Direct Cremation in Basildon

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

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 Basildon, Essex and across the UK

Nestled in the streets of Basildon you will find many hidden gems. From the Mother and Child fountain in the centre to the big green spaces of Wat Tyler - there's not much you won't find in Basildon. What's more, you will also find the UK's top-rated prepaid direct cremation plan 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 with an optional low-cost service at Basildon Crematorium.

We're here to help you plan for the future whether you're in the heart of Basildon or in the outskirts, such as Wickford, Little Burstead, Dunton, Fobbing, Canvey Island, Standford-le-Hope and the surrounding areas.

Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Essex, including Billericay, Chelmsford, Colchester, Harlow, Ilford, Woodley and Woodley.

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”Excellent“ customer service in Basildon and beyond

Quality

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

Value

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Priority Care

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

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.

Choice of Coffin

If your loved one's coffin is important to you, we can support you to choose one that feels right.

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 Basildon, Essex 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.


Starting from price	£1,095	£1,395	£1,350	£1,195
Trustpilot rating	4.9/5 stars	4.8/5 stars	4.6/5 stars	4.7/5 stars

* Information is correct as of September 2024.

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Planning ahead? Visit our Basildon 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.

Prepaid funeral plans in Basildon

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.

Direct cremation

From £1,095

A simple, unattended cremation with no service and no attendees

Intimate farewell

From £1,895

Up to 15-minute service for up to 15 attendees to say a private goodbye

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Attended service

From £2,495

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.

Urgent collection

From £250

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.

How similar to a normal funeral is a Direct Cremation?: In general, a Direct Cremation gives us a chance to avoid traditional funeral practices, if we don't want them, and instead have something more personalised. The process is also a lot simpler: if you opted for one in Basildon, we would collect your loved one, and escort them to the crematorium. Then, following the cremation, depending on what you would prefer, we can return their ashes to you by hand, or scatter them for you at the crematorium's own garden. A ceremony like this is perfect for those who wouldn't want a traditional funeral with hearses and floral arrangements, and it gives you the opportunity to pay your respects with dignity.
What will purchasing a Direct Cremation in Basildon cost me?: It may comfort you to know at this time that this type of ceremony is generally a lot more affordable than other types of funeral, due to the fact that a lot of the formal elements can be left to the side. We are able to arrange one for you in Basildon from £1,095, if you think that this could be the right option. Please feel free to give us a call if you would like more specific pricing information -- we would be glad to hear from you.
Assuming I choose this type of service in Basildon, do I lose the opportunity to personalise things?: In fact, there are plenty of ways in which you can bring your own preferences into the ceremony. Instead of pallbearers and a floral displays, if that's not what your loved one would have wanted, you could choose a favourite song of theirs to accompany them into the crematorium, or you could even attend the ceremony in person with friends and family if you wish.
Is the organisation process in Basildon a long one?: At a time like this, we want to make sure that you always know what is happening with your loved one's funeral at each stage of the process, which is why we will update you every step of the way. Different funerals will take different times to arrange, depending on where they are happening, and on how someone wants their loved one to be commemorated. A more personalised service from Aura could be arranged within fourteen days, but other funerals will take longer to deliver. If you ever have any questions about this, you can call us any time for an update.
Do I have to organise my loved one's funeral alone?: Aura's mission is to make sure that we are the ones doing the administrative legwork from start to finish. Our team of Angels are trained to answer any questions you might have, and to remove the stress of planning from your shoulders. We are here to support you so that you are free to be in the moment, with family or friends.

Top-Rated Direct Cremation in Basildon

From £1,095

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

Here's what the families who use our service say about us

Direct cremation in Basildon, Essex and across the UK

As seen in

”Excellent“ customer service in Basildon and beyond

Quality

Value

Care

Our Direct Cremation Process

1. We're ready to listen

2. Collecting your loved one

3. Supporting you and your family

4. A chance to say farewell

5. The cremation

6. Your loved one's ashes

We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and personal touches

Priority Care

Low Cost Service

Choice of Coffin

Chapel of Rest

All-inclusive direct cremation, delivered locally in Basildon, Essex and nationwide

Planning ahead? Visit our Basildon 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.

How much does a simple Aura cremation cost?

Direct cremation

From £1,095

Intimate farewell

From £1,895

Attended service

From £2,495

Only pay for what you need

Urgent collection

From £250

Hand return of ashes

From £100

Would you like more information?

Call us anytime, we’re here 24/7

Frequently Asked Questions

How similar to a normal funeral is a Direct Cremation?

What will purchasing a Direct Cremation in Basildon cost me?

Assuming I choose this type of service in Basildon, do I lose the opportunity to personalise things?

Is the organisation process in Basildon a long one?

Do I have to organise my loved one's funeral alone?