Boat Hire for Scattering Ashes at Windermere in the Lake District
Lake Windermere, England’s largest natural lake, offers a breathtaking and serene setting for scattering ashes. Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, this iconic location is surrounded by rolling hills, tranquil woodlands, and picturesque villages, creating a peaceful and reflective atmosphere for a heartfelt farewell.
Whether you choose the gentle shoreline or a boat ceremony on the calm waters, Lake Windermere’s unspoiled beauty ensures a meaningful and dignified tribute. Its timeless charm and connection to nature make it an ideal location to honour and celebrate the life of a loved one in a setting of unparalleled tranquillity.
| Location | Bowness On Windermere, Cumbria |
| Area of operation | Lake Windermere |
| Type of boat | Beneteau Oceanis 34 sailing yacht |
| Duration of trip | 2 hours minimum |
| Capacity of boat | 8 passengers (+2 crew) |
| Refreshments | Licensed bar on-board and we offer food by arrangement |
| Suitable urns for water | 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 full water ceremony set to make your ceremony beautiful and dignified: Water Ceremony Set These are supplied by Scattering Ashes NOT the boat company. |
| Disabled Access | Limited – (can’t accommodate wheelchairs) |
| Parking | Pay and display car park directly opposite our base (it gets very busy in the summer) |
| Any closed periods | We only operate between late March to mid-October |
| Cost | From £300 for a 2-hour booking |
| How and when do customers pay | Payment is required to fix the booking |
| Average response time (best guess) | Within 48 hours |
| Address for the people to go to inc postcode to board the boat | Lake District Boat Club, Glebe Road, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3HE |
| Company comments | Family run business |
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.
To make an enquiry please fill in the form below with your preferred date and number of people attending the scattering, please make sure you include a contact number as the boat company will call you directly to discuss your requirements: