Where to scatter ashes in Birmingham

For many people, scattering ashes is a deeply personal moment. It can be a really meaningful way to say goodbye and it’s important to take time to plan ahead and ensure you choose the right location for you and your loved one.

While some people choose to keep ashes at home in an urn, many people scatter ashes around natural beauty spots, usually places that have special memories attached to them.

Scattering ashes is a great way of honouring your loved ones and in the UK people are generally allowed to scatter ashes anywhere. This can be along a river, in the sea, under a tree, at the beach or even on private land.

To scatter ashes in the sea or in a river then you do not need to have permission but there are some guidelines to follow and it’s recommended you seek advice from the environmental agency. For places inland it’s generally safe, but there are guidelines in place to protect nature and permission may need to be granted from the landowner. 

As Birmingham is full of unique and special places, there are many places for family and friends to scatter ashes, from the canals to your loved one’s favourite place in Sutton Park. 

Find your funeral director in Birmingham who will help you arrange a cremation and give you ideas of a meaningful place to scatter your loved one’s ashes.

If your loved one spent time along the canals in and around Birmingham, then scattering their ashes along the waterways can be a fitting tribute. Why not gather some friends and family and take a boat ride together? You can share a few words about the person who’s died and scatter their ashes in their favourite places. 

You could also scatter the ashes from a favourite bridge overlooking the canal or from the banks if you don’t wish to go out on the water. 

When scattering ashes in a canal, you will need to obtain permission from the local authority in the area you wish to scatter the ashes. As the canals spread across Birmingham and nearing towns, you’ll need to check which authority to contact. 

You will also need to contact the local canal and river trust or British Waterways. 

These will provide you with the permission to scatter your loved one’s ashes in a canal or river. It's best to obtain permission to avoid anything ruining this special and meaningful moment. You can ask your registrar at the crematorium or your funeral director for help if you’re not sure.

Sutton Park is a fantastic place to scatter your loved one’s ashes. The huge park is close to the city centre and features heathland, woodlands, wetlands, marshes, and lakes. The park is bursting with wildlife, history, and a wonderful landscape. It's the fitting place to scatter the ashes if they loved nature. 

Check with the local council whether you will need a permit to scatter your ashes here. As it’s a nature reserve, it's best to check beforehand. Rules are often subject to change, so be sure to gather the correct information to avoid any issues. If the person who’s died enjoyed the park or had a passion for nature, it's a great location to scatter their ashes. 

It's also easy to get to, and there are plenty of facilities on hand for those travelling to be there when you scatter the ashes. You can invite friends and family to walk around the park sharing memories then find the perfect location, and scatter your loved one’s ashes. 

Finally, we have the Shropshire Hills. This area of outstanding natural beauty is a fantastic place to scatter the ashes of your loved one. Whether they enjoyed the wind on their face, the smell of the outdoors, or spent hours rambling across these hills, it is a fitting final resting place for many. 

Why not gather some family and friends and have them walk one of your loved one’s favourite walks together? From here, you can find a meaningful spot to scatter their ashes that can be revisited if you wish. 

It’s important to check with the landowner and ask for permission to scatter ashes.

Scattering your loved ones ashes at the Shropshire Hills can take place over a whole day out, where you can remember the person who’s died, share stories, and say your goodbyes. It's the ideal location for those that love nature and is an excellent place for you to return to should you wish to pay your respects.