Derwent House, 9 Becket Street, Derby, DE1 1HT
Direct cremation in Derby
A direct cremation is a cremation with no funeral service, usually the lowest-cost option. SunLife’s 2026 research puts the UK average at £1,628. In and around Derby, 58 funeral directors within 10 miles can arrange one, and national providers also cover the area. The nearest crematorium is Markeaton Crematorium (1.8 miles).
Published direct cremation prices near Derby
9 funeral directors within 10 miles publish an unattended (direct) cremation price. The middle price is £1,595; the lowest is £1,420. For comparison, Markeaton Crematorium charges £392 for an unattended cremation on its own.
| Funeral director | Distance | Direct cremation | Price list |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Simnett Family Funeral Directors | 4.1 miles | £1,420 | 2026 list |
| M.A. Mills | 8.3 miles | £1,475 | 2026 list |
| Ginns & Gutteridge | 8.8 miles | £1,545 | View list |
| Kinton & Daughter | 8.4 miles | £1,550 | View list |
| Gillotts Funeral Directiors | 8.0 miles | £1,595 | 2026 list |
| Gillotts Funeral Service | 8.2 miles | £1,595 | 2026 list |
| Joseph Allen and Sons | 7.1 miles | £1,739 | View list |
| A W Lymn | 8.4 miles | £1,775 | 2026 list |
| A. W. Lymn | 8.5 miles | £1,775 | 2026 list |
From each funeral director’s published standardised price list (the “unattended funeral” price, which includes the cremation fee), checked by FuneralFinder in September 2026. Lists that look out of date are left out. Always confirm the current price. Compare more prices.
What to check is included
| Item | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Collection of the person who died, including out of hours | Some quotes charge extra for nights, weekends or long distances |
| Care in a mortuary until the cremation | Ask where the person will be looked after |
| A simple coffin | Usually included; upgrades cost more |
| Crematorium fee | Should be in the total, not added later |
| Doctor or medical examiner fees | Check whether these are included |
| Return of the ashes | By hand, courier or collection — and when |
| Viewing or choice of date | Often not included in the cheapest options |
Funeral directors must show an “unattended funeral” price on their standardised price list. Full guide to direct cremation →
Funeral directors near Derby
All of these can arrange a direct (unattended) cremation — ask each for their price and what it includes.
G. Wathall & Son
0.3 miles101-111 Macklin Street, Derby, DE1 1LG
Co-operative Funeral Services
0.5 miles73 Normanton Road, Derby, DE1 2GH
Co-operative society
Harmony Asian Funeral Directors
0.8 miles227 Normanton Road, Derby, DE23 6UT
Wathall's
1.6 miles478 Nottingham Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 6PF
J Barlow & Family Funeral Service
1.6 milesDerby, DE22 2QP
£3,124 attended funeral from their published price list
The Co-operative Funeralcare
1.6 miles3-5 South View, Littleover, Derby, DE23 6FP
Co-op Funeralcare
Wathall's
1.7 miles556 Burton Road, Littleover, Derby, DE23 6FP
The Co-operative Funeralcare
1.7 milesAllestree, Derby, DE22 2QN
Co-op Funeralcare
Meek House, 521 Burton Road, Littleover, Derby, DE23 6FT
Nearest crematoria
Markeaton Crematorium
1.8 milesMarkeaton Crematorium, Markeaton Lane, Derby, DE22 4NH
Trent Valley Crematorium
4.9 milesDerby Road, Derby, DE72 2AF
Bramcote Crematorium
9.3 milesBramcote cremtorium, Coventry Lane, Bramcote, Nottingham, NG9 3GJ
Bretby Crematorium
9.4 milesGeary Lane, Burton-on-Trent, DE15 0QE
Frequently asked questions
How much is a direct cremation in Derby?
Prices vary by provider, so compare the “unattended funeral” price on each funeral director’s standardised price list. As a guide, the UK average is £1,628 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026).
Can family attend a direct cremation?
Traditionally no — that is what makes it “direct”. Some providers offer an attended option with a short gathering at the crematorium for a small group, usually at extra cost.
Will I get the ashes back?
Yes. Ashes are usually returned by hand or courier, or you can collect them. Check whether delivery is included and how long it takes.
Can I hold a memorial in Derby afterwards?
Yes. Many families choose a direct cremation and then hold a memorial or celebration of life at a time and place that suits them — at home, a pub, a place of worship or outdoors.
Do I still need to register the death?
Yes. You must register the death within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered, and give the funeral director the paperwork the registrar provides.