Scattering Ashes on Coniston Water in the Lake District
Coniston Water, nestled in the heart of the Lake District, offers a breathtaking and serene setting for scattering ashes. Surrounded by rolling hills and tranquil woodland, this picturesque lake provides a deeply reflective environment to honour a loved one’s memory.
As one of England’s most iconic lakes, Coniston’s peaceful waters and unspoiled beauty create a dignified and meaningful atmosphere for a farewell ceremony. Whether held from the lakeshore or aboard a boat gliding across its calm surface, this tranquil location ensures a heartfelt and memorable tribute in harmony with nature.
| Location | Coniston |
| Area of operation | Coniston Water, Lake District, South Cumbria |
| Type of boat | Traditional – Beautiful wooden launch |
| Duration of trip | 1-2 hours after last sailing of the day or early morning |
| Capacity of boat | 63 persons |
| Video of the Location | See the location on this YouTube Video |
| Suitable urns | Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead to them being blown about which some families may find distressing. We supply a wide range of urns specifically designed for water ceremonies. They are all 100% biodegradable and will dissolve in water – please follow the link: Water Urns We also supply a water ceremony set which includes a water urn, flower petals for scattering, Promises – dissolvable notelets for scattering with the ashes, a certificate to record the ceremony, and our award winning (and rated 5* on Amazon) guide book: follow the link – 4th Ceremony Set |
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| Company comments | Available 9:30 am for the first trip available and then after the last sailing of the day more times are available during the winter months. Coniston water is very quiet and has beautiful views of the fells |
| Disabled Access | There are 3 steps down into launch with handrails at either side. Staff would willingly help any passenger. Deaf audio loop system |
| Parking | Car park very near to the jetty with toilets and a café |
| Recording your Scattering | Record a location where you have scattered your loved-one’s ashes so generations to come can find them for all time on The Ashes Register |
Next Steps… If you would like more information or to enquire about availability, please fill in the form below.
The boat operator will then contact you directly as soon as they can.
If you have an urgent request you will be sent the direct telephone number via email as soon as you have submitted the form.
Please note Scattering Ashes is not the boat operator, filling in the form below is the quickest way to speak with the skipper.
The two ladies who were with the boat were very helpful and sympathetic. They took us out to the centre of the lake on a beautiful September morning and advised us on the best way to scatter the ashes in line with the wind and weather conditions. Although the boat was not the same as on the picture, it was absolutely fine.