Location Leeds Dock Area of operation River Aire / Leeds Dock Type of boat Dutch water taxi Duration of trip 30-45 minutes Capacity of boat 12 Refreshments Can arrange drinks/ snacks with Northstar Coffee Ceremony Scattering Ashes (not the boat company) can supply a wide range of urns specifically designed for water ceremonies. They are […]
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John Noakes goes out with a Bang! Intrepid presenters’ final farewell
Even saying John Noakes’ name will bring a smile to your face if you are of certain age, what was one of the most loved icons of 70s children’s TV. From climbing Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square to sky diving. If Blue Peter had a task that needing a bit of derring-do, then he was […]
Continue readingMore TagCelebrity ash scattering ceremony at Clifford’s Tower in York
David Gest TV impresario and ex husband of Liza Minnelli passed away in April this year and after a public funeral in Golders Green in London, his nearest and dearest decided that York would be the most appropriate place to scatter his ashes. David loved the city and had said that was where he wished to […]
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Local Authorities are often at the sharp end of public anger when it comes to bereavement services, in extreme cases like the baby ashes scandal at Morten Hall or issues around removal of memorial items from a grave plot. I tend not to be partisan on behalf of the public, councils often have a difficult […]
Continue readingMore TagMeet Your Maker – Annie Leigh – Bespoke Urns
Annie Leigh Biodegradable water urns handmade, handpainted and completely bespoke. Our talented artist Annie Leigh hand makes these amazing urns using a papier-mâché technique gradually building up the shape and then hand painting it with exquisite designs. You can choose from a range of different ideas: for the classic English lady or gent what about […]
Continue readingMore TagScattering Ashes – Radio Controlled Helicopter: Yorkshire and beyond
If you want a send off with a difference. Something a bit special, then consider a aerial dispersal with the aid of a highly modified radio controlled helicopter. Your loved one is elevated making a 360 degree viewing over their favourite place before taking a last look at friends and family before climbing away. At an […]
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All left First TransPennine trains – umbrellas, well indeed I think all of us have done that at least once. The ashes slightly strange. I suppose if you put them on the seat beside you and then jump off in a bit of a rush its possible. However the odd part here is it would appear […]
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Hull City FC, known affectionately as the the Tigers, a have good positive policy on scattering of ashes at the club. They allow ashes to be scattered at the KC stadium. They informed us of the following: The ashes are normally scattered on a weekday as long as they don’t have any matches that day. […]
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I loved this story; there is something of the schoolboy, something of the epic, and a completeness about it. This story is about the explorer Frank Wild finally having his ashes laid to rest. He accompanied the Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton on four adventures to Antarctica as his second in commend – Shackleton described him […]
Continue readingMore TagFitting farewell to an old soldier: a paratroopers ashes scattered over Arnhem in Holland.
This is a great story of paratrooper, veteran of WWII and subsequent conflicts, having his ashes scattered at the site of one of the famous locations in airborne military history. Ernest Venus passed away earlier this year and his daughter Joan Venus Evans thought it would be a fitting tribute to have his ashes parachuted […]
Continue readingMore TagBurying cremation ashes at a family grave: frustrated by regulation and red tape
A lady from North Yorkshire has discovered the large amount of red tape and hurdles needed have her casket (cremation urn) buried at a family grave, and she has said that if it can’t be done legally then she would do it illegally. Mrs Rea wants to have her ashes buried in the same grave […]
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Scattering Ashes at Sea Whitby Yorkshire Location Whitby, North Yorkshire Area of operation Whitby and nearby areas Type of boat Bullet DS38 Islander Duration of trip Can be tailored to your requirements Capacity of boat Capacity is 12 with seating for 8 passengers Refreshments NA Additional info The boat is warm, safe and comfortable. […]
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Scattering Ashes at Sea Bridlington Yorkshire Location Bridlington, Yorkshire Area of operation Bridlington Bay as far south as Hornsea and north as far as Filey Bay including Flamborough Head and Bempton Type of boat 40 foot traditional wooden boat fully licensed and insured with plenty of seating. Duration of trip Usually an hour, but all […]
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Scattering Ashes at Sea Scarborough Yorkshire Location Scarborough Area of operation Up to 15 miles from Scarborough Type of boat 10.5m Carvel Built Duration of trip Can be tailored to your requirements and up to 4 hours Capacity of boat 35 Persons Refreshments Can be arranged. Additional info The boat is safe and comfortable. Providing […]
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