Scattering of Ashes Policy
OCTOBER 2020
CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
2. OBJECTIVES OF THE POLICY
3. GENERAL
4. SCATTERING OF ASHES
5. ADVICE FOR RECORDING OF WHERE ASHES ARE SCATTERED
6. SCATTERING OF ASHES REQUEST FORM
1. INTRODUCTION
a. This policy addresses how the scattering of human ashes at Boston Road Cemetery, Spilsby should be carried out. This is to ensure that the issue is managed for the mutual benefit of all users.
b. It is intended that this policy will cover the broad common issues, the content of this policy will be revised as necessary to meet changing circumstances and trends. The policy will be reviewed annually.
c. The scattering of ashes is available to residents and non-residents of Spilsby.
2. OBJECTIVES OF THE POLICY
a. The Council is seeking to ensure that it is adopting a clear, measurable and sympathetic approach to the management of its facilities, which will take account of the sometimes-contrasting needs of a variety of users.
b. Any complaints relating to this policy will be dealt with through the Council’s Complaints Procedure.
3. GENERAL
a. All applications to scatter ashes should be completed on the official form which can be found at item 6.
b. The ashes can either be scattered on an existing grave space of a relative or in the memorial area.
c. Memorials may be placed in the memorial area with prior permission of the Council. These must be flat, cremation type plaques. There is a fee for plaques.
d. The Council reserves the right to removed any memorials placed without the agreement of the Council.
e. The cost for scattering of ashes and provision of a plaque will be as advertised on the Council’s current Cemetery Policy.
f. A copy of the cremation certificate will be required on application.
4. SCATTERING OF ASHES
a. Ashes shall only be scattered in a location agreed in advance by the Town Clerk or authorised officer, as a predetermined time, day and dates in consultation with the next of kin or executor.
b. No flowers or similar memorials shall be permitted to mark the occasion on the site any anytime other than a para 3c.
c. The ashes are not allowed to be scattered in one solid mass on the ground and must be scattered evenly.
d. Care should be taken when scattering ashes, be aware of the direction of wind and proximity of family members and other cemetery users.
e. Scattering of ashes is available Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm. A Council officer will also attend and give advice if needed.
5. ADVICE FOR RECORDING OF WHERE ASHES ARE SCATTERED
a. Keep a record for future generations. Things to record; -
i. Where- simple enough however be detailed
ii. What time of day
iii. When-the date, any particular reason why that date was chosen
iv. Why- stories will be passed down through generations to come
v. Who- who was there at this special occasion?
vi. Details/Readings- did everyone sprinkle ashes? Did anyone say a few words?
The following form is available to Download Here
SPILSBY TOWN COUNCIL
Application for Permission for the Scattering of Ashes
At Spilsby Cemetery
1. Name of deceased………………………………………………………………
2. Previous address…………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
3. Date of death………………. Date of cremation ………………………
4. Area requested for scattering………………………………………………….
5. I, (full name) ……………………………………………………………………….
Of(address)……………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………..
Telephone number ……………………………………………………………….
Hereby make application for the right to scatter the ashes of the above named in Spilsby
Cemetery (date and time) …………………………………………………………
6. I confirm that I am (relationship to the deceased) ………………………………
7. I will provide a copy of the cremation certificate.
To be signed by the person responsible for scattering the ashes
Signature of applicant: Date:
Please return this form to:
Town Clerk, Spilsby Town Council, Franklin Hall, Halton Road, Spilsby PE23 5LA
Tel: 01790 753189 email:spilsbytowncouncil@btconnect.com
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Name of Deceased …………………………………………………………………………….
Invoice issued: Date:……………………….Inits ………………..
Cremation certificate received YES/NO
FINAL PERMIT SCATTER ASHES IN SPILSBY CEMETERY
Permission is granted to to proceed with the
Date………….. ………………………………………………………
Town Clerk
Receipt Number