Simple, dignified, direct cremation with no upfront payments or hidden fees
£1,495
A direct cremation is more affordable than standard cremation
Our direct cremation includes:
- Dignified collection of the person who has died
- Chapel of rest visit
- Simple coffin
- Private transport to the crematorium
- Direct cremation and associated cremation fees
- Return or scattering of ashes
- Personal and dedicated customer support
Our direct cremations do not include:
- Repatriation costs if your loved one has died outside of the UK
- Embalming
- A celebrant or minister
- Hearse and limousines
- Crematorium memorial service with attendees
Quality
We’re a highly-rated local Funeral Director with a Google 5-star rating (Correct as of December 2025).
Value
Our simple, direct cremation is less than half the average cost of a funeral today (Based on the SunLife 2024 Cost of Dying Report).
Care
Our funeral arrangers will take care of everything and keep you informed every step of the way.
Our direct cremation process
1. We're ready to listen
If a loved one of yours has recently died, or if they are nearing the end of their life, we’ll gladly help you to make the arrangements. The first step is to give us a call.
2. Collecting your loved one
We don’t need to collect your loved one immediately, so please take your time in saying your goodbyes. Once you’re ready for us, we’ll bring them into our care.
3. Supporting you and your family
Whilst your loved one is resting safely in our modern, managed mortuary facilities, we’ll guide you through all the legal paperwork, ensuring the cremation can go ahead smoothly.
4. A chance to say farewell
We know that it’s important for some families to say goodbye at a ceremony before the cremation. If you would like, we can help you arrange a simple ceremony at a local crematorium or you can say your goodbyes at our chapel of rest.
5. The cremation
For those without a ceremony, we’ll make sure to let you know at what time the cremation will take place, so that you can have a moment of quiet reflection to yourself.
6. Your loved one's ashes
Depending on what you’d like, we can either hand-deliver the ashes to you at home. Or we can scatter them respectfully on your behalf at the crematorium’s own Garden of Remembrance.
We offer excellent customer service
Priority care
If you’d like things to happen quickly, we can work closely with you to ensure the arrangements happen within your timelines.
Memorial service
If you’d like, we can assist you in arranging a local memorial service to celebrate your loved one’s life.
Choice of coffin
If your loved one’s coffin is important to you, we can support you to choose one that feels right.
Chapel of rest
Unlike other providers, we can support you to say goodbye to your loved one with a family viewing at our chapel of rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my loved one would have been happy with a Direct Cremation?
Direct cremation is a type of funeral that has been growing in popularity across the United Kingdom, often chosen by families who prefer a simpler, more personal alternative to traditional formalities. If your loved one would not have wanted a hearse procession or floral tributes, this option allows you to honour them in a way that feels right, as these elements are not normally included.
We would be glad to arrange a direct cremation in North Tyneside for you. We will collect your loved one from their place of rest and bring them to the crematorium for the ceremony. Afterward, we can either scatter their ashes in the garden of remembrance or return them to you personally at home — whichever you feel is best.
This approach provides a dignified and meaningful way to honour your loved one’s memory on their own terms.
How does the cost of a Direct Cremation compare to other funerals?
We hope it offers some reassurance at a difficult time to know that this option is usually much more affordable than a traditional funeral, thanks to its simple and understated nature. In fact, a simple direct cremation can often cost less than half the average price of a funeral across the United Kingdom.
We are able to offer this service locally in North Tyneside for £1,495, providing a respectful and dignified farewell without unnecessary expense.
If you feel ready to talk, our team is here to listen. We would be happy to discuss your needs, answer any questions, and provide you with a clear, direct quote with no obligation.
Is it possible to include elements of my loved one's personality in the ceremony?
Every funeral is as unique and special as the person it commemorates. We see that every day, and we would be honoured to help you create a ceremony that truly reflects your loved one’s character, life and values.
There are many ways we can help personalise a service. Some families wish to choose a coffin that reflects their loved one’s personality, whether through its design, materials, colours or visual details. Others would like the opportunity to attend the ceremony in person with friends and family, something we can easily arrange even for services that are typically unattended.
Whatever ideas you may have, we would be very pleased to hear them. Together, we can plan something meaningful that feels right and does justice to your loved one. Please feel free to give us a call to talk through your wishes and explore the possibilities.
How quickly can you organise this ceremony for me in the North East?
We will always work as hard as we can to deliver everything for you in a timely way, without ever compromising on quality or care. Every funeral is unique, and just as with cost, the time needed to make arrangements can vary depending on your wishes.
In some cases, we can arrange a bespoke funeral within a fortnight, while other services may require a little more time to organise. As soon as we’ve had the opportunity to speak with you and understand your requirements over the phone, we’ll be able to give you clearer guidance on timescales and what to expect.
Our priority is to ensure everything is arranged thoughtfully and professionally, while keeping the process as straightforward and supportive as possible for you.
How much support can Simple Cremation offer me throughout the planning of my loved one's ceremony?
Suddenly finding that you need to plan a funeral — especially when it was not expected — can make life feel overwhelming and add extra stress at an already difficult time. We understand, and we are here to listen and support you.
Our team of professional funeral directors is here to take the administrative load off your shoulders and organise everything for you, if that is what you need. Our goal is to ensure your loved one receives the send-off they deserve, while giving you the space to be present with family and friends.
Whether you are based in Wallsend, North Shields, Whitley Bay, Killingworth or anywhere else across North Tyneside, we are here to guide you with care, compassion and professionalism every step of the way.
Where will the cremation take place?
We provide a local direct cremation service in partnership with a local crematorium. As part of our standard £1,495 package, the cremation will take place at Tynemouth Crematorium.
To keep our service simple and affordable, we arrange the cremation based on availability. This helps avoid unnecessary delays and allows us to offer the best possible value to families.
If it’s important to you to choose a specific crematorium in Whitley Bay, Blyth, or Newcastle, we can of course arrange this as an alternative option.
Your loved one will always be cared for with the utmost dignity, respect and compassion. If you’d like to talk through location choices in more detail, our team is here to help and guide you every step of the way.
We offer a great-value direct cremation funeral plan. It is an easy way to organise your funeral arrangements in advance and specify your wishes.
£1,825
A direct cremation is more affordable than standard cremation, you can pay monthly – from £19.01*
