A simple, dignified cremation without a formal service
Direct cremation separates the act of cremation from a funeral ceremony. It gives families a respectful, affordable option and the freedom to remember their loved one in their own way, at their own time.
Why families choose direct cremation
Every family is different. Some want simplicity. Some want to avoid the formality and cost of a traditional funeral. Others want time to plan a meaningful memorial later.
- Lower, transparent cost with no hidden fees
- No formal service at the crematorium
- Freedom to hold a personal memorial at a later date
- Professional, respectful care throughout
- Nationwide coverage across mainland UK
Whatever your reason, you can be certain the cremation is carried out with the utmost respect and professionalism.
What’s included
Our direct cremation service covers everything essential, with clear, fixed pricing.
24/7 support line
Speak to a caring adviser any time of day or night. We’ll talk you through what happens next.
Collection across the UK
We collect your loved one from a hospital, care home or private residence anywhere in mainland UK.
Care at our centres
Your loved one is looked after in our professional facilities with dignity and respect.
Private cremation
An individual, unattended cremation at one of our award-winning Memoria crematoria.
Return or scattering of ashes
Choose hand delivery, collection, or scattering in gardens of remembrance.
Clear documentation
We provide a certificate of cremation and keep you informed at every stage.
Is direct cremation right for you?
Direct cremation may be the right choice if any of the following feel true for you or your family.
You prefer simplicity
You want a straightforward farewell without the formal structure of a traditional funeral service.
You want cost clarity
You need to keep costs controlled and transparent, with no surprises.
You want flexibility
You’d like to hold a celebration of life, memorial or ash-scattering at a later date and place of your choosing.
Backed by the Memoria Group
Memoria Direct Cremation is part of the Memoria Group, one of the UK’s leading networks of crematoria operators and funeral services providers. We own and operate 11 crematoria across England, Scotland and Wales.
- 84% of direct cremations in 2025 took place in a Memoria crematorium
- 4.9-star rating from over 4,300 Reviews.io reviews
- Modern, award-winning, low-emission crematoria
- End-to-end care from collection to cremation
Arrange a direct cremation
If someone has died, or you would like to discuss options, our team is here 24 hours a day.
Call 0800 007 3921 Request a callback