Questions

Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Middlesex, West London ,Greater London. All other national areas are covered at a cost of £1.50 a mile.

We are experienced funeral directors, providing a low cost service.

We are an independent family owned funeral directors.

The direct cremation choice specifically excludes that, though this option is available at an added cost.

Following the cremation a memorial service or celebration of life may be held. A casket containing the Deceased’s ashes can be almost as poignant a focus at a service or gathering as the coffin itself. It is, very much a matter of personal choice.

The whole concept of being able to offer a low cost simple direct cremation at such an acceptable cost revolves around not having to provide several facilities to Clients. Because there is no viewing, our Chapel of Rest would not be utilised, and because there is no traditional church or secular service, the costs of hearse and limousines and additional staff are also not necessary.

Simply by concentrating on this ever more popular choice of arrangement. By providing exactly what is required to conduct a dignified simple departure, and by not transferring the financial burden of added vehicle fleets, staff, and other extra services to the client via their account.

Quotations are always given in writing prior to any commitment by you to engage our professional services. Terms and conditions are stated.

All the legal forms have to be completed as normal, and we will assist you in this process. All aspects of receiving the deceased at the crematorium, and the cremation itself are conducted in private. The crematorium utilised will be fully licensed in accordance with all current requirements. The date and place of cremation is entirely at our discretion and is chosen on the grounds of cost and availability. The Code of Crematoria Practice is followed, requiring cremation of the Deceased on the same day as arrival wherever possible.

Our private mortuary facilities are situated in Buckinghamshire.. Beautifully sited in rural Buckinghamshire, with abundant wildlife on it’s doorstep in a peaceful setting, is a most fitting last resting place prior to cremation.

This will vary depending upon crematorium, however it is usual for them to be available within 48 hours following the cremation. Ashes can be strewn in the crematorium grounds, or collected by the family.
Where the family is unable to collect the ashes, a courier service will be utilized at additional cost

Yes in the areas we cover.
If you desire a more traditional arrangement elsewhere in the UK, I would advise you to contact a local funeral director who has been recommended by family or friends. I would personally recommend a firm with affiliations to either the NAFD (National Association of Funeral Directors) or SAIF (The Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors). However, many other unaffiliated firms nationally provide an equally caring, professional service.

As the costs of the arrangement are fixed, we are able to provide the funeral invoice prior to the cremation. All our charges, and doctors / crematorium fees must be received in full, and in advance of provision of my professional services. Payment may be made via cash, cheque, bank transfer, or credit/debit cards.

Usually, Yes, but a deposit will be required. The DWP payment allows for a greater range of services than the Simple Direct Cremation provides, however, if an eligible person successfully applies for this social fund payment, then a reduced claim may be met.