How much does a funeral cost?

The majority of the cost of a funeral is usually for the funeral director’s services, averaging out at £2,687¹. All Golden Charter plans are inclusive of the funeral director’s services and include advice on guidance for your loved ones, the coffin and an allowance for third party costs to help towards these costs at the time of need.

Burial or cremation?

The second largest cost involved with funerals is usually the price for burial or cremation¹. Whilst this is a personal decision, your choice may be influenced by the cost.  

The average cost of a funeral with a cremation is £3,858, whilst the cost of a funeral with a burial is £4,975¹. The cost of both burial and cremation has increased 3-4% in the last year¹, and as cremations are often the most affordable option, it’s no surprise that they’re on the rise, whilst we see the number of burials falling.

Growing in popularity is the direct cremation option - basically a cremation with no funeral service or attendees - the cost of which has reduced by 5% to £1,626 in the last year¹.

Find out more about direct cremations and our Basic Plan.