Cremation Services
Choosing a cremation for a loved one is a deeply personal decision.
At Sheppard Funeral Directors, we’re here to support you every step of the way – with compassion, clarity, and care.
Whether you’re planning a traditional attended service or a simpler farewell, we’ll help you create something meaningful, tailored to your family.
What is a Cremation?
Cremation is a respectful and dignified alternative to burial. It involves the careful cremation of your loved one at a licensed crematorium, followed by the return of their ashes to you, which can be kept, scattered, or buried according to your wishes.
Many families choose cremation because it offers flexibility — allowing for a personal ceremony either at the crematorium or elsewhere, and more time to plan a fitting tribute.
What's included
An attended cremation includes a full funeral service, where family and friends come together to remember and honour the person who has died. Our aim is to make every service personal, respectful, and supportive — a true reflection of the life being remembered.
Support & Guidance
We’re here to support you from the moment you get in touch, offering kind and practical advice to help you make the right decisions for your family.
Collection & Dignified Care
We will collect your loved one and look after them with dignity and respect, including washing, dressing, and preparation for viewing if requested.
Private Chapel of Rest
You’ll have the option to spend time with your loved one in our peaceful chapel of rest for private goodbyes.
Luxury Funeral Vehicles
A traditional hearse and, if needed, a cortege of limousines will be provided from our professional fleet to transport your loved one with care.
Comprehensive Coffin Range
We offer a carefully selected range of coffins, from simple styles to more personalised options, all chosen with sensitivity.
Cremation & Paperwork
We’ll handle all the necessary arrangements with the crematorium, including completing and submitting paperwork on your behalf.
Attended Funeral Service
For attended cremations, we’ll coordinate the full funeral service at your chosen location, tailored to your family’s wishes.
Memorial Service Options
Ashes can be returned to you or interred. We can also help with memorial ideas such as urns, keepsakes, or scattering ceremonies.
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Direct Cremations
Prefer a simpler farewell without a service?
Learn more about our Direct Cremation option
Local Crematoriums
Our funeral homesWe work closely with a number of trusted local crematoriums across South Gloucestershire, helping you find a setting that feels right for your loved one’s farewell.
Westerleigh Crematorium & Cemetery
Set within tranquil countryside, Westerleigh offers a modern, purpose-built chapel surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. It’s known for its calm atmosphere and flexibility to personalise each service.
Canford Crematorium & Cemetery
Located in a quiet part of Westbury-on-Trym, Canford features a traditional chapel with distinctive architectural character. Its mature woodland setting offers a serene and respectful environment for a dignified service.
South Bristol Crematorium & Cemetery
A well-established crematorium set within landscaped grounds in Bedminster Down. The chapel accommodates larger gatherings, and families can choose from a range of music, readings, and visual tributes to create a personal goodbye.
Haycombe Crematorium & Cemetery
Situated on the outskirts of Bath, Haycombe offers modern facilities in a peaceful hillside setting. With far-reaching views and a supportive team, it provides a quiet and reflective space to celebrate the life of a loved one.
Memorial options after cremation
There are many meaningful ways to honour your loved one after a cremation.
We’re here to help you choose what feels right for your family.
Ashes Collection Service
We’ll guide you through the respectful collection of ashes and provide clear care instructions, ensuring everything is handled with dignity.
Memorial Urns & Caskets
A range of urns and caskets are available to suit your personal taste and wishes, from traditional designs to contemporary styles.
Scattering or Interment
We can support you in choosing a special location to scatter or inter the ashes, whether in a family plot, garden of remembrance, or other meaningful place.
Permanent Memorials
Create a lasting tribute with options such as memorial plaques, benches, or inscriptions — tailored to reflect your loved one’s life and legacy.
Supporting You Every Step of the Way
Whatever stage you’re at, we’re here to guide you with care, compassion, and clarity. If you have any questions or simply need to talk things through, our team is just a call away.