Direct Cremation – £1595

A direct Cremation funeral is for those who don’t want a formal, traditional and attended funeral. This allows you to arrange a memorial service at a later date if you wish, or to place your loved ones ashes in a place, at a time to suit you and your family.

Our fee of £1595 for this service is all inclusive of the following:

  • Our professional fee for making all arrangements for the cremation to take place, advising on procedures for registration of the death and meeting with the family to complete the necessary paperwork.
  • Transport of your loved one from the place of death within our local area of the Eden District and local Hospitals/Hospice/Nursing Home.
  • Provision of a simple coffin.
  • The cremation fee at a Crematorium of our choosing (Typically Eden Valley Crematorium) and at a date and time to suit ourselves.
  • Provision of a Hearse to transport your loved one to the Crematorium.
  • The return of the ashes in a simple container (Typically within 10 working days of the cremation).

It must be noted that with a Direct Cremation there are limitations and this is reflected in the considerable reduction in cost of this service, without compromising on our usual professional standards.  When considering this option, please bear in mind the following:

  • You can’t attend our chapel to view your loved one or attend the crematorium chapel on the day. (You will however be informed of the date of the cremation). Your loved one can be dressed in their own clothing.
  • There is no funeral service and as such requests for music etc isn’t an option.

Why Choose us for a Direct Cremation as opposed to other companies?

Direct Cremation in recent times, has gained a lot of attention due to a number of large national companies using heavy advertising to promote their services. In some instances the only facilities they have are a large distance away which affects the service provided to you, particularly during night time calls.

By dealing with us you are still dealing with a local, caring, family business that is responsive to your needs and your loved one will be cared for at our own premises. Importantly, the cost we charge is that and no “add on’s”, many providers advertise a cost that excludes things they include in the small print and can increase the cost considerably.

Feel free to phone and speak to one of our caring funeral directors who will happily advise you on your options.