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Tag: Devon

Devon, with its stunning coastline and picturesque countryside, offers a serene and beautiful setting for scattering ashes and holding cremation ceremonies. This diverse region provides a variety of tranquil locations to honour your loved ones. From the golden beaches of...

Celebrant: Tina at Camomile Ceremonies – Devon and Dorset

Experience the warmth, skill and dedication of a Celebrant who is also a nurse. I’m Tina an independent Celebrant who specialises in creating, inclusive, personalised and unique ceremonies for my clients and when we work together it will truly be all about you. But for a moment let me tell you about me so you […]

The process of making a glass memorials from ashes

1. Collection and preparation of ashes Only a very small amount of ashes is required. Families usually keep the majority of the ashes for scattering, burial or safekeeping. The portion used for glass is carefully prepared and handled with care throughout the process. 2. Choosing the form and colours Families choose the type of memorial […]

South Devon: Salcombe South Hams

Scattering Ashes at Sea – Salcombe South Hams Salcombe, located on Devon’s stunning south coast, is an idyllic location for scattering ashes. Known for its calm estuary waters and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, Salcombe offers a serene and reflective setting for a farewell ceremony. The golden beaches and rolling hills create a tranquil […]

South Devon: Teignmouth, Torquay, Torbay & Brixham

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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 […]

Dartmoor National Park Authority: Policy on scattering ashes

Dartmoor National Park Authority Scattering Ashes Policy The Dartmoor National Park Authority (DNPA) can fairly be described as a reluctant acceptor when it comes to the scattering of ashes. There is no clearly published or promoted policy on the DNPA website, and the Authority does not actively encourage the practice. However, despite the absence of […]

ashes being scattered from a steam train in devon

Steam Railway: an Ashes send off with a Toot Toot!

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All Aboard: A Steam Railway Send-Off for Ashes For lovers of steam railways, there’s something utterly timeless about the hiss of steam, the whistle at a rural station and the rhythmic clank of wheels on iron rail. For many, these machines aren’t just transport — they are symbols of history, craftsmanship and pure passion. So […]

Meet Your Maker – Elaine Rose Murray – Original Ashes Memorial Art

Beautiful original memorial paintings and art pieces that incorporate the ashes of your loved one in a respectful and knowledgeable way. Elaine is an artist based in Devon. She started her journey into memorial art when a client asked if she could incorporate ashes of her mother into a joyful painting. Having lost both of her parents, Elaine […]

Making a Memorial Glass Paperweight: Video

There’s something quietly mesmerising about watching molten glass being shaped by hand. In this short film, you’ll see a memorial glass paperweight being made — from the careful preparation of the glass, through to the moment a small amount of cremated ashes is gently incorporated and the piece begins to take its final form. For […]

Turning Sorrow into Seascapes – One Mum’s Artistic Tribute to Love and Loss

Grief doesn’t always come with a clear path. For some, it’s a quiet ache. For others, a need to do something – to honour, to hold on, to let go. For Devon-based artist Elaine Murray, it was a brushstroke that turned mourning into meaning. When Elaine sadly lost both her parents within two years f […]

Meet Your Maker – Madeline Bunyan: Devon’s Master of Light, Glass, and Memory

Meet Your Maker – Madeline Bunyan Meet Your Maker – Madeline Bunyan: There are some people in life who seem to have a quiet, innate magic about them. The sort of people who, rather than spend an afternoon doom-scrolling or aggressively reorganising the kitchen drawers, turn their hands to something both intricate and deeply beautiful. […]

Ashes Scattering by Drone: UK Wide

Scattering Ashes by Drone: A Modern Tribute to Cherished Memories Saying farewell to a loved one is a deeply personal journey, and the manner in which we choose to honor their memory reflects the uniqueness of their life. Traditional methods of scattering ashes have been meaningful for many; however, with advancements in technology, scattering ashes […]

Boat for Scattering Ashes at Sea - Exmouth, the River Exe and Lyme Bay

East Devon: Exmouth, River Exe and Lyme Bay

Scattering Ashes at Sea – Exmouth, the River Exe and Lyme Bay The River Exe, flowing through the charming town of Exmouth, provides a tranquil and picturesque location for scattering ashes. Surrounded by rolling countryside and views of the Exe Estuary, this serene waterway offers a reflective and heartfelt environment for a meaningful ceremony. Whether […]

South Devon: Plymouth Sound

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Scattering Ashes at Sea – Plymouth Sound Devon Plymouth Sound, with its rich maritime history and expansive waters, is an exceptional location for scattering ashes. The natural harbour, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and historic landmarks, offers a peaceful and memorable setting for a ceremony. Whether near the iconic Smeaton’s Tower or further out towards the […]

Scattering Ashes at Sea – East Devon: Beer

Scattering Ashes at Sea – Beer in Devon Beer, a picturesque fishing village on the Jurassic Coast, offers a tranquil and scenic environment for scattering ashes. The pristine waters and dramatic cliffs create a truly unique farewell experience. Location Beer, East Devon. Area of operation Within a three mile radius of Beer (Branscombe, Seaton, Beer) […]

South Devon: Dartmouth

Scattering ashes Dartmouth and the River Dart in Devon The River Dart in Dartmouth is a stunning location for scattering ashes, with its picturesque waters winding through the lush Devon countryside. The tranquil setting offers a dignified and heartfelt tribute. Location Dartmouth, Devon Area of operation River Dart, Dartmouth, Totnes Type of boat GM7 Duration […]

Policy for Scattering Ashes at Exeter University

Exeter University Scattering Ashes Policy I have to say I think this is a first – an academic institution publishing a policy for people scattering ashes on their estate. Now these things don’t come about by random chance, the facilities department don’t look to create things like this unless there is a demand. Therefore people […]

A Pirate’s Farewell – Ashes of an Old Pirate fired from a Cannon

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Shiver m’ Timbers etc etc. I adore stories like this. Drama, ceremony and a dash of irreverence. Brixham in Devon love their Pirates, so much so that every year they hold a Pirate Festival where the town is mobbed With Long John Silvers although in slightly odd fashion, 101 versions of Johnny Depp’s Character Jack […]

How NOT to Scatter Ashes – A daughter’s farewell goes wrong

How Not to Scatter Ashes – Daughter’s Farewell Goes Wrong We have been writing on the subject of ashes for over ten years. We have thousands of people who come to the site every day looking for advice and guidance on how to this very final act of farewell. We talk about tide times, landowners’ […]

Ann Bates – Individual Urn Ceramicist

Ann makes individually hand built ceramic funerary urns using stoneware clay. Inspiration for decoration and often the shape of an urn comes from the natural world – seed heads, leaves and shells being a favourite choice. An interest in ancient standing stones with their carved decoration and symbols can also be evidenced in her work. […]

Ashes Urn Found in Devon – “Now Where Did I Leave That Bag?”

Well David Cameron forgot to take his kids back from the pub if you remember, so I suppose leaving cremation ashes behind is understandable? A dog walker reported a bag left near a busy road in Paignton in Torbay, Devon at around 8am on 1- September morning. It turned out to be a bag containing […]

Stumbled Across an Ashes Scattering Ceremony – Personal Tale

I have been writing about this for years, hundreds of blogs on the subject and attended a few scattering ashes ceremonies, I have seen evidence of where people have scattered ashes – both well and not so well. However, I had not witnessed one as a third party before. Sunday just gone was the longest […]

Bespoke Wooden Urns

Bespoke Wooden Urns – Meet Your Maker: Simon Hopwood Local • Sustainable • Handmade • Bespoke • Unique Our bespoke wooden urns embody everything we care about — craftsmanship, sustainability, authenticity, and a deep respect for the families we serve. And the person who brings all of this to life is Simon Hopwood, the Dartmoor-based carpenter […]

Training Course: Scattering or Interring of Cremated Remains

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Training Course: Scattering or Interring of Cremated Remains Training Course. There is a growing trend for funerals to focus on the ashes element of the ceremony which is a very positive development. However, often those doing the scattering will have received little or no formal training. A small investment in staff training will have two […]

Scattering Ashes Service Across the UK

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Scattering Ashes Service UK Ashes Scattering – With Care, Legality, and Dignity When ashes need to be scattered in a particular place — perhaps a favourite beach, a mountain view, or somewhere overseas — we can help. Our Scattering Ashes Service provides a trusted and respectful way to fulfil a loved one’s wishes when family, […]

Celebrant: Rachel Henderson, Devon

Name: Rachel Henderson Area covered: DevonThe celebrant: Together we can create the funeral, memorial or ash scattering ceremony you would like, for the person you love, that reflects and celebrates their life and is personal, heartfelt and meaningful.Whether you would like to include spiritual content, a little, or none, I can assist you to ensure that the service […]

Free Ashes Guide: What to do with ashes - guide

Free Ashes Guide: What to do with Ashes now – available to people working with bereaved families

Free Ashes Guide. Free Ashes Guide. We have been blogging and writing on the subject of ashes for a several years now, and we have produced a lot of guidance on what people could do with ashes. However, until now we have only had this information available on the website and our guide book*. The […]

Celebrant: Sarah Chapman, South Devon

Name: Sarah Chapman Base: Newton Abbot Area covered: South Devon The celebrant: I have a national qualification Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy (QCF) and I am a Member of the Institute of Civil Funerals (M.I.C.F.) As a Celebrant I will help you create and then conduct your unique and individual Funeral and Scattering of Ashes Ceremony where ever and […]

Countryside Funerals: Tiverton, Devon

Company Name Countryside Funerals About the company A friendly, personal approach to arranging meaningful funerals Traditional services. Natural Burial. Affordable, Simple Cremation. Address 31 Park Hill, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6RW Telephone 01884 258881 Email info@countrysidefunerals.co.uk Website www.countrysidefunerals.co.uk Other (eg awards etc) Member of SAIF and BIFD Recommended by The Natural Death Centre

How permanent is permanent – when a scattering ashes location changes use

Bill Priddy scattered the ashes of son Will at the Royal Citadel in Plymouth, he chose to scatter his son’s ashes at that spot as his son was based there at the time of his death. Will – a veteran of one tour of Iraq – died in 2005 in a car crash on Salisbury […]

South Devon Business Excellence Awards

South Devon Business Excellence Awards We’ve been nominated as finalists for this year’s most innovative business in the South Devon Business Excellence Awards! To say that we’re feeling a bit excited is a bit of an understatement! As a completely independent family firm based in Dartmoor in Devon we are feeling very humbled to be nominated. Richard set up […]

Committal of Ashes into the Sea by the Royal Navy

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Royal Naval Ashes Service at Sea The Naval Chaplaincy Service carries out Committals at Sea Ceremonies for Naval Service personnel. The Royal Naval Chaplaincy Service undertakes committals of ashes at sea from our Base Ports in Scotland on the Clyde (Faslane), Plymouth (Devonport) and Portsmouth. There is no charge for the committal. Eligibility is determined on […]

Bespoke Memorial Glass

Bespoke Memorial Glass – Meet Your Maker: Jenny Ayrton Handcrafted • Personal • A Tribute Without Ashes We are incredibly proud to work with Jenny Ayrton, a talented local glass artist and a rising star in the world of contemporary craft. Jenny helps us create something deeply meaningful for families who want a tribute — […]

Handmade Wooden Urns

Handmade Wooden Urns Handmade in Devon Completely handmade here in Dartmoor, Devon, by our talented craftsman Simon, our wooden urns have been especially designed to look natural and rustic in your home. Simon crafts them in solid oak from wood that shows off it’s natural character and beauty. They are all hand finished either with Danish oil, […]

Use your loved one's jewellery to make something totally unique that you can wear everyday.

Heirloom Jewellery: what to do with Grandma’s Ring

Heirloom Jewellery: what to do with Grandma’s Ring. We are often asked if we know a jeweller who can take the precious metals and stones from a piece of jewellery left to that person and turn it into something that they can wear every day. You really loved that person and you treasure the thought but […]

Agatha Christie and the River Dart – one man’s experience

A personal scattering ashes experience by the River Dart A customer dropped us a note about their experience: “June passed away late last year after a being ill for a few months, she had chance to put her affairs in order and she said that she wished to be cremated and we had a lovely […]

Shrapnel found in War Hero after cremation

Family handed back metal fragments decades after wartime injury An old war veteran from Exeter passed recently, he had suffered from a war wound all his adult life after standing on a landmine in France in 1944. He told the family he had a ‘bullet’ in the knee. He didn’t complain about it, but just […]

Bronze Age cremation urn unearthed on Dartmoor

Ancient discovery sheds light on prehistoric burial and ash practices Archaeologists have uncovered a bronze aged cremation urn (known as a Cist) from a site on Whitehouse Hill in Dartmoor. The urn is a stone chest and what was unusual about this find was the contents could be distinguished. Apart from the cremated remains the […]

Cost of burying ashes at a family grave

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Cost of burying ashes in a family grave 2010 This story form sunny Devon highlights the unforeseen cost of choosing to bury the ashes of a loved one in a family plot. A lady, called Phyllis Bishop, a long time resident of Torquay passed away. Her wish was to be buried alongside her husband at […]