Direct service

Oak Hill Crematorium offers two respectful and affordable direct cremation options to support families who choose an unattended farewell.

All cremation bookings must be made by a funeral director on behalf of the family.

Inside of the chapel, where there are chairs and curtains blocking the coffin

Our direct services

1. Standard Direct Cremation – £375

A Standard Direct Cremation is a dignified cremation, carried out without a service or mourners present.

2. Virtual Memorial Service (VMS) Direct Cremation – £500

For families unable to attend in person, our Virtual Memorial Service (VMS) offers a moving and respectful alternative.

Included in the VMS Package:

All elements of the Standard Direct Cremation plus a professionally edited tribute video, including:

  • A visual tribute with personalised details.
  • A poem (chosen from a curated selection of 10).
  • A single photo of your loved one.
  • Entrance music of your choice.
  • Footage of the coffin being brought into the chapel.
  • Drone footage of Oak Hill Cemetery & Crematorium.

The completed video is sent to the funeral director within 2 working days for sharing with the family.

Families may also order the video in a variety of keepsake formats.

 

Video example

View the video below for a clear example of what you’ll receive as part of our VMS Direct Cremation Package.