Direct Burial
£1,695 + 3rd party fees
Give your loved one a very simple, no-fuss burial which is much less stressful and much more affordable.
Direct Burial
A direct burial is a very simple, no-fuss burial which is much less stressful and much more affordable.
There is no funeral service or ceremony beforehand with minimal paperwork involved, giving you the freedom to arrange a more personal service or get-together at a venue and time that suits you and your family and friends.
Who is Direct Burial suitable for?
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Families who want a simple, private, dignified burial without a funeral service.
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Those wishing to hold their own personal memorial later, in their own way.
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Anyone who prefers a quieter, less traditional approach without the formality or pressure of a ceremony.
What are third-party fees?
Third-party fees are the cemetery’s own charges for the plot and the burial itself. These fees are set by the cemetery, not by us, and they vary depending on which cemetery you choose, the type of plot, and whether it is a parish, council, or natural burial ground. They typically include the cost of the grave space, the interment fee, and any administration or preparation required by the cemetery staff.
We will always give you a clear, itemised breakdown of these fees before you make any decisions, so you can see exactly what everything costs with no surprises. If you’re unsure which cemetery is most suitable or most affordable, we’re here to guide you through the options and explain everything in a calm, straightforward way.
When will the burial take place?
Once all of the necessary paperwork has been completed and the cemetery has confirmed a suitable date, the burial will typically take place within a few days.
We will guide you through each step, keep you fully updated as arrangements progress, and make sure you always know exactly what to expect.
Direct Burial £1,695
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no funeral service as the burial is non-attended.
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know that your loved one is in safe hands and are being looked after the best that they can.
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let us smooth the path and deal with every issue for you with the absolute minimum of fuss.
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freedom to say goodbye in your own way.
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less stressful with minimal paperwork.
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more affordable but with a high level of not just professional but also personal care.
Why families choose Direct Burial:
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Simple, private and dignified
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No service or ceremony pressure
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Freedom to hold your own memorial later
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Less paperwork and stress
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More affordable than an attended burial
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All care provided by our small, dedicated team
What's included for £1,695?
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bringing your loved one into our care from a local hospital within a 10 mile radius of Worthing as soon as possible. Nationwide service will be charged accordingly by mileage and any other toll charges.
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looking after them the very best that we can in our specialist facilities at our Worthing funeral home.
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your choice whether you want your loved one dressed in their own clothes and surrounded by their own possessions such photos, cards and sweets.
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laying them to rest as gently as possible into a made-to-measure light oak effect coffin which is lined with a satin frill and fitted with a comfy pillow.
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your choice whether to visit your loved one in our Chapel of Rest at a time and day that suits you.
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your choice of the day of the burial.
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provision of our MPV vehicle and four pallbearers
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an unattended burial at a cemetery of your choice within 10 miles of our premises in Worthing.
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your choice whether we play some of your loved ones favourite songs on the way there and at the cemetery itself.
What could cost more?
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if the cemetery is a natural burial ground, the coffin must be completely biodegradable. There is an additional cost of £400 for a cardboard coffin or £800 for a bamboo, wicker or rattan coffin.
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if your loved one needs to be brought into our care urgently from home, nursing home or hospice, there is an additional charge of £275 plus any mileage and other toll charges for our nationwide service.
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If you want your loved one dressed in their own clothes there is an additional charge of £125.
What are the restrictions of Direct Burial?
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you are able to choose the day but not the time of the burial. We will advise you of whether it is happening in the morning or the afternoon.
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all mourners, including you and family and friends, cannot follow our vehicle or attend at the cemetery.
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if you want to choose a cemetery to be used which is closer to you but further than 10 miles from our premises, there is an additional charge depending on the mileage and other charges.
If someone has died, we can smooth the path and deal with every issue for you.
Address
Rounce Funeral Services
3 Half Moon Parade
Half Moon Lane
Worthing
West Sussex
BN13 2EL
Contact
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday
Emergency Only
Sunday
Emergency Only
Attended Burial
If you would prefer to arrange a funeral service that you and your friends and family can attend, take a look at our attended burial funeral options.
We have helped over 2,000 families over 20 years to give their loved ones' a personal, dignified send off. Here's what our families say.
“Rounce were our Mum’s chosen funeral directors and we couldn’t have been more impressed with their care of us and of her. Their compassion, open communication and encouragement with our personal funeral touches were significant and have left a positive memory on what is undoubtedly the worst time in your life. Well done, thank you, and may we all always be blowing bubbles ❤️”
