Arrange a direct cremation from £1,295 with caring support from our team. Say goodbye at a time and place that feel right for you.
A direct cremation is a cremation without a formal service. More families choose it to keep things simple and to create their own, personal goodbye when the time is right.
Take the time you need to plan a goodbye that truly reflects the person you love — with family and friends gathered where it matters.
No procession, no venue to book, no extras you don’t need. Just a respectful, straightforward cremation handled with care.
From £1,295 — a low, clear price compared to the average cost of a traditional UK funeral.
Wherever you are in England and Wales, we bring your loved one into our care, complete the paperwork and arrange the cremation.
We take them to a local crematorium and carry out an unattended cremation. Our team is on hand if you need to talk.
Choose to have ashes scattered at the crematorium, collect them yourself, or have them hand-delivered anywhere in the UK for £50.
Our funeral specialists are here every day to guide you through what happens and what to do next. We believe everyone deserves a dignified, personal farewell at a fair price.
A direct cremation can cost far less than a traditional UK funeral.
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Comparison based on similar services and all essential costs.
We specialise in direct cremations because they give you the freedom to honour a life in your own way — without the limits of a set service at a crematorium.
From scattering urns for water or woodland to ceramic display urns — choose what feels most meaningful.
For planting
For releasing in water
For travel
For scattering
Plant a memorial tree in your loved one’s name — a beautiful, living tribute for years to come.
With EcoCremation you’ll speak to the same friendly specialist throughout — here with ideas, practical help or simply a listening ear.
We can share ideas and suggest locations near you. Our team is always happy to help.
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Every goodbye is personal. Big or small, traditional or informal — choose what feels right for you and those who loved them.
" My sister loved her garden, so we planted a rose bush with her ashes together as a family. "
" EcoCremation put us in touch with a celebrant who helped us celebrate Dad’s life at the football club he loved. "
" We created an online tribute page to share photos and memories and to fundraise for Mum’s favourite charity. "
" My grandmother wanted a simple farewell with her ashes scattered at her favourite place. EcoCremation made it possible exactly as she wished. "
ABI, EcoCremation customer
" The service was excellent — we couldn’t have asked for a better goodbye for our brother. "
FRANKIE, EcoCremation customer
We can help wherever you are — even in remote locations. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, just call our friendly team.
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What are the benefits of a direct cremation?
It’s usually more affordable than a traditional funeral and gives you time and freedom to arrange a memorial or celebration of life that truly reflects your loved one.
What's the difference between an attended cremation and a direct cremation?
Attended cremation includes a service led by a celebrant or faith leader, usually arranged by a funeral director.
Direct cremation is a cremation without a service. Ashes can be scattered at the crematorium or returned so you can hold a separate farewell later.
Our simple cremations without a service cost £1,295.
You may also need to pay:
A card scattering urn and a traditional oak-veneer coffin are included in the £1,295 price. Alternative urns start at £75 and alternative coffins start at £250.
How much does an unattended direct cremation cost?
Our direct cremation without a service costs £1,295.
You may also need to pay:
A card scattering urn and a traditional oak veneer coffin are included in the £1,295 price. Alternative urns start at £75; alternative coffins start at £250.
Do you need FCA authorisation?
Yes. Since 29 July 2022, providers and distributors of pre-paid funeral plans are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
You can check authorisation on the FCA Register or read more about how funeral plans are regulated:
What happens to my money?
Your plan payments are safeguarded in line with FCA rules — either via an independent trust or a UK life insurance policy. If an authorised provider fails, you may be protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).
Learn more: FSCS protection for funeral plans.
Who will return the ashes to me and how quickly?
You can choose to have the ashes scattered at the crematorium or collect them yourself.
Alternatively, EcoCremation can hand-deliver the ashes for a £50 fee. Deliveries within 30 miles of the crematorium take around 10 days; over 30 miles take around 20 days.
What can I do with the ashes after a cremation?
Ashes can be kept at home, scattered at a meaningful place, placed in a columbarium or buried at a crematorium.
There are many other ways to honour a life — for example, a memorial event with a scattering ceremony or even a firework tribute.
Read our guide for more ideas on what to do with ashes.
A standard cremation includes a traditional service at a crematorium. A direct cremation is unattended — the crematorium cares for your loved one, performs the cremation and the ashes are returned to you.
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Many families hold a personal memorial and then choose to keep, bury or scatter the ashes — or create keepsakes for relatives.
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Ashes can be scattered in most places with the landowner’s permission. For rivers or at sea you don’t need a permit, but it’s best to follow Environment Agency guidance.
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We’re EcoCremation — here to help every family say a goodbye that feels just right for them and the person they love.
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