For over 25 years we’ve helped more than 70,000 people feel reassured their funeral is planned and paid for

With over 2,000 reviews on Trustpilot and a five-star rating, we’re the UK’s most trusted funeral plan providers.

Our prepaid plans give you total peace of mind – thanks to the Avalon Promise, we can still cover the costs even if you pass away before you’ve finished paying for your plan. We’re the only provider that works with independent Funeral Directors and offers this kind of security.

We work with a network of over 1,800 local, independent Funeral Directors across the UK and Europe. We are a member of the Funeral Planning Authority and when you buy an Avalon plan, you can rest assured that your money is safe in a secure, independently-managed Trust.

We think we’re different to other funeral plan companies. We consider the important things that you might not have thought about yet when planning your funeral and go the extra mile to help you and your loved ones when you need it most.

Compare our plans against other providers to find out why over 70,000 families are glad they planned with us.

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Fix the key costs of your funeral at today's prices

The average cost of a funeral is rising year-on-year above inflation.* If the trend continues, by 2035 a funeral could cost over £9,500.

Fix your key costs at today's prices, so if funeral costs do continue to rise, you can feel happy that you've potentially saved your loved ones thousands of pounds.

Pay in full or spread the cost with affordable monthly payments.

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Our funeral plans

We offer a range of funeral plans to suit you, from a simple Cremation with Service plan, to a more traditional funeral.

Cremation with Service Funeral Plan

A simple cremation for those who don’t want the fuss of a full traditional funeral

Plans from £25.67 per month

Standard Funeral Plan

Covers all the essentials such as Funeral Director services, a coffin and a hearse

Plans from £35.06 per month

Plus Funeral Plan

All the essentials plus additional features such as a chapel of rest and one limousine

Plans from £38.52 per month

Premium Funeral Plan

Includes two limousines, a high quality coffin and a list of who sent flowers

Plans from £40.99 per month

If you pass away before your plan is fully paid we can cover the cost with the Avalon Promise

If you choose to pay for your funeral plan over two or more years, you’ll receive the Avalon Promise.† This means that if you pass away before your plan is fully paid, Avalon can still provide all the services outlined in your plan.

We are the only plan provider that works with local, independent Funeral Directors and offers this level of security.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everyone has their own questions about funeral plans that they’d like reassurance on. Here are some of the questions we get asked most often, and the answers to them.

What is a funeral plan?

Quite simply, a funeral plan lets you choose the type of funeral you want and – most importantly – pay for it in advance.

This protects you and your loved ones from rising funeral costs and takes away the stress and worry of arranging your funeral at a time which is already emotional for your family.

Why do I need a funeral plan?

Arranging and paying for your Funeral in advance will help you to do the right thing by both you and your family. We’ll help you arrange all the essentials, so that your loved ones don’t have to deal with everything.

Making your arrangements today ensures that you fix your costs at today's prices and protecting your family from rising costs.

How much does a funeral plan cost?

With Avalon plans starting at as little as £25.67 per month or £2,695 one off payment, we offer great value for money with the ability to spread the cost with flexible payment options.

Avalon have put together a range of plans which cover everything most people are looking for and you can purchase one of our plans today or tailor your own funeral plan to meet the specific needs of you and your family.

Why should I choose Avalon?

Avalon is a leading provider of Funeral Plans, established for over 25 years with over 70,000 customers all happy in the knowledge that plans for their funeral are all planned and paid for.

We are the UK's most trusted Funeral provider, but don't just take our word for it, find out what our customers say on Trust Pilot.

Will my money be secure?

Funeral Plans are our passion and our specialism, we are registered with the Funeral Planning Authority, which exists to protect your interests, so you can relax knowing that your money is held securely and managed independently.

What is a funeral plan?

Why do I need a funeral plan?

How much does a funeral plan cost?

Why should I choose Avalon?

Will my money be secure?

Quite simply, a funeral plan lets you choose the type of funeral you want and – most importantly – pay for it in advance.

This protects you and your loved ones from rising funeral costs and takes away the stress and worry of arranging your funeral at a time which is already emotional for your family.

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Making your arrangements today ensures that you fix your costs at today's prices and protecting your family from rising costs.

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With Avalon plans starting at as little as £25.67 per month or £2,695 one off payment, we offer great value for money with the ability to spread the cost with flexible payment options.

Avalon is a leading provider of Funeral Plans, established for over 25 years with over 70,000 customers all happy in the knowledge that plans for their funeral are all planned and paid for.

We are the UK's most trusted Funeral provider, but don't just take our word for it, find out what our customers say on Trust Pilot.

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Real reviews from real customers

Very many thanks for taking me through the whys and wherefores of taking out a funeral plan. I can now rest a lot easier with the knowledge that my family will also have an easier time when my final day arrives.

David Blackcross

Real reviews from real customers

I had a very helpful visit from David Cuthbert no hard sell. He explained everything fully and left me in no doubt this was definitely for me. It is such a good plan my sister-in-law also signed up. Would recommend this company to everyone.

Anna Bannerstaff

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Why choose Avalon

Award Winning Plan Provider

We’re officially the Best Funeral Plan Provider, after thousands of people voted at the Personal Finance Awards.

Peace of mind with the Avalon Promise

For extra peace of mind, if you pass away before your plan is fully paid, Avalon can still provide all the services outlined in your plan. We’re the only provider that works with local independent Funeral Directors to offer this security.

The UK’s most trusted funeral plan provider

We have over 2,000 reviews on Trustpilot and are rated 'Excellent' by our customers. For over 25 years we’ve helped over 70,000 people feel reassured their funeral is planned and paid for.

Safe and secure

Your money is kept in an independent Trust and we are regulated by the Funeral Planning Authority.

Local Funeral Directors

We work with over 1,800 local, independent Funeral Directors – that’s more than the Co-op (1,079) or Dignity (1,200) which means you can feel reassured you and your family will have support close by.

Avalon’s Premium funeral plan is 5 Star rated by Defaqto. This means that the plan provides one of the highest quality offerings on the market and has a comprehensive level of cover.

* Based on historical market data (2011-2017) and Avalon’s projections
†Terms and Conditions apply. See our Standard T&Cs and Build Your Own T&Cs.

For over 25 years we’ve helped more than 70,000 people feel reassured their funeral is planned and paid for

How much could a basic funeral cost?

Fix the key costs of your funeral at today's prices