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Unattended/Direct Cremations

The Hillier Unattended Funeral is a true unattended funeral, meaning no family or mourners will be present. The cremation will take place at Kingsdown Crematorium.
The date and time of the funeral will be arranged by Hillier Funeral Service.
Arrangements can be made in person at one of our three offices, over the phone, or via video call for your convenience.
What’s included:
  • A dignified, unattended funeral service
  • Removal of the deceased during office hours
  • Full professional funeral services, including the arrangement, professional advice and guidance
  • Local removal of the deceased during working hours
  • Completion of all necessary paperwork and legal documentation
  • Preparation and care of the deceased
  • Provision of a suitable vehicle to transport the deceased to the crematorium
  • A Hillier cardboard coffin
  • Cremation fee included
  • This package is designed to offer simplicity, dignity, and affordability while ensuring the highest standards of care and professionalism throughout.
  • Please note: As this is an unattended funeral, there will be no attendance by family or friends at the cremation or burial.

Why Choose Hillier?

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If you have any questions or would like to discuss your options further please give us a call on 01793 522797 or get in touch.

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Our team at Hilliers Funeral Service are headed up by Mark and Rebecca Hillier (3rd and 4th generation funeral directors in the family). You will be looked after by one of our experienced funeral arrangers who will help guide and support you every step of the way to arrange the Unattended (Direct) Cremation.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your options further please give us a call on 01793 522797 or get in touch.

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An Unattended (Direct) Cremation

A cremation without a service, for a quiet and simple send off.

What’s included:
All funeral director fees to arrange the unattended cremation
A cardboard coffin (with upgrades available)*
A hearse and pallbearers
The cremation fee at Kingsdown Crematorium
Collection and safeguarding of the ashes in a bio-degradable box (with upgrades available)
Total costs £1,670
What’s not included:
Chapel of Rest Visits £200
Collection of the deceased out of normal working hours £240

*Our cardboard coffin comes in sizes up to 6ft 4 tall and 26 inches wide if you loved one requires a larger coffin then we need to charge an extra £100 to have this specially made.

Let us help you arrange an Unattended (Direct) Cremation.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your options further please give us a call on 01793 522797 or get in touch.

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If you decide that an Unattended (Direct) Cremation is not for you, you may wish to instead consider having an intimate service here at Kingshill House.

We have our very own Service Room which gives you the opportunity to say a simple and private goodbye to your loved without the need to visit the crematorium.

The room can hold up to 40 people is a significantly cheaper option than a full crematorium service.

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Let us help you create a unique send off for your loved one with a Kingshill House Service & Wake.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your options further please give us a call on 01793 522797 or get in touch.

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If you choose an Unattended (Direct) Cremation you may wish to arrange a simple goodbye to scatter the ashes at a later date at a location that is unique and personal to your loved one and your family.

Or you may wish to keep the ashes in a beautiful presentation urn, or turn some of the ashes into jewellery. There are also lots of other ideas for what to do with ashes. Read more here.

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All funeral directors are required by law to publish a price list for a standardised set of products and services.

The aim of these documents is to provide transparency so you can consider your options, make informed choices and compare prices between different funeral directors.

The range of options and choices available to you at Hilliers extend far beyond the standardised price list. We will work closely with you to arrange any funeral you wish, big or small, that suits your individual needs and budget.

Ready to take the next step?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your options further please give us a call on 01793 522797 or get in touch.

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