
Hand delivery of the ashesNot only are our low cost funerals carried out with love and care, but we also offer one of the UK’s best value services.
From your very first phone call, right through to the hand delivery of the ashes, you can rest assured that you will be in the most caring and attentive hands with Distinct Cremations.
Our caring team are here 24/7 to support you through the most difficult of times
Rhiannon Pearson
Team Leader
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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Over 74,000 cremations a year
Westerleigh Group including Distinct Cremations carried out over 74,000 cremations in 2024.
