Direct Cremation Heathfield

Keeping Heathfield, Burwash, Hellingly, Horam, Mayfield and Wadhurst's
Loved Ones Close to Home

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Keeping Heathfield's Loved Ones Close to Home

We are Heathfield Direct Cremations, a family-owned and operated independent funeral director with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate funerals throughout the Wealden area, including Heathfield, Crowborough, Hailsham, and Uckfield.

Unlike large corporate cremation providers, we believe in strong family values and cherish having our family close. That is why three generations work in our business. We transfer this philosophy to your family by ensuring that your loved one remains local and is always cared for by our family. We do not transfer your loved one across the country, and you will never deal with a central call centre. You will always receive high-quality, personal, and compassionate support from our experienced family team, guiding you every step of the way.

As a local independent, we can offer you additional options. Should you wish to spend extra time with your loved ones, we can open our chapels by appointment, providing a comforting, quiet space for personal reflection. By remaining local, we can arrange for you to meet us at the crematorium gates for a final farewell. All cremations are typically completed within 14 days, with ashes returned within five working days.

Our family looking after your family - locally
Personal, Independent and Compassionate Service
Cost Effective and comparative with national cremation companies.

Direct cremations are gaining popularity, but unfortunately, not all providers are equal. For a professional, compassionate, and dignified service in Heathfield, consider Heathfield Direct Cremations.

Direct Cremation Services in Heathfield: Affordability and Compassion.

Direct cremation is a straightforward and dignified approach to cremation in the UK. It is characterised by its simplicity and lack of excessive formalities. Unlike traditional funeral services, direct cremation focuses solely on the cremation process. Consequently, no formal service is held at the crematorium, and families normally would not view the deceased beforehand. The deceased is transported directly to the crematorium for the cremation to occur.

Many individuals choose direct cremation as it is more affordable than traditional funeral services. This economical option removes costs linked to elaborate ceremonies and extensive floral arrangements. After the cremation, the ashes are returned to the family, who can then organise a memorial service or celebration of life tailored to their personal preferences.

Direct cremation provides a respectful, straightforward, and cost-effective solution for managing the cremation process. It enables families to honour their loved ones in a way that reflects their personal wishes and lifestyles, unhindered by the limitations of traditional funeral timetables.

How Does Direct Cremation Work?

We bring your loved one into our resting room using our private ambulance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

We handle all the required paperwork on your behalf and explain it to you in detail before requesting your signature to confirm your approval.

We make all professional arrangements and disbursements on your behalf and provide you with a fixed-cost invoice for payment.

We schedule an unattended cremation and a local crematorium (normally Wealden) and notify you of the date and time of the cremation.

Your loved one is transported in our hearse with complimentary silk flowers tribute for a dignified farewell,

6. The ashes of your loved one are collected from the Crematorium and returned to you (within 15 miles) or scattered as per your instructions within five working days.

Why Us

Family-Run, Independent

Heathfield Direct Cremations is a local, independent funeral director, active in your area for 20 years, not part of a large corporation hiding behind a previous family name. We offer uncompromised care and compassion and are someone that you can come and put a face to.

Qualified Funeral Directors

Your loved ones will be looked after and stay in the care of the same dedicated and professional people who will be arranging the funeral. We are a small team of family members who look after your loved ones as if they are our own family.

Local and Compassionate Care

All cremations are conducted locally, typically at the Wealden Crematorium in Horam. We do not transport your loved one across the country en masse. Your loved ones remain close to you in our private facilities.

No Call Centres

When you call us, a member of our family team will personally answer. We do not transfer calls to call centres and are readily available 24/7/365, providing you with a completely personal service.

Cost

Our fixed price of £1495 includes no extra charges. We are dedicated to transparency and do not support hidden fees. Our fee remains consistent, regardless of whether your loved one passes away at home, in a hospital, a care home, or a hospice.

Additions ...

By liaising with the company that organises the service for you and keeping your loved one local, we can provide additional customisation options. We could facilitate the use of our chapel for a personal farewell or assist in specifying and ordering memorials using your loved one's ashes after the cremation. This offers further advantages to our personal service

Stephen Ziegler

I used Andy again following my late Aunt’s death last year. My mother past away on 11th June, I knew Andy would provide an excellent service. Very happy with everything!

Christine Gregory

Absolutely 100% . The care, attention and supportive advice given was phenominal. I really cant think of anything they could improve on. Really can't thank them enough for the care and attention given for my Dads funeral.

Belinda Fordham

Extremely helpful, supportive and compassionate. Nothing was too much trouble, made the day very special for us to remember our mum.

Suzette Winson

I am so grateful for the help and support I received from the team which was delivered in a personal and professional manner. Nothing was too much trouble, even when I had to ask questions again as the whole process can be quite daunting at an emotional time, there was always support available. Thank you.