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Two Together: Save £100!
Save £100 when you purchase two funeral plans together. Call us for more details.
Buy now, pay in January
Buy your funeral plan today and pay in January for peace of mind this Christmas. Click here for full T&Cs.
Two Together: Save £100!
Save £100 when you purchase two funeral plans together. Call us for more details.
Buy now, pay in January
Buy your funeral plan today and pay in January for peace of mind this Christmas. Click here for full T&Cs.
Aura’s prepaid funeral plans in Gloucester allow you to arrange a simple, low-cost send-off with our top-rated direct cremation plan.
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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Starting from price | £1,595 | £1,995 | £1,700 | £1,785 | £1,595 |
Trustpilot rating | 4.9/5 stars | 4.8/5 stars | 4.6/5 stars | 4.6/5 stars | 4.9/5 stars |
| All-inclusive* | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Lifelong free cancellation | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Money-back satisfaction guarantee | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Trust solvency | 146% | 124.8% | 106% | 138% | Unknown |
| No added instalment fees | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
Most people may know Gloucester for sitting on the outskirts of the Cotswolds or being home to Europe's biggest ice cream factory (as well as the famous Cathedral, of course). But what you may not know is that it is also home to Aura - the UK's top-rated prepaid direct cremation plan provider.
We at Aura are committed to providing pre-paid funeral plans that secure peace of mind for you and your family, and allow you to plan a simple, direct cremation with an optional ceremony at the stunning Forest of Dean Crematorium. Serving families in Gloucester, Upton St Leonards, Cheltenham, Highnam, Newent, Hardwicke and beyond, Aura is here to help you plan for the future with our five-star direct cremation plans.
Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Gloucestershire, including Cheltenham and Filton.
| Authorised to sell funeral plans | ✔ |
| Protected by the FSCS Scheme | ✔ |
| You're compensated if anything went wrong | ✔ |
| Money held in an independently-managed trust | ✔ |
If you have any questions, would like a brochure or simply would like a chat through our services, our award-winning team is here to help.
Unlike other providers, we won’t hassle you with constant calls. We’ll simply ensure you have the information you need and leave you to come to a decision in your own time. When you’re ready for us, our team will be ready to help.
Buying a prepaid funeral plan is a great way of setting your affairs in order in advance for the end of your life. It allows you to arrange the funeral that you want, and to make sure that everything is paid for ahead of time. Our direct cremation plans provide a simple ceremony, without most of the formalities of traditional funerals, such as a hearse or pallbearers. They are normally unattended, so if you'd prefer not to invite anyone, or wouldn't have any guests for whatever reason, this could be a good option for you, as it would allow you to resolve everything yourself.
We want you to know that we understand the challenge many face in planning for the end of life, especially the financial implications, and we're here to ease that burden. With our funeral plans beginning at £1,695, those living in Gloucester or anywhere else in Britain can rest assured knowing they're accessing services at well under half the UK's average funeral cost, based on the £4,141 figure found in SunLife's 2024 Cost of Dying Report. Every funeral is different, of course, which means costs can vary, but we're here to help tailor to your wishes. Contacting us for a conversation or a quote via our website is a step we would recommend, and we look forward to assisting you.
Complete flexibility is one of the hallmarks of our plans, and we always aim to make everything as straightforward as possible for you. In Gloucester, if you change your mind after your initial payment and decide to cancel, you will face no penalties or delay. Any changes you want to apply to your plan can be easily sorted out for you, with extra charges applying solely if you choose to upgrade the type of service. Our team is on standby for you should you have any questions for us about this.
For those uncomfortable with the formalities of a traditional funeral, our plans in Gloucester offer a straightforward alternative, as they don't include things like hearses and pallbearers. If you find yourself looking for an alternative that feels better for you, then this kind of plan might be an option. The process is also simple: When you buy a plan, you'll select someone to take charge after you're no longer here. They receive a leaflet from us detailing what to do next, ensuring that they're well prepared and not left in the dark without knowing what to do. Upon your passing, they'll contact us to set your plan in motion and we will work with them to organise the ceremony. Should your funeral not have any attendees, we'll focus on helping with the necessary legal work, otherwise, we'll work together with them on the funeral arrangements alongside that.
Founded by Paul Jameson after he received a motor neurone disease diagnosis, Aura is a family-run business designed to break the taboo around death and help people to more easily plan for the end of their lives. The company grew out of Paul's own need for this, and he still works alongside his son Dave (our CEO), and Ben, a family friend. This means that a people-centred approach is at the heart of what we do. Our experienced and caring team of funeral planners is available to take your call and will help you to arrange a funeral that reflects your wishes accurately. They understand the importance of trust and compassion in their service, whether you're located in Gloucester or any other part of Britain.