Our direct cremations give you the freedom to say goodbye your way and arrange a funeral from just £1,399.
We understand that every send off is a deeply personal experience. A direct cremation lets you honour your loved one's memory without the complexity and high costs associated with a traditional funeral.
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The UK’s largest direct cremation provider
A caring and attentive team here for you and your family 24/7
Nationwide provider operating throughout mainland GB
Independent customer service rating of 4.9/5 on Feefo
The UK’s largest direct cremation provider
A caring and attentive team here for you and your family 24/7
Nationwide provider operating throughout mainland GB
We offer direct cremations for a loved one who has passed away or for a future funeral if you're planning ahead. Every step of the journey is delivered with kindness and care from our compassionate professional teams.
View our low cost direct cremation services below. Alternatively, view our price list or our CMA standardised price list for a breakdown of costs.
From £1,399
If your loved one has passed away or is in the final stages of life, we are here 24/7 to support you.
We collect and care for your loved one and provide guidance with all necessary paperwork. On the day of cremation, we transport your loved one to the crematorium chapel. Following a dignified cremation, the ashes will be returned or scattered by our team according to your wishes.
From £1,899 or £19.79* per month
Give yourself the peace of mind that future funeral arrangements are sorted. Our direct cremation funeral plan includes all of our direct cremation services and protects you against rising funeral costs. Pay in single payment or monthly to spread the cost. We guarantee acceptance with no medical questions.
* Price advertised is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £2,374.80 and includes administration fees.
A direct cremation is the respectful cremation of the deceased without a formal attended ceremony at the crematorium. It is a modern and cost effective approach to funerals. You have the freedom to arrange a memorial or celebration of life at a time and place that suits you and your family instead. This could be at your local pub, sports venue, park or somewhere else that meant a lot to your loved one.
Immediate assistance
When you contact us, our compassionate team will guide you through the process, ensuring all necessary arrangements are handled with care and sensitivity.
Respectful collection
We collect your loved one from their place of rest and transport them to our state-of-the-art mortuary facilities.
The cremation
The cremation takes place with dignity and respect at one of our scenic crematoriums.
Ashes returned or scattered at no extra cost
The individually identified and tracked ashes will be hand delivered to you within 14 days or scattered at the crematorium.
Whether you need to arrange a funeral today or you're looking to safeguard your future with a prepaid funeral plan, our friendly team can help you arrange a dignified and low cost direct cremation.
Have a question? Contact us to ask one of our experienced customer service specialists.
Call us on 01543212000A direct cremation differs from a traditional cremation in several ways. The key difference is that a direct cremation is unattended whereas at a traditional funeral there will usually be a service attended by friends and family before the cremation takes place.
Both approaches prioritise care and respect for your loved one so that their final journey is handled with compassion and sensitivity. We've summarised the main differences to help you decide whether a direct cremation is right for your loved one.
A modern and fuss-free farewell to suit a loved one who didn't like funerals or wanted their life to be remembered in a more personal and unique way
** 66% saving is based on the cost of a basic funeral at £4,141 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2024, sunlife.co.uk/ funeral-costs) vs the cost of a Distinct Cremations direct cremation at £1,399..
A fixed format funeral attended by friends and family of the deceased with a formal order of service which may be influenced by the venue
A common misconception about direct cremation is that it takes away the time for family to grieve together, feel closure and celebrate a loved one's life. Whilst direct cremations may not be traditional farewells, they offer the freedom to say goodbye in so many other personal ways.
Instead of saying goodbye at a formal funeral service, you may feel more comfortable and relaxed holding an ashes scattering event. There's no rush so you can wait until you feel ready.
You may like to scatter the ashes yourself in a place significant to your loved one or have an attended scattering at the crematorium.
Scattering ashes >>
Everyone's life is unique so there's no reason why a farewell has to fit into the rigid structure of a traditional funeral service.
You can bring friends and family together to pay their respects anywhere that was important to your loved one. This could be at their local pub, favourite restaurant or an event they always attended.
Celebration of life ideas >>
With a direct cremation, there are no restrictions on how you choose to remember someone. You can hold one memorial event or several. You can keep the ashes close or have them made into jewellery, fireworks or even a record.
Consider how your loved one spent their time and what they enjoyed to help you decide on the send off that suits them.
Memorial ideas >>
Distinct Cremations leave out the funeral fuss and needless extras but leave in great service and a wonderfully caring attitude.
Sue Cook, TV Presenter
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.
Direct cremations are simpler and more affordable than traditional funerals. Choosing not to have an attended funeral avoids the cost and fuss of a funeral procession and service. Instead, a separate memorial can be arranged at a more personal venue.
At Distinct Cremations, we care for your loved one at each step of the cremation process. We swiftly and safely transport them to our state-of-the-art mortuary and offer round-the-clock guidance to help you with the necessary forms. At the cremation, your loved one's coffin is taken through the chapel while your chosen song is played. Afterwards, we can return the ashes to you or scatter them in our garden of remembrance.
A direct cremation is a simple fuss-free cremation without a funeral service. Having no mourners attend the cremation reduces the costs and stress of arranging a traditional funeral.
For many, a direct cremation allows them to separate the cremation from the celebration of the deceased’s life, allowing them a dignified opportunity to say goodbye in a way that better suits them.
At Distinct Cremations, we handle all the direct cremation arrangements, from collecting your loved one to returning their ashes, to make things even easier.
Our unattended cremation service starts from just £1,399, which is 66%** cheaper than a traditional cremation.
** 66% saving is based on the cost of a basic funeral at £4,141 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2024, sunlife.co.uk/ funeral-costs) vs the cost of a Distinct Cremations direct cremation at £1,399.
Our direct cremations are unattended cremations which take place without mourners present. However, we do offer a choice of small attended cremations where up to 8 mourners can attend a 10 minute service or up to 20 mourners can attend a 20 minute service.
A cremation without mourners present suits those who'd like to minimise funeral costs, avoid the confines of tradition or keep the send-off as straightforward as possible. Choose a no-fuss cremation conducted with the utmost professionalism.
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