THE first dedicated ashes scattering site in Darwen is taking shape.
Current rules state that ashes can only be interred in the town’s two cemeter-ies, but the Friends of Darwen Cemetery have started work on a flower garden for families to use instead.
Stonemason Brent Stevenson has laid foundations for a circular path just inside the main entrance.
He has also laid the a plinth for a central rose and one of the three seating areas.
Coun John East, chairman of the group, said: “Our proposal is to have a little flower garden where people can come and scatter ashes and contemplate.”
The plans are part of a wider community clean-up project to rejuvenate the whole cemetery.
The next working party takes place in Section C on Saturday, May 28, from 10am to 1pm.
Tools and equipment will be provided, but volunteers are asked to bring their own brushes, rakes and cutters.
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