A direct cremation is a simple no fuss funeral without the costs, and stress, associated with arranging a traditional funeral. With Distinct Cremations, we make things easy by taking all the stress away from you and delivering a service full of care and compassion.
Our services start from just £1,199 if you need to arrange a direct cremation today or in the very near future, or £1,699 if you are looking to plan ahead for the future with a prepaid direct cremation plan.
Whether you're wanting to arrange a funeral today or planning for the future, our customer service specialists are here for you 24/7 to answer any questions you may have on 0808 296 1270.
We’re here for you whether you are looking for our direct cremation services today or planning for tomorrow.
Find our 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 advertised is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £2,332.80 and includes administration fees.
Increasingly, people are choosing an unattended funeral, otherwise known as a direct cremation, instead of a more elaborate service.
This cremation only funeral option allows for a more flexible and personal remembrance. The steps below let you know what to expect from our service.
We're here for you 24/7. You can call us on 01543 212000 before a passing to give you and your loved ones time to prepare or you can call us when the time comes. All we need from you is some basic information to get things moving.
Read moreOur caring team will collect the deceased from anywhere in the UK mainland, whether your loved one is at home, in a care home or at a hospital. The deceased will then be taken to our professional mortuary facilities before cremation.
Read moreWe will prepare your loved one for cremation, bathe them, remove any artificial items and dress your loved one upon request. We will then lay them to rest in the coffin, transport them to the crematorium and we will inform you of the date of cremation.
Read moreThe cremation will take place at one of our 40 crematoriums in the UK. The body is taken through the front door, rested on the catafalque while a song of your choice is played or a moment of silence is respected, then the cremation takes place.
Read moreThe ashes will be hand-delivered back to you within 14 days or scattered in the garden of remembrance upon request. You may then like to arrange a memorial service or celebration of life to commemorate the life of your loved one.
Read more2.4 miles from Torquay
Torbay Crematorium & Cemetery Torquay Crematorium, Hele Road, Torbay, Torquay, TQ2 7QG
If you are interested in a personal, intimate, attended cremation to celebrate the life of a loved one, this can take place at our beautiful crematorium near Torquay. Up to 8 people can attend a 10 minute service from just £1,599 or 20 people can attend a 20 minute service from just £1,749.
Torbay Cemetery and Crematorium has served the people of Torbay for generations, and features stunning flowerbeds, an attractive lawn and a peaceful setting ideal for contemplation. Dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, it offers various facilities to cater for every need, regardless of faith or religion.
Our Torquay funeral services are also available to all those in the surrounding areas and across mainland UK. Wherever you are, you can feel reassured that your loved ones will be professionally and compassionately looked after.
There are many meaningful locations in and around Torquay for scattering ashes once they have been hand-delivered back.
However, please note before you do so that you must gain permission from the landowner or local authority first.
Oddicombe and Meadfoot beach both offer stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere which is a perfect place to scatter ashes, especially for those who spent a lot time by the sea.
Torquay has several parks and gardens that may provide a serene environment for scattering ashes including Cockington Country Park, with its picturesque thatched village and woodland, or Torre Abbey Gardens.
Somewhere meaningful such as a place off the route of the South West Coast Path or the Torquay Seafront Promenade may be a suitable spot. Or maybe Daddyhole Plain with its panoramic view of the coastline.
With a direct cremation, you have the freedom to arrange a personal memorial service of your choosing in your own time. Places that may be suited to your memorial service include church halls, village or town halls, sports or social clubs, pubs, restaurants and hotels.
Torquay Football Club, located at Plainmoor, can be a unique and meaningful venue for hosting a wake or memorial service, offering function rooms and event spaces that can be suitable for hosting such events.
Torquay's beautiful Grand Hotel overlooking the seafront may be a perfect location to celebrate the life of a loved one, with function rooms available for groups of all different sizes.
For golf fans, Torquay Golf Club, set in a picturesque, tranquil setting with lush green surroundings, has event spaces that are perfect for hosting a wake or memorial service to commemorate a loved one.
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.
Distinct Cremations leave out the funeral fuss and needless extras but leave in great service and a wonderfully caring attitude. That’s why my instinct is Distinct.
Sue Cook, TV Presenter
Not only are our 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
At Distinct Cremations we offer an alternative to a traditional funeral director. Our Torquay direct cremation services can be arranged entirely from the comfort of your own home. Our empathetic and respectful team can support you in arranging a direct cremation over the phone and help you fill out all necessary paperwork.
Unlike a traditional funeral, a direct cremation is simple, fuss free and low cost. As a direct cremation is an unattended funeral service your family and friends can come together at a different time in a more personal and meaningful place to share memories of your loved one and pay their respects.
If you would like to arrange a direct cremation in Torquay for yourself in the future or you know you will be responsible for planning someone else's funeral, you can also arrange a direct cremation in advance with a direct cremation funeral plan. As well as providing direct cremation services at the time of need, we also offer the option to set up a Unattended Direct Cremation Plan.
A Torquay direct cremation is an unattended cremation without a conventional funeral service. Choosing a direct cremation funeral gives you the freedom to hold a celebration of your loved one's life at a place which has personal significance and takes away the time pressure so you can plan a memorial in exactly the way you would like.
Some alternatives to a traditional funeral are taking a walk to scatter ashes, having a family meal, holding an event at home or at a local venue or something to reflect your loved one's unique hobbies and interests.
Choosing a direct cremation in Torquay has a number of benefits. A direct cremation is an unattended funeral service. It is the most affordable funeral option and keeps planning the funeral simple. With a direct cremation you are free from traditional obligations, allowing your family to remember your loved one in a way that best represents them and their life.
Our friendly and experienced team can help you arrange a direct cremation in Torquay. We will support you through each stage of the process to help alleviate the stress of planning a funeral. To find out more information about our Torquay direct cremation services, give us a call on 01543 212000. Our lines are open 24/7.