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Ashes Scattering Overlooking Rugby Stadiums
A Meaningful Tribute for Lifelong Rugby Fans
For many, rugby isn’t just a sport. It’s identity, community, and a lifetime of memories.
The UK's highest rated ashes scattering service
Multi award winning drone memorial service
Five star reviews from families across the UK
Fully licensed and insured operators
Professional and respectful ceremonies
Multi-award winning
Multi award winning drone memorial service
Five star reviews from families across the UK
Fully licensed and insured operators
Professional and respectful ceremonies
The stadium is visible or closely associated
The setting is peaceful and appropriate for a memorial All activity is safe, legal, and professionally managed This ensures a dignified, respectful, and compliant ceremony at all times. Popular Rugby Locations Principality Stadium & Cardiff Arms Park A truly iconic setting. The River Taff runs directly alongside the stadium, offering a powerful and meaningful location overlooking Welsh rugby’s spiritual home. Recreation Ground Bath (Bath Rugby) The Rec sits beside the River Avon, creating one of the most natural and tranquil rugby-linked memorial settings in the UK. Swansea Rugby Locations (River Tawe & Coastal Options) In Swansea, we can arrange ceremonies near the River Tawe or coastline, offering scenic options connected to the city’s rugby heritage. Why Families Choose Aerial Ashes
Why Families Choose Aerial Ashes
✔ A unique and personal tribute connected to a lifelong passion
✔ Professional drone operation with full planning and permissions
✔ Safe, controlled ashes release avoiding common DIY issues
✔ Beautiful natural settings near iconic rugby venues
✔ Optional tribute video or live stream for those who cannot attend
This is about creating a moment that feels right, not just completing a task
A Thoughtful Alternative to DIY Scattering Many families initially consider scattering ashes themselves. However, common challenges include: Ashes blowing back or onto those present Difficulty finding an appropriate and permitted location Lack of structure or ceremony Stress at an already emotional time Our service ensures everything is handled with care, precision, and respect, so you can focus on the moment.
How It Works
Tell us about your loved one
Their connection to rugby, favourite team, and preferred location
We identify the best nearby scattering site
Based on visibility, safety, and permissions
We plan and deliver the ceremony
Including all logistics, risk assessments, and flight operations
You receive a meaningful, lasting tribute
With optional video and imagery to remember the day
Pricing
Our full-service ceremonies typically start from £1,495, including: Location planning and permissions Travel anywhere in the UK Professional drone operation Full ceremony delivery Optional extras: Tribute video: £745 Live stream: £745 Ask Us About a Rugby-Themed Ceremony Every location is different, and availability depends on safety, permissions, and conditions. If you’re considering a rugby-related ashes scattering, we’ll guide you through the best options available. Ask us to find out more and explore what’s possible
No. Ashes are released into the sky near the stadium skyline overlooking the waterfront. Ashes are not released directly over the pitch itself as this is not permitted.
Yes. Families are welcome to attend and witness the tribute.
Many families choose to have the ceremony filmed so they can keep and share the moment.
Every ceremony is conducted with dignity, care and professionalism.
Ceremonies take place over water near the Liverpool waterfront with the stadium visible in the distance.
No. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the club or stadium.
Read what our families Say About Us.
Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matt was professional, kind and considerate. Communication was excellent throughout the process and as a family we are so happy that we chose to use Ariel ashes. We trusted Matt entirely and would recommend others to choose such a fantastic team to carry out their loved one’s final wishes. Lastly, to have a video that we are able to share with friends and family who were unable to attend on the day is invaluable. Unique and spectacular! Many thanks.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matt and the team are very professional in their approach to giving service to such a personal occasion. They made us feel at ease and, with care and compassion the ashes ceremony was beautifully carried out. With live streaming and a video keepsake for those unable to attend it is a truly a complete and satisfying memory to cherish for all the family.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Aerial Ashes Ltd came to Trearddur Bay yesterday to scatter my brother's ashes by drone. My cousin, her husband and two friends joined me for this special occasion. We all gathered at 7 am and the weather was perfect. In a strange way it was enjoyable and not sombre and a wonderful way to celebrate my brother's life - he was always adventurous and I hope he would have been pleased. Thank you Aerial Ashes for making this a perfect day.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The day was a perfect, not a cloud in the sky, about 50 degrees, quiet, peaceful with the songs of many birds in the air along the River bank of the Thames. The selection of a resting place for our loved one was thoughtfully done. We could not have picked a more perfect place ourselves. Aerial Ashes looked after all the logistical details, which allowed our family to focus on the remembrance and memories of our loved one. We came away from the scattering experience feeling we had done what our loved one wanted and that our family member will rest in peace knowing she was loved and well remembered. We carry with us now good the memories of the day which honored the legacy of love and joy of our loved one. This will forever dwell in our hearts as a gentle reminder of the beautiful soul that graced our lives.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow, it's hard to put into words what a wonderful experience we had with Aerial Ashes. Right from the first contact enquiring about scattering my Dad's ashes at sea off Aldeburgh Beach through to and including the actual scattering, we couldn't have asked for better. Christopher was friendly, efficient, accommodating and extremely professional throughout. As a result we had complete faith in him, no stress at all, which enabled us to concentrate on farewelling Dad in the way he wished. On the morning itself Christopher was joined by his colleague Matt who was equally lovely. They handled Dad's ashes very respectfully and liaised well with our priest who gave the committal service during which the drone carrying Dad's ashes was launched. The flight itself was beautiful, no rush, the drone flew around for a while while we watched, it was all so peaceful. When the ashes were finally released it almost felt spiritual, so gentle and peaceful...we watched as they floated and then gently disappeared. What a wonderful experience, it has really helped my family in our grief. The whole event was conducted sensitively and professionally by Christopher and Matt who made it all feel very personal, at no time did I feel that this was 'just a job' to them. Although they didn't know Dad, I felt as if they did and that we were a team on the day. We had the flight filmed by Matt via a second drone. The resulting video was sent to us within 3 days of the event and is very high quality - high and low resolution versions with some stills also. My family and I will cherish these forever. I highly recommend Aerial Ashes to you!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great company, highly recommend !Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the first point of contact to the aerial scattering of our relative's ashes Christopher was a delight to deal with, blending efficiency with respect and perfectly fulfulling our relative's expressed wish to be cast into the sky from a height. Wholeheartedly recommend Aerial Ashes to anyone looking for this unique service.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very compassionate and understanding. Time keeping and contact was excellent at each stage of the process. Would highly recommend the company.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Christopher and the Aerial Ashes team handled our special occasion sensitively and with a real attention to detail. Everyone in the family commented on how beautiful the experience was, and how the team struck just exactly the right tone throughout. I have no hesitation in recommending the team and their service. An immense thanks from us all.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had the pleasure of meeting the team from Aerial Ashes when we decided to release our Dad's ashes by drone over one of his favourite places. The lads where Amazing such kind and caring people who took the time to speak to everyone and explain anything that was asked. It's a different and unique way of releasing ashes by air and it bridged the generation gap and made everyone in attendance feel included very different than the usual way of scattering ashes. What started as a sad day for final farewells ended with sharing memories of happier times and gave us memories that will last forever. We can not thank aerial ashes enough for all they did on the day to make the day special for young and old
Jo Osborn
"Christopher and the Aerial Ashes team handled our special occasion sensitively and with a real attention to detail. Everyone in the family commented on how beautiful the experience was, and how the team struck just exactly the right tone throughout. I have no hesitation in recommending the team and their service. An immense thanks from us all."
Gillian Fox
"From the first point of contact to the aerial scattering of our relative's ashes Christopher was a delight to deal with, blending efficiency with respect and perfectly fulfulling our relative's expressed wish to be cast into the sky from a height. Wholeheartedly recommend Aerial Ashes to anyone looking for this unique service."
Isabel Scott
"Very compassionate and understanding. Time keeping and contact was excellent at each stage of the process. Would highly recommend the company.
Read what our families Say About Us.
Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matt was professional, kind and considerate. Communication was excellent throughout the process and as a family we are so happy that we chose to use Ariel ashes. We trusted Matt entirely and would recommend others to choose such a fantastic team to carry out their loved one’s final wishes. Lastly, to have a video that we are able to share with friends and family who were unable to attend on the day is invaluable. Unique and spectacular! Many thanks.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matt and the team are very professional in their approach to giving service to such a personal occasion. They made us feel at ease and, with care and compassion the ashes ceremony was beautifully carried out. With live streaming and a video keepsake for those unable to attend it is a truly a complete and satisfying memory to cherish for all the family.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Aerial Ashes Ltd came to Trearddur Bay yesterday to scatter my brother's ashes by drone. My cousin, her husband and two friends joined me for this special occasion. We all gathered at 7 am and the weather was perfect. In a strange way it was enjoyable and not sombre and a wonderful way to celebrate my brother's life - he was always adventurous and I hope he would have been pleased. Thank you Aerial Ashes for making this a perfect day.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The day was a perfect, not a cloud in the sky, about 50 degrees, quiet, peaceful with the songs of many birds in the air along the River bank of the Thames. The selection of a resting place for our loved one was thoughtfully done. We could not have picked a more perfect place ourselves. Aerial Ashes looked after all the logistical details, which allowed our family to focus on the remembrance and memories of our loved one. We came away from the scattering experience feeling we had done what our loved one wanted and that our family member will rest in peace knowing she was loved and well remembered. We carry with us now good the memories of the day which honored the legacy of love and joy of our loved one. This will forever dwell in our hearts as a gentle reminder of the beautiful soul that graced our lives.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow, it's hard to put into words what a wonderful experience we had with Aerial Ashes. Right from the first contact enquiring about scattering my Dad's ashes at sea off Aldeburgh Beach through to and including the actual scattering, we couldn't have asked for better. Christopher was friendly, efficient, accommodating and extremely professional throughout. As a result we had complete faith in him, no stress at all, which enabled us to concentrate on farewelling Dad in the way he wished. On the morning itself Christopher was joined by his colleague Matt who was equally lovely. They handled Dad's ashes very respectfully and liaised well with our priest who gave the committal service during which the drone carrying Dad's ashes was launched. The flight itself was beautiful, no rush, the drone flew around for a while while we watched, it was all so peaceful. When the ashes were finally released it almost felt spiritual, so gentle and peaceful...we watched as they floated and then gently disappeared. What a wonderful experience, it has really helped my family in our grief. The whole event was conducted sensitively and professionally by Christopher and Matt who made it all feel very personal, at no time did I feel that this was 'just a job' to them. Although they didn't know Dad, I felt as if they did and that we were a team on the day. We had the flight filmed by Matt via a second drone. The resulting video was sent to us within 3 days of the event and is very high quality - high and low resolution versions with some stills also. My family and I will cherish these forever. I highly recommend Aerial Ashes to you!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great company, highly recommend !Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the first point of contact to the aerial scattering of our relative's ashes Christopher was a delight to deal with, blending efficiency with respect and perfectly fulfulling our relative's expressed wish to be cast into the sky from a height. Wholeheartedly recommend Aerial Ashes to anyone looking for this unique service.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very compassionate and understanding. Time keeping and contact was excellent at each stage of the process. Would highly recommend the company.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Christopher and the Aerial Ashes team handled our special occasion sensitively and with a real attention to detail. Everyone in the family commented on how beautiful the experience was, and how the team struck just exactly the right tone throughout. I have no hesitation in recommending the team and their service. An immense thanks from us all.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had the pleasure of meeting the team from Aerial Ashes when we decided to release our Dad's ashes by drone over one of his favourite places. The lads where Amazing such kind and caring people who took the time to speak to everyone and explain anything that was asked. It's a different and unique way of releasing ashes by air and it bridged the generation gap and made everyone in attendance feel included very different than the usual way of scattering ashes. What started as a sad day for final farewells ended with sharing memories of happier times and gave us memories that will last forever. We can not thank aerial ashes enough for all they did on the day to make the day special for young and old
Jo Osborn
"Christopher and the Aerial Ashes team handled our special occasion sensitively and with a real attention to detail. Everyone in the family commented on how beautiful the experience was, and how the team struck just exactly the right tone throughout. I have no hesitation in recommending the team and their service. An immense thanks from us all."
Gillian Fox
"From the first point of contact to the aerial scattering of our relative's ashes Christopher was a delight to deal with, blending efficiency with respect and perfectly fulfulling our relative's expressed wish to be cast into the sky from a height. Wholeheartedly recommend Aerial Ashes to anyone looking for this unique service."
Isabel Scott
"Very compassionate and understanding. Time keeping and contact was excellent at each stage of the process. Would highly recommend the company.
Frequently Asked Questions
A celebration of life is a personalised way to honour someone who has passed away. Unlike a traditional funeral, it focuses on memories, personality, and meaningful experiences rather than formal structure.
Many families now choose modern celebration of life ideas such as outdoor ceremonies, memorial events, or ashes scattering in special locations.
Some of the most popular celebration of life ideas include:
Aerial ashes scattering by drone
Memorial tree planting
Sea or river scattering ceremonies
Celebration of life gatherings or parties
Memorial jewellery or glass art
Charity events in their name
More families are now choosing unique celebration of life ideas that reflect hobbies, passions, or favourite places.
In many cases, yes. A growing number of families are choosing celebration of life ideas instead of traditional funerals, or combining the two.
This allows for:
More flexibility
A more personal experience
A focus on positive memories
One of the most unique and meaningful options is aerial ashes scattering by drone.
It allows ashes to be released in a peaceful, controlled way over meaningful locations, such as:
The sea or coastline
Countryside or private land
Overlooking a football or rugby stadium
This creates a powerful visual tribute that families often describe as unforgettable.
A celebration of life can take place at any time:
Shortly after cremation
Weeks or months later
On a meaningful anniversary
This flexibility is one of the reasons celebration of life ideas are becoming more popular.
Celebration of life ceremonies can take place almost anywhere, including:
Beaches or coastal areas
Parks or countryside
Gardens or private land
Meaningful public locations (with permission)
Some families also choose ashes scattering overlooking a stadium or special place, creating a deeply personal tribute
While many people consider doing it themselves, DIY scattering can be unpredictable.
Common issues include:
Ashes blowing back onto family members
Ashes sticking to surfaces or clothing
Difficulty controlling the direction of release
This is why many families choose a professional service, particularly for important or once-in-a-lifetime ceremonies.
How does aerial ashes scattering by drone work?
A professional drone is used to release ashes from height in a controlled and respectful way.
This is why many families choose a professional service, particularly for important or once-in-a-lifetime ceremonies. How does aerial ashes scattering by drone work? A professional drone is used to release ashes from height in a controlled and respectful way.
Yes, ashes can be scattered over water such as the sea or rivers, subject to local guidelines.
However, manual scattering over water can result in:
Ashes blowing back
Ashes forming a visible layer on the surface
Aerial scattering allows ashes to disperse naturally over a wider area, creating a more elegant result.
Ashes cannot usually be scattered inside stadiums.
However, it is often possible to scatter ashes nearby and overlooking the stadium, where:
The pitch remains visible
The location is safe and permitted
The moment still feels deeply connected
This has become one of the most meaningful celebration of life ideas for sports fans.
Costs vary depending on the type of tribute: DIY or simple gatherings: low cost Keepsakes (jewellery, glass): moderate cost Professional ceremonies (e.g. drone scattering): premium Many families feel the cost is justified for a once-in-a-lifetime, meaningful send-off. What is the best celebration of life idea? There is no single “best” option. The right choice depends on: The person’s personality Their passions and interests What feels meaningful to family and friends For many, the best option is something that combines: A beautiful location A shared experience A lasting memory Can you combine multiple celebration of life ideas? Yes, and this is often the most powerful approach. For example: Aerial ashes scattering + tribute video Celebration event + memory table Tree planting + private ceremony Combining ideas creates a more complete and personal tribute. Are celebration of life ideas suitable for pets? Absolutely. Many people choose celebration of life ceremonies for pets, including: Ashes scattering in favourite walking spots Garden memorials Keepsake jewellery These can be just as meaningful as human ceremonies.
One of the most unique and meaningful options is aerial ashes scattering by drone.
It allows ashes to be released in a peaceful, controlled way over meaningful locations, such as:
The sea or coastline
Countryside or private land
Overlooking a football or rugby stadium
This creates a powerful visual tribute that families often describe as unforgettable.
How do I choose the right celebration of life idea?
Start by asking:
What did they love most?
Where did they feel happiest?
Do we want something private or shared?
From there, explore options that reflect those answers.
Need Help Choosing the Right Celebration of Life Idea?
If you're unsure what feels right, it helps to speak to someone experienced in creating meaningful tributes.
Modern options like aerial ashes scattering often become the perfect solution families didn’t know existed until they explored them.