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Aura’s simple, low cost direct cremation in Durham allows you to arrange a no-fuss funeral in Durham. We work with trusted local crematoria and care teams, and we always endeavour to keep arrangements close to home where possible.
Please note: Crematorium location may vary, more details can be found below.
Both options give you the choice of an unattended direct cremation or a low-cost attended service, depending on what feels right for you.
Planning with Aura means you get:
Aura’s direct cremation includes:
Aura provides direct cremation to families across Durham and the surrounding area. Our service offers a dignified alternative to a traditional funeral, with all essentials included in one simple, fixed-price package.
Whether you live in Belmont, Gilesgate, Bearpark or Bowburn, families across Durham are choosing direct cremation as a low-cost way to say goodbye. It allows for a private farewell, with the freedom to hold a memorial in your own time and place.
Cremations are carried out at Durham Crematorium, a peaceful and well-respected venue suitable for both unattended and attended cremation services.
Whilst we proudly serve families in Durham and across the UK, please note that Aura is not physically based in Durham. We cannot guarantee that the cremation will take place in this specific area, unless it has been requested at an additional cost. If you have questions, our friendly team is here to help.
With a network of care centres across mainland Britain, we’ll always endeavour to keep all the arrangements close to home.
Our customer care has won two national awards at the UK Customer Experience Awards, highlighting our commitment to genuinely exceptional customer care.
As a family-run service built from our own experience of need, we understand the importance of compassion, honesty and support when it matters most.
With over 1,000 reviews by independent families, we’re the highest rated ‘Cremation Services’ provider on Trustpilot, with a total rating of 4.9/5.
Every direct cremation is managed by our dedicated Aura Angels, who support families with compassion and clarity. From collection to cremation, your loved one is treated with dignity throughout the process.
Aura is rated 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot, and our funeral plans are rated 5-star by Fairer Finance. We have also received national recognition at the UK Customer Experience Awards for Best Customer Service and Customers at the Heart of Everything. Visit our awards page to learn more.
Thousands of families across the UK trust Aura for our compassionate approach, affordable pricing and dedication to taking care of every detail. We’ve been independently rated by over 1,000 families, and as a result, we are the highest rated national ‘Cremation Services’ provider on Trustpilot.
See how we’ve helped others by reading their reviews below.
We’re here whenever you need us—day or night, 365 days a year. Whether your loved one has passed or you’re preparing ahead of time, call us, and our caring team will guide you through the next steps.
We’ll arrange for the dignified and respectful collection of your loved one, transporting them from their place of passing to one of our trusted crematorium partners.
Our team will manage all the necessary paperwork and ensure a respectful, unattended cremation. We’ll keep you informed throughout, so you don’t have to worry about the details.
Once the cremation is complete, we will carefully return the ashes to you in a simple, dignified container, or scatter them on your behalf, based on your wishes.
With an Aura unattended direct cremation in Durham, we collect the person who has died from where they’ve passed away and bring them into our care at state-of-the-art mortuary facilities.
From there, we bring them to the crematorium privately, words of respect will be spoken by the attendant and the cremation will take place shortly after.
If you’d like a simple service to allow you and surrounding friends and family to say goodbye at a local crematorium, Aura also offers the option of an attended direct cremation in Bath.
We offer a 10-minute service for up to 15 attendees, or a 40-minute service for as many people as can be held by the crematorium chapel.
You’ll always know exactly what’s covered, and while there may be additional costs depending on your circumstances, we’ll explain these clearly so there are never any surprises.
Please note that the prices shown below are starting prices and may not reflect the service that best suits your needs. For your personalised quote, please call our dedicated team, who will be on hand to help you and answer any questions you may have.
A simple, unattended cremation with no service and no attendees
Up to 10-minute service for up to 15 attendees to say a private goodbye
Up to 40-minute service for as many attendees as the crematorium can hold
We’ll make sure you only ever pay for what you need, but depending on circumstances, there may be additional fees. These aren’t always applicable, so call our team to find out more.
Our free guide to arranging a direct cremation gives you a clear, step-by-step overview of what’s involved, helping you to understand the process and explore whether it’s the right choice for you or your loved ones.
Whether you are thinking ahead for someone on end-of-life care or arranging a funeral now for someone who has passed, we hope this guide can help.
In this guide, you will find:
Our plans include a simple, unattended cremation as standard, giving you the freedom to arrange a more personal celebration of life at a later date.
With flexible monthly payments and everything taken care of in advance, you can feel confident knowing your wishes are clear and your family won’t face any unexpected decisions when the time comes.
A direct cremation is a simple, low-cost alternative to a traditional funeral, giving families the freedom to say goodbye in their own way and time.
Find out how much a direct cremation costs, what’s included and how to avoid unexpected fees with simple, transparent pricing.
Read our simple guide to help you take the first practical steps after a death, with clear advice and gentle support when it matters most.
