Compare Funeral Plans

Immediate assistance:

• Transfer of deceased within mainland Great Britain and Northern Ireland to a resting place within a 50-mile radius
• Care of the deceased, including embalming

Support for the family:

• Confidential advice on the registration of the death
• Preparation and distribution of all necessary documentation
• Liaison with third parties such as Doctors, crematorium and Minister or Officiant to make the funeral arrangements
• Provision of helpful, appropriate literature and bereavement advice (via professional organisations) 
• Help on hand 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

A dignified resting place:

• Coffin (lined and fitted) - light straight-grained, wood effect with matt finish with flat lid and sides, with name plate 
• Visiting the chapel of rest at any time (by prior appointment)

Arrangements for a cremation funeral:

• Provision of a hearse and necessary attendants at the funeral 
• Mutual agreement on time and date of cremation funeral
• Choice of route for funeral procession to/from local Crematorium

Payment of disbursements  

• Fees for cremation and Service at a local Crematorium
• Doctor's medical certificate fees (up to the maximum amount set by the British Medical Association)
• Minister or Officiant’s fee

As a guide, the average combined cost of these disbursements today is £850**, though this amount is likely to change in the future. These disbursements are all included in Funeral Plan.

** Source: Mintel Research Consultancy, Average Funeral Pricing, July 2012.

• Transportation of the deceased from outside of mainland Great Britain and Northern Ireland, including ferry or airfares if necessary
• Transportation outside the 50-mile radius (additional mileage charge and any necessary ferry or airfares will apply)
• Limousine(s) or transport for the family
• Floral tributes
• Newspaper notice
• Refreshments after the funeral
• Church Service
• A memorial