Pay in advance for a family-led funeral service for up to 8 attendees with our Intimate Cremation Plan . The service lasts for 10 minutes giving close family and friends the opportunity to view the coffin and pay their respects. Payment options are flexible with the choice to pay in one payment or in instalments over 1, 5 or 10 years.

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Our Intimate Cremation Plan

Our Intimate Cremation Plan includes a 10 minute family-led service for 8 attendees. The service can include songs played in memory of the deceased, readings, a brief eulogy or, if preferred, time to simply sit in quiet and reflect.

If you would like more people present, our Private Cremation Plan offers a 20 minute service for 20 attendees whereas our Simple Funeral Plan includes a full length celebrant-led service with no restrictions on attendee numbers.

Alternatively, our Unattended Direct Cremation Plan guarantees a respectful cremation without any attendees present.

Paying for any of our affordable funeral plans is flexible with options to pay in one single payment or over 1, 5 or 10 years.

What's included from £2,099

  • Up to 8 attendees
  • A 10 minute family-led early morning service
  • Collection of the deceased 24/7 from anywhere in the UK mainland
  • Care at our state-of-the-art professional mortuary
  • Removal of pacemakers, artificial mechanisms and medical implants
  • Help with all legal and cremation paperwork
  • Doctor's fee
  • 24/7 support from our customer service team
  • Transport of the deceased via private ambulance
  • Preparation of the deceased for cremation
  • Respectful and dignified cremation at your choice of Westerleigh crematorium
  • Chapel attendant's presence and support
  • A simple coffin
  • Extra large coffin if required
  • Choice of date and time from a selection of early morning services
  • Ashes scattered in our crematorium remembrance gardens or personally hand-delivered within 14 days
  • Temporary ashes container for easy scattering
  • An option to Go Greener

What's not included

  • Viewing of the deceased
  • Funeral procession
  • Embalming
  • Celebrant or officiant's fees
  • A hearse or limousines
  • Cost of repatriation from outside mainland Great Britain
  • Special requests such as memorials, flowers, catering or obituaries
  • Any additional charges (such as VAT) passed to us due to changes in the law, tax rules or legislation that affect the way cremations are carried out



For full details of what is and is not covered, please read our funeral plan summary and terms and conditions.

For additional pricing information and a full list of our optional extras, please see our price list.

To arrange a funeral straight away for a loved one who has died, call our empathetic Customer Service Specialists on 01543 211997.

Set up an Intimate Cremation Plan

Paying for a funeral ahead of time protects your family from rising funeral costs and unexpected funeral bills. If you’ve decided that a Intimate Cremation Plan is the funeral plan you would like to set up, start the process by filling out your details below.

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For more information about our Intimate Cremation Plan and other funeral plans, speak to our experienced Customer Service Specialists by calling 01543 211997.

Why not add our Go Greener option?

Our optional extra can be added for £100 and includes:

  • A coffin made from wood fibre containing a mix of virgin recovered and recycled fibre - a coffin that uses up to 80% fewer trees to produce
  • Carbon offsetting of the Distinct Cremations service
  • A tree planted as a natural solution to tackle climate change
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Choose how to pay

You can pay for an Intimate Cremation Plan in one single payment or over 12 months. Acceptance is guaranteed if you are over 18 and there are no medical questions or upper age limits.

If you are aged between 50 & 74, you can also pay over 5 or 10 years for a lower monthly payment.

Single payment or over 12 months

  • Acceptance is guaranteed if you're over 18 years old with no upper age limit
  • Once full payment is made the services in the plan are 100% guaranteed
  • Money is transferred into the Distinct Funeral Plans Trust, independent of Distinct Cremations
  • If you pay over 12 months, you can add a deposit if you wish, and your monthly payments will be reduced accordingly
  • Receive all of your money back if you cancel within 30 days and your money back minus a £95 cancellation fee if you cancel after 30 days
  • Payments are fixed over 12 months protecting you from inflation and we do not add fees
  • The plan has to be paid in full before the cremation is guaranteed to be covered

Paying for a plan over 5 or 10 years

  • Acceptance is guaranteed for anyone aged between 50 & 74
  • Low monthly payments - depending on your age
  • Guaranteed to cover the costs in your plan after just 12 months, meaning that if you pass away before you have finished paying, your plan is guaranteed with no further payments required
  • Payments are fixed for the term protecting you from inflation
  • Full cover provided for accidental death from day one
  • Money-back guarantee if you decide to cancel in the first 12 months
  • You must continue to make your payments for the full period or to end of life if earlier, otherwise you will lose the benefit
  • You will pay more for your plan overall compared to paying with a single payment or spreading the cost over 12 months
  • If you cancel after 12 months of the plan start date, you will not receive any money back

Get your free guide now

Distinct Cremations are specialists in affordable and dignified farewells. Our free funeral plan guide explains how you can avoid the stress and expense of a traditional funeral.

The guide outlines what our low cost funeral plans include, the payment options available, how to take out a plan and what will be in your customer pack.

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How do prepaid funeral plans from Distinct Cremations work?

Distinct Cremations' low cost funeral plans are perfect for those looking to safeguard their future. A funeral plan removes the uncertainty around your wishes, relieves some of the pressure your loved ones may feel when arranging a funeral and is inclusive of all the essentials.

We offer the highest level of support, but don't take our word for it

Below are a selection of reviews from those who have purchased a funeral through Distinct Cremations.

I was very happy with the service I received and they are only a phone call away if I or my sons should need advice or help in any way
This is a good company, the cremation was dealt with very smoothly without any problems. The staff were very courteous and professional throughout. Everything was explained over the phone and they were very patient answering my questions. The ashes were delivered on time to my door. Highly recommended.
They gave a superb service, they were very professional from start to finish, but also friendly and empathetic too, at what was a very difficult time for myself and the family
Dee was lovely and understanding and advice was easy to understand
Very kind and helpful lady. She talked me through everything that I asked her about.
From the very first phone call I felt things were going to be handled well. Kindness compassion and helpful ness were shown throughout. I was kept informed about all the details and the person delivering the ashes was so respectful and kind taking the time to ask about my husbands life. This is who will handle my cremation.
Received excellent service from Distinct Cremations. The passing of my stepfather was very distressing and emotional time for my family. David at DC kept us up to date with the arrangements, and talked us through each step of the plan, and kept the admin to a minimum. The cost of the Direct cremation was as advertised, which I found to be good value. Thank you everyone at DC.
Excellent service. Professional but still friendly considering the subject being discussed can be awkward for some people.
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Why choose a Direct Cremation with Distinct?

Find Peace of Mind

We’ll take care of everything, so your family don’t need to - from collection to the paperwork and right through to cremation

Highest Quality

We have the Distinct advantage of only investing in the best funeral and mortuary care at our state of the art facilities

24/7 Support

Our highly experienced, attentive customer service specialists are here for you & your family 24/7. We’re here whenever you need us

Available Nationwide

No matter where you live in the UK mainland, our specialist direct cremations are available for the same price

Dedication to Direct Cremation

We focus solely on direct cremations across mainland England, Wales and Scotland, offering the highest quality nationwide for the best price

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