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Aura’s simple, low cost direct cremation services allow you to arrange no-fuss funeral in Rochester.
At Aura, we believe that everyone deserves a respectful farewell, without the high costs of traditional services. As a family-run business, we take pride in supporting families throughout the UK, including Rochester. Our dedicated Aura Angels are here to guide you every step of the way, providing personalised support during a difficult time. It’s this caring approach that has earned us 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot, reflecting the trust of the families we've assisted.
Rochester, known for its stunning cathedral, historic castle, and for being a favourite spot of Charles Dickens, is a charming town in Kent. Aura proudly offers its direct cremation services in Rochester, providing a simple and dignified alternative to traditional funerals. Our funeral care also extends to the surrounding areas, including Strood, Chatham, and Gillingham, ensuring that families in need have access to compassionate and affordable support.
Aura's direct cremation services are available to families across all of Kent, including Canterbury, Folkestone, Gravesend, Sittingbourne and Whittlesey.
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 |
Direct cremation is a straightforward funeral option that does not include a traditional ceremony, focusing solely on caring for the person who has passed in a simple, respectful manner. This gives families the flexibility to create their own memorial at a time and place that feels right. Following the cremation, ashes can either be returned to you or scattered in the crematorium’s Garden of Remembrance.
Aura’s unattended direct cremation in Rochester starts at £1,095, making it a more affordable option compared to the national average funeral cost, which is currently £4,141 according to SunLife.
Once you select Aura for your direct cremation in Rochester, we will bring the person who has passed into our care in a private ambulance. Our dedicated team of Aura Angels will manage all the arrangements and keep you updated throughout the process, ensuring everything is handled smoothly and respectfully. If you do decide to have the ashes returned to you, this can take up to 21 days.
Yes, Aura offers the option of an attended direct cremation in Rochester. Families can choose to be present during the cremation for a more personal experience or opt for an unattended service with the flexibility to hold a memorial later. Our team is here to help arrange these details, ensuring the service feels meaningful.
Aura was founded by Paul Jameson who was inspired to provide affordable and compassionate funeral care, drawing on his own personal experiences. Today, Paul, his son Dave, and their close friend Ben continue to lead the dedicated team at Aura. We are committed to treating every family that turns to us the way we would want our own loved ones to be treated. That’s why we offer a transparent, high-quality service.