Pre-paid Funeral Plans
Plan ahead to reduce the worry for loved ones with a pre-paid funeral plan through our trusted plan provider, Ecclesiastical Planning Services.
About our Pre-paid Funeral Plans
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
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About Ecclesiastical Planning Services
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is elibigle
UK residents aged 18 or over can take out a plan. If paying by instalments of two years or more, eligibility criteria apply – please refer to the Terms and Conditions for more information. There are no medical or health questions to answer.
Can the plan include special wishes?
Yes, you can add special wishes and requests such as song choices, readings, information for a eulogy and so on. There is no charge to add these details. There may be more to pay if you require additional features, services or upgrades.
Can I buy a funeral plan for someone else?
Yes, many of our customers choose to do this.
What happens if I move to a different part of the countrylan for someone else?
If you move, you should be able to transfer your plan to a funeral director near your new home. However, there may be additional costs depending on local prices. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for details or speak to a member of the team for more information.
Does the plan cover the entire cost of the funeral?
The plan covers the funeral director’s costs listed in the plan details as long as your requirements don’t change and your selected funeral director carries out your funeral. The plan can also include an allowance towards third party costs such as the fees for cremation or interment, doctors’ fees (if applicable) and payment to an officiant. These costs are outside of our control. If these costs, as listed in the plan details, are not covered by the plan value at the time of need, there will be a balance to pay. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for more information.
Can I pay for my plan by instalments?
Yes, you are able to pay over a range of periods. Please refer to the Instalment Q&A and the Terms and Conditions for more information. Eligibility criteria apply and there’s an additional cost for paying over two or more years. Your funeral director will be able to provide you with a personalised quote.
Can I change my funeral plan arrangements?
Yes, you can make changes to your plan after you have taken it out and fully paid for it. Just let us know what you wish to change. There may be an additional cost if you add new features and services to your plan.
Can I cancel my plan?
Yes, you can cancel the plan at any time before a claim being made. If you cancel within 30 days of receiving your welcome booklet, the person who paid for the plan will receive a full refund. If you cancel after that, the person who paid for the plan will receive a refund of the original amount, less the administration fee. For instalment plans, if you cancel in the first 12 months a full refund will be paid. If you cancel after that, the administration fee and any payments to insure the plan will be deducted from the refund.
What happens if I die abroad?
The plan does not cover the cost of a funeral abroad, or the cost of repatriating the deceased. It is therefore important that your travel insurance policy covers this. Please refer to the Funeral Plan Summary and Terms and Conditions for full details.