Marine Management Organisation
February 28
15:53
2024
There are special requirements for the materials and design of coffins used in sea burial. Coffins built to these specifications will help prevent the body being returned to shore by tidal currents or being caught by fishing gear.
Anyone who has a licence to carry out a burial at sea, eg the relatives of the person who has died and the funeral director, must follow the specifications.
Contact information
Marine Licensing Team 0300 123 1032marine.consents@marinemanagement.org.uk