Hindu ceremony - Scattering Ashes

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Hindu Ashes Immersion Ceremony in the UK – 2019

The population of Hindus and Sikhs in the UK is over 800k. Many of the second-generation Indian diaspora are now in the position of having to arrange funerals. They may not be versed in Hindu and Sikh funeral rights, below is brief guide to help those want to respect their relative’s tradition, but do not…

Gandhi’s ashes urn stolen

Gandhi’s ashes urn stolen Gandhi’s ashes urn stolen. Mahatma Gandhi, considered by many Indians to be ‘the father of the Nation’, has had his 150th Birthday celebrations slightly marred. An urn containing a portion of his ashes was stolen from the Bapu Bhawan memorial in the state of Madhya Pradesh, and a poster of the…

Where would you Celebrate the life of your loved one?

Competition Time To enter our competition all you need to do is fill in the form below with your name, email address, where you would like to celebrate the life of your loved one and why. We will select 10 suggestions at random on the 1st August and email you to get details of where…

Scattering Location for Hindu and Sikhs on the river clyde

Scattering ashes location for Sikh and Hindus in Glasgow Scotland

Inverclyde council in Scotland which is on the banks of the Clyde River is the first authority in Scotland to make official provision for the Sikh and Hindu community. They have done this by allocating a place for the scattering of ashes into river, so that the community can carry out funeral rites. The council…

Swaminarayan Hindu leaders want a special place for scattering ashes on the shores of Lake Windermere

Hindu Ashes Lake Windermere Lake Windermere is a special place to scatter ashes of a loved one. And it has become an important one for the members of the Swaminarayan sect. The sect is a rapidly growing branch of Hinduism which is popular in the western world. Why is Lake Windermere important for Hindus? Lake…

Pembrokeshire, Wales: Milford Haven

Scattering Ashes on water at Milford Haven Location Milford Haven Marina Area of operation Milford Haven water way and St. Brides Bay Type of boat Cabin rhib Duration of trip Up to 2 hours Capacity of boat 11 passengers Refreshments Can be arranged on shore Suitable urns Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead…

Hindu Scattering Service on the Ganges in India

The Hindu population of the UK increases year on year, in the last census in 2011 817,000 people in England and Wales identified themselves as Hindus which is 1.5% of the population. A proportion of these would loved to have their ashes placed in the Ganges in India after their death. For some time we have…

Ashes stored in an Ashes Bank in Uttar Pradesh’s India

There is now a solution for a problem that a number of Hindus face. According to some certain traditions ashes of a cremated relative can’t be taking home for 14 days. So what do the families do with the ashes in between cremation and when they can take them home? So Yug Dadhichi Deh Dan…

filing a natural floating ball urn video

How to fill a Natural Floating Ball Urn: Video

Filling a Natural Floating Ball Urn Many of us choose a water burial as a final farewell ceremony, floating ball urns are a very popular choice. They will float on the surface for while, allowing you to say a few words and then sink below the waves. Although we send instruction with each one on…

Reading, Berkshire: River Thames

Scattering Ashes on the River Thames Reading Location Caversham, Reading Cost Prices start at £225 Area or operation Caversham and Reading area Duration of trip 45 minutes – 4 hours Capacity of boat 2 to 120 persons Refreshments Full bar on board. Catering upon request Disabled Access Disabled access available on some of our vessels…

Unsightly deposit of cremated remains in Trinidad and Tobago

I hate having to admit my ignorance, but I never knew: the largest ethnic make-up of people in Trinidad and Tobago hail from the Indian Sub-continent. And with them they brought Hinduism and associate death rituals. Well it seems that where bodies are being cast into the waters of the river Caroni the site becoming…

Kent: The River Medway – Tonbridge

Scattering Ashes on the River Medway Tonbridge Location Big Bridge, Tonbridge High Street TN9 1DR Area of operation River Medway in Kent Type of boat Modern electric launch Duration of trip Any to suit, minimum 30 minutes Capacity of boat 12 passengers Refreshments Located in the centre of Tonbridge with many café, restaurants and pubs…

Leicester City Council Ash Scattering Sites

Leicester City Council have put together a leaflet detailing where you can scatter cremation ashes, on land within their jurisdiction. They have to be congratulated for their forward thinking, and whilst they do have a very real need due to help their population; which has a one on the largest Hindu communities in the country…

Stratford on Avon, Warwickshire: River Avon

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Boat for scattering ashes on the River Avon in Stratford on Avon Location Based in Stratford upon Avon Area of Operation The River Avon in Stratford upon Avon Type of Boat The Rita Ellen is a 53 feet long class V passenger boat. Heated, with tables and chairs. Duration of Trip Approximately 90 minutes although…

The environmental cost of cremation in India

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I would argue that the environmental impact of cremation is less than burial, there is a need to compare two issues which are difficult to equate – Carbon versus land-take. I think the land-take is a more significant issue. The argument is even more in favour of cremation if the energy source is renewable. However the…

A festival that involves throwing cremation ash at one another

Varanasi, India is famous and unique. A holy Hindu city whose principal business is death, many families take their loved ones to be cremated there, while western eyes may view it as macabre, the locals have a very different take. Reincarnation is a fundamental part of the Hindu religion so moving from this life to…

Maldon: Essex

Scattering Ashes on the Thames Estuary Maldon, Essex Location Maldon, Essex Area of operation Blackwater Type of boat Thames Sailing Barge Duration of trip 2-4 hours Capacity of boat 50 Refreshments Lunches, Afternoon Teas or self-cater. Licensed Bar. Additional info The whole barge can be hired privately. Ceremony Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead…

Crazy way to cure an illness: with cremation ashes!

I am not saying Western Medicine is the be-all and end-all, but some supposed cures and remains are just plain bonkers. In Salepur, situated in Odisha north east India, a self-styled godman has come up with an interesting approach to aliments. Pretend you are dead, the evil spirits will think you are dead and then…

River Cam: Cambridgeshire

Location Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Area of operation River Cam Type of boat Narrowboat Duration of trip Variable 45 mins minimum, up to 2 hours. We can offer ½ and whole day cruise options too. Capacity of boat 12 passengers. Refreshments Tea, Coffee, Squash, Biscuits, Additional Cream Tea, Fish and Chips, picnic hamper options. A range of…

Scattering Ceremony – Dove Release: East Midlands

Add a poignant and symbolic act to your scattering ashes ceremony, if you are intending to have your ceremony in the East Midlands you now have the option of a dove release. The company operates in the East Midlands area: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Burton on Trent. They are happy to cover a 50 mile radius of Derby. All…

Scattering Ceremony – Dove Release: Greater London

One option for a memorable ceremony is to release a dove or a number of doves after you have scattered the ashes. Whether one dove, a pair of doves or a small flock, they make a poignant and symbolic gesture. We can arrange this for you. Expert handlers, with experience and sensitivity for such occasions will bring the…

Kent: The River Stour

Scattering Ashes on the river Stour in Kent Location Upstreet, Canterbury Area of operation River Stour in Kent Type of boat Modern electric launch Duration of trip Any to suit, minimum 30 minutes Capacity of boat 12 passengers Refreshments Located at the Grove Pantry Pub & Inn for catering needs. You an bring own drinks,…

Felixstowe river orwell scattering ashes

Felixstowe : River Orwell and Suffolk Coast

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Scattering Ashes at Sea Felixstowe Suffolk Location Suffolk Yacht Harbour, Levington, Felixstowe, Suffolk Area of operation Suffolk and North Essex Type of boat 29ft procharter p3 Duration of trip 1 hour Capacity of boat 10 passengers plus 2 crew Refreshments Tea / Coffee Ceremony Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead to them being blown…

The Balinese ceremony of Ngaben: Turn to Ash

The beautiful Island of Bali in the Indonesian archipelago has a predominately Hindu population, whose belief system varies slightly from the Hindu doctrine in India. And from time to time they hold mass cremations. The cremation ceremony know as Ngaben (which means ‘turn to ash’) is elaborate and expensive and if a family can’t afford…

Southampton Water, Hampshire: River Test

Scattering Ashes at Sea and River Southampton Location Ocean Village, Southampton Area of operation Southampton Water Type of boat Passenger Boat, see picture, capable of carrying 150 comfortably. Heated saloon, and large sun decks. Bar, snack and drink facilities available. Duration of trip Just over one hour, depending on location. Capacity of boat 6 -150…

Leicester City Council proposes scattering sites on the river Soar

For some time now Leicester City Council has been looking to provide a facility for families, mainly for Hindu, Sikh and Jains faiths who need access to running water to scatter ashes. Outside of London, Leicester has the largest grouping of of people from an Indian heritage. The Council felt that families should be able to access…

Dorset: Poole Harbour

Scattering ashes in Poole Harbour Location Poole Quay, Dorset Area of operation Poole Harbour , Type of boat Luxury 50′ Motor Boat Duration of trip Approximately 1 1/2 hours (longer trips are available) Capacity of boat 12 people Refreshments Included Suitable urns Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead to them being blown about which…

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 Location Exmouth Area of operation Exe Estuary Type of boat Pride of Exmouth is EU Class C sea going and takes up to 200 people, Tudor Rose is Class V and limited sea going for up to 100 people RIB for up to…

Prominent Indian Hindu to have his ashes scattered in a number of holy rivers

The ashes of late Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray, cremated late last month are to be scattered in a number of symbolically religious rivers across India. Mr Thackeray ‘s wishes were that his cremation ashes would be immersed in holy rivers at Harihareshwar, Nashik, Haridwar, Kashi, Kanyakumari and other places across the country. All…

Celebrant: Marc Oxley, East Midlands

Name: Marc Oxley Base: Rutland Area covered: East Midlands The celebrant: A fully trained Civil Funeral Celebrant, a Founding Fellow of the Society of Bereavement Practitioners. A Funeral Celebrant trained with the Institute of Civil Funerals in March 2006 and since he has officiated at Funerals in crematoria, scattering ceremonies and green burial sites. He…

Malaysian Religious organisation seizes cremation ashes

Here we have first case I that I have read about, where someone’s ashes have been seized. Mrs M Nagamah passed away on the 14 August and “According to her family, she lived her life as a Hindu and died a Hindu. They were preparing to give her a Hindu funeral,” said Hindu Rights…

Hindu Scattering Ceremony on the River Avon Bristol – we now have it covered

Hindu Scattering Ceremony on the River Avon Bristol – we now have it covered About a month ago I noticed an article on the local BBC website about Bristol’s Hindu population. The community is in need of a site and the city’s new mayor Peter Main said it was one of his first priorities. Well…

Hindu and Sikh scatter their ashes on the blessed river Soar

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Hindus and Sikhs scattering their ashes on the river of Britain is not a new phenomena, the practicalities for many of taking a loved ones ashes back to the Ganges can prove too great. So many have adopted local rivers where the ashes can be scattered on the flowing water. The more popular spots tend…

Boat for Scattering Ashes on the River Thames in Central London

Central London: River Thames

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Scattering Ashes on the River Thames in Central London Location Lambeth Pier, Albert Embankment Area of operation Central London area from Chelsea to the west, on the east, Southwark, the City of London and as far down as the Tower of London, you can travel further by prior arrangement at an additional charge. Type of…

Boat for Scattering ashes on the River Thames at Windsor and Slough

Windsor and Slough: River Thames

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Scattering ashes on the River Thames at Windsor and Slough Location Windsor Promenade, Windsor, Berkshire Area of operation River Thames at Windsor Type of boat Passenger Vessel Duration of trip 1 – 2 1/2 hours Capacity of boat 2 to 50 guests Disabled Access Limited – light wheelchairs Refreshments Fully stocked bar serving hot &…

Boat for Scattering Ashes on the River Soar Leicester

Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire: River Soar

Scattering Ashes on the River Soar Leicester Location Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire Area of operation The ashes can be scattered on a peaceful part of the River Soar near Leicester. Type of Boat River Boat Duration of trip Approximately 45 minutes Capacity of boat 12 (see below) Refreshments Available by request Cost £120 – For…

Kingston and Richmond: River Thames

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Scattering Ashes on the River Thames at Kingston and Richmond If you want a water ceremony for scattering your loved ones ashes in the Thames, this skipper will provide an excellent service. We have worked with him for over 5 years and we always get great testimonials. Location Kingston upon Thames – London / Surrey Area…

Mudeford Quay, Dorset: South Coast

Scattering Ashes at Sea – Mudeford in Dorset Location The small fishing port of Mudeford Quay, Christchurch, Dorset Area of operation Christchurch and Poole Bays with views of the Isle of Wight, the Needles Lighthouse and Swanage. They can also provide this service in Christchurch Harbour which is in the lower reaches of the Avon…

Hindus adopting Jamaica Bay NYC for ashes ceremony

Strange how these things work, my last but one post concerned the fact Hindus living in the UK had adopted local river and as there was a lot of Hindu is the London area they opted for the Thames as a sort new Ganges, then scanning the news I spotted post from the States…

South Devon: Dartmouth

Scattering ashes Dartmouth and the River Dart in Devon Location Dartmouth, Devon Area of operation River Dart, Dartmouth, Totnes Type of boat 40ft Aquastar Duration of trip As per request Capacity of boat 12 passengers Refreshments Not provided Suitable urn Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead to them being blown about which some families…

Eastbourne, East Sussex: Beachy Head

Scattering ashes at Sea – Eastbourne Location Eastbourne, East Sussex Area of operation Up to 60 miles from a Safe Haven, including the white cliffs of Beachy Head Type of boat AQUASTAR PRO 40’ Duration of trip 1 hour Capacity of boat 12 passengers Refreshments Free Tea, Coffee and biscuits Additional info They have been carrying…

Boat for Scattering ashes on the River Thames at Oxford

Oxford: River Thames

Scattering ashes on the River Thames at Oxford Location Central Oxford Area of operation Oxford and surrounding area into Oxfordshire – river Thames Type of boat Various boats from 12 – 50 seats Duration of trip Depends on your wishes Capacity of boat 12- 50 Refreshments Available at extra cost Additional info All religions catered…

Hindu Funeral Ashes: why the Thames?

Any population who migrates to a different country, to a certain extent, will have to assimilate their customs and traditions into the adopted country, Hindus and Hinduism is no different. According to the UK census of 2001 there are just over half a million Hindus in the UK although some estimates go much higher.…

Pakistani Hindus allowed visas to visit Haridwar to scatter ashes

Pakistani Hindu families have finally been granted visas to be allow them to scatter the ashes of their loved ones over the sacred Ganges river. There is a very small Hindu community in Karachi that had been trying for years to be allowed to take the ashes to Haridwar, but there was no chance…

Scattering cremated ashes over the waters of the Ganges

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The river Ganges and cremation are intrinsic parts to the Hindu religion. Hinduism has spread across the globe and not all worshipers can have have their ashes spread over the Ganges. In Britain those of a Hindu faith may adopt a local river for the purpose, popular locations are Leicester, Kingston, Windsor However, some followers would…

Glasgow, Strathclyde: River Clyde

Location Strathclyde Glasgow, River Clyde Area of operation The River Clyde you could go the sound of Bute, Glencallum Bay, Garroch Head or Loch Fyne Type of Boat Rib. Duration of trip Depends on what you want to do Capacity of boat Licensed to carry 12 passengers Refreshments NA Additional info All religions catered for…