Queensferry, Firth of Forth
Queensferry, with its iconic views of the Forth Bridges and the tranquil waters of the Firth of Forth, offers a breathtaking setting for scattering ashes. This location combines Scotland’s rich history with stunning natural beauty, providing a serene and meaningful farewell in a truly memorable environment.
| Location | Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, which is 50yds from the famous Forth Bridge. |
| Area of operation | Within 15 miles of South Queensferry |
| Type of boat | See picture above also a Rib available |
| Duration of trip | 30 to 40 minutes – available from April to October, but we can accommodate small groups on our Cabin RIB November to March. |
| Capacity of boat | 225 |
| Refreshments | They have a full bar on-board and can also provide catering for a longer cruise if desired. |
| Disabled Access | No disabled access |
| Average response time to enquiries | Average response time is 2-3 working day at most. |
| Closed periods | Closed for 2 weeks over Christmas and New Yea |
| Additional info | They tend to offer this service at the end of the usual day timetable running to Inchcolm. |
| Ceremony | Scattering ashes directly onto the water can lead to them being blown about which some families may find distressing. We supply a wide range of urns specifically designed for water ceremonies. They are all 100% biodegradable and will dissolve in water – please follow the link: Water Urns We also supply a water ceremony set which includes a water urn, flower petals for scattering, Promises – dissolvable notelets for scattering with the ashes, a certificate to record the ceremony, and our award winning (and rated 5* on Amazon) guide book: follow the link – 4th Ceremony Set |
| Cost | £325 for a 30 -40 minute cruise Customers must pay in full to make a confirmed booking. |
| Recording your Scattering | Record a location where you have scattered your loved-one’s ashes so generations to come can find them for all time on The Ashes Register |
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