Life changes shape and form but love lives on.
Releasing white doves is a meaningful way to celebrate the life of a loved one.
The tangible act of releasing a dove helps family and friends to process grief.
A humane and environmentally friendly alternative to balloons – our doves fly home!
We work closely with funeral directors and crematoriums throughout Sussex.
Saying goodbye to a loved one is surely the hardest thing any of us has to do. Grief causes our breathing to shallow, our body language to close down, we look down and our shoulders round naturally to protect our heart, yet even this is changed in a dove release.
In a hand held release, the birds are cradled gently, close to the chest, as if in a final loving, protective act, guarding the Spirit we love. Then as arms are raised and breathing deepens, heads lift and eyes follow the joyous flight of the dove, love flies free. In that moment the gift of freedom is offered and peace is received.
No more restrained, the doves circle high above as they orientate, then together they head off on their journey home, and without a word being said their message rings clear: Life changes shape and form but love lives on.
Direct cremations are becoming very popular and a dove release will help you to process your feelings and joyfully remember a life well lived whenever you gather with family or friends, as well as immediately after the funeral, the internment, a stone setting, memorial service or on a special anniversary.
We understand that short notice may be inevitable and work closely with you and your funeral director to ensure the smooth co-ordination of release and the respectful accommodation of your needs.
Children in particular can find it difficult to understand death but they usually find it easy to transfer love to a dove. Since they are fascinated by, and gentle with, the life they are entrusted to set free, releasing a dove at a crematorium, graveside or at a private family celebration, renews their connection with their loved one and leaves them with a warm, re-assuring and lasting final memory.
A dove release is also an opportunity for them to receive gifts they can treasure in the form of white feathers, an inscribed dove shaped plaque, and photographs and/or slow motion video of their farewell to their loved one.
The cost of a release is determined by the number of doves, type of event and distance from home (they freely fly 100 miles or more but we have to pay for petrol!) Our starting prices for a funeral release are:
Ideal for intimate family gatherings and beautiful personal tributes.
A visually stunning release to honour your loved one surrounded by a flock.
A spectacular display of nature for larger memorials and grand celebrations.
A white dove release is a spectacular display of nature, an organic and environmentally friendly alternative to balloons or cut flowers.
FREE SPIRIT
A single dove symbolises the release of your loved one’s spirit as it rises into the sky on its peaceful flight home.
FREE SPIRIT REUNITED
The single spirit dove is released followed by a companion dove, representing two souls reunited in heaven (maybe parents, grandparents or best friends).
FREE SPIRIT & HOLY TRINITY
The single spirit dove is released followed by three doves representing the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit which will guide the spirit home.
FREE SPIRIT & FLOCK OF ANGELS
The single spirit dove is released followed by nine doves representing a flock of Angels that will carry the spirit to heaven.
"My partner died suddenly 6 years ago and just before I released my dove something made me whisper a message for him. As the dove took flight, it felt like my message was with him and it was a very moving and powerful experience."
— K.N. Worthing
We provide elegant and memorable white dove releases across the East and West Sussex countryside, allowing our birds to safely return home.
If your venue is outside these areas, please contact us to discuss travel options.
Looking for a white dove release in & around Sussex? Contact us today to check availability and receive a personalised quote. We would love to hear from you.
