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Top-Rated Direct Cremation in Thirsk

From £1,195

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

Crematorium location: Hambleton Crematorium, Thirsk, Thirsk, Yorkshire, YO7 4SA

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

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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Direct cremation in Thirsk, Yorkshire and across the UK

A quaint market town in the heart of North Yorkshire, Thirsk is famous for its beautiful Georgian architecture and historic market square. It is perhaps most well-known for being a stone's throw from the North York Moors, but it is also home to Aura - the UK's top-rated direct cremation service provider.

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. With our cremations, there are no hearses or pallbearers; instead we offer a simple, affordable direct cremation to families throughout Thirsk, with an optional service at Hambleton Crematorium.

Aura's family-run funeral services provide peace of mind for families across North Yorkshire, including Thirsk, Sowerby, Helmsley, Kirkbymoorside, Pickering, Kilburn, Dalton, Knayton, Ripon, Boroughbridge and the surrounding areas.

Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Yorkshire, including Barnsley, Bingley, Bradford, Bramhope, Doncaster, Garforth, Harrogate, Huddersfield, Hull, Leeds, Middlesbrough, Rotherham, Scarborough, Sheffield and York.

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

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”Excellent“ customer service in Thirsk and beyond

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Quality

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

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

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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

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Priority Care

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

If your loved one's coffin is important to you, we can support you to choose one that feels right.
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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 Thirsk, Yorkshire 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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Planning ahead? Visit our Thirsk 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.
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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.
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Direct cremation

From £1,195

A simple, unattended cremation with no service and no attendees
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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.
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Urgent collection

From £250

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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.

Would a Direct Cremation best reflect my loved one's wishes?

Direct Cremation is becoming increasingly popular across the UK, and we tend to find that it appeals to people who prefer to avoid being the focus of others, and who don't wish for any fuss. This ceremony is notably quiet and straightforward, often proceeding without attendees, though arrangements can be made for you and your relatives to join if desired. In Thirsk, we can manage the entire process, transporting your loved one to the crematorium for their ceremony. Following this, we offer to either return their ashes to you personally at home, or scatter them at the crematorium's local garden of solace on your behalf. Should you feel this approach would suit your loved one, we're here to discuss your needs and help plan a respectful service.

Does a Direct Cremation in Thirsk come at a high price?

Starting from just £1,195, we can organise a ceremony for you in Thirsk aiming to ease the financial burden that an unexpected funeral can bring. We're aware of the pressures that such costs can add to your finances, so we hope that it makes it just a bit easier to know that an Aura funeral could cost less than half of the average cost of a British funeral. In any case, this kind of ceremony is normally a good deal less expensive than other types of funeral. Each funeral is unique, so for a precise quote tailored to your needs, we would encourage you to get in touch with us so that we can discuss things together.

I want to make sure that my loved one's ceremony celebrates who they were in life -- can you help me with this?

Assisting you in personalising your loved one's ceremony would be our privilege. Every funeral is as unique as the individual it celebrates, and we offer numerous options to make this possible. Should you wish to customise the ceremony but are unsure where to begin, we can suggest several ideas: For example, arranging a final visit at the chapel of rest is something many find comforting. Additionally, choosing a coffin that reflects your loved one's personality, through its design, colour, or decorations, is another way to honour them in their own way. If you have specific ideas you'd like to realise, we're here to make them happen. We encourage you to reach out to discuss how we can assist you.

It's important to me that everything is organised in Thirsk in a timely manner -- Can you guarantee that?

We want you to know at the outset that we understand the need for prompt service during this time. We will work efficiently to organise the arrangements for you, making sure our quality is maintained throughout. We will also make sure that regular updates will be provided to you, helping you to avoid any uncertainty. Should you select one of our bespoke services, we aim to manage all the details within 14 days, although some options in Thirsk may take slightly longer. Please remember, the different nature of each funeral can affect the timing. If you'd like to discuss your preferences with us, we'll then be able to offer a more precise timeline for your loved one's service.

I may need your support whilst my loved one's funeral is being organised -- Can you give that to me?

You're not alone in facing this difficult time. The worry about honouring your loved one appropriately, especially if this is your first time arranging a funeral, is completely natural. We're here to guide you through any concerns or questions with our wealth of experience. Our team, known affectionately as the Angels, is dedicated to supporting you, taking on the planning responsibilities to ensure you don't have to, if that is what you would like us to do. We'd like to provide a respectful and authentic farewell to your loved one, allowing you to spend precious moments with your family and friends without being distracted by logistics.

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 Thirsk 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.

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