Funeral guides

Clear, free guidance on funeral costs and your options — written to help you make confident decisions at a difficult time.

How much does a funeral cost in the UK?

What you'll really pay — and how to compare like for like.

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What is a direct cremation?

The simplest, lowest-cost option explained.

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Do you need a funeral director?

Your options, and what a funeral director actually does.

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Help paying for a funeral

Government support and where to turn if money is tight.

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Attended vs unattended funeral: which is right?

The two main choices, side by side.

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