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direct cremation funerals
Discover the perfectly simple way to organise a thoughtful & modern direct cremation funeral at a down to earth price.
"You don't have to pay the earth to be scattered on or buried in it."
Kim Bird, Founder & Funeral Cost Expert. As seen in the media.
What is a no frills direct cremation funeral?
A No Frills Funeral is a quality direct cremation service without fuss or expense.
You call the funeral provider, then sit back knowing everything has been taken care of. The ashes are scattered in the Garden of Remembrance or can be returned to you.
* There is the option for a small group of up to 12 people to spend 20 minutes at the crematorium to say a private goodbye. [1]
"Despite the low cost, a no frills funeral still has all the dignity you would expect from a traditional ceremonial funeral."
Why do people choose a no frills funeral?
A no frills cremation funeral is an affordable and increasingly popular way to say goodbye.
Loved ones usually arrange a celebratory gathering and scattering of ashes at a later date. The location is often familiar and comforting, such as the family home, the beauty spot that holds special memories, even a picnic on the beach.
Over three-quarters of all people in the UK chose cremation over burial in 2020
One in four opted for an unattended direct cremation service in 2020
A direct cremation saves on average 60% on the cost of a traditional funeral
Who is a no frills funeral best for?
When it's a Personal choice
A no frills funeral has found favour with people of all ages who simply don't want a fuss, or who aren't religious.
When it's a Financial choice
A no frills funeral is in high demand from the cash-strapped to the financially-savvy, who prefer to leave the average 60% saving over a traditional funeral to their beneficiaries or to charity.
When it's a Practical choice
A no frills funeral offers a practical solution to those who have outlived family and friends.
Celebrity no-frills funerals
Celebrities who publicly declared they didn't want a fuss after they passed away include Booker-Prize winning English novelist, Anita Brookner CBE. She asked to be cremated and specifically requested that there should be no funeral ceremony. American actress, Doris Day, didn't want a funeral ceremony either or a memorial service, or anything to mark her grave.
Singer-songwriter David Bowie opted for a direct cremation. His ashes were flown to Bali and scattered in line with Buddhist rituals.
Yoko Ono, wife of the Beatles singer song-writer John Lennon, arranged for him to be cremated. Only Yoko and their son, Sean, were present. Fans were invited to take part in a vigil.
Fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld didn't want a funeral. "I don't want a big fuss", he delcared. Karl planned to have his cat's ashes scattered in the same place.
Why use No Frills Funerals?
When you choose No Frills Funerals to help you arrange a funeral now, you will be able to tap into our experience of working with families that stretches back over 20 years. So whether you just want to get on with sorting out a no frills funeral as simply as possible, or would like some inspiration for a celebration after the cremation, we can help.
For expertise in arranging a no frills funeral now
If you need to arrange a cremation now, we can get it organised swiftly and at very little cost. See our packaged prices with no hidden costs.
For experience in planning a no frills funerals in advance
If you want a no frills send-off and avoid the possibility of family going over budget, our Funeral Wishes Planner is a great option to steer loved ones in the right direction.
For family support now and in the future
A funeral can be emotionally challenging and daunting to organise - especially if never arranged before. Our aim is to make the arrangement as simple and comfortable as possible for everyone involved.
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[1] The maximum number of people who can attend a Small Group Cremation service will depend on any government and crematorium venue restrictions in place at the time of the cremation.