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Aura’s simple, low cost direct cremation services allow you to arrange no-fuss funeral in Preston.
Aura is a family-run company with a reputation for compassionate and affordable cremation services. Paul Jameson founded us in 2019 alongside his son, Dave (our CEO) and a family friend, Ben (our COO), after he found out that he has motor neurone disease. Paul’s confrontation with his mortality, and the difficulty he went through in end-of-life planning, led him to establish Aura to help other families face those same problems. Our 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot – making us the top-rated ‘cremation services’ provider on the platform, is testament to our family-first ethos; we proudly offer our direct cremation services from our family to yours.
Preston, a historic city in Lancashire with its rich industrial and mercantile heritage and vibrant community, is now served by Aura’s trusted direct cremation services. Whether you're located in Preston or nearby areas such as Fulwood, Bamber Bridge, or Leyland, Aura offers simple and affordable direct cremations. Our service provides a dignified and cost-effective alternative to traditional funerals, with local options available at Preston Crematorium.
Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Lancashire, including Blackpool, Bolton, Chorley, Lancaster, Leyland, Ormskirk, Rochdale and Wigan.
Whilst we proudly serve families in Preston and across the UK, please note that Aura is not physically based in Preston. 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.
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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A direct cremation is a simple, no-fuss alternative to a traditional funeral. In Preston, Aura’s direct cremation includes collecting the deceased, and bringing them to the crematorium in a private ambulance. After the cremation, we can hand-deliver the ashes to the family for a nominal fee, or we can scatter them for you at the crematorium’s Garden of Remembrance. This approach allows for a dignified farewell while keeping costs manageable.
Yes, Aura offers both attended and unattended direct cremations in Preston. Families who wish to attend can arrange for a small, private ceremony, starting at £2,095. We can help you to find the local services of a celebrant or a religious minister who can work with you to design a ceremony around the life of the person who has died, making the memorial personalised and unique.
Aura’s direct cremations are designed to be cost-effective, offering significant savings compared to traditional funerals. They’re available from £1,195, which, we’re proud to say, makes them less than half of the average UK funeral cost of £4,285, according to SunLife.
Once the arrangements are in place, direct cremations in Preston are typically completed quickly. Aura ensures that the cremation process is conducted efficiently, but please understand that we can’t give you an estimate ahead of time as far as how long it will take is concerned; each funeral is different, and the delivery time may vary in each case. Please don’t worry about this; we will always keep you updated of our activity and progress.
Aura’s compassionate approach and affordability make us a leading choice for direct cremation services in Preston. Our high ratings, family-run ethos, and commitment to personal care ensure that families in Preston receive a service that respects their wishes while easing the financial burden. With both attended and unattended options, we offer flexibility to suit your family’s needs.
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 Preston 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.