What to Do with Ashes in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire takes in the honey-stone villages of the Cotswolds, the ancient woodland of the Forest of Dean and the wide Severn Vale in between. It's a county many people feel deeply attached to, and families often want a memorial that reflects that, whether it's a quiet spot in the hills, a woodland setting or a keepsake to keep close. For ideas, see our memorial ideas for ashes.

Memorial glass jewellery

Evermore Glass is a small studio at Aust, by the Severn, run by glass artist Sally Carver, who has been lampworking since 1999. She hand-fuses a small amount of ashes into vibrant Murano glass to make pendants, charm beads, earrings and cufflinks, and makes every piece herself. See all memorial jewellery in Gloucestershire.

More options nearby

For natural burial, neighbouring Bristol, Wiltshire, Worcestershire and Herefordshire all have sites within reach, and Oxfordshire has Fairspear on the edge of the Cotswolds.

Can I scatter ashes in the Cotswolds?

Usually yes, but you need permission from whoever owns the land. Most of the Cotswolds is farmland or privately owned, so check before you go. Read our guide to where you can't scatter ashes in the UK for more.

Can I scatter ashes in the Forest of Dean?

You'll need permission first. Much of the Forest of Dean is managed by Forestry England. Read our guide to where you can't scatter ashes in the UK, which includes guidance from Forestry England.

Can I scatter ashes in the River Severn?

Scattering on rivers is generally allowed without a licence, but you'll need permission to access the bank and should avoid busy stretches and spots near drinking water intakes. The Severn has strong tides and a fast bore on some stretches, so choose a safe spot. Our guide to where you can't scatter ashes in the UK explains the rules.

Find memorial glass jewellery and ashes keepsakes in Gloucestershire, from the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean to the Severn Vale.