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Arrange a simple Oldbury funeral from just £1,199 at Mercia Forest Crematorium just 12 miles away.

The UK's largest direct cremation provider ✝ Independent customer service rating of 4.9/5 on Feefo A caring and attentive team here for you and your family 24/7 Nationwide funeral provider operating throughout mainland UK
The UK's largest direct cremation provider ✝ Independent customer service rating of 4.9/5 on Feefo A caring and attentive team here for you and your family 24/7 Nationwide funeral provider operating throughout mainland UK

Distinct Cremations are a high quality specialist direct cremation provider in the UK offering Oldbury direct cremation services and [Oldbury funeral plans]((/locations/west-midlands/oldbury-funerals/funeral-plans/){.link-primary}. We deliver a simplified approach - all the essentials are taken care of, relieving the financial pressure at an already stressful time.

We are a company driven by a better way of doing things and as part of the Westerleigh Group, we have crematoriums throughout England, Scotland and Wales. This includes Mercia Forest Crematorium, located 12 miles from Oldbury, which helps to serve those in West Bromwich, Darlaston, Wednesbury, Netherton, Bilston, Halesowen and all the surrounding areas in and around Birmingham.

If you have a question or would like to take out a funeral plan call us now on 01543 212000. We're here for you 24/7.

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Distinct Cremations

Choosing a direct cremation instead of a traditional funeral lets you celebrate a loved one’s life however you wish, with less stress and no fuss. You can see the key differences between a direct cremation and a traditional funeral in more detail below.

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A funeral with Distinct Cremations

The contemporary, simple, fuss-free farewell

  • A choice of two options: an unattended cremation with no mourners present or an attended cremation
  • A compassionate team there 24/7 for your questions and support with paperwork
  • A service free of pomp and ceremony
  • You can organise a separate memorial service that’s personal and unique to your loved one
  • On average 72% cheaper* than a traditional funeral, with prices starting from just £1,199


* 72% saving is based on the cost of a basic funeral at £4,285 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2025, sunlife.co.uk/ funeral-costs) vs the cost of a Distinct Cremations direct cremation at £1,199..

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Traditional Funeral

Traditional Funeral

A fixed format funeral, with a set service

  • A set format 20-50 minute service held in a traditional setting like a church or chapel with mourners present
  • Traditionally less personal and flexible
  • Option to have a procession with a hearse or limousines
  • Funeral and service coordination from a funeral director
  • Costs on average £4,285# for a basic funeral





    # The average cost of a basic, funeral in 2023 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2024, sunlife.co.uk/funeral-costs)
Distinct Cremations

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.

Arrange a Funeral

From £1,199

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.

 

Funeral Plans

From £1,899 or £19.79** per month

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.

Low Cost Funerals In Oldbury

Our Oldbury funeral services take place at Mercia Forest Crematorium which is a 28 minute drive from Oldbury Green Retail Park, Oldbury, West Bromwich B69 3DD.

To arrange a funeral, call our compassionate team on 01543 211997

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12.2 miles from Oldbury
Mercia Forest Crematorium Broad Lane, Essington, Wolverhampton, WV11 2RJ

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Nearby Locations

Our Oldbury 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.

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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Anonymous, on Feefo 10 Mar 2025
Bought a policy online which was quick and simple to do and then received a courtesy call from Distinct Cremations to make sure that I was happy with my purchase. Very professional.
Debbie Burchell, on Feefo 8 Mar 2025
I had no idea where to go when my mum passed away. We had discussed that she wanted to be cremated, but that was it. My partner saw Distinct Cremations on our local Crematorium website, as they work with them. I didn't want loads of fuss, or to go into an office. Just a lovely personal service. Distinct Cremations went above and beyond in every area. I picked my options on the website, nice and simple, to get an idea of my quote. Then had a lovely discussion on the phone with Dan. We talked about all the options I wanted and he was so thougthful, sincere and genuinely supportive, I was really nicely surprised. It was really simple to put the order through and to pay for. Since then I have had a singluar, regular contact called Grace who looked after me every step of the way. The professionalism and compassion of the staff at Distinct Cremations is second to none. I was informed at every step with what was going to happen. They regularly checked in with me, to make sure I was doing ok. The service and celebrant Carol Porter was incredible. Everything happened exactly as planned. I couldn't have wanted anything better. The ashes were delivered to me at home, I had the standard box for them to be delivered in. The gentleman who delivered them was really kind and compassionate also. They came in a really nice blue box. Thank you for making one of the worst times of my life as easy as it could have been. I would highly recommend Distinct Cremations to everyone. I would definitely use them again myself.
Yvette Glover, on Feefo 7 Mar 2025
I am so grateful to the two people who looked after me during the process of organising the cremation. They were really caring and nothing seemed too much trouble. A huge thank you to Daniel and especially Maxine.
Anonymous, on Feefo 7 Mar 2025
I purchased a cremation plan for my wife and myself. It was very easy to do and so far everything is fine. Just hope I don"t need to use it for a while. Bob
David Peter Lee, on Feefo 6 Mar 2025
Excellent company and great customer service and follow up.
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Godfrey Peter Tucker, on Feefo 27 Feb 2025
The telephone service personnel were very friendly and helpful, not at all pushy. Would recommend the service, as every thing went to plan.
Anonymous, on Feefo 24 Feb 2025
the staff were very helpfull
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Everything is done with huge care, respect and real reverence. I saw the service Distinct Cremations provide and I was both moved and impressed.

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One of Oldbury’s best value direct cremation services, delivered with a caring and compassionate heart

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 and through every stage of the cremation process, 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

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If you are struggling to afford the costs of a funeral, you could be eligible for a Funeral Expenses Payment from the government to help you pay.

If you are not eligible for this financial help but would like low cost funeral services in Oldbury, our simple cremation funerals prioritise affordability without compromising on care. Our direct cremation funerals without attendees are available from just £1,199. Alternatively, if you and your family would like the tradition of saying a final goodbye, our attended cremation services costs from £1,899.

The most affordable funeral option available is a direct cremation funeral. This is a cremation that takes place without any mourners present. Our respectful direct cremation funeral services in Oldbury start from just £1,199. Prior to the cremation, the coffin is rested in the chapel with a chapel attendant present and a chosen piece of music can be played. The cremation then takes place and the ashes are personally returned to the preferred family member or friend.

If you are planning ahead for your own funeral, our Direct Cremation Plan for £1,899 is also available to those in the Oldbury area. You can pay for this funeral plan upfront or flexibly in instalments if you would like to spread the cost.

Our Oldbury funeral services let you arrange a funeral from your own home. You can research and choose the funeral option that suits you best on our website, then give our experienced and empathetic team a call on 01543 212000. Whilst our funerals can be arranged without needing to visit any physical premises, we have a nationwide network of 41 crematoriums so can provide flexibility in where our attended cremations are held.

Many of the traditional costs and formalities of a funeral are not necessary and can be removed in favour of a simple funeral. Our funeral services in Oldbury offer compassion at a low cost. For those looking for a funeral without fuss, direct cremation is the simplest option as it is a completely unattended service. Our direct cremation starts from just £1,199. Or if you and your family would like to be present at your loved one's funeral service, our attended cremations from £1,899 are pared back to the essential funeral elements and carried out with the utmost respect.

When you begin researching funeral services in Oldbury you may find the prices are higher than you expected. It's important to remember that a meaningful and personal send-off does not need to be expensive, adhere to tradition or contain any pomp and ceremony.

At Distinct Cremations, we offer simple, fuss-free Oldbury funeral services so you can avoid paying for costs associated with a funeral that you may not want. For example, we transport the deceased in our own private ambulances so you don't have to hire costly hearses or limousines. We also provide simple and respectful coffins and ashes containers rather than ornate options which can be expensive.

Our most affordable Direct Cremation service starts from just £1,199 and takes place without mourners present so you can say goodbye to your loved one in your own time in a way that reflects their life instead. Or if you would like to be present at the cremation to pay your respects, our Funeral Service costs from £1,899.

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