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What to Do with Ashes in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Find handmade ashes jewellery, sea scattering and burial at sea information in Tyne and Wear, from Newcastle and Wallsend to Sunderland.



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Memoria Jewellery

Love From Laura Memorial Keepsakes

Tyne and Wear takes in Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland and the coast from Tynemouth to Seaham. The sea runs deep in the area's history, and a farewell on the water is a popular choice here. The area also has independent memorial jewellers making keepsakes by hand. For ideas, see our memorial ideas for ashes.

Memorial jewellery

Love From Laura in Wallsend has made memorial keepsakes for over eight years, setting ashes, hair, clothing fibres or breast milk in resin within precious metal settings. Memoria Jewellery in Sunderland handcrafts memorial rings and necklaces with a twelve month craftsmanship warranty. See all memorial jewellery in Tyne and Wear.

Natural burial nearby

For woodland burial, Tithe Green Blue House near Wingate in County Durham is a short drive south, and Northumberland has sea scattering around the Farne Islands.
Is burial at sea possible off Tynemouth? Yes. The waters off Tynemouth are one of only a few designated sites in England for full burial at sea, which needs a licence from the Marine Management Organisation.
Can I scatter ashes at sea off the North East coast? Yes, scattering ashes at sea doesn't need a licence. From the shore, check with the landowner first. Our guide to scattering ashes at sea covers what to expect.
Can I scatter ashes in the River Tyne? 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. Our guide to where you can't scatter ashes in the UK explains the rules.

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