Keeping Ashes at Home

Many families choose to keep ashes at home after a cremation.

For some, having a loved one close by brings comfort and can provide a sense of connection during the grieving process. Ashes are often kept in an urn, decorative container or memorial display.

While this may feel right initially, some families later decide they would prefer a dedicated place of remembrance where future generations can visit and reflect.

There is no time limit on making this decision, and many people choose to keep ashes at home while they consider their options.

Memorial Keepsakes

Another option is to incorporate a small amount of ashes into a keepsake or piece of memorial jewellery.

This might include:

• Memorial jewellery
• Glass ornaments
• Artwork
• Decorative keepsakes

These items can provide a personal way to remember a loved one and are often chosen alongside another option, such as keeping ashes at home or laying them to rest in a permanent location.

Scattering Ashes

Scattering ashes is an option that some families consider following a cremation.

This often takes place in a location that held special meaning to a loved one, such as a favourite countryside spot, coastline or garden.

Before scattering ashes, it is important to ensure you have permission from the landowner where required.

Families may also wish to consider whether they would like a permanent place to visit and remember their loved one in the future.

For this reason, many people choose to explore other options that provide a dedicated place of remembrance.

Can You Bury Ashes After Cremation?

Yes.

Many people are surprised to learn that cremated remains can be buried after cremation, even if the cremation took place months or years ago.

Burying ashes provides a permanent resting place where family and friends can visit, reflect and remember.

Ashes can be buried in a variety of locations, including:

• Traditional cemeteries
• Churchyards, where permitted
• Family land, subject to permissions
• Natural burial grounds

For many families, burying ashes offers peace of mind and the comfort of knowing their loved one has a dedicated place of remembrance.

What Is an Ashes Interment?

You may hear the term ashes interment when researching options for cremated remains.

An ashes interment is simply the formal name for burying ashes in a permanent resting place. This can take place in a cemetery, churchyard or natural burial ground.

While the term may sound unfamiliar, many families choose an ashes interment because it provides a lasting place to remember and visit a loved one.

Natural Ash Interment at Leedam Natural Burials

Many families come to us months or even years after a cremation, having kept ashes at home while deciding what felt right.

Choosing a natural resting place can provide a sense of comfort and reassurance that a loved one has been laid to rest in a meaningful environment.

For those looking for a peaceful and environmentally conscious place to lay ashes to rest, our natural burial grounds offer a beautiful alternative to traditional cemeteries.

Burying ashes at our natural burial grounds allows families to create a lasting place of remembrance within a living landscape.

Surrounded by nature, these spaces provide somewhere to visit, reflect and remember throughout the changing seasons.

Families can choose a Leedam Natural Burial Ground from across England, Wales and Scotland, each offering its own unique setting and character.

Many families tell us they find comfort in knowing there is a dedicated place to visit, particularly if they have been keeping ashes at home for some time or are looking for an alternative to scattering them.

An ashes interment combines remembrance with a lasting connection to the natural world, creating a meaningful tribute that can be appreciated for generations to come.

Finding the Right Choice for Your Family

Every family is different, and there is no single answer when it comes to deciding what to do with ashes after cremation.

Whether you choose to keep ashes at home, create a memorial keepsake or explore an ashes interment, the most important thing is choosing an option that feels right for you and your loved one.

If you would like to learn more about ashes interment and our natural burial grounds, we are always happy to answer questions and help you explore the options available.