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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Stratford on Avon, Warwickshire: River Avon
Boat for scattering ashes on the River Avon in Stratford upon Avon Location Stratford Upon Avon Area of operation The River Avon in Stratford upon Avon Type of boat 53 feet long class V passenger boat. Heated, with tables and chairs. Capacity of the boat 32 Refreshments Tea, coffee & chai are charged at £1.50…
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Felixstowe : River Orwell and Suffolk Coast
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…
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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…
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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…
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Central London: River Thames
Scattering Ashes on the River Thames in Central LondonLocationLambeth Pier, Albert EmbankmentArea of operationCentral 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 boatPassenger Vessel and Passenger LaunchCapacity…
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Windsor and Slough: River Thames
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 Capacity of the boat Up to 50 guests Refreshments Fully stocked bar serving hot & cold drinks Disabled access Limited – Light wheelchairs Duration of trip 1 hour…
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Boat for Scattering Ashes: River Soar – Barrow upon Soar Leicestershire
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 Capacity of the boat 12 (can accommodate more if needed, please see below) Refreshments Available by request Disabled access Wheelchair…
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Kingston and Richmond: River Thames
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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