FAQ

A direct cremation is a simple, affordable, and dignified cremation service without a traditional funeral ceremony. There is no formal service or attendees at the cremation itself. Your loved one is cremated, and the ashes are returned in a simple container, allowing families to hold a private memorial or celebration of life at a time and place of their choosing.

Families select direct cremation for many reasons:
✔ Affordability – Lower costs compared to traditional funerals
✔ Simplicity – No formal service, hearse, or procession
✔ Flexibility – Memorials can be arranged in your own way
✔ Privacy – Ideal for a quieter, less formal farewell

Our all-inclusive direct cremation service is £1,250, covering all fees. Contact us for the latest details.

📞 Call: 0114 2457913
📧 Email: info@sheffielddirectcremations.co.uk

We provide direct cremation services across Sheffield and South Yorkshire, including:

• Sheffield
• Rotherham
• Barnsley
• Doncaster
• Surrounding towns and villages

Our service includes:
✅ Collection of your loved one from a hospital, care home, or residence within South Yorkshire
✅ Handling all paperwork and legal arrangements
✅ A simple, respectful coffin
✅ Dignified transport to a local crematorium in a private vehicle
✅ All crematorium fees included
✅ An unattended cremation
✅ Ashes returned in a simple container
✅ Complimentary chapel visits during opening hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:00) for up to 10 people

Contact us via phone or email, and our NAFD-qualified funeral directors will guide you through the process. We handle everything from paperwork to cremation logistics, allowing you to focus on what matters most.
📞 Call: 0114 2457913
📧 Email: info@sheffielddirectcremations.co.uk

Yes. Families are welcome to complimentary chapel visits during opening hours, providing a quiet, homely, and safe space to reflect and say goodbye.

After the cremation, the ashes are returned in a simple container. Families may:

• Keep them in an urn
• Scatter them in a meaningful place
• Inter them in a cemetery or memorial garden

We can also provide guidance on local memorial suggestions and approved scattering locations. Please visit our Memorial Suggestions Page for more information.

We aim to complete all direct cremations within two weeks of bringing your loved one into our care. Families are kept informed throughout the process.

Yes. Many families choose to hold a memorial service, celebration of life, or private gathering afterward. This allows you to remember your loved one in your own way.

Yes. At Sheffield Direct Cremations, your loved one is cremated locally within South Yorkshire. We never transport individuals long distances, prioritising dignity, respect, and local care.

Being NAFD (National Association of Funeral Directors) members ensures families can have complete confidence and peace of mind. Membership means:
✔ All funeral directors are qualified and regulated to the highest professional standards
✔ Your loved one is cared for safely and respectfully
✔ Legal and ethical standards are always followed
✔ Families receive compassionate, expert guidance throughout every stage

While direct cremation is our main service, we can also assist with:

• Memorial planning advice
• Guidance on legal and administrative matters
• Bereavement support resources

Our dedicated, family-run team is available 24/7 to provide personal and compassionate support.

📞 Call anytime: 0114 2457913
📧 Email: info@sheffielddirectcremations.co.uk