Scattering of Ashes at Sea

Why it is so rewarding and comforting to scatter your loved ones ashes at sea

  • Scattering of Ashes

    Saying that final goodbye can be one of the hardest moments within the process of grieving. For many this is a very important time, some call call this moment “moving on” or “letting go”
    For most people it is an appropriate time to also experience something good, wholesome & natural. Where there is something reassuring about sharing the natural environment, in which you have just said your final goodbyes to a loved one.

  • Welcome Aboard

    Our charter vessel the "KATRINA" is based at Sovereign Harbour in Eastbourne, Sussex. The vessel is a 40 foot twin screw "Aquastar" fully licensed & insured to carry up to 12 passengers. She has a large open area at the stern of the vessel which allows the opportunity for family & friends to scatter their loved ones ashes in complete safety within the waters of the Sussex Coastline.

  • What's Included

    Our fully licensed and very experienced skipper will ask whether you have any preferred location or preferences in which to scatter the ashes, or if you are unsure he will suggest possible, popular sites for you to consider.
    Upon completion, and during the return journey you will be offered free Tea/Coffee and our very popular dunking biscuits. If sea conditions deem it unsafe to give you hot drinks this will then be offered once back inside the confines of the harbour.

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The Actual Scattering of Ashes

When you actually scatter your loved ones ashes, & if you wish any flowers or petals. You might want the time to say important things, recount memories, Read a poem or prayer that has particular significance, perhaps with some music which has special memories, or just the time alone to reflect.

Scattering the Ashes of a loved one at sea can help you to do just that.

Somehow you want to be sure that the mood is right and that the setting is both special and appropriate to the family, friends and the deceased persons final wishes.
As one writer put it. There is something that touches the eternal in the sea, the wind in your hair, the open space, the sound of water lapping on the hull.
All does its bit to bring something quite comforting, and healing into your day, whilst also honouring your loved ones final request,
to be scattered on the sea that they loved or close to a certain place they loved to visit.

This can be an important responsibility to fulfil. Why not let us assist you in completing this.

We will endeavour to ensure that your time aboard with us will be a fitting & appropriate response to your loved ones final request.

What Happens and is Included in Our Services

This is a Service that we have been offering for many years now, to many people from all over the world, not just this country & for all denominations.
We offer you exclusive use of our services for the duration that you require... Whether it be morning, afternoon or of an evening for those who find it difficult to attend during the day.

Upon completion a "Certificate of Committal" for those ashes scattered at Sea will be prepared. This certificate will include the deceased persons name & the time & position of the scattering.
When this has been prepared, the certificate will then be emailed to you so that it allows yourself & other members of your party to print off a copy.



Subject to our British weather, we have pleasure in offering clients both old & new, our services throughout the year.

Contact Us

For further information on types of Services and availability please contact us, so that we may help you through this very special moment.

Mobile: 07860 421401