How to pay for your funeral plan in instalments
How to Pay For Your Funeral Plan in Instalments Funerals can be expensive, so it’s only natural to worry about how your family would manage to cover the cost when you’re gone. When you take out a Prepaid Funeral Plan with Memoria Funerals, you can choose the type of funeral you want and get the […]
How do I know if I can trust a funeral provider?
How do I Know if I Can Trust a Funeral Provider? Choosing a funeral provider typically happens at one of the worst moments of your life, and if you’ve never had to organise a funeral before it’s unlikely that you’ll have a clear idea of what to look for or who you can trust with […]
Understanding the different types of funeral options
Understanding the different types of funeral options There is no single way to say goodbye. The right choice depends on what matters most to the person who has died and the family they leave behind. Some people want a full service with family and friends gathered together, while others prefer a simple, private farewell with […]
Religious funerals at Memoria crematoria
Religious funerals at Memoria crematoria When you are planning a funeral that follows a particular faith or cultural tradition, finding a crematorium that understands and can accommodate your needs makes a real difference. Every family’s requirements are different, and the details matter. All Memoria crematoria are committed to accommodating individual wishes as best they can. […]
What happens when someone dies?
What happens when someone dies? When someone you love dies, knowing what to do next can feel impossible. The paperwork, the phone calls, the decisions. It all lands at a time when you can barely think straight. This guide covers every step, from the moment of death through to registering the death, arranging a funeral, […]
How Much is a Funeral Plan?
How Much is a Funeral Plan? Funeral plan prices in the UK typically range from around £1,400 to £4,000 or more, depending on the type of funeral and what is included.* Most people don’t realise how much a funeral costs until they have to arrange one, and many people don’t realise that you can pay […]
How to Choose the Right Funeral Plan
There are dozens of funeral plan providers in the UK and hundreds of plans to choose from. Prices range from under £2,000 for a simple direct cremation to over £5,000 for a full traditional service with all the extras. The differences between plans are not always obvious, and the cheapest option is not always the […]
Memoria Funerals Plans Compared: Which Plan Is Right for You?
Choosing a funeral plan can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you are not sure which option is right for you and your family. One of the most important questions to consider at the very start is: Do you want a funeral service at the crematorium, or not? This is the key difference that shapes the […]
How Much Does a Funeral Cost
The average cost of a simple attended funeral in the UK is £3,828 in 2025. A traditional attended funeral costs around £4,510. A direct cremation – the most affordable option – averages £1,628. (Source: SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026)* If you are planning a funeral – whether you’re thinking ahead for yourself or a […]
Martin Lewis on funeral plans: what MoneySavingExpert says
When making an important financial decision, clear and impartial advice matters. It helps you focus on what is right for you, rather than on advertising. Martin Lewis, founder of MoneySavingExpert, is one of the UK’s best-known consumer champions. In this guide, we explain what MoneySavingExpert says about prepaid funeral plans. We look at when they […]