Direct Cremation Cheshire
If you need to arrange a direct cremation in Cheshire, you can speak directly with our team about what has happened, what needs to be arranged and what the next steps will be. Our standard service is £895.
You do not need to understand the funeral process before you contact us. For many families, this is the first time they have ever had to make arrangements like these, so questions are completely normal.
We will ask a few straightforward questions about your loved one's circumstances, explain which parts of our service apply and make sure you understand the arrangements before anything goes ahead.
Direct cremation removes many of the elements associated with a traditional attended funeral. What it does not remove is the need for professional care, clear communication and respectful treatment throughout.
If you are unsure where to begin, simply contact us. You do not need to have every detail decided beforehand.
What Is Helpful to Know When You Contact Us
There is no long list of information you need to prepare. A few basic details simply help us understand your situation and explain the right next step.
Where Your Loved One Is
Let us know whether your loved one is currently at a hospital, hospice, nursing home, private residence or elsewhere.
Whether the Coroner Is Involved
If you already know that the coroner is involved, tell us when you call. If you are unsure, that is fine too.
Who We Should Speak With
Give us the best contact details for the person who will be dealing with the arrangements.
Any Questions You Have
Costs, transfers, paperwork and ashes can all be discussed before you decide how you would like to proceed.
It is perfectly fine to contact us simply to understand your options and ask questions.
What Your £895 Service Covers
We want families in Cheshire to be able to see what the standard price covers before they contact us. These are the main elements included in the service.
Transfer from Hospital or Hospice
Where the standard service applies, we arrange the transfer of your loved one from a hospital or hospice into our care at our funeral home in Worcester.
Care While With Us
Your loved one is cared for professionally while they are with us and prepared for the cremation.
Simple Cremation Coffin
A suitable simple coffin for the cremation is provided as part of the standard £895 arrangement.
Transfer to the Crematorium
We arrange the transfer from our funeral home to the crematorium as part of the standard service.
You can view our Standardised Price List at any time.
View Standard Price ListCircumstances That Can Change the Cost
£895 is our standard service price. There are some circumstances where additional arrangements are needed, so we believe it is better to explain those clearly rather than leave families uncertain.
A Death at Home or in a Nursing Home
If the coroner is not involved, a local third-party funeral director may need to carry out the initial transfer. This would be charged separately.
Additional Bariatric Needs
Additional staff, specialist equipment or an oversized coffin may result in an additional charge. In some circumstances we may also be unable to provide the service.
Delivery of Ashes
Hand delivery of ashes to an address in England or Wales can be arranged separately. We can also explain available options where ashes need to be sent overseas.
Where an additional charge is relevant to your circumstances, we will explain it before the arrangements proceed.
Questions You May Have Before Arranging a Cremation
These are some of the practical questions families often want answered before deciding what to do next.
What if my loved one is in a hospital or hospice?
Tell us where your loved one is currently being cared for when you contact us. We can then explain the transfer arrangements and whether the standard service applies.
What if the death happened at home?
Please contact us and explain the circumstances. Where the coroner is not involved, a local third-party funeral director may be required for the initial transfer and this can involve an additional charge.
What happens about my loved one's ashes?
We will explain the available arrangements for the ashes. Hand delivery to an address in England or Wales can be arranged separately, and overseas options can also be discussed where required.
Do I need to decide everything before I call?
No. You are welcome to contact us simply to ask questions and understand what your options are. We can talk through your circumstances before you decide how you want to proceed.
Our FAQ covers more of the common questions families ask when considering direct cremation.
View Frequently Asked QuestionsNeed to Arrange a Cremation in Cheshire?
Start with a conversation. You do not need to have everything worked out first.
Tell us what has happened and we will explain the practical next steps, what our standard service includes and whether anything different applies to your circumstances.