Ashes Scattering Service
At Humber Helm, we understand how important it is to find the right place to say goodbye. The River Ouse and Humber Estuary offer a peaceful and natural setting where family can gather to remember a loved one and celebrate their life in a personal and meaningful way.
Departing from Viking Marina in Goole, our private ash scattering trips provide the time and space needed for a dignified farewell. The journey takes place aboard our 6.5-metre RIB with space for up to three guests alongside the skipper, creating a private and intimate setting for reflection, remembrance and a final goodbye.
Depending on weather and tidal conditions, journeys may include the historic waters around Goole, the dramatic confluence of the Rivers Ouse and Trent at Trent Falls, or the beautiful estuary reaches near RSPB Blacktoft Sands Nature Reserve. Each voyage is carefully planned to provide a suitable location for the scattering of ashes while allowing family members time to pause, reflect and share memories.
Our service is entirely private, allowing you to choose a simple and quiet farewell or include personal readings, music, flowers or a moment of remembrance on the water. We aim to make the experience as relaxed and supportive as possible, with every trip tailored to your wishes.
Whether you are honouring a lifelong connection with Yorkshire's waterways, a love of the water, or simply seeking a peaceful setting for a final goodbye, Humber Helm can help create a respectful and memorable tribute to your loved one.
Accessibility
Viking Marina offers a short, level walk from the car park to the pontoon. Passengers must, however, be able to step down into the boat when boarding and step back ashore at the end of the trip.
Unfortunately, due to the size and layout of the vessel, wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on board. If you have any questions regarding mobility or accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss whether the trip is suitable for your needs.
Discuss Your Requirements
Please contact us to discuss your requirements. We will be happy to talk through the options and help you arrange a fitting tribute for your loved one.
T: 07354 255312
E: office@humberhelm.co.uk
What to Expect
Our ash scattering trips are designed to be private, personal and unhurried. Depending on your wishes, the journey typically lasts between one and four hours, allowing plenty of time to travel to a suitable location, pause for reflection, and remember your loved one without feeling rushed.
The trip takes place aboard our 6.5-metre RIB, with space for up to three guests in addition to the skipper. This creates a peaceful and intimate setting, allowing a quiet moment of remembrance together on the water. We can offer a two-boat solution for groups of up to seven mourners when needed.
Guests are welcome to bring their own refreshments should they wish, and our waterside training cabin can be made available for complimentary tea and coffee afterwards.
Free parking is available at the marina.
We will provide life jackets for you to wear on the water.
A Personal Farewell
Every farewell is different. Some families prefer a quiet moment on the water with only close relatives present, while others choose to share memories, read a poem or scatter flowers alongside the ashes. We are happy to work with you to create a simple and respectful journey that reflects the wishes and personality of your loved one.
Above all, our aim is to provide a peaceful setting where family and friends can take time to remember, reflect and say goodbye in their own way.
Scattering Ashes on the River Ouse & Humber Estuary
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The Boat House, Viking Marina, Albert Street, Goole, DN14 5SY