Why Choose Direct Cremation?
Direct cremation is a modern, cost-effective, and straightforward alternative to traditional funerals. It offers:
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A Dignified Farewell
Without the added stress or expense of a formal service.
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Flexibility
Families can hold a personal memorial or celebration of life at a time and place that suits them best.
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Affordability
Helping families manage expenses without compromising on care and dignity.
How It Works
At Midlands Direct Cremations, we ensure each step is handled with care and professionalism:
Caring Transfer
We bring your loved one into our care from a local hospital, care home, or residence in the Midlands region using our private ambulance.
Professional Arrangements
Our team handles all necessary documentation and offers support throughout.
Provision of a Coffin
We provide a simple and respectful coffin for cremation.
Dignified Transportation
Your loved one is transported to a local crematorium with care and respect.
Unattended Cremation
The cremation is carried out privately, without a formal service or attendees.
Ashes Return
Ashes are returned within five working days in a simple casket, giving you the freedom to arrange a personal memorial.
Additional Services
We offer optional services to provide families with more personal ways to say goodbye:
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Chapel Visits (£80):
Spend a private moment with your loved one in a peaceful and respectful setting before the cremation. Visits are by appointment only.
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Dressing Your Loved One (£80)
We can dress your loved
one in their own clothes for a dignified farewell.
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A Private Service
A privateservice can be held at our Oxley Branch, comfortable seating up to 16 friends and family with our Celebrant (£250
Service Areas
We proudly serve families throughout the Midlands, Staffordshire, and Derbyshire. Key population areas include: