Scattering Ashes at Sea – Torquay, Brixham, Paignton and Teigmouth
Torbay and Teignmouth offer a stunning setting for scattering ashes at sea, with departures by boat from harbours including Torquay, Brixham, Paignton, and Teignmouth. The calm, sheltered waters of Lyme Bay provide a peaceful and private environment for families to gather and say goodbye. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the South Devon coastline, a boat ceremony here offers a dignified and reflective way to honour a loved one’s life.
For Hindu and Sikh families, the ocean holds deep spiritual significance—symbolising the soul’s return to the natural cycle and journey toward liberation (moksha). The gentle motion of the water and the wide open skies create a respectful and meaningful setting for this sacred rite. With experienced skippers and accessible locations, Torbay and Teignmouth offer a truly memorable farewell at sea.
| Location | Brixham. |
| Area of operation | Brixham – Paignton, Torquay and Teignmouth. Torbay to the River Teign. |
| Type of boat | Lochin Mk2 design, licensed by the MCA to carry 10 passengers with upto 2 crew members |
| Duration of trip | Up to 1 hour but flexible |
| Capacity of boat | 10 |
| Refreshments | Available on request |
| Ceremony | 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. |
| Cost | £150 |
| Disabled Access | No Wheelchair Access |
| Parking | Available locally |
| 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.
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Please note Scattering Ashes is not the boat operator, filling in the form below is the quickest way to speak with the skipper.
We went out with skipper Dave from Brixham today to scatter my father’s ashes. It was the most perfect send off with Dave finding a lovely calm spot for us to do the release. Dave was attentive to us during the voyage but respectful during the release itself. We couldn’t have wished for a better experience. Dave was also wonderful in dealing with the fact that some of our party were late due to a delayed train so we had a late departure but he took everything in his stride.
I would certainly recommend your services to anyone who needed it.
Thank you for a really respectful day , the weather was perfect and the dolphins at the end really made it a really memorable send off to my dad