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Aura’s simple, low cost direct cremation services allow you to arrange no-fuss funeral in Essex.
Aura is a family-run business known for our compassionate, people-focused approach. Our services in Essex have earned us 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot; a testament to the high level of care we provide. It’s our industry-leading Aura Angels who’ll be guiding you through the difficult times ahead. They’ll lead by the hand through the arranging, and they’ll check that the paperwork is completed correctly. They can even lend an ear if you feel you need it. Our direct cremation option allows families to have a respectful, straightforward cremation at a fraction of the cost of traditional funerals.
Essex, with its diverse landscapes ranging from historic towns to coastal beauty, is also served by Aura, the UK's top-rated provider of direct cremation. Our direct cremation services offer a simple, dignified, and affordable alternative to traditional funerals, available throughout Essex, including key areas like Chelmsford, Colchester, and Basildon. Aura’s direct cremation service ensures all the necessary arrangements are handled professionally, allowing families to focus on their personal farewells.
Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Essex, including Basildon, Billericay, Chelmsford, Colchester, Harlow and Ilford.
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 | 4.7/5 stars |
A direct cremation is a no-fuss, unattended cremation without a formal service. In Essex, Aura offers this affordable option to families who wish to simplify the funeral process, allowing them to organise a personal memorial service in their own time if desired. Our pricing includes all the essentials, with the extra option of an attended service if needed.
Aura offers direct cremations starting at £1,095, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional funerals. According to SunLife, this is less than half of the average cost of a traditional funeral in the UK, making it an attractive option for families in Essex.
Yes, Aura offers both attended and unattended direct cremation services. Families in Essex can choose to have a simple, attended ceremony at a local crematorium, with prices starting at £1,895. We can even help you to find a local self-employed celebrant or religious minister, who can work with you to design a service around the life of your loved one.
Once you choose Aura, we will bring your loved one into our care and transport them to a local crematorium in Essex. The cremation can either be attended or unattended, based on your preference. Afterward, within 21 days, Aura can personally hand-deliver the ashes to you at home (for a nominal fee), or we can scatter them for you at the crematorium’s Garden of Remembrance.
Aura offers a dignified, low-cost alternative to traditional funerals, with flexibility to personalise elements of the service. Our family-run business is committed to providing compassionate care, and our Aura Angels are on hand to support families in Essex through every stage of the cremation process, ensuring everything is handled smoothly and respectfully.