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Articles and resources to guide you with confidence

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Why more families are choosing direct cremation

Increasing numbers of families are choosing direct cremation because it gives them more choice and more time to decide how they want to say goodbye. There is no formal funeral service to arrange straight away, creating space to remember someone in their own way and at a time that feels

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Is direct cremation the right choice for us?

Direct cremation is a good choice for families who want a simple, dignified cremation and the freedom to say goodbye in their own way, at a fraction of the cost of a traditional funeral. It may not suit those who want a service with the coffin present or specific religious

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Cheapest prepaid direct cremation plans in the UK

A prepaid direct cremation plan lets you pay for a simple, unattended cremation at today’s price. It can help to protect your family from rising funeral costs and removes the need for them to make financial decisions during an already difficult time. However, prepaid direct cremation plan prices vary considerably.

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What does a direct cremation plan cover?

A direct cremation plan is designed to cover the main costs of the cremation. This usually includes the cremation fee itself, as well as funeral director services such as collecting and caring for the person who has died, completing the cremation paperwork, booking the crematorium and supporting the family. Plans

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How to pay for your direct cremation plan in instalments

Buying a direct cremation plan gives you the opportunity to plan – and pay for – a simple cremation. Your prepaid plan covers everything needed, including funeral director services, paperwork and care, a simple coffin, cremation and return of the ashes. As there’s no funeral service or viewing and no

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How to arrange a direct cremation

If someone close to you has died and you are considering a direct cremation, the process is simpler than you might expect. You do not need to visit a funeral home or make dozens of phone calls. Most of it can be handled with a single call to a direct

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What is included in a direct cremation?

Direct cremation is the simplest type of funeral, but what is covered varies from one provider to the next. Some advertise a low headline price and then add charges for additional services. Others offer a fully inclusive price with no extras. This guide explains what is typically included in a

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What is a direct cremation plan?

A direct cremation plan is a prepaid arrangement that covers the majority of costs of a direct cremation. This usually includes collection of the deceased, professional care, a coffin and the cremation itself. You pay a fixed price today, protecting your family from rising funeral costs. With our Direct Cremation

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What happens when someone dies in a care home

When someone you love dies in a care home, the staff will take care of the immediate steps. They deal with this regularly and will guide you through what happens next. But knowing the process yourself can help you feel more prepared and less overwhelmed when the time comes. This

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What happens when someone dies at home

Losing someone at home can be one of the most disorientating experiences a person can go through. In the moment, it’s hard to think clearly, and most people have no idea what they’re supposed to do, who to call, or how quickly they need to act. This guide walks through

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What happens at a direct cremation?

One of the most common concerns people have about direct cremation is not knowing what happens. Because nobody attends, it can feel like handing your loved one over and hoping for the best. That uncertainty is completely understandable. However, as part of the Memoria Group, with our own network of

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Compare direct cremation prepaid plans

A prepaid direct cremation plan lets you fix the cost of a simple, unattended cremation at today’s price – protecting your family from rising costs and the stress of making arrangements at a difficult time. But with plan prices ranging from £1,425 to £2,095, what you get for your money

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