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Tag: Wales

From the sweep of Bae Caerdydd/Cardiff Bay to the cliffs of Sir Benfro/Pembrokeshire, Wales offers powerful places and powerful stories. This tag gathers human-interest pieces and timely news about how families in Wales remember: dawn boat scatterings off the Gŵyr/Gower coast, quiet hillside moments in Eryri/Snowdonia and Bannau...

Law Commission Report: Dealing with Ashes After Cremation

What Chapter 14 Means for Uncollected Ashes and Crematoria Chapter 14 Summary – Dealing with Ashes After Cremation Right then — where do we start? The Law Commission has finally landed the long-awaited conclusions on this middle section of its burial and cremation work. It is no skimpy effort either, weighing in at close to […]

Cardiff Bay: South Wales Coast

Scattering Ashes at Sea – Cardiff Bay Cardiff Bay offers a modern and tranquil setting for scattering ashes, surrounded by the beauty of South Wales’ waterfront. With its calm waters, iconic landmarks such as the Senedd and the Millennium Centre, and sweeping views of the bay, this location provides a serene and reflective atmosphere for […]

RSPBs policy on scattering ashes at their nature reserves

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RSPB Policy on Scattering Ashes at Nature Reserves If you’re a bird lover (or you’re scattering for someone who was), this is one of the nicer bits of news you’ll read in the world of ashes policies. We asked the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) whether families are allowed to scatter cremation […]

Tenby, Pembrokeshire: South Wales Coast

Scattering Ashes at Sea – Tenby Tenby, with its iconic pastel-coloured houses and stunning coastal scenery, provides a serene and picturesque setting for scattering ashes. Nestled on the Pembrokeshire coast, this charming seaside town offers golden beaches, rugged cliffs, and sweeping views of the Irish Sea, creating a tranquil and reflective atmosphere for a heartfelt […]

Scattering Ashes at Sea Ferryside Carmarthen Bay, Wales

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Scattering Ashes on Ferryside Carmarthen Bay, Wales Carmarthen Bay, with its expansive coastline and breathtaking views of the Welsh coast, offers a serene and reflective setting for scattering ashes. Stretching along the shores of Carmarthenshire, this tranquil bay is surrounded by sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and the soothing sounds of the sea, creating a peaceful […]

Scattering Ashes – Cardigan Bay

Ceredigion – Cardigan Bay, West Wales Cardigan Bay, along the stunning Ceredigion coastline, offers a peaceful and breathtaking setting for scattering ashes. With its expansive views of the Irish Sea, quiet beaches, and unspoiled natural beauty, this location provides a serene and reflective space to honour a loved one’s memory. The gentle rhythm of the […]

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Losing the Unthinkable: Why You Shouldn’t Post Ashes

A recent story has stuck sad chord with us at Scattering Ashes. A mother sent the ashes of her son in the post and they were lost by the Royal Mail Let’s be honest. This is one of those stories you read with a sinking heart. For those families, it’s not just the loss of […]

Caernarfon, Menai Strait: North Wales Coast

Scattering Ashes at Sea Caernarfon Wales Caernarfon, nestled on the stunning Menai Strait in North Wales, offers a serene and memorable setting for scattering ashes. Surrounded by the majestic Snowdonia mountains and the iconic Caernarfon Castle, this historic town provides a reflective and peaceful atmosphere to honour a loved one’s memory. The tranquil waters of […]

Ashes into a Firework Display: UK Wide

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Ashes into Fireworks – A Spectacular Tribute Across the UK Imagine saying goodbye in a way that’s as vibrant and unforgettable as the person you’re remembering. With ashes into fireworks, your loved one’s remains are carefully and safely incorporated into a professional firework display — scattering their ashes among the stars in a blaze of […]

Who gets the ashes: funeral directors caught in the crossfire

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Disputes Over Cremated Remains and the Challenges Facing Funeral Directors The law is not the most dynamic of tools, and legislation around cremation is certainly not at the top of Parliament’s agenda. Crucially, the law is not designed to decide the “right home” for cremated remains. Its primary concern is that ashes are disposed of […]

Pembrokeshire, Wales: Milford Haven

Scattering Ashes on water at Milford Haven Milford Haven, located on the scenic Pembrokeshire coast, offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for scattering ashes. With its expansive waterway, surrounded by rolling hills and serene coastal views, this historic harbour town provides a peaceful and reflective environment to honour a loved one’s memory. The calm waters […]

Scattering Ashes in Porthmadog

Scattering Ashes in Porthmadog, Pwllheli If you want a water ceremony for scattering your loved ones ashes in Pwllheli, this skipper will provide an excellent service. We have worked with him for many years and we always get great testimonials. Location Porthmadog / Pwllheli Area of operation Cardigan bay/ Tremadog Bay Type of boat Lochin […]

Legal Differences between Scattering and Interment of Cremated Remains in Law

Legal and Physical Differences between Scattering and Interment of Cremated Remains in English Law This is Scattering Ashes interpretation of the Law as it stands Scattering of Cremated Remains Definition: Scattering involves dispersing cremated remains (ashes) over a defined area, such as in a garden, at sea, or over land. Legal Considerations: Consent: Permission from […]

A Survey of Best Places to Scatter Ashes … really?!

When a ‘Survey’ Isn’t Quite a Survey Always on the lookout for Scattering Ashes stories, I recently stumbled upon a piece of press that caught my eye — a so-called “survey” of the best places to scatter ashes in the UK. To be fair, the original source — SunLife — actually called it an analysis. […]

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Can someone scatter ashes for me? Yes

Can someone scatter ashes for me? A lot of people leave last requests regarding where they want their ashes to be scattered, as family member or friend this may turn out to be quite an onerous task. People’s choice of locations for the final resting place of their ashes can be hugely varied – a […]

The Six Nations Rugby Tournament, Guinness and Scattering Ashes

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The Six Nations 2019. Hold the press, someone has invented some spooky mind ray thing and they are somehow extracting thoughts, I blame the Google Street View van. It must have some clever gizmo on it that is harvesting thought waves. This must be the only plausible explanation, otherwise how else could the advertising agency […]

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, […]

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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 […]

The Legal Definition of Cremation Ashes

The Legal Definition of Cremation Ashes Finally, we have a legal definition of cremation ashes in England and Wales. While it may seem surprising that nothing had been formally established before, it is reassuring that we now have a clear definition set out in the new Cremation (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2016. According to […]

Scattering Ashes is the Nation’s Favourite Choice!

Fact: 79% of those wishing to be cremated want their ashes scattered. Which means about 2/3rds of us in total (80% of people are cremated). The result of a recent YouGov survey confirmed what we have believed for years, if you want to be cremated then most of you want your ashes to be scattered. The […]

Council Policy Too Blunt? No — Burial Charge Mistake

Non-Resident Burial Fee Error and Authority Apology Coping with the death of a loved one is difficult at the best of times and small injustices can become magnified many times over, here we have the case of a lady from Pontypool in Wales, who was organising the burial of her disabled brother’s ashes and because […]

Ashes into Fireworks: Self-fire or an organised display?

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Ashes into fireworks Are you considering going out with a bang? Putting cremation ashes into fireworks – what are the things you need to think about… There are two main options for you: Having your ashes in a firework display or having the ashes placed in a rocket or a self-firing fireworks box. There are advantages […]

A ceremony in the Sirhowy Valley

It is not often a family scattering ceremony is reported unless there is some mishap or there is a celebrity involved. This story appeared in the South Wales Argus, a family from Gwent scatter the ashes of their relative on Sirhowy River in near Blackwood. Apparently, they were the first to be granted permission by […]

Scatter Tubes Are Not Designed for Water Ceremonies

Scatter Tubes and Water: A Word of Caution Scatter tubes are not designed to be placed in water. They are typically made from thick, dense card and finished with a semi-impervious printed layer. The practical result is that, when placed on water, a scatter tube is likely to float rather than sink — sometimes for […]

Money raised for charities from metal reclaimed from a crematoria to top £2m

Now this is good news. The money raised for charities from the recycled metals the arise from cremation is set to reach £2m. When a body is cremated the non-combustible parts are left behind: the bones (the ashes) and any metal which arises. This metal was historically just the ironwork used to make the coffin […]

Site in the Welsh Valleys used for scattering ashes has been vandalised

Welsh Valleys Ashes Scattering Site Vandalised The well-known White Cross of Trealaw has been vandalised. The cross in the heart of the Rhondda valleys has been partially dismantled by a group of mystery climbers. The cross was built by Glyn Thomas, of Trealaw, in 2005 as a final resting place for those who wanted their […]

Dr William Price the Father of Modern British Cremation?

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Dr William Price – The Father of Modern British Cremation The physician, Welsh nationalist, and self-proclaimed Druid Dr William Price (1800–1893) could — and perhaps should — be considered the father of modern British cremation. Price was a remarkable man: brilliant, rebellious, and more than a little eccentric. On the eccentricity scale, he was well […]

A lady digs up her rose bush from the garden of remembrance

Lady Removes Rose Bush from Crematorium Garden of Remembrance The garden of remembrance at a crematoria was once a popular choice to place the ashes of a loved one whilst it is becoming less so, there are still many who use the facility it would appear mainly for practical and connection reasons. The usually gardens […]

Medieval fashion – ashes launched from a Trebuchet or Catapult

Want Your Ashes Thrown from a Medieval Catapult? (Trebuchet Tributes) Flung from a mighty medieval war engine, soaring skyward to a drumbeat… then woosh — ashes drifting like silver confetti. Not everyone’s cup of mead, granted. But for battle-reenactors, engineers, and history buffs, the trebuchet has undeniable drama. Before we charge the battlements, a reality […]

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The Statutory Duty of English and Welsh Cremation Authorities in relation to the Disposal of Ashes

Statutory Duty of Cremation Authorities to Dispose of Ashes Respectfully This is a direct lift from the appropriate legislation including instrument number and revoked legislation, it is actually quite clear: (c) HM Government The Cremation (England and Wales) Regulations 2008 SI No. 2841 Came into force – 1st January 2009 PART 6 Disposal of ashes 30.—(1) Subject to […]

How should Cremation Authorities pack and dispatch ashes after cremation

Cremation Authorities: Packing and Dispatching Ashes Safely What should Crematoria do and what should you expect? The following is based on a Best practise briefing produced by the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities (UK), I have provided a link at the bottom to the actual guidance. In essence their primary responsibility is to ensure […]

Is there space for Columbariums to be an option for ashes the UK

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How columbarium niches provide a place for cremated remains Is there space for Columbariums to be an option for ashes the UK? I think so, in fact I think they are really overlooked in the UK. My only beef is the ones I see here in the UK and to a certain extent the US are a bit […]

Scattering in Maes y Mynydd – letting a friend go

A personal account of scattering ashes at a cherished Welsh location I came across a post by the artist and illustrator Jackie Morris, she has shared her experience of scattering the ashes of a close personal friend called Glyn. It is a lovely piece from a cleared talented artist. Strangely enough I had a look at her […]

Can you send cremation ashes in the post?

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Royal Mail Policy on Sending Ashes in the Post If you’re planning to send cremation ashes by post within the UK or abroad, it’s essential to understand the Royal Mail and Parcelforce regulations. The rules are quite strict — and for good reason — but there are safe, legal, and reliable ways to transport ashes […]

Barmouth, Cardigan Bay: North Wales Coast

Scattering Ashes at Sea Barmouth in Wales Location Barmouth, Cardigan Bay, Snowdonia National Park Area of operation Cardigan Bay Type of boat See picture above Duration of trip Depends on your wishes Capacity of boat 7 Refreshments NA Suitable urn Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead to them being blown about which some families […]

A service for Royal Navy who ‘Cross the Bar’

Committal of ashes to sea – A service for Military personal including Royal Navy & Royal Marines ‘crossing the bar‘ Every Seaman you ever speak to will tell you the sea runs right to their very core of their soul, for many the image of a burial at sea looms large in the imagination. Whilst burials at sea […]

Scattering Ashes – Welsh Historic Sites

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Good news for Welsh-origin families and lovers of Welsh historic sites: the historic-environment service Cadw offers a procedure by which scattering of ashes may be considered at its managed properties. What the application involvesFamilies, via the funeral director or representative, should submit a written request (by letter or email) to Cadw’s asset-management team. Basic information […]

Where have all the ashes gone? Changing social trends for cremation ashes in the UK

Here is a superb article from the Guardian written by Emma Cook concerning a study from 2006 entitled – Where have all the ashes gone? You may not be able to see them but they are all around us – dispersed upon the remote peaks of Snowdon and Ben Nevis, scattered behind trees in national […]