Direct Cremation in Preston

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

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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Why choose Aura?

Aura is a family-run company with a reputation for compassionate and affordable cremation services. Paul Jameson founded us in 2019 alongside his son, Dave (our CEO) and a family friend, Ben (our COO), after he found out that he has motor neurone disease. Paul’s confrontation with his mortality, and the difficulty he went through in end-of-life planning, led him to establish Aura to help other families face those same problems. Our 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot – making us the top-rated ‘cremation services’ provider on the platform, is testament to our family-first ethos; we proudly offer our direct cremation services from our family to yours.

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

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Direct cremation in Preston, Lancashire and across the UK

Preston, a historic city in Lancashire with its rich industrial and mercantile heritage and vibrant community, is now served by Aura’s trusted direct cremation services. Whether you're located in Preston or nearby areas such as Fulwood, Bamber Bridge, or Leyland, Aura offers simple and affordable direct cremations. Our service provides a dignified and cost-effective alternative to traditional funerals, with local options available at Preston Crematorium.

Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Lancashire, including Blackpool, Bolton, Chorley, Lancaster, Leyland, Ormskirk, Rochdale, Wigan and Wigston.

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”Excellent“ customer service in Preston 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 Preston, Lancashire 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 Preston 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 Preston

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.

What is a direct cremation?: A direct cremation is a simple, no-fuss alternative to a traditional funeral. In Preston, Aura’s direct cremation includes collecting the deceased, and bringing them to the crematorium in a private ambulance. After the cremation, we can hand-deliver the ashes to the family for a nominal fee, or we can scatter them for you at the crematorium’s Garden of Remembrance. This approach allows for a dignified farewell while keeping costs manageable.
Can family attend a direct cremation in Preston?: Yes, Aura offers both attended and unattended direct cremations in Preston. Families who wish to attend can arrange for a small, private ceremony, starting at £1,895. We can help you to find the local services of a celebrant or a religious minister who can work with you to design a ceremony around the life of the person who has died, making the memorial personalised and unique.
How affordable are direct cremations in Preston?: Aura’s direct cremations are designed to be cost-effective, offering significant savings compared to traditional funerals. They’re available from £1,095, which, we’re proud to say, makes them less than half of the average UK funeral cost of £4,141, according to SunLife.
How long does a direct cremation take in Preston?: Once the arrangements are in place, direct cremations in Preston are typically completed quickly. Aura ensures that the cremation process is conducted efficiently, but please understand that we can’t give you an estimate ahead of time as far as how long it will take is concerned; each funeral is different, and the delivery time may vary in each case. Please don’t worry about this; we will always keep you updated of our activity and progress.
Why choose Aura’s direct cremation in Preston?: Aura’s compassionate approach and affordability make us a leading choice for direct cremation services in Preston. Our high ratings, family-run ethos, and commitment to personal care ensure that families in Preston receive a service that respects their wishes while easing the financial burden. With both attended and unattended options, we offer flexibility to suit your family’s needs.

Top-Rated Direct Cremation in Preston

From £1,095

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

Why choose Aura?

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

Direct cremation in Preston, Lancashire and across the UK

As seen in

”Excellent“ customer service in Preston 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 Preston, Lancashire and nationwide

Planning ahead? Visit our Preston 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

What is a direct cremation?

Can family attend a direct cremation in Preston?

How affordable are direct cremations in Preston?

How long does a direct cremation take in Preston?

Why choose Aura’s direct cremation in Preston?