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UK’s Lowest Priced All Inclusive Direct Cremation Funeral Plan £1,425
5 Star rated*, the Funeral Plan Provider your Family Can Trust
Celebration of Life Plan
Traditional Funeral Plan
*This is an unattended direct cremation. It does not include an attended funeral service. “All inclusive” means the services listed in your chosen plan are included. Optional extras, changes to the arrangements, or anything not listed may cost more.
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The simpler way to deal with death
Whether you're looking for a prepaid funeral plan or want to arrange a funeral today, We’re here to help.
Only £1425
Ideal for those who don’t want a simple no fuss send off. Your Funeral Your Way
Our all Inclusive low cost Funeral Plan
24 hr Nationwide UK collection.
Free Hand-delivery of Ashes
From £3295
We offer you peace of mind. No additional costs. Remove the burden from your loved ones.
Service included
Pay in full or spread the cost
Network of National Funeral Directors
From £3695
The Traditional Plan includes a hearse & 4 pallbearers, with the added option of further limousines if required.
Traditional Service
Payment options available
Burial or Cremation
*This is an unattended direct cremation. It does not include an attended funeral service. “All inclusive” means the services listed in your chosen plan are included. Optional extras, changes to the arrangements, or anything not listed may cost more.
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When Catherine Cointre came to discuss their funeral plans with me at my home, Catherine was kind, caring and didn't pressure me into making a decision,she explained everything very well,would recommend Crystal...
Larraine Percival
Verified User
"I couldn't be more satisfied with the service I received. From start to finish, the process was straightforward, transparent, and handled with professionalism."
Peter Bills
Verified User
"Crystal was by far the easiest to deal and no fuss! Despite what others may advertise they are the Cheapest! Thank You!"
Alison
Verified User
“I would like to extend a massive thanks to you for all your help and support in putting his funeral together for us.”
Steve Taylor
Verified User
“The Crystal Cremations Team simply are a credit to the company. Great customer service.”
Darryl Heaton
Verified User
“I have used Crystal Cremations several times for my family, and I would highly recommend them, very professional.”
Christine Goodman
Verified User
“I have already recommended you to my family and friends. Thank you for Everything”
Caroline McNulty
Verified User
“Can’t thank everyone enough. So kind and attentive. It was exactly what my mother would have wanted. Safe, secure and now Shes is at peace. Bless you.”
Stuart Parsons
Verified User
Following the recent passing of my uncle, who had raised me, a client suggested Crystal Cremations for the funeral arrangements. Having no prior experience with this, I found the Crystal team exceptional in guiding...
Brian Schafer
Verified User
Tim is an excellent individual; he explains things clearly and firmly, making it easy for me to grasp the process and potential outcomes. Additionally, he is extremely...
Michelle
Verified User
Catherine is a Lovely Lady, easy to talk to, so helpful. Crystal is just what we were looking for, now we can relax knowing everything will be taken care of professionally.
Christine Laws
Verified User
When Catherine Cointre came to discuss their funeral plans with me at my home, Catherine was kind, caring and didn't pressure me into making a decision,she explained everything very well,would recommend Crystal...
Larraine Percival
Verified User
"I couldn't be more satisfied with the service I received. From start to finish, the process was straightforward, transparent, and handled with professionalism."
Peter Bills
Verified User
"Crystal was by far the easiest to deal and no fuss! Despite what others may advertise they are the Cheapest! Thank You!"
Alison
Verified User
“I would like to extend a massive thanks to you for all your help and support in putting his funeral together for us.”
Steve Taylor
Verified User
“The Crystal Cremations Team simply are a credit to the company. Great customer service.”
Darryl Heaton
Verified User
“I have used Crystal Cremations several times for my family, and I would highly recommend them, very professional.”
Christine Goodman
Verified User
“I have already recommended you to my family and friends. Thank you for Everything”
Caroline McNulty
Verified User
“Can’t thank everyone enough. So kind and attentive. It was exactly what my mother would have wanted. Safe, secure and now Shes is at peace. Bless you.”
Stuart Parsons
Verified User
Following the recent passing of my uncle, who had raised me, a client suggested Crystal Cremations for the funeral arrangements. Having no prior experience with this, I found the Crystal team exceptional in guiding...
Brian Schafer
Verified User
Tim is an excellent individual; he explains things clearly and firmly, making it easy for me to grasp the process and potential outcomes. Additionally, he is extremely...
Michelle
Verified User
Catherine is a Lovely Lady, easy to talk to, so helpful. Crystal is just what we were looking for, now we can relax knowing everything will be taken care of professionally.
Christine Laws
Verified User
We are a small, independent, run company; this allows us to provide a personal, customer-focused service. We do keep our overheads low and then pass our savings onto our customers! Simple, clear and transparent
The Crystal Funeral Planning team has more than 30 years’ experience of working closely with clients who have suffered bereavement. Martin and Andy who head up the team have vast experience in the Funeral and Will writing services. Based in Bolton, in the North West of England, but serving the whole of the UK. Crystal Funeral Planning provides a rare opportunity that puts the client in charge of their loved one’s funeral.
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Funeral Directors Nationwide
Trust starts with
our values
Trust
Care
Respect
Empathy
We believe trust must be at the heart of everything we do. Our clients are trusting us with one of the most important events of their lives and the final care of their loved ones, so we go the extra mile to live up to that trust. Our clients are the focus of our team, we provide a trustworthy and dignified service to cater for your loved ones to suit your budget.
Our services are delivered by people who care. Our experienced support team will offer the utmost kindness and courtesy when helping our clients in their time of need. With over 20 years’ experience in funeral planning, our team has everything they need to serve our clients with expertise and empathy.
Planning for funeral services is an incredibly difficult time for anyone, so the last thing you need is a salesperson pressuring you. Crystal Funeral Planning will always take your personal situation into consideration and respect your emotional and financial needs.
Our fully trained support team completely understands the emotional impact a bereavement can cause to a family, which is why we deliver our services with empathy and care, in order to put your needs at the centre of what we do. We offer bereavement counselling services to all our customers.
If you're looking for trustworthy direct cremations, look no further than Crystal Funeral Planning
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How our Direct Cremation
Plan compares
| Plan | Direct Cremation | Direct Cremation | Direct Cremation | Direct Cremation |
| Cost | £1425 | £1650 | £1,885 | £1,995 |
| 24 hour collection | ||||
| Nationwide collection | ||||
| Hand-delivery of ashes | ||||
| Guaranteed cremation fees | ||||
| Included Coffin | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
*Our prices are verified every month against all national UK funeral plan providers. Lowest price applies to a direct cremation without a funeral service.
Date of last check: 9th July 2026
I would highly recommend Crystal Funeral Planning
Everything was explained by Catherine who spoke to me, she was lovely and answered all of my questions, I would recommend Crystal to anyone planning a Funeral, great service. Thank you
Frances Milne, Jun 23, 2026
Catherine is a Lovely Lady
Catherine is a Lovely Lady, easy to talk to, so helpful. Crystal is just what we were looking for, now we can relax knowing everything will be taken care of professionally.
Christine Laws, Jun 05, 2026
I found the Crystal Team Exceptional
Following the recent passing of my uncle, who had raised me, a client suggested Crystal Cremations for the funeral arrangements. Having no prior experience with this, I found the Crystal team exceptional in guiding...
Brian Schafer, Feb 13, 2026
Tim is Excellent
Tim is an excellent individual; he explains things clearly and firmly, making it easy for me to grasp the process and potential outcomes. Additionally, he is extremely...
Michelle, Feb 13, 2026
Catherine was kind and caring
When Catherine Cointre came to discuss their funeral plans with me at my home, Catherine was kind, caring and didn't pressure me into making a decision,she explained everything very well,would recommend Crystal...
Larraine Percival, Feb 13, 2026
Peter Bills
"I couldn't be more satisfied with the service I received. From start to finish, the process was straightforward, transparent, and handled with professionalism."
Peter Bills, Oct 09, 2025
We’ve put all our expertise into these free guides to help make your decisions
We all have worries that our family will be looked after once we are gone. Your funeral is one of the things that will need to be dealt with, so it is no surprise many people are planning ahead and buying a Crystal pre-paid plan.
Martin Gundlach
Often having a conversation with your loved ones about your “death plans” can be hard to initiate but here at Crystal we can offer some ideas on how you can help them to understand your reason for wanting that conversation.
Martin Gundlach
A Direct Cremation is a simple low-cost budget funeral that in recent years have become increasingly popular.
Martin Gundlach
Your Questions,
Answered
Crystal Funeral Planning offer three simple funeral plans, giving you the opportunity to plan your funeral your way.
Times are changing, and so are people’s priorities, our customers put their affairs in order by choosing to plan ahead to protect themselves and their families.
Its ‘Your Funeral Your Way’. Crystal Funeral Planning's support team are always there to answer questions and guide you along the journey.
Our three simple funeral plans cover everything you need at a price to suit your budget.
One of our most popular plans is The all inclusive Direct Cremation.
We guarantee to be the cheapest in the country at £1425 for your funeral plan
A Direct Cremation is ideal for those who don’t want the fuss and simply require a service that meets their needs. There's no hidden costs and no hidden extras. All inclusive !! Say goodbye and celebrate your own way. Its your funeral your way
A Direct Cremation allows you to say goodbye to a loved one in your own time, celebrating there life in your own way.
By purchasing a Direct Cremation Plan, the price you pay guarantees your funeral for the future, giving you and your family the peace of mind that your funeral is taken care of.
The deceased is collected from anywhere in England, Scotland & Wales and taken to one of our reputable mortuary services where they will be respectfully cared for.
An appropriate funeral vehicle will take the deceased to the crematorium where the cremation will take place, without mourners.
We will include the free delivery of your Ashes with our 'All Inclusive' pure and simple direct cremation plan.
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