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Funeral Plans Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section is based on questions we're often asked by our customers about funeral plans.

If there's something you can't find immediately, you can always contact us with your question and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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Our funeral plans guarantee your acceptance, with no medical questions or additional costs for the elderly or those with pre-existing medical conditions. However, for funeral plans payable over 5 or 10 years we incur additional administration expenses for collecting the monthly instalments and for the purchase and administration of a “whole of life” policy from Scottish Friendly - an authorised and regulated insurance provider.

A direct cremation funeral plan lets you choose and pay for an unattended funeral ahead of time. Planning your own funeral protects your family from funeral costs and ensures your wishes are known for the type of funeral you'd like. If you know you'll be the one making funeral arrangements for someone else in future, you can take out a funeral plan for them for peace of mind.

When the time comes we'll carry out every part of the process and deliver the ashes to your family at no extra cost. Our funeral plans include cremation, fees, collection, care, return of the ashes and much more. For full details of what is and is not covered with our different funeral plan options, please read our price list and terms & conditions.

Yes, you can pay for your funeral plan in 12 monthly instalments or over 5 or 10 years. Terms & conditions apply.

While we can’t arrange the celebration for you we can provide funeral guidance if needed.

Yes, single payments and instalments up to 12 months are held in a secure Trust which is managed by independent trustees. For 5 & 10 year instalment plans we purchase a “whole of life” policy from Scottish Friendly - an authorised and regulated insurance provider. The proceeds of that policy will be used to pay for your chosen cremation at the time of need.

You’ll typically receive your documents within five working days of taking out the plan.

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.

What our customers say about us

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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Mrs Linda Jerwood, on Trustpilot 15 Apr 2025
Funerals easy to arrange and the people I have spoken to have been polite and helpful.
Derek Schroder, on Google 15 Apr 2025
Easy to follow and straightforward to complete application form.
Mrs Ross, on Trustpilot 14 Apr 2025
We rang up got all information was straight forward no hassle.got email also a phone call and we asked for paper letter aswell no problem.i recimend this my husband has it aswell
Andrew, on Trustpilot 14 Apr 2025
From Start to Finish, a very smooth process and helpful staff.
Lee, on Trustpilot 14 Apr 2025
Whilst sorting out my funeral plan distinct made the process really easy they talked me threw what I could have and how the whole process was they made me feel comfortable in sorting out something I wanted to do so my loved ones didn't have to.
Tina Kenway, on Google 12 Apr 2025
Thank you Mike and Chris lovely people. They were compassionate, kind and professional in every way wonderful company
Phill Turner, on Google 12 Apr 2025
The whole experience was responsive, informative, reassuring and precise, everything was explained thoroughly I felt at ease and fully confident in our choice 😀 😊
Gary Kight, on Google 12 Apr 2025
Very professional and efficient sales individual (Natalie) made the process of buying two plans very easy.
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