Celebration of Life (COL) is a Great Britain-wide provider dedicated exclusively to direct cremation, offering a simple, affordable alternative to a traditional funeral. Its services are available across mainland Great Britain, with urgent care support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Families can arrange a direct cremation when someone has died, with prices starting from £1,095, or plan ahead through a prepaid plan from £1,650.

The service includes collection, a simple coffin, crematorium fees and other disbursements, an unattended cremation, and the option to have ashes returned by hand or scattered at the crematorium. COL tells families the cremation date and time, allowing them to mark the occasion in their own way. Once ashes are returned, loved ones can organise a personal celebration separately, without the pressure of arranging a formal service at the crematorium.

COL’s in-house team supports families throughout the process, from initial contact to the return of ashes, and provides free guides, practical advice, and answers to common questions.