How many people use cremation today in Great Britain? - Chilterns Crematorium

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Are coffins sold back to funeral directors for re-use?

What happens to cremated remains after cremation?

Do any religious groups forbid cremation?

Is cremation more expensive than burial?

What religious ceremony can I have with cremation?

How is a cremation arranged?

Can a funeral be arranged without the services of a funeral director?

Can relatives witness the committal of the coffin to the cremator?

Is the coffin cremated with the body?

How soon after the service will the cremation take place?

How are the cremated remains kept separate?

Can more than one body be cremated at a time?

How many people use cremation today in Great Britain?

Can I visit a crematorium and see what happens behind the scenes?

Where can I find out more information about cremation?

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Since 1968 when the number of cremations exceeded burials for the first time, cremation has increased considerably. Current figures suggest that around 70% of all funerals are cremations.