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Bancroft Ashes Scattering
The Rita Ellen cruising the River Avon between the willows at Stratford-upon-Avon

A peaceful, private ceremony on the River Avon

Tailored ashes scattering cruises for everyone, religious or not.

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About us

Our friendly & caring service

For your ashes scattering we take family and friends onto the beautiful River Avon on our boat, The Rita Ellen. Over the years we have taken time to understand religions and cultures, so our service is personal.

Your choice

You may hold your ceremony with or without a priest, minister or celebrant.

A private charter

Your cruise is for you, family and friends only.

Refreshments

Enjoy a lovely cup of our signature Masala Chai, breakfast tea or fresh coffee, with biscuits.

Your ceremony

Out into the countryside

For your ceremony or memory cruise, we take you to a pretty spot away from the busy Stratford town centre. The cruise lasts around 75-90 minutes.

The Warwickshire Avon rises in Naseby village, near Rugby, and flows past Coventry, Leamington Spa, Warwick and Stratford upon Avon. It joins the River Severn at Tewkesbury and then flows into the sea.

Our landing stageCrowne Plaza, StratfordThe River AvonAboard The Rita EllenThe countrysideAway from the townYour ceremonyA pretty spotBack to our landing stage
The Rita Ellen, an elegant river cruiser, on the Avon at Stratford

The Rita Ellen

Heated boat

The Rita Ellen is nicely furnished and heated, with a toilet and hot water for hand washing. We are wheelchair friendly.

The River Avon at Stratford-upon-Avon, willows along the bank

Faith & Customs

We welcome all religions

We have Sikh shabads and Hindu prayers & mantras that can play on your cruise. Alternatively you can bring your own music to play through our speakers.

Testimonials

I would like to say a big thank you to Fiona for making what was a sad occasion and farewell to our loved one truly special.
Sharan & Family · Sikh Ceremony Cruise

Contact us to discuss your ceremony