About Our Pre-Paid Funeral Plans

Planning ahead for your funeral is one of the most thoughtful and caring things you can do. Some people never get round to discussing funeral wishes with their loved ones, which can lead to all sorts of worry and anxiety when the time comes.

Taking out a funeral plan is a simple and straightforward way to remove this worry, and it can provide real financial benefits too. Some of the other benefits include:

  • Pre-arrange the details of your funeral and record any special wishes, such as hymns, music choice and any other personal touches you would like your plan to include
  • Make financial provision for your funeral
  • Choose your funeral director in advance
  • Ensure your family has access to expert help at what can be a difficult time.

Our funeral plan is available to UK residents and there are no complicated medical forms to complete. You can also appoint a nominated representative who we will keep informed about your plan, according to your instructions.

Our plans cover our costs (as specified in the plan paperwork) as long as we carry out the funeral and your requirements don’t change. You can also make a contribution towards third party costs, such as the cremation fees. These costs are outside of our control.

For more information, please download our funeral plans brochure.

How your funds are held

All funeral plan pre-payments are held in an individual whole of life assurance policy for your peace of mind.

Backed by a trusted, national provider

Our funeral plans are provided by Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited, which is part of a specialist, UK-based financial services group.

Flexible payment options

You can choose to pay for your funeral plan by lump sum or in instalments. There is an additional cost for paying over two or more years and eligibility criteria applies. Please refer to the Instalment Q&A and the Terms and Conditions for more information. Your funeral director will be able to provide you with a personalised quote.

Once your funeral plan is in place, you’ll receive a welcome booklet containing the details of your plan and your funeral plan certificate. Your nominated representative will also receive a copy if you request this.

Terms and Conditions apply to funeral plans – please ask us if you have any questions.

Buy Your Plan Today

Click below to visit the website of Ecclesiastical Planning Services, our funeral plan provider, for more information about our set plans and to purchase online.

Why Choose Us?

Below are some of the reasons why Direct Cremation South Yorkshire is trusted for simple, dignified, and affordable cremation services. With transparent pricing, flexible options, and compassionate care, we make the process as stress-free as possible.

We are a trusted provider with excellent customer reviews.
Our pricing is fully transparent, with no hidden fees.
Your loved one will be treated with dignity and respect.
As a South Yorkshire-based provider, we offer local expertise.
Our compassionate team is available 24/7 to support you.
Prepaid plans make it easy to plan ahead with peace of mind.

How We Compare

See how our prices compare to some of the leading cremation providers. Direct cremation is the most affordable option, offering a simple and dignified service at a lower cost. Check the table below for a price comparison.

Our Price

Cremation Price – £999

Return of Ashes – £25

Total Price – £1024

(Funeral Plan Price £1349)

Farewill

Cremation Price – £995

Return of Ashes – £100

Total Price – £1095

(Funeral Plan Price £1595)

Pure Cremation

Cremation Price – £1495

Return of Ashes – £0

Total Price – £1495

(Funeral Plan Price £2095)

Get in Touch

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Direct Cremation South Yorkshire today. Our friendly team is here to help with any questions or arrangements. Simply fill out the form below, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Andy Pollard
Our sincere thanks to all at Direct Cremations after their kindness, efficiency and compassion after my dad's passing. We would highly recommend them.
Rowan Thompson
Excellent service provided by an incredibly empathetic and considerate team.
Leanne
Very personable and friendly service would highly recommend
Sharon Whymark
They was amazing with my father inlaw doug whymark well respect
Julie Hamed
From talking to Mel and other members to arrange this plan everything was straight forward on the day when my father passed away they were so professional and understanding and thought about us as a family right up to me receiving my fathers ashes will definitely use them again and recommend to others thankyou
Tina Elliott
Direct Cremation was amazing with me after loosing my late father in law, I would highly recommend them to anyone who either doesn’t want a big fuss or who is struggling financially, the price was in budget an wasn’t as much as expected so therefore I’d also like to thank them for everything
Christine Jones
This has been a great service from start to finish. We had just a cremation and this was carried out by the team in a very passionate and dignified manner. Thank you for your caring service during this sad time.
Maryanne Dodds
Service from start to finish as been fantastic. Nothing was a problem they didn't rush. Very warm and friendly welcoming. Very understanding, Couldnt of wished for a better service, it was stress free. Highly recommend. Thankyou
Hayley Richardson
We recently used direct cremation after my father in law passed away. They were brilliant from the moment we contacted them through to the end. They were very kind and informed us of all the processes we had to go through as we didn’t know where to start! It was very comforting being able to spend time with him in the chapel prior to the cremation and we were offered to visit as many times as we liked. All the staff we met were very friendly and even helped us pick out our jewellery made with the ashes. I would highly recommend this company as they go above and beyond to support you in very difficult times.
Michael Oxley
Absolutely 💯 couldn't of helped me anymore than they did. Talked me through everything before during and after my wife's cremation. Would recommend them too anyone.
Elaine Bowns
Can not thank Direct cremation South Yorkshire enough. I phoned different companies and most tried to push me, in to sorting the cremation there and then.
The gentleman I spoke to at Direct cremation South Yorkshire explained everything and said you just phone me back if you would like us to take Alan in to our care.They were very caring even explained the price, they kept me informed all the way as my husband had to have a postmortem. Informed me where and when Alan was cremated aswel .The lovely lady who I spoke to on phone when I paid my invoice, was professional and caring. I asked if she could get me an urn for ashes I had seen she sorced from else were and she made this possible, even put my husband’s ashes in and then personally they brought him home. Thankyou
dawn T67
Sym was so lovely and patient with me while I was asking lots of questions. They handled my brothers cremation with dignity and care. He was brought back to us on the day arranged and kept us up to date through the whole process. Highly recommend this service Thankyou
Jade Downing
I recently used Direct Cremation South Yorkshire for a direct cremation for my sister, and I can’t speak highly enough of the support we received.

Sym and Stacey were outstanding — kind, professional, and very helpful through the whole process. They made a difficult time a bit easier by handling everything smoothly and with care.

Thank you both for your compassion and support. I really appreciated it.
James Wells
Direct Cremations were absolutely fantastic when we lost our sister. They were extremely caring and compassionate. They helped us immensely from start to finish by providing their expert advice and keeping us informed at every point.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Direct Cremations to friends and family in their time of need and you’d struggle to find a better service in the area.
Elise
I recently used direct cremations south yorkshire, symeon and mel were extremely respectful when they was looking after my late son.
Fantastic care and support from start to finish,mel put my mind at ease with the regards to the whole process,mel was always at the end of the phone for me at a sad time.
Symeon and mel advised me where and when the cremation took place.
They were both fantastic I would highly recommend them.
Ruby Roberts
Recently used Direct Cremation South Yorkshire for my late mums cremation and as per her wishes for a direct.
Symeon and Stacey were extremely respectful and looked after my mum with care when they came to collect her from home.
Symeon put my mind at ease with regards to the whole process and advised me where and when the cremation took place.
During such a difficult time they were both fantastic and can highly recommend them.
Nicky Jones
Fantastic care and support from start to finish treated my husband with utmost respect cant thank the team enough for being there for me during such an emotional time highly recommended

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers with Direct Cremation South Yorkshire. We’ve gathered the most common questions to help you understand our services. Browse the FAQs below or get in touch if you need more information.

A direct cremation is a simple, dignified cremation without a funeral service. There are no attendees, viewings, or formal ceremonies, making it the most affordable and fuss-free option. This allows families to say goodbye in their own way, whether privately or with a separate memorial at a later date.

Once you contact us, we will arrange collection from any location in South Yorkshire and transport your loved one to a trusted crematorium in Doncaster. We handle all necessary paperwork and carry out the cremation with care and dignity. Afterward, the ashes can be collected or delivered to you for a small additional fee.

At Direct Cremations South Yorkshire, our service costs just £999. This price includes collection, cremation, and a simple coffin. For an additional £25, we can deliver the ashes anywhere in South Yorkshire. There are no hidden fees, ensuring complete transparency. This is £471 cheaper than Pure Cremations (correct as of Mar 2026).

Yes. We offer pre-paid funeral plans which can now be purchased online through our funeral plan provider. This allows you to arrange and pay in advance, record your wishes and help reduce the financial burden on your loved ones. Please use the link below to get started.

Buy a Funeral Plan Online

Our pre-paid funeral plans are provided by Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited and are available to UK residents. Pre-payments are held in an individual whole of life assurance policy for added peace of mind. The plan covers our costs as set out in the plan documents, provided we carry out the funeral and your requirements do not change. You can pay by lump sum or, if eligible, by instalments, although an additional cost applies when paying over two or more years. Full details can be found in the brochure, Instalment Q&A and Terms and Conditions.

We are an Appointed Representative of Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited Reg. No. 2644860, registered in England at Benefact House, 2000 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park, Brockworth, Gloucester, GL3 4AW, UK, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Firm Reference Number 958152. The Financial Conduct Authority regulates pre-paid funeral plans only.

Once the cremation is complete, ashes can be collected in person or delivered anywhere in South Yorkshire for just £25. You can choose to scatter them in a special place, keep them in an urn, or place them in a memorial garden. We handle the ashes with care and respect, ensuring they reach you safely.