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We all grieve differently, and keeping the ashes outside can be an excellent choice for some people. It may also be the wish of the one who passed away. Keeping the ashes in a lovely outdoor space can give the loved one a sense of connection and allow them to be at one with nature.

It may surprise you to learn that the most common and popular form of funeral in the UK is cremation, and it has been for some time now. While there is a lot of pain, sadness, and stress surrounding this important event, it can be exceptionally comforting for the loved ones to know that they can hold on to the ashes of the deceased.

As cremation continues to be the most popular form of funeral in the UK, there is a growing need for people to take care of transporting the ashes of loved ones from one place to another. If you have never had to deal with cremated ashes before, or you are just checking on the ins and outs of the process involved. You may not realize how common it is for ashes to be transported over large distances. Occasionally, this is necessary when they are being sent back to another member of the deceased’s family, to be scattered at a location significant to the deceased, or if they are cremated abroad to repatriate their remains back home.

There are so many things you need to take care of when a loved one passes away, and you decide to have their ashes cremated. One issue that you may not even have considered that can be frustrating, intimidating, and more than a little stressful is transporting the cremated ashes of your deceased loved one abroad.

When a loved one dies, and you are responsible for taking care of the cremated ashes following their cremation, there are many considerations you may never have thought about until you are in that situation. One in particular that can be pretty confusing and intimidating is how to transport the cremated ashes of a loved one when you need to take them to another part of the UK or somewhere international.

The grieving process is an incredibly unique and personal experience. So, it is essential to remember that when organising a scattering ashes ceremony. To simplify things for you, we've created this guide. It explains everything you need to know about holding this type of ceremony in the UK to honour and celebrate your loved one's life as you bid farewell.

Losing a pet can be one of the most heart-wrenching experiences in life. As you navigate through the waves of grief, here are six things your beloved pet would want you to remember.

Cremation, for a long time, has been a more popular option for people in the UK after death compared to the more traditional burial option. Despite cremation in its growing popularity, you may still need to learn the ins and outs of this process and what happens following it.

If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, whether it's a close relative or friend, and have to take care of the funeral arrangements, you may be considering a cremation. One of the first things you will want to know is how much a cremation costs. Generally, a standard cremation with service costs around £3,673 in the UK. This number will depend greatly on where you are having the cremation in the country and how personalised the event will be.

Pets, particularly in the United Kingdom and anywhere in the world, are seen as more than just animals by most owners. They are a part of the household and family. In keeping with that fact, a growing trend over the last couple of decades has been for owners to arrange a pet cremation when their beloved cat, dog or other types of pet passes away. While there are a lot of similarities to traditional human cremations if you are new to the whole business.