Local vs Online Cremation comparison sheet

SAIF have put together this helpful comparison sheet for Local vs Online Cremation providers to help inform you of the different services included or excluded.

ServiceOnlineLocal
Will the cremation take place at your local crematorium – not miles away?NoYes
Will your loved one be cared for locally, not transported across the country?NoYes
Will you be told the date, time and location of the cremation?NoYes
Will you have personal contact with the funeral team caring for your loved one?NoYes
Will the ashes be available locally shortly after the cremation?NoYes
Can you customise or upgrade elements of the funeral plan if your needs change?NoYes
Can you place personal items or keepsakes in the coffin?NoYes
Will the cremation happen promptly without unnecessary delay?NoYes
Can you choose to witness the committal or attend in a simple way if you wish?NoYes

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Carmel at Levertons made what was a very difficult time very easy to navigate. Carmel helped us organise everything and when required was always available to give advice and assistance. My wife’s funeral was everything we wanted it to be.

Review by Stephen H left on 26 Oct 2025

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We engaged Leverton's Hampstead for the funerals of my mother in 2011 and more recently that of my father. On both occasions Levertons supported us to deliver beautiful, personalised funeral services. They were respectful and supportive throughout and helped steer us through some very sad times.

Review by Julia B left on 26 Oct 2025

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Deborah Rush at Levertons was simply superb. She handled my grief in an empathetic but not cloying manner . Deborah’s attention to every detail was impressive. Further , after a brief description of what qualities I wanted in a celebrant , Deborah chose an excellent one , Ruby Warnock. All my guests at the cremation commented on how well everything had gone.

Review by Andrew R left on 24 Oct 2025

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I used Levertons for my my husbands funeral and cannot recommend them high enough. Very professional but also caring and considerent at the same time. Very helpful at a very difficult time.

Review by Tracey L left on 23 Oct 2025

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James was excellent throughout the whole process from start to finish. He was kind, friendly and always willing to help whenever I had a query. Very professional service and highly recommended.

Review by LWF left on 23 Oct 2025

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Lovely service from start to finish. Deborah was especially considerate and helpful, would highly reccomend

Review by Holly B left on 23 Oct 2025

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The experience of losing a loved one is traumatic. The staff at Leverton & Sons were wonderful, and extremely helpful. They guided us through what is always a difficult process with kindness and care. Thank you.

Review by Georgia S left on 23 Oct 2025

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Levertons, and their funeral Director, Deborah Rush made a difficult time easy. Highly professional and understaning, they provided me an dmy family with a very high quality service and the funeral was provided in a respectful and dedicated way. Many thanks to Deborah and her team.

Review by Ed N left on 22 Oct 2025

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Julie at Levertons was absolutely lovely. It's a time when you're not thinking straight but Julie led us through the process of planning Mum's funeral with real patience and humour. This a great local business and I thoroughly recommend them.

Review by C a t h e r i n e Alexander left on 22 Oct 2025

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Carmel and the team looked after us throughout the whole process. I would definitely put my trust in them again.

Review by Anthony left on 21 Oct 2025

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