According to latest research, funerals now typically cost almost £5,000. Since 2004 average funeral costs have risen by 126 per cent. The “Preventing Poverty Beyond Death” report by Church Action on Poverty says the cost of dying has risen seven times faster than the cost of living.
Erewash and Broxtowe borough councils jointly run Bramcote Bereavement Services, which conducts around 40 cremations per week.
To help reduce the financial burden on their communities they have launched a new plan aimed at taking some of the worry away by enabling people to pre-pay for a cremation at Bramcote Crematorium.
The cost is fixed and will never rise. This helps to not only save money in the future but alleviate a big decision for loved ones at an already stressful time.
Three options are available, starting at £490:
- An unattended cremation
- A cremation with a gathering for up to 20 people
- A larger cremation service for up to 170 people
Richard Mott, from Bramcote Bereavement Services, said: “The end of life is a difficult subject to talk about but we know that people don’t want to leave a financial burden for their families after they’ve gone. Our new pre-paid plan gives people peace of mind that their cremation is secured at today’s prices and will never rise.”
Bramcote Crematorium’s pre-paid plan complements an existing funeral plan or can be used on its own.
Mr Mott said: “Most funeral plans don’t include costs of cremation, which – when the time comes – is a cost that must be met by loved ones. Our plan gives local people the opportunity for the first time to pay this now, save money and make plans for their future.”
Erewash council leader James Dawson said: “Around 2,500 cremations a year are conducted at Bramcote. It is viewed as one of the best places in the East Midlands for people to say their final farewells.”
To find out more visit www.bramcotebereavement.org or call 0115 917 3849.
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