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Top-Rated Direct Cremation in London

From £1,195

Aura’s simple, low cost direct cremation services allow you to arrange no-fuss funeral in London.

We also serve families in nearby areas, including Norwood, Islington, Eltham, Lewisham, Forest Gate, Kingston and Golders Green.

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The UK's top-rated direct cremation funerals, delivered locally to families in London.

Aura is a family-run company that provides the UK's top-rated direct cremation services, whether they're needed now or in the future.

We can support you to arrange a simple, direct cremation or a low-cost attended service at any crematorium in the country, and we can help you to personalise your choices, creating a service that is entirely right for you.

Our direct cremations include:

Collection of the person who's died from a hospital or mortuary setting
Simple coffin
Private transport to the crematorium
Direct cremation and associated cremation fees
Unwavering and dedicated customer support

Our direct cremations don't include:

Repatriation costs if your loved one has died outside of GB
Embalming and chapel of rest
A celebrant or minister
Hearses, limousines and processions
A choice of crematorium or attendees (can be added for an additional charge)

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Why choose Aura?

Aura is a compassionate, family-run provider offering our direct cremation services in London. Founded by father-son duo, Paul and Dave Jameson, alongside their family friend Ben, Aura was created to support those who want a simple funeral without compromising on genuine care and respect.

Every family who turns to us receives personalised support from our experienced Aura Angel team who will be there to guide you through every step. Our commitment to a people-centred approach has earned us a 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot, reflecting our high level of care.

Here's what the families who use our service say about us

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Direct cremation in London, England and across the UK

As England’s vibrant capital city, London is a melting pot of history and culture. Home to iconic landmarks from Buckingham Palace to Tower Bridge, this city has a centuries-old heritage. Aura is proud to support families across London with affordable direct cremation services. To those who live amongst the hustle and bustle in areas like Hackney, Chelsea or Southwark or the surrounding neighbourhoods such as Croydon, Barnet or Richmond, Aura is here for everyone who needs us.

Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of England.

Whilst we proudly serve families in London and across the UK, please note that Aura is not physically based in London. 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.

”Excellent“ customer service in London and beyond

Quality

We're the highest rated Cremation Services provider on Trustpilot with a rating of 4.9/5 stars (Correct as of August 2024).

Value

Our direct cremations are less than half the average cost of a funeral today (Based on the SunLife 2024 Cost of Dying Report).

Care

Our Aura Angels are expert funeral arrangers, and they will take care of everything and keep you informed every step of the way.

Our Direct Cremation Process

1. We're ready to listen

If a loved one of yours has recently died, or if they are nearing the end of their life, we'll gladly help you to make the arrangements. The first step is to give us a call.

2. Collecting your loved one

We don't need to collect your loved one immediately, so please take your time in saying your goodbyes. Once you're ready for us, we'll bring them into our care.

3. Supporting you and your family

Whilst your loved one is resting safely in our state-of-the-art mortuary facilities, we'll guide you through all the legal paperwork, ensuring the cremation can go ahead smoothly.

4. A chance to say farewell

We know that it's important for some families to say goodbye at a ceremony before the cremation. If you would like, we can help you to arrange a simple, low-cost ceremony at a local crematorium.

5. The cremation

For those without a ceremony, we'll make sure to let you know at what time the cremation will take place, so that you can have a moment of quiet reflection to yourself.

6. Your loved one's ashes

Depending on what you'd like, we can either hand-deliver the ashes to you at home within 21 days. Or we can scatter them respectfully on your behalf at the crematorium's own Garden of Remembrance.

We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and personal touches

Priority Care

If you'd like things to happen quickly, we can work closely with you to ensure the arrangements happen within your timelines.

Low Cost Service

If you'd like, we can help you arrange a low-cost service local to you, or at any crematorium in Great Britain.

Choice of Coffin

If your loved one's coffin is important to you, we can support you to choose one that feels right.

Chapel of Rest

Unlike other providers, we can support you to say goodbye to your loved one with a viewing at one of our chapels of rest.

All-inclusive direct cremation, delivered locally in London, England and nationwide

With an Aura direct cremation, you're getting a simple, low cost cremation with no hidden fees.

As a family-run company, it's exactly what we'd want for members of our own family. We deliver on the promises we make to our customers, whether it's in the service that we provide to you or the practices in which we care for your loved one behind the scenes. You can read more about our processes. Don't just take our word for it, see how we compare to the others.


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Trustpilot rating	4.9/5 stars	4.8/5 stars	4.6/5 stars	4.8/5 stars

* Information is correct as of September 2024.

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Planning ahead? Visit our London funeral plan page

With Aura prepaid plans, you get peace of mind that you're getting a simple, low cost cremation that will leave your loved ones with absolutely nothing to pay.

Peace of mind that when the time comes, those you leave behind will be looked after by people that truly care. As a family-run company, it's exactly what we'd want for members of our own family.

Prepaid funeral plans in London

How much does a simple Aura cremation cost?

Our bespoke funeral services are tailored to your specific needs and preferences, which means that prices may vary.

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.

Direct cremation

From £1,195

A simple, unattended cremation with no service and no attendees

Intimate farewell

From £2,095

Up to 15-minute service for up to 15 attendees to say a private goodbye

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Attended service

From £2,695

Up to 45-minute service for a larger number of attendees

Only pay for what you need

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.

Urgent collection

From £250

Hand return of ashes

From £100

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If you’re looking to arrange a funeral or would like a loved one brought into our care, our phone lines are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

If you’re looking to make plans for the future, our dedicated planning team is available Monday–Friday, 9.00–5.00pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Read our full list of FAQs.

What happens at a direct cremation in London?: The first step of an Aura direct cremation in London is to transport your loved one to the crematorium in a private ambulance. Once there, they will be brought into the crematorium while your choice of song plays as they enter. While no guests are present during the cremation, a respectful crematorium attendee will offer a few words in their honour. After the cremation, the ashes of your loved one can be scattered in the crematorium’s garden or hand-delivered back to you.

What will a direct cremation in London cost?: Aura can offer you an affordable alternative to traditional funerals that costs less than half the average UK funeral cost, which is currently £4,285 according to SunLife. Our unattended direct cremations start from £1,195 and we also provide a stripped-back attended ceremony starting from £2,095.

Can a person’s family be in attendance at a direct cremation in London?: With Aura, families can attend their loved one's direct cremation in London. It is a simple option slightly different from a traditional funeral's formalities. When guests arrive at the crematorium, the coffin will already be placed on the catafalque, ready for the service. You can then have a ceremony that reflects the life of your loved one and is led by a celebrant, religious minister, or a family member. The length of the service can vary between 15 and 45 minutes, depending on your preference.

What is the process of arranging a direct cremation in London?: When a loved one dies, there are key legal documents that must be completed to start the direct cremation process. When you feel ready, you can appoint a funeral director to care for the person who has passed. If you need any help, our caring Angel team is on hand. From filling out paperwork to deciding if you want to add a ceremony, our Angels are here whenever you need them to ensure everything runs smoothly. You can depend on them for as much or as little support as your family needs during this time.

What is the timeframe for a London direct cremation?: It is difficult to say how long it takes to arrange a funeral as each person's process can differ. This is due to several elements needing careful coordination. Please know that our team at Aura will always work efficiently and compassionately from start to finish. You will be kept informed throughout the process, so you’re always aware of what’s happening. If you have any questions, we are only a phone call away.

Where will the cremation take place?: We provide a nationwide direct cremation service, working with a trusted network of crematoria and care centres across England, Scotland and Wales. While we do serve families in London and the surrounding area, the cremation may not take place locally as part of our standard £1,195 package.

To keep our service simple and affordable, we arrange the cremation based on availability within our wider network. This helps avoid delays and allows us to offer the best possible value.

If it's important for you to choose a specific crematorium, we do offer that option for an additional cost. While we always aim to keep things as close to home as possible, your loved one may be cared for at one of our partner facilities a little further away.

No matter where the cremation takes place, your loved one will be treated with the utmost care, dignity and respect. If you'd like to discuss location options in more detail, our team is here to help.

Top-Rated Direct Cremation in London

From £1,195

The UK's top-rated direct cremation funerals, delivered locally to families in London.

Why choose Aura?

Here's what the families who use our service say about us

Direct cremation in London, England and across the UK

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”Excellent“ customer service in London and beyond

Quality

Value

Care

Our Direct Cremation Process

1. We're ready to listen

2. Collecting your loved one

3. Supporting you and your family

4. A chance to say farewell

5. The cremation

6. Your loved one's ashes

We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and personal touches

Priority Care

Low Cost Service

Choice of Coffin

Chapel of Rest

All-inclusive direct cremation, delivered locally in London, England and nationwide

Planning ahead? Visit our London funeral plan page

With Aura prepaid plans, you get peace of mind that you're getting a simple, low cost cremation that will leave your loved ones with absolutely nothing to pay.

How much does a simple Aura cremation cost?

Direct cremation

From £1,195

Intimate farewell

From £2,095

Attended service

From £2,695

Only pay for what you need

Urgent collection

From £250

Hand return of ashes

From £100

Would you like more information?

Call us anytime, we’re here 24/7

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at a direct cremation in London?

What will a direct cremation in London cost?

Can a person’s family be in attendance at a direct cremation in London?

What is the process of arranging a direct cremation in London?

What is the timeframe for a London direct cremation?

Where will the cremation take place?