Memorial Service

We can help you to arrange a Memorial Service in a third-party venue (Deceased not present) with an unattended direct cremation/burial.

Note: The deceased is not present at the Memorial Service. For a cremation, ashes can be present at the Memorial Service, provided this takes place in sufficient time prior to the day.

Professional Services

Hold a memorial service in a venue separate to the cremation/burial

  • Professional Services, Collecting & Transporting the Deceased, and Care of the Deceased

  • Funeral Director, on the day of the Memorial Service, who can say a few words, if requested

  • Simple Foil Veneer Coffin

  • No choice of date/time for the direct cremation/burial

  • No choice of crematorium

  • Your choice of the day and time of the Memorial Service

  • Support with arranging the venue, celebrant and other aspects of the Memorial Service

  • Support with arranging a wake or family gathering after the Memorial Service

  • Viewing in a private chapel / room during normal working hours, prior to the cremation/burial

Package Price from:

£2,975

Price excludes Crematorium/Burial fees and any Disbursements and Third-Party Fees paid on your behalf such as venue hire, catering, flowers, order of service, guest/mourner transportation, etc.

Embalming and certain additional products/services and upgrades can be added at additional costs.

Memorial Masonry

Whether you have chosen burial or cremation, a memorial is a lasting tribute and offers a special place to reflect on memories. We can help you create the perfect memorial for your loved one, with a large selection of styles to choose from.

We are offering 10%* off memorial masonry, additional works, cremation tablets, plaques and vases, inclusive of VAT, when an order is placed at the time of arrangement or within three months of the funeral taking place.

Discount does not apply to any remove and refix costs, permit fees or other associated charges as applicable.

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I would highly recommend Simply Funerals. Jean at the Portsmouth office provided efficient and compassionate service to arrange my late mum's cremation. It was very useful to access their 24-hour helpline which enabled immediate liaison…

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Professional Funeral Directors Services

Our professional funeral services cover all essential arrangements, including guidance with legal and administrative tasks, organising the ceremony and committal, and coordination with venues, ministers/celebrants, flowers, order of service, online funeral notices and photo tributes. Certain products and services carry an additional charge. There is no reduction on package prices for services included which are not required or used.

Disbursements (Third Party Fees)

Disbursements are payments made to third parties on your behalf. These include crematorium or cemetery fees, costs for ministers or celebrants and other payments such as venue hire, catering, flowers or orders of service.

All prices shown exclude disbursements.

Other Funeral Options

Most Popular

Traditional Bespoke Funeral

Fully flexible to create a funeral as unique as your loved one.

From £3,275 Excludes coffin and third party fees

The price depends on the options you choose

  • Home arrangements are available, and viewing is at any time by appointment
  • Choose the date and time of the Funeral, including weekends at an additional cost
  • Includes a ceremonial hearse and chauffeured Limousine as standard
  • Add your own special personal touches including a service at a different venue and a personalised cortège route

Traditional Funeral Package

A full traditional funeral with an attended service, inclusive of a Wood Veneer Coffin.

£3,820 Excludes third party fees

  • Includes a ceremonial hearse and chauffeured Limousine as standard
  • Includes a Wood Veneer coffin and Embalming
  • Add your own special personal touches including a service at a different venue and a personalised cortège route
  • Choose the date and time of the Funeral, including weekends at an additional cost

Attended Funeral

A restricted package covering the basic requirements for an attended funeral service

£3,040 Excludes third party fees

Additional products and services can be added at an additional cost

  • Funeral to be held Monday to Friday Before 10:30am or after 3pm
  • Includes a simple foil veneer coffin and ceremonial hearse as standard
  • Flowers, Orders of Service, Specialist Vehicles and unique touches can be added

Meet at the Crematorium

An attended funeral service for family and mourners to meet at a local Crematorium, without a cortège.

£2,975 Excludes third party fees

  • No hearse or ceremonial vehicle
  • Limousines can be added to transport the family at additional cost
  • Meet directly at the Crematorium where the coffin will be lying in situ
  • Includes Simple Foil Veneer Coffin

Memorial Service

Hold a memorial service in a venue separate to the cremation/burial

£2,975 Excludes third party fees

Quote for your choice of venue, catering, flowers, etc will be provided

  • Support with arranging the Memorial Service at a time of your choosing, and a wake or family gathering afterwards
  • Viewing in a private chapel/room during normal working hours, prior to the unattended cremation/burial
  • No family or mourners may be present at the Crematorium or Cemetery
  • Includes Simple Foil Veneer Coffin

Unattended Direct Cremation/Burial

Simple, dignified, no compromise on quality of care. Cremation or burial with no funeral service or mourners in attendance.

£1,750 Excludes third party fees

Limited products and services can be added at an additional cost

  • Includes Simple Foil Veneer Coffin
  • Viewing in a private room during office hours
  • Includes a simple foil veneer coffin and non‑ceremonial vehicle

Our Locations

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    Portsmouth

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

    24 London Road, Portsmouth, PO2 0LN

We're available 24 hours 365 days a year

Call 0800 077 4222 visit branch or arrange a home visit