‘Oldest known cremation in the Middle East’ was 9,000 years ago

‘Oldest known cremation in the Middle East’ is revealed to be a young adult who was injured by a flint projectile several months before their death in Israel 9,000 years ago Researchers uncovered evidence of the ancient cremation in northern Israel The find included the remains of a corpse that had been deliberately set on … Read more

Should you consider a direct cremation? It is the cheapest type of funeral

Coronavirus lockdown rules for funerals are expected to prompt a rise in direct cremations, which take place without a service. No frills cremations cost around £1,600 on average, and ashes are returned to a family afterwards, allowing them to organise their own personal memorial for a loved one at a time of their choosing. The … Read more