Direct to the Crematorium Service
from £2,150*
This is a simple unattended funeral service for those people who do not wish to have a service prior to the cremation. Although the service is unattended, your loved one will have a dignified, professional, and peaceful cremation.
*The direct crematorium price does NOT include a hearse or Limousine, any viewing, administration of donations or flowers or order of service or taking mourners lists at the funeral.
Removal:
Removal from a local Hospital or Address near our office, to our rest rooms in office hours.
Funeral:
Making all arrangements and completion of documents for the cremation**. Advice, support, and guidance. Transportation to the crematorium for cremation, carried out by two members of our team.
**Registration of a death cannot be undertaken by a funeral director
Coffin:
Supply of a simple coffin.
Ashes:
We will arrange for the return of ashes in a simple container, ready for your collection from our Office.
Crematorium:
Funeral Director's charges plus the cremation fees.
Although this service is unattended, your loved one will have a dignified, professional, and peaceful cremation.
Please Note
The direct crematorium price does NOT include a hearse or Limousine, any viewing, administration of donations or flowers or order of service or taking mourners lists at the funeral.
We also ask that all costs are paid in full before the funeral takes place.
Direct Cremation FAQs
What is a direct cremation?
A direct cremation is a funeral without a service. The deceased person is taken into the care of the funeral director, who undertakes the cremation and returns the ashes or cremated remains to the family.
Why do people choose a direct cremation where nobody attends?
There are many reasons people opt for a direct cremation. And it’s not always about saving money. Although direct cremations are typically cheaper than a funeral with a ceremony, some families choose them because they are seen as being ‘no fuss’.
What are the benefits of a direct cremation?
Aside from the money-saving potential, direct cremations require much less planning, as there’s no need to consider transport, floral tributes, public notices, coffin types etc. They also offer flexibility in allowing family and friends to arrange a unique tribute at a time and date that suits them.
What are the risks of a direct cremation?
A direct cremation isn’t for everyone and families should think carefully before making their decision. A funeral service with mourners is an important part of the grieving process for many people. If they are denied this opportunity, it could exacerbate any related mental health problems. It can also create conflict within families. Additionally, some direct cremation providers don’t allow relatives to visit their loved one before the funeral takes place, which again could cause suffering at a time of distress. There’s also the risk that a delayed gathering in memory of your loved one gets put on hold indefinitely, as life gets in the way.
If you are considering a direct unattended cremation for yourself, it is always best to speak with your family and friends first. This will enable you to ask for their opinions and, crucially, establish whether they would want a funeral service to remember you.
Where can I get a direct cremation?
Many local independent funeral directors offer direct cremation, including AJ Wakely and Sons.
Why is a local funeral director the best choice for a direct cremation?
By choosing your local independent funeral director to arrange a direct cremation, you can be sure of several things:
- Your loved one will be cared for locally in a professional grade mortuary, rather than being transported half-way across the country in a van full of bodies.
- Your loved one will be cremated at a local, trusted crematorium – which will be either a local authority or privately run site.
- You will have an option to spend precious final moments with your loved one in a chapel of rest before the cremation.
- You will have an option to customise the package, for example by dressing your loved one in their own clothes or arranging a witnessed committal.
- The money you spend will benefit local employees and your community.
What if I change my mind?
If you choose a direct cremation provided by a local funeral director, it is possible to make changes right up to the day of the funeral itself. This is why it’s always sensible to make plans for the kind of funeral you want before the time comes – involving loved ones at every step of the way.
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*plus third party fees such as crematorium fees, flowers, service sheets, newspapers etc.
**A J Wakely & Sons Ltd is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).
Please get in touch with our dedicated and caring team for any advice or guidance at any time.
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