Local, Independent & Family-Run Direct Cremation Services Across Sheffield & South Yorkshire
At Sheffield Direct Cremations, we understand that saying goodbye should be simple, dignified, and compassionate. As a family-run funeral provider with two generations of experience, we ensure your loved one is cared for in a homely, safe environment, with every detail handled sensitively.
Alongside Peter and Julie, their two sons, Matthew and Oliver, are actively involved in the business, continuing a family tradition of caring for families across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
Two generations of experience
A Simple, Affordable & Stress-Free Farewell
Direct cremation is a respectful, unattended cremation, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional funerals.
No stress, no hidden costs
Just a straightforward, dignified farewell.
More personal
Loved ones can be dressed in their own clothes at no extra cost.
Affordable
Priced at just £1,250.
Dignified transport
Your loved one is taken to the crematorium in a private vehicle.
What We Do Differently
Complimentary chapel viewing during chapel hours:
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Monday – 9:00 – 17:00
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Tuesday – 9:00 – 17:00
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Wednesday – 9:00 – 17:00
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Thursday – 9:00 – 17:00
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Friday – 9:00 – 17:00
Loved one dressed in their own clothes at no additional cost
Private, dignified transport to the crematorium
Families can book visits to our chapel for a personal, peaceful farewell
NAFD Members – Professional, qualified funeral directors providing peace of mind
How a Direct Cremation Works
1. We Collect Your Loved One
From a hospital, care home, or private residence anywhere in Sheffield & South Yorkshire.
2. We Handle All Arrangements
3. The Cremation Takes Place Locally
4. Ashes Returned
5. A Personal Farewell
Why Choose Sheffield Direct Cremations?
Family-Run & Independent
Two generations dedicated to compassionate service
Qualified Funeral Directors
Your loved one remains in professional hands throughout
Locally Based
Never transported long distances like national providers
Private Chapel Access
Complimentary visits during opening hours
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees, priced at £1,250
Loved Ones in Homely, Safe Environment
A comforting, reassuring experience for families
What’s Included
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Collection of your loved one from hospital, care home, or private residence across Sheffield & South Yorkshire
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Homely, safe care until cremation
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Direct cremation at a local crematorium
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Loved one dressed in their own clothes at no extra cost
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Complimentary chapel viewing during chapel hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:00)
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Dignified transport in a private vehicle
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All legal paperwork and funeral arrangements handled
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Ashes returned in a simple urn or collection arranged
What’s Not Included
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Attendance at the cremation (direct cremations are unattended)
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Choice of cremation date or time
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Memorial service or additional ceremonies (can be arranged separately)
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Flowers, tributes, or additional keepsakes (available at extra cost)
Personal Goodbyes & Memorial Ideas
Saying goodbye is deeply personal, and creating a meaningful memorial can help you honour your loved one in your own way. Whether you prefer a quiet reflection at home, a memorial service, or a special location for scattering ashes, there are many ways to celebrate a life.
Personal Goodbyes & Memorial Ideas
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Choose a meaningful location – somewhere your loved one loved to visit.
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Create a keepsake – a memory box, engraved stone, or tree planting.
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Mark special dates – birthdays or anniversaries with small ceremonies or gatherings.
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Include family and friends – invite loved ones to share memories or favourite stories.
For more inspiration and local memorial suggestions for scatterings (with permission), visit our dedicated page: Memorial Suggestions.
Take the time to create a farewell that feels right for you and your family, leaving a lasting tribute to the person you loved.
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Sheffield
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Rotherham
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Barnsley
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Dronfield
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Stocksbridge
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Penistone
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Thorncliffe
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Aughton
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Treeton
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Swallownest
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Chapeltown
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Wath-upon-Dearne
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Rawmarsh
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Dinnington
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Maltby
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Hoyland
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Wombwell
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Swinton
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Goldthorpe
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Kiveton Park
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Bolton-upon-Dearne & Dodworth