What to Do with Ashes in Lancashire

Find memorial glass art and handmade ashes jewellery in Lancashire, from Lancaster and Halton to Rossendale.

Lancashire runs from the sands of Morecambe Bay and the Fylde coast to the wild fells of the Forest of Bowland and the valleys of Rossendale. Families here often look for a keepsake made by a local craftsperson, or a quiet place on the coast or fells to scatter ashes. For more ideas, see our memorial ideas for ashes.

Memorial glass in Lancaster

Sarah Livingstone of With Love and Light is a glass artist with over ten years' experience, working alone from her studio at Halton Mill near Lancaster. Each piece uses only a small amount of ashes, and you can choose from her designs or commission something of your own. See all memorial art and glass in Lancashire.

Memorial jewellery

Keepsake Memorial Jewellery is a small family business in Rossendale making bespoke pieces in 925 silver and 9ct gold with ashes or hair, with free UK delivery. See all memorial jewellery in Lancashire.

Natural burial nearby

Just north of Lancaster, Dalton Woodland Burial Ground near Burton-in-Kendal in Cumbria looks out over Morecambe Bay. Merseyside and Greater Manchester also have natural burial grounds.

Can I scatter ashes on Morecambe Bay?

Take great care. The bay has fast tides and quicksand, so never walk out onto the sands. Scatter from a safe spot on the shore, with the landowner's permission.

Can I scatter ashes in the Forest of Bowland?

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

How much ashes does memorial glass need?

Only a small amount, usually a teaspoon or less, so the rest can be kept, scattered or shared.