At Distinct Cremations, we specialise in direct cremations, an affordable alternative to a traditional funeral without any compromises. We are part of the Westerleigh Group, who are one of the largest funeral and cremation providers in the UK, serving over 70,000 families each year, and have been established for over 30 years.
As part of the Westerleigh Group, we have a national network of crematoria across the mainland UK. This includes Charing Crematorium located 22 miles from Rochester, which helps to serve those in Strood, Chattenden, Gillingham, Cuxton, High Halstow, Wouldham and all the surrounding areas in Medway and Kent.
There's also the option of having the cremation at Basildon & District Crematorium or Herne Bay Crematorium which are situated 31 miles and 35 miles from Rochester respectively.
Should you need any guidance or you'd like to ask a question, our caring and compassionate customer service specialists are here for you and your family 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 01543 211997. We're only ever one phone call away.
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 £2,374.80 and includes administration fees.
21.8 miles from
Rochester
Charing Crematorium Newcourt Wood, Charing, Ashford,
Kent, TN27 0EB
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 in Charing. Up to 8 people can attend a 10 minute service from just £1,699 or 20 people can attend a 20 minute service from just £1,899.
Charing Crematorium is set within natural woodland and surrounded by beautiful rose beds, shrubs, and formal lawns. The traditional yet multi-faith chapel first opened in 1936 and has provided carefully planned services ever since. With stained glass windows and 18-acres of surrounding woodland, it’s a perfect location to commemorate a loved one’s life.
30.8 miles from Rochester :
Basildon & District Crematorium and Cemetery Church Road, Bowers Gifford,
Basildon, Essex,
SS13 2HG
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 in Basildon. Up to 8 people can attend a 10 minute service from just £1,699 or 20 people can attend a 20 minute service from just £1,899.
Basildon and District Cemetery and Crematorium offers stunning views across the Thames estuary, surrounding lawns, and hills. With so much natural beauty within and around its gardens, this is the ideal place for peaceful reflection, while the crematorium itself provides a light space inside which has the benefits of air conditioning and a digital music system allowing you to curate a truly personal service.
34.7 miles from Rochester :
Herne Bay Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay, Kent,
CT6 7NF
Herne Bay Crematorium, situated in Herne Bay near Whitstable and Canterbury, is a state-of-the-art crematorium facilitating personal, intimate, attended cremation from just £1,699 and direct cremation services from only £1,399.
The modern chapel provides a warm and peaceful location to say your final goodbyes with welcoming floral displays and calm neutral décor. Natural light streams into the chapel via wide windows which look out onto the scenic crematorium grounds. Screens and a modern speaker system allow a loved one to be remembered with musical and visual tributes that represent their personality.
21.8 miles from Rochester :
Charing Crematorium Newcourt Wood, Charing, Ashford,
Kent, TN27 0EB
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 in Charing. Up to 8 people can attend a 10 minute service from just £1,699 or 20 people can attend a 20 minute service from just £1,899.
Charing Crematorium is set within natural woodland and surrounded by beautiful rose beds, shrubs, and formal lawns. The traditional yet multi-faith chapel first opened in 1936 and has provided carefully planned services ever since. With stained glass windows and 18-acres of surrounding woodland, it’s a perfect location to commemorate a loved one’s life.
30.8 miles from Rochester :
Basildon & District Crematorium and Cemetery Church Road, Bowers Gifford, Basildon,
Essex, SS13 2HG
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 in Basildon. Up to 8 people can attend a 10 minute service from just £1,699 or 20 people can attend a 20 minute service from just £1,899.
Basildon and District Cemetery and Crematorium offers stunning views across the Thames estuary, surrounding lawns, and hills. With so much natural beauty within and around its gardens, this is the ideal place for peaceful reflection, while the crematorium itself provides a light space inside which has the benefits of air conditioning and a digital music system allowing you to curate a truly personal service.
34.7 miles from Rochester :
Herne Bay Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay,
Kent, CT6 7NF
Herne Bay Crematorium, situated in Herne Bay near Whitstable and Canterbury, is a state-of-the-art crematorium facilitating personal, intimate, attended cremation from just £1,699 and direct cremation services from only £1,399.
The modern chapel provides a warm and peaceful location to say your final goodbyes with welcoming floral displays and calm neutral décor. Natural light streams into the chapel via wide windows which look out onto the scenic crematorium grounds. Screens and a modern speaker system allow a loved one to be remembered with musical and visual tributes that represent their personality.
Our Rochester 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.
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.
Sue Cook, TV Presenter