An Unattended Direct Cremation
Variety Solo is an unattended direct cremation, which is a cremation only funeral meaning mourners are not at the crematorium.
Loved ones can remember the deceased in their own way without the formalities of attending the crematorium.
Variety Solo is a Lower Price of £995.
We offer lower prices than many mainstream providers and regularly compare our rates to ensure you receive the most affordable options.
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What is included?
- Funeral Professional Services and Fees
- No mileage restrictions
- Assistance with all paperwork
- Collection of deceased from hospital or coroner
- Care of the deceased prior to the cremation
- A simple wooden coffin
- Conveyance of the deceased to the crematorium
- Crematorium Personnel
- Allocated crematorium
- Provision of ashes in an eco box
- Variety VIP
- Cremation Fees
What you MAY have to pay
These items are not always payable and depend on the individual circumstances:
A plus size coffin is required should the deceased by over 6 foot 1 inches or weigh more than 16 stone.
Included as standard is our Variety National collection service that includes collection of the deceased from a hospital, mortuary or coroner in England or Wales. Our Variety Premium collection service is a 24-hour service and includes collection from anywhere in England and Wales including a private residence, care or nursing home.
Implantable devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators contain batteries which explode on incineration. It is therefore essential that they are removed from bodies prior to cremation.
Optional Extras
You do NOT have to purchase these items, they are optional.
Return of ashes (also known as cremated remains) by private driver to a nominated address on a convenient date (Collection from or scattering at the crematorium is FREE).
What is not included?
- Viewing
Should the family wish to view the deceased this is to be arranged prior to collection. - Flowers & Catering
Although not included Variety VIP includes discounts for florist and catering costs. - Embalming
Embalming is not required because refrigeration is used instead.
Variety VIP
All our clients benefit from Variety VIP that includes Exceptional Service and the planting of a Tree in honour of the deceased, a Tree planting certificate for family is included.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Plan for tomorrow and fix the price today for the future.
Variety Funerals™ offers FSCS-protected pre-paid funeral plans. We’ll tailor a bespoke quote to your needs, with no credit checks required. Lock in your wishes and provide some peace of mind for your loved ones.
Pre-paid funeral plans offer fixed costs, while immediate arrangements reflect current rates.
Everyone over 18 years old is eligible and your money is protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Variety Solo is a direct unattended cremation which means there are no mourners in attendance at the crematorium.
A direct unattended cremation is a cremation only funeral meaning there is no funeral service. This provides family and loved ones the opportunity to focus on celebrating the life of the deceased in their own way.
This may include a personal goodbye in familiar surroundings such as a local pub or park, perhaps it may be further afield at a holiday destination or area of beauty.
A direct unattended cremation is a less complicated send off and a lower price option so your money can be spent on what is right for you.
Fast becoming the ‘peoples choice’ a direct unattended cremation is an increasingly popular option and includes the provision of the deceased ashes for the family.
No. Variety Solo typically includes a dignified, black oak effect foil veneer coffin with a glossy satin finish, matching handles, and a lined interior with pillow and white taffeta frill.
Yes. If you would like an urn this can be delivered to the crematorium where the direct cremation is taking place for the ashes to be put in to. You can choose any urn you wish and pay the advertised price plus any associated delivery charges.
Each cremation takes place individually, the deceased is cremated in their own coffin. The cremators are built to hold a single coffin. Crematoria are very clean, sanitised environments that have rigorous systems in place to ensure the highest levels of hygiene and the correct labelling so you can be guaranteed that the ashes provided for family are that of the deceased they have arranged the cremation for.
No. Variety Solo is a direct unattended cremation meaning there are no mourners present.
If you would like to attend the cremation the Variety Plus package may be a better choice for you.
The deceased is cared for and cremated in the clothing dressed in at the time we collect or a coffin gown.
If you would like the deceased to be dressed in specific clothing please arrange for this to be with the deceased for when we collect. We will have the deceased dressed in your preferred clothing for no additional charge.
Ashes (also known as cremated remains) can be split into more than 1 container should this be required by the family.
It is legal to scatter ashes almost anywhere in the UK, however certain locations may require the permission of the landowner or Environment Agency.
Should you wish to scatter the ashes abroad it is recommended that you find out the rules for scattering ashes in that country.
You may choose to have the ashes of the deceased on display or kept in a safe place. You can also choose all or part of the ashes to be incorporated into art work, jewellery, sculptures, a memorial cuddly toy and even tattoos.
Ashes can be interred in your garden or in a family plot.
Another option is for ashes to be released in to space or sent to the moon.
Additional choices can include utilisation of ashes into paperweights and pencils.
Alternatively you can have the ashes scattered in the gardens or remembrance where the cremation has taken place, this option is included in the Variety Solo package.
Please make sure to collect any personal belongings you wish to keep from the deceased before we collect. We do not provide a facility for you to collect from us. Clothing will be respectfully disposed of and other personal items like jewellery or mementos left with the deceased at the time of collection will be cremated with them. If you need us to return any personal items after collection, there will be a £75 charge, and these items will be sent to you within 28 days of the cremation date.
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Fantastic service, the team was in contact every step of the way, to inform us of what was happening to Dad. We even got a message on the morning of Dad’s cremation. Local crematorium to us was used, and Dad’s ashes were presented to us beautifully.
Excellent customer service. The family was kept up to date at all times with the progress of our sister’s cremation. All staff gave empathy throughout the process. We would certainly recommend their services and the price was reasonable.
