DIRECT CREMATION

Our Direct Cremation funeral option starts at $975, including VAT.

A Direct Cremation is minimalist, so is the most affordable type of funeral available. It is a simple, fuss-free affair, enabling you to send off your loved one in a dignified manner, affordably. It is an unattended service (i.e. no mourners) with a simple coffin. Our dedicated team will look after your loved one from the time we bring them into our care to the time we escort them to the crematorium on the day of their funeral.

You are welcome to customise the Direct Cremation option in a variety of ways – please note that any extras you may choose are subject to additional charges. 

At Harrison Funeral Home, we offer you a safe pair of hands for all of your funeral arranging needs. We are members of the National Association of Funeral Directors and have won many awards for our services to families. 

Please have a look at the breakdown below, or give us a call 24/7 to discuss your requirements and we will help you. 

DIRECT CREMATION PRICE BREAKDOWN

INCLUDED IN THE $975 COST:

  • OUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
    This includes our professional services, administration, expert advice, and help with all official paperwork. It also includes the provision of necessary staff to carry out various functions during the arrangements - from your personal funeral arranger to behind the scenes service operatives.
  • COLLECTION OF YOUR LOVED ONE INTO OUR CARE
    We will collect your loved one and bring them into our care, any time of the day or night, within a 25-mile radius of the M25. For further afield, additional mileage is charged at $2 per mile.
  • CARE OF YOUR LOVED ONE AT HARRISON PREMISES
    We look after your loved one at our private premises from the day we collect them to the day of their funeral. Per your directions, we can dress them in clothing provided by you, or a simple, white funeral shroud.
  • SIMPLE COFFIN
    Our quality, fuss-free, simple coffin will include your loved one's name etched onto a plate and fixed to the outside.
  • TRANSPORT OF THE DECEASED TO THE CREMATORIUM
    On the morning of the cremation, we will transport your loved one to the crematorium. Upon arrival, we will escort them inside and remain with them until the curtains close. We can also say something on your behalf if you would like us to.
  • CREMATION FEES FOR OUR LOCAL CREMATORIUM
    The cremation service time is before 9:30AM and is unattended by mourners. If you would prefer an attended service, please see our Simple Cremation option.

INCLUDED IN THE $975 COST:

  • DOCTOR'S FEES
    It is a legal requirement for a doctor/doctors to sign the Certificate of Cremation. Since COVID-19, only one doctor has been needed, with a fee of $82. Please note that this is subject to change at any time by the government, reverting back to a statutory requirement of 2 doctors, with two individual payments of $82. If Her Majesty’s Coroner is involved, these fees are not required
  • CIVIL CELEBRANT OR MINISTER
    As an unattended ceremony, there will be no celebrant or minister at a Direct Cremation. You may like to consider a Simple Cremation if this is a must.
  • FLOWERS
    Flowers can be arranged on your behalf and placed with the coffin. From a single stem, to a simple posy, to a large custom wreath, we can help coordinate flowers for you.
  • VIEWINGS IN THE CHAPEL Viewings can be arranged at your request in our Chapel of Rest. During office hours, this would cost £200 because your loved one will need care before you sit with them.
  • CREMATED REMAINS COURIER DELIVERY
    We can arrange a courier to deliver the ashes to you anywhere in the UK. Prices are available upon request and are based on third-party fees. You are of course welcome to arrange a courier yourself.

Payment terms: Fees are payable 48 hours before the funeral takes place. Payment can be made via bank transfer, direct debit, and all major credit cards. 

ALTERNATIVES TO A DIRECT CREMATION

DIRECT BURIAL

$ 3350 Starting from
  • A burial option which INCLUDES the plot in the price (specific cemeteries)
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Price excludes disbursements
with plot

SIMPLE CREMATION

$ 1500 Starting from
  • Attended funeral at a set time with crematorium of your choice
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Price excludes disbursements

STANDARD FUNERAL

$ 2080 Starting from
  • Includes a hearse, Conductor & Pallbearers. Plot excluded
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Price excludes disbursements

TRADITIONAL FUNERAL

$ 2530 Starting from
  • The full funeral cortege, plus limousine. Plot excluded
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Price excludes disbursements
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