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Compare Celebration Of Life vs Aura Funeral Plans

Aura offers all-inclusive plans with top ratings from experts and families and heartfelt care from a family-run team.

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Trustpilot 5 stars
Rated excellent by Trustpilot
Fairer Finance 2026 5 stars
Rated 5 stars by Fairer Finance
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Rated 5 stars by Funeral Solution Expert
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How Aura compares to Celebration Of Life

Aura’s approach to funeral planning combines transparency, flexibility, and compassionate care. Here’s how we compare to Celebration Of Life:
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Starting Price£1,695£1,650
Trustpilot
4.9/5 stars
4.8/5 stars
Fairer Finance
All-Inclusive Pricing
Free Cancellation Anytime

This comparison only includes direct cremation plans. Information is correct as of March 2026.

Why families choose Aura

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Personal, family-led support

Aura is a family-run provider focused on delivering funeral services with care, empathy and respect.

Celebration Of Life also provides funeral services. Aura supports families throughout the arrangement process with guidance from its team, known as the Aura Angels.

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Outstanding reviews

Aura holds a 5/5 rating from Fairer Finance. Celebration Of Life holds a rating of 5/5 stars from the same reviewer.

Customers also rate Aura 4.9/5 stars on Trustpilot, reflecting feedback from families who have used the service.

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Payment options with no fees

Aura’s plans start from £1,695 and that price stays the same even if you want to spread the cost over 12 or 24 months, there are no added fees.

Celebration Of Life add an instalment charge of 4% to any plans spread between 1 to 5 years, increasing the overall cost of the plan.

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Our flexible policy

Aura allows customers to cancel their plan at any time without a cancellation fee.

Celebration Of Life applies a cancellation fee of £99 if the plan is cancelled after the 30-day cooling-off period.

What to look for when comparing Aura and Celebration Of Life funeral plans

Choosing the right funeral plan is about more than just the price. It’s about peace of mind, clarity, and ensuring your loved ones are supported.

1. Transparent pricing

Aura’s unattended direct cremation plan costs £1,695. The price is the same whether you pay upfront or monthly.

Celebration Of Life plans start from £1,650. An instalment charge applies to monthly payments, and a £99 cancellation fee applies after the 30-day cooling-off period.

2. Add an attended ceremony

Aura offers three plan options which allows you to add an attended ceremony to your cremation if you wish, offering your loved ones a moment of private reflection when you pass.

3. Support for families

Aura Angels offer personalised support for your family when the time comes. Their expert and gentle care brings a real comfort during a difficult time.

4. Ratings from families and experts

Aura has a 5/5 star rating from Fairer Finance. Additionally, we have been rated 4.9/5 stars from our customers on Trustpilot.

5. A family-run story

Aura was founded by Paul Jameson, his son Dave, and their friend Ben. Today, Aura operates as a family-run provider offering funeral plans and direct cremation services across mainland Britain.

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Plan your funeral with Aura

Planning ahead can bring peace of mind, especially when you feel confident in your choice. Aura offers transparent pricing, compassionate support, and the flexibility to suit you and your family.

Thousands of families across the UK have chosen Aura for clear, caring, and affordable funeral plans, with no pressure and no hidden costs.

From our family to yours

Aura was founded by Paul Jameson with a simple mission: to support families with clarity, kindness, and compassion when it’s needed most.

Paul’s personal story has ensured our service is rooted in empathy and integrity. We treat every person the way we’d want our own loved ones to be treated—with genuine care, respect, and understanding.

That’s why, with Aura, you’re never just another client—you’re in the hands of people who genuinely care.

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Call our friendly team for more information

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.

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The team provided incredibly helpful and friendly advice, explaining the plan in detail and answering all my questions.
Barry Shore, Trustpilot
29/10/2024
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All-Inclusive Pricing
Every cost related to your cremation is included upfront, from collection to cremation fees—no hidden charges, ever. Unlike other providers, we’ll never charge for collection regardless of the distance, and the removal of medical devices that may affect the cremation, such as pacemakers, is always included at no extra cost.
Free Cancellation Anytime
Change your mind? You can cancel your Aura plan at any time and receive a refund with no admin fees. Many providers allow free cancellations within the first 30 days but apply a fee after that period. Some offer longer free cancellation windows depending on the payment plan, though charges may still apply once the set timeframe has passed.