Leigh-on-Sea’s charming coastal views and peaceful waters make it a perfect spot for scattering ashes. Nestled along the Thames Estuary, this location combines natural beauty with a sense of calm. The area’s quiet waters provide a serene and dignified atmosphere, allowing you to reflect and honour your loved one in a meaningful way.
| Location | Leigh On Sea |
| Area of operation | Thames Estuary, Including Southend on Sea |
| Type of boat | Starfish (Mitchell 31ft) & Ronnoch Mor (Freeward 35ft). |
| Duration of trip | 2 Hours |
| Capacity of boat | 12 passengers |
| Refreshments | Bring your own |
| Disabled Access | No |
| Parking | Yes |
| Any closed periods | No – trips are subject to tides |
| Cost | £450 (minimum hire charge) for 6 passengers – additional passengers up to 10 £60pp |
| How and when do customers pay | Bank transfer, 50% non refundable deposit upon booking and balance due 7 days before trip |
| Average response time (best guess) | Within 24 hours |
| Address for the people to go to inc postcode to board the boat | Old Leigh, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 2ER |
| Company comments | Located next to No1 Cockleshed restaurant where there is plenty of customer parking. We can also arrange for onboard afternoon tea boxes from Sara’s tea gardens for £18pp. We have partnered and have contacts with White Doves Essex for dove releases, more information available upon request. Religious Accommodation: We are pleased to confirm that we accept all major religions for ash scattering ceremonies, including Sikhism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Christianity. Safety Notice for Leigh Marina: – Access to the vessel at Leigh Marina requires traversing a pontoon via a sloped ramp with a handrail. This ramp’s position is subject to tidal conditions, meaning it may be situated over water or mud. Please exercise extreme caution when boarding and disembarking, and ensure your entire party is aware of this safety requirement. |
Suitable urn | 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 this link: Water urns We also supply a range of water ceremony sets which include an urn, flower petals, dissolvable noteless and a certificate to record the ceremony. Our sets and ceremony accessories can be viewed here: Sets and ceremony accessories |
| 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 |
Scattering Ashes – the Thames Estuary – North Side- Southend on Sea
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:
