Scattering Ashes at Premiership, Championship & FA Clubs
(Who does—and who does not—allow it)
For many supporters, the ground is a second home. If your loved one followed a club through rain and glory, it’s natural to ask whether ashes can be scattered there. Below is your club-by-club summary of current positions (with the date we received each update). Policies do change, sometimes without notice, so always contact the club first and secure written permission before making plans.
How to approach a club (quick checklist):
Ask the right team: memorials/chaplaincy/community relations/facilities.
What’s allowed: scattering, burial in a memorial garden, or no on-site ashes but alternative tributes (benches, plaques, remembrance books).
When: never on match days; many clubs restrict days around pitch maintenance.
Where: usually not on the playing surface; some allow gardens or dedicated areas.
Numbers & access: confirm group size, step-free routes, photography, and parking.
Costs: some clubs coordinate via a funeral director or chaplain; modest fees may apply.
Dignity & environment: use a biodegradable scatter tube; petals only (no confetti), and follow any ground rules to the letter.
Dates refer to when the advice was given and are liable to change. If you have more current info, please share—updating this page helps other families.
In alphabetical order (no allegiance shown!)
(Your list exactly as provided, unchanged for accuracy and dating.)
Scattering Ashes at Premiership, Championship & FA Clubs (A–Z)
Arsenal — No interment or scattering at Emirates Stadium. Last checked: 21 Nov 2025.
Aston Villa — Club does not accept requests to scatter ashes at Villa Park or Bodymoor Heath; see In Memoriam for alternative tributes. Last checked: 21 Nov 2025. Aston Villa
Blackburn Rovers — Memorial Garden at Ewood Park; club has paused scattering during garden extension works (check status before planning). Last checked: 21 Nov 2025. Rovers
Blackpool — Club policy has historically been no scattering, with burial at the side of the pitch permitted; families also use local council memorial areas. Context checked: 21 Nov 2025. Blackpool Council
Birmingham City — Service organised via Co-op Funeral Service (01543 421389); non-match days; small fee. (29/06/10)
Bolton Wanderers — Scattering via club chaplain; leaflet available; memorial walkway & book. (29/07/10)
Bournemouth (Vitality Stadium) — Not possible; no memorial garden. (15/07/17)
Brentford – Amazing memorial garden where you can scatter some (but not all) the ashes (20/07/26)
Brighton & Hove Albion — Memorial garden plots full; no scattering in stadium. (18/05/17)
Bristol City — No scattering or burial at the stadium. (21/01/20)
Burnley — No scattering/burial at Turf Moor. (11/08/14)
Chelsea — Do not offer this service. (14/06/10)
Crystal Palace — Memorial garden for scattering only (not burial); access may be restricted during major works. (11/08/10)
Doncaster — Memorial Garden available. (01/09/12)
Everton — Perimeter burials now full; use St Luke’s Church Memorial Garden (adjacent to Goodison). (16/06/25)
Fulham — No scattering at Craven Cottage; alternatives under review. (16/06/10)
Hull City — Do not offer this service. (12/10/26)
Leeds United — Unable to accept scattering requests at Elland Road; see club memoriam page. (21/05/25)
Leicester City — Memorial garden closed to new applications; waiting list via help@lcfc.co.uk. (11/10/25)
Liverpool FC —No scattering in or around Anfield. There is a quiet memorial garden area by the Main Stand (97/96 Avenue) and Anfield Forever commemorative stones. checked 21 Nov 2025
Manchester City — Memorial Garden outside Colin Bell Stand; book via Reception (0161 438 7601). (28/06/10)
Manchester United — No public policy; contact Museum & Tour Centre. (29/06/10)
Newcastle United — No scattering at St James’ Park. (29/07/10)
Queens Park Rangers — Chaplain-led ceremony for a small portion of ashes; end-of-season scattering; no charge. Contact Rev Dr Bob Mayo. (12/11/15)
Reading FC — Garden of Remembrance at the stadium for quiet reflection and scattering ashes (opened 2011). Last checked: 21 Nov 2025. readingfc.co.uk
Sheffield Wednesday — Designated outside area on the south stand bridge for scattering.
Southampton — No longer offer scattering/burial at St Mary’s. (11/08/14)
Stoke City — No scattering at the Britannia Stadium. (28/06/10)
Sunderland — In Memoriam page: supporters may deposit ashes at the memorial garden at Stadium of Light; contact reception for arrangements. Last checked: 21 Nov 2025. safc.com
Swansea City — No scattering inside the stadium; small memorial around Ivor Allchurch statue.
Tottenham Hotspur — No scattering/interment (pitch chemistry/maintenance reasons). (31/10/16)
West Bromwich Albion — Memorial Garden with plaques; no scattering on pitch or in the garden. (29/07/24)
West Ham — Scattering stopped; memorial garden full. (18/06/10)
Wigan — No scattering at DW Stadium. (16/06/10)
Wolverhampton Wanderers — No scattering; small outside memorial garden where a rose can be planted. (11/08/14)
Wembley Stadium — Service not offered. (29/07/10)
Final Notes & Kind Alternatives
If a club can’t permit scattering, consider:
A club-linked memorial (bench/plaque/brick) and a separate scattering at a meaningful public space with permission.
A memorial garden or nearby church affiliated with the ground (several clubs partner with local churches).
A home or garden tribute (plaque, sundial, or QR-linked page) and an entry on The Ashes Register so family can revisit the story.
We’re happy to help with biodegradable scatter tubes, and a short order-of-service you can adapt.
Have newer info for your club? Send it to us and we’ll update this page to help other supporters.