Memorials and Next Steps FAQs

No – you don’t have to organise a funeral service unless you want one.

Direct cremation is arranged without a chapel service, viewing, or formal gathering.

If you choose, you can hold a memorial or funeral service later, in your own time and in a way that feels right for you. When you’re ready, we can also support you with those arrangements and connect you with the right team to guide you through it.

Yes – many families choose to hold a memorial later, once the ashes have been returned and they’ve had time to decide what feels right.

When you’re ready, we can support you with arranging a memorial or funeral service and connect you with the right team to guide you through it.

A memorial can be held wherever feels appropriate – such as at home, outdoors, a community venue, on family land, or somewhere meaningful.

We can help guide you through options, and you can check any venue or council requirements if needed.

No – you don’t need to have a formal service unless you want one.

Some families gather privately, some hold a memorial later, and others choose a simpler farewell. You can take your time and decide what feels right.

Yes – direct cremation gives you the time and flexibility to gather once the ashes are returned.

You can plan something that feels right, when the time is right, and we can support you with those arrangements if needed.

Families choose many different ways to say goodbye.

Some hold a memorial, some scatter or inter ashes, some gather with family, and others keep things private. You can take your time and choose what feels right for you.

Yes – many families arrange the cremation first and then take time to decide what they would like to do afterward.

This gives you space to plan a memorial or gathering in a way that feels right, when you’re ready.

Yes – while our direct cremation service is designed to be simple, we can also support you with arranging a funeral or memorial service when the time is right.

We can connect you with experienced funeral professionals who will guide you through your options and help you plan something meaningful.

There’s no pressure to decide straight away – you can take your time and choose what feels right for you and your family.

Yes – many families find that having time allows them to plan a more personal and meaningful farewell.

You can hold a memorial, gather with family, or choose something private – whatever feels right for you.