PRE-PAID FUNERAL PLANS

We can offer all of the support and respect throughout the entire process of arranging prepayment plan for your funeral.

Planning ahead for your funeral is one of the most thoughtful and caring things you can do. Some people never get round to discussing funeral wishes with their loved ones, which can lead to all sorts of worry and anxiety when the time comes.

Taking out a funeral plan is a simple and straightforward way to remove this worry, and it can provide real financial benefits too. Some of the other benefits include:

Pre-arrange the details of your funeral and include any special wishes
Make financial provision for your funeral
Choose your funeral director in advance
Ensure your family has access to expert help at what can be a difficult time.

Our funeral plan is available to UK residents and there are no complicated medical forms to complete. You can also appoint a nominated representative who we will keep informed about your plan, according to your instructions.

Our plans cover our costs (as specified in the plan paperwork) as long as we carry out the funeral and your requirements don’t change. You can also make a contribution towards third party costs, such as the cremation fees. These costs are outside of our control.

For more information, please download our funeral plans brochure.

How your funds are held
All funeral plan pre-payments are held in an individual whole of life assurance policy for your peace of mind.

Backed by a trusted, national provider
Our funeral plans are provided by Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited, which is part of a specialist, UK- based financial services group.

Flexible payment options
You can choose to pay for your funeral plan by lump sum or in instalments. There is an additional cost for paying over two or more years and eligibility criteria applies. Please refer to the Instalment Q&A and the Terms and Conditions for more information. Your funeral director will be able to provide you with a personalised quote.

Once your funeral plan is in place, you’ll receive a welcome booklet containing the details of your plan and your funeral plan certificate. Your nominated representative will also receive a copy if you request this.

Terms and Conditions apply to funeral plans – please ask us if you have any questions

We are an Appointed Representative of Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited Reg, No. 2644860, registered in England at Benefact House,
2000 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park, Brock worth, Gloucester, GL3 4AW, UK, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Firm Reference Number 958152. The Financial Conduct Authority regulates pre-paid funeral plans only. Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited (EPSL) Reg. No. 2644860. Registered in England at Benefact Houser 2000 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park, Brockworth, Gloucester, GL3 4AW, United Kingdom. EPSL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Firm Reference Number 958152.

We are here to provide advice and assistance at every stage of the process, including helping you to fill out any forms. If there’s anything that you’re unsure of, please don’t hesitate to call us.

Death certificate

The death certificate is issued by a doctor once he or she is satisfied with the cause of death.

If your loved one dies at home, you will have to call out a doctor.

If they die in a hospital, hospice or nursing home, the staff will assist you in getting the death certificate.

We are here to help with advice and assistance at every stage of the funeral arrangement including helping you to complete any documentation that is required.

REGISTERING A DEATH

Deaths in Scotland must be registered within 8 days, and many crematoria and cemeteries will not proceed with the funeral until the death has been registered.

You will need to telephone or email the Registry Office to make an appointment to register the death.

You can find a registration office online or feel free to ask us and we will be more than happy to help you in this difficult time.

The registrars will require the following information:

Full Name of Deceased (including any middle names)
Date and Place of Birth
Parent’s full names including Mother’s maiden name
Full name of spouse (if appropriate)

Due to current COVID 19 restrictions all death registrations are being carried out telephonically.

“My dad’s funeral was tailor-made to our wishes, even the ones we felt foolish for, and was orchestrated with respect and professionalism.”

“Their customer care was unsurpassed and extended to home visits before and after the service.”

Antony Dundas

04/03/2022

Everything exceeded expectations when Des and his team handled my Mother and Father’s funerals. We were very well looked after at every point of the proceedings and I can’t thank Des and the team enough.

Pauline McGraw

02/03/2022

Des was recommended to me by a friend 3 years ago when my mum passed away. I was impressed from the beginning that every detail - and there was a lot of detail- was no trouble for them. We had to use their services soon after and this time they helped us to create a very different type of funeral. Recently we returned to arrange the funeral of my dad and, again, we could not have asked for better service and a more fitting funeral. I would not consider another company as my experience has been so positive. I will always recommend Des and his team to anyone in need of their services.

Ken Baillie

24/09/2021

I cannot praise Des and his team highly enough. From the initial conversation, arranging the funeral and finally the drive to the crematorium. The professionalism and attention to detail was exceptional. I was very happy to have used their services, first class service. Thank you

Barry Scotland

15/09/2021

Tastefull yet Personal experience for my sister set on beautiful grounds. The staff are excellent making you feel at ease at a horrible time in your life. Couldn't recommend enough.