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FAQs

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All fireworks conform to European CE reg EN15947 and are supplied on the condition they will be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions supplied. Category 3 fireworks will be labeled for a minimum viewing distance of 25 metres.
It is illegal to let fireworks off after 11pm at night and before 7am in the morning except New Year’s Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year, which is 1am, and November 5th, which is Midnight.
Under The Manufacture and Storage of Explosives Regulations 2005 you are allowed to store upto 5 kilograms Net Explosive Content of fireworks in your home indefinitely. You are also allowed to store upto 50 kilograms Net Explosive Content of fireworks for no longer than 21 days. Each Heavenly Stars firework contains approximately 1 kilogram of Net Explosive Content.
Your Heavenly Stars Firework will fire in the rain and the effects will go to the same height. We recommend that your wrap your firework in cling film to protect it. Fireworks will fire through a single thin layer of cling film. The green fuse that you light is the most susceptible to damp conditions. Do not leave your fireworks out in the rain or on damp ground for a long period before firing.
The ashes are evenly distributed and combined with each tube of the fireworks and are ejected into the air when each shot explodes.
Every Heavenly Stars order includes a Guide to Safety. Always read the instructions on your Heavenly Stars Fireworks carefully, well before the event. On the night, it is advisable to wear gloves, ear, head and eye protection. Avoid loose or unbuttoned clothing. When unpacking the Heavenly Stars Fireworks keep away from naked flames and inflammable material. Never smoke when handling or lighting fireworks. Always light fireworks at arms length, and under no circumstances lean over a firework. Never go back to a firework if it fails to ignite.
The Site – Ensure you obtain permission from the landowner where the display is to take place. Allow a minimum of 25 metres safety distance from the crowd to the fireworks. Firers must be 18 years of age or over and should be familiar with the firework being used. Please ensure that all pets and livestock are clear of firing, safety and fall-out area. Heavenly Stars Fireworks Limited takes no responsibility or liability for your chosen display area.
In 80% of cases the cremation ashes are strewn or buried in the gardens of remembrance at the crematorium. The alternative is to remove cremation ashes from the crematorium in a suitable urn for dispersion elsewhere. This may be a burial in a family grave or by strewing the ashes at another crematorium or a loved-ones favourite spot. However, it must be borne in mind that when ashes are strewn in other places, e.g. graves, churchyards, or any public places etc., prior permission must be sought and any local rules or regulations obeyed.
Every Heavenly Stars order is given a unique tracking number, which enables each order to be monitored through every process. On arrival of the ashes identity information is placed on the outside of the cremation ash container. The identification is maintained by only having a single person’s ashes in the incorporation room at any one time. A unique Certificate of Authenticity is created with the dispatch documentation. They are stored until the agreed dispatch date and a signature will be required upon delivery back to you.
Yes. We can provide a single memorial firework rocket containing your loved one’s ashes. Single rockets are available for Click & Collect, or we can arrange specialist delivery at the full delivery cost, which varies depending on your location. If you are interested in ordering a single memorial rocket, please call us on 01206 710777 or use our contact form.
Yes. Cremation ashes can be professionally incorporated into specially prepared fireworks so that they are released into the sky as the fireworks are fired. Heavenly Stars Fireworks offers both self-fire memorial fireworks and professionally fired tribute displays across the UK.
A measured amount of cremation ashes is carefully incorporated into the chosen firework or fireworks. When the firework is fired, the ashes are carried into the air and dispersed as the effects burst, creating a symbolic and memorable way to scatter ashes.
Cremation fireworks are memorial fireworks that contain a portion of a person’s cremated ashes. They can be supplied as self-fire products, such as memorial rockets or multi-shot fireworks, or incorporated into a professionally fired tribute display.
The ashes are distributed within the relevant firework and are ejected into the air as the firework fires. On Heavenly Stars products, the ashes are incorporated into the firework so they are dispersed during the display rather than simply being placed on top or released separately.
Yes. Many people make arrangements in advance for their ashes to be incorporated into memorial fireworks after their death. It can help to leave clear written wishes and tell close family or an executor that this is how you would like part of your ashes to be scattered.
No. You can use only a portion of the ashes in memorial fireworks and retain the remainder for burial, keepsakes, another scattering location or other family members. This is a common choice for families who want more than one form of memorial.
Prices depend on the type and size of tribute. Heavenly Stars currently offers self-fire memorial fireworks from £399, with larger packages and professionally fired displays available for families wanting a more extensive tribute. Always check the current product page or request a quotation for the latest price.
Self-fire memorial fireworks are prepared by Heavenly Stars and supplied for you or another responsible adult to fire at a suitable private location. A professionally fired tribute display is planned, set up and fired by an experienced display team and can use a wider range of effects, colours, durations and musical choreography.
Yes, subject to the package selected and the amount of ashes available. Some families choose a small number of memorial rockets, while others prefer a multi-shot firework or a larger professional display. The team can advise which option best suits the amount of ashes and the type of tribute you want.
The amount depends on the specific memorial firework or package. For example, the Heavenly Stars Final Flight Rockets currently incorporate around 200g of ashes and the Lasting Memories package around 300g. Product pages state the approximate incorporated amount so you can compare options.
Yes. A memorial firework can be combined with additional fireworks to create a longer or larger display. This is particularly useful when only part of the display needs to contain ashes but the family would like a more substantial celebration of life.
Yes. There is no general UK prohibition on professionally incorporating cremation ashes into fireworks. However, the fireworks themselves must be supplied and used in accordance with UK firework law, product instructions, age restrictions, permitted firing times and any local rules.
Yes, provided the fireworks are used legally and you have permission to use the chosen land. If the location belongs to somebody else, you should obtain the landowner’s permission. Public places, streets and roads are subject to additional restrictions, so a suitable private site is usually the simplest option.
In England and Wales, fireworks must not normally be set off between 11pm and 7am. The cut-off is midnight on Bonfire Night and 1am on New Year’s Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year. Local rules can also apply, and Scotland has additional firework restrictions, so check the rules for the area where the tribute will take place.
Not without the proper permission and arrangements. UK guidance states that fireworks must not be set off in streets or other public places. A private site with the landowner’s permission is normally more suitable, or Heavenly Stars can advise on a professionally organised display for a particular venue.
Only if the relevant landowner or authority permits fireworks at that location and all safety requirements can be met. Many beaches are publicly owned or subject to local by-laws, so permission should be obtained before making plans.
Potentially, yes, if the garden is large enough for the specific fireworks and all labelled safety distances and fallout areas can be maintained. Many larger consumer fireworks require substantial clear space, so check the product instructions carefully before deciding on a garden display.
Yes. Heavenly Stars offers self-fire memorial fireworks intended for customers to use at a suitable location. The firer must be an adult, follow the supplied instructions and safety guide, keep spectators at the stated minimum distance and use the fireworks only where there is sufficient clear space.
The space required depends on the firework. Many Heavenly Stars self-fire products are mainly Category F3 and use a 25 metre minimum spectator distance, but the label on the individual product is the instruction you must follow. You also need a suitable fallout area behind and around the firing position.
Ashes fireworks are pyrotechnic products and must be treated with the same care as other fireworks. When correctly prepared, secured, fired and used at the stated safety distance, they provide a controlled memorial display. If you do not want to handle fireworks yourself, choose a professionally fired tribute display.
Do not approach a firework immediately after a misfire. Follow the misfire instructions supplied with the product and never attempt to relight or dismantle it unless the manufacturer’s instructions specifically tell you what to do. Contact Heavenly Stars if you need further guidance.
Light rain does not necessarily prevent a firework from operating, but fireworks and especially their ignition fuse should be kept dry before firing. Strong winds, severe weather or unsuitable ground conditions can make a display unsafe, so conditions should always be assessed before use.
Yes. Memorial fireworks can be used throughout the year, subject to UK firework law, suitable weather, an appropriate firing site and any local restrictions. Many families choose a birthday, anniversary or another meaningful date rather than Bonfire Night or New Year.
After ordering, you will be given instructions for safely providing the amount of ashes needed for your chosen tribute. Depending on the service, this can include an appropriate return pack, arranged drop-off or another agreed method. Contact Heavenly Stars if you would prefer to deliver the ashes personally.
Yes. Ashes can be brought to Heavenly Stars in Colchester by arrangement. Contact the team before travelling so they can confirm the process, opening arrangements and the expected turnaround for your chosen memorial fireworks.
Heavenly Stars gives each order a unique tracking number and maintains identification throughout the incorporation process. The company’s published process states that only one person’s ashes are handled in the incorporation room at a time, and at each stage a second person is to check and counter sign the paperork. A Certificate of Authenticity is created with the dispatch documentation
Yes. Heavenly Stars has developed its ashes incorporation process specifically for memorial use and has been providing this service for more than 15 years. The team handles each order individually and guides families through the process from receipt of the ashes through to the completed tribute.
This may be possible for a joint memorial, depending on the amount of ashes and the chosen package. Contact Heavenly Stars before ordering so the team can explain the most appropriate way to create the tribute while maintaining clear identification and handling procedures.
Please contact Heavenly Stars to discuss the tribute you have in mind. Memorial fireworks can also be a meaningful way to remember a much-loved pet, and the team can advise which products are suitable for the amount of ashes you would like to incorporate.
Yes. Selected professionally fired memorial displays can be choreographed to music, allowing the fireworks to be designed around a favourite song or piece of music that had special meaning to your loved one.
Only with a professionally fired display. Colours can be selected to reflect personal favourites, a football team, club, hobby, nationality or another meaningful theme. The display team can advise which effects best match the colours you have in mind.
All tribute options can include personalised memorial wording or presentation. Families often choose a simple message such as “In Loving Memory of…” or wording that reflects the person’s character, nickname or a meaningful phrase.
Typically not as part of the funeral or immediate wake, as the ashes won’t be prepared at this stage. They can be used as part of a celebration of life or a separate memorial gathering, provided the location is suitable for fireworks and the necessary permission and safety space are available.
Yes. There is no need to fire the memorial fireworks immediately. Many families choose a birthday, anniversary, Christmas, Bonfire Night or another meaningful date when friends and relatives can gather together.
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Testimonials

Out 38 testimonials we scored a 5 out of 5

  • “ “My brother had his 60th birthday party on Saturday night at the same time we let off the fireworks containing my mum’s ashes. I must say what a fantastic set of fireworks they were, at the party was the five children plus grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. My mum’s brother and wife were there plus all my brother’s guests at his house and everyone was gobsmacked with the display. Thank you once again” “

    - Rob Davis -

  • “ “Good morning Charlotte. We had the wake for my mum on Saturday and released the fireworks. They were amazing, beyond what I and everyone expected. They turned a potentially sad occasion into a happy one, a true celebration of my mum’s life. I just wanted to thank you and the company for your help and for giving my mum the send off she wanted.” “

    - Sarah Burden -

  • “ “Thank you once again for your assistance and empathic approach in helping me in this matter. Fulfilling this element of my wife’s wishes was causing me much concern, but your help has simplified matters tremendously.” “

    - David Ware -

  • “ “Just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything. It would have been Kirsty’s birthday yesterday and we had friends and family round to celebrate. Everyone was amazed at what a fantastic display it was, so much more than we could have hoped for. You were super efficient and made the whole process very smooth. Would highly recommend!” “

    - Michelle Rabbett -

  • “ “Hi Denise, I’ve been meaning to email you to say thank you so much for the fireworks you did for us with Caz’s ashes in. They were fantastic and the highlight of our celebration of Caz’s life that we had on November 5th, which would’ve been her 49th birthday. We had all her friends and family there and with some champagne and a few cocktails we sent her off in style. Everyone was so impressed with the rockets and letters, in fact several people thought it was a fantastic idea for themselves when the time comes…

    Once again our heartfelt thanks for allowing us the chance to honour Caz’s wishes in such style.” “

    - Karen Tyler -

  • “ “I would just like to say a massive thank you to all the staff at Heavenly Stars Fireworks we said goodbye to Mike my partner in true style, his children Chloe and Issy thought it was the best send off. Something we will always remember for the rest of our lives. All Mikes friends and family can not thank you enough. What an amazing idea and excellent five-star service. Thank you so much.” “

    - Rachael Harding -

  • “ I would like to give you 5 stars. We purchased the Spirit in the Sky barrage fireworks and with our extended family, tonight we had a celebration of our brother/dad/grandad’s (Bill’s) life. His favourite song happened to be “Spirit in the sky”, so with that playing in the background, we set the fireworks off and off into the sky did Bill go. What a fitting celebration for him, he would have LOVED it. So, thanks for your help, advice and fireworks. You have enabled us to have a fitting celebration for him. “

    - Claire Heslop -

  • “ I would like to say a big big thank you to both you and your team for giving my beautiful wife Lynn, the most spectacular send off, it was perfect and very befitting, you have done her wish proud and that goes for me, my family and friends, they were all amazed how professional the display was and not what they expected, it far exceeded there were expectations and I believe it’s won a lot of them over in the future plans on how they would like their final journey. “

    - Paul Mizen -

  • “ I have been meaning to contact you to say a heartfelt thank you for the tribute fireworks provided. We travelled to Morecambe so that my dad’s 92 year old brother could join in as he hadn’t been able to travel to the funeral. (He did think it was a marvellous plan). We hired a coach to take 11 of us on 4 November on what have been dads 87th birthday. Even the coach driver said what a wonderful tribute it was. My son took over the job of setting them off and found it easy to follow. The whole display was quite simply breath-taking. So we thank you sincerely for the service provided. On behalf of the Robert Vernon Rotheram family and friends “

    - Judith Entwistle -

  • “ Having used Heavenly Stars in the past for our clients, I had no hesitation in contacting them to assist with providing a firework tribute for a member of my own family. Denise and the team pulled out an amazing service by providing a same day creation. Travelling from Somerset, this service was invaluable to us. Dealing with professionals who really understand and put their customers first is exactly how we run our own business, so to work alongside Heavenly Stars was a dream. The packages on offer are clear and wonderfully priced for the service and presentation of the fireworks. Would highly recommend this service to other Funeral Directors looking for a company to provide firework tributes, but on a personal note as a bereaved family, we couldn’t be happier with the terrific services provided, thank you so very much! “

    - Simon Helliar-Moore -

  • “ I wanted to say a huge thank you for the wonderful Heavenly Stars firework display. My husband had asked that his ashes be put in a firework so his friends and family could come together and enjoy the display. We certainly did!! It was a wonderful, colourful display that enthralled us for three breathtaking minutes. He would have loved the display, and it was a fitting way to say goodbye to the light of my life. Thank you for making my dear husband’s wish come true in the most wonderful way. “

    - Anonymous -

  • “ I would like to thank you for the 4 Rockets you made for my Husband’s late Mum. We were very impressed and as her wishes were she “went out with a bang” it was very emotional but also a happy celebration as it would have been her 70th Birthday. I can so recommend you for your professional services and once again would like to thank your team for making a wish come true. “

    - Caroline Benton -

  • “ I just wanted to say how absolutely amazing I think your company is. My family have been blown away by the sheer professionalism from you all. We arrived at the shop with my dad’s ashes and the gentlemen there was so kind and respectful and really put my mum at ease who was naturally upset. We collected the fireworks a few hours later and couldn’t believe the size of them! They were fantastic and exactly how my dad would have wanted them. We had a big gathering on the 7th October and the fireworks were nothing short of spectacular. We were thrilled that we came to you. You guided us every step of the way and made us feel comfortable and confident with what we were doing with dads ashes. Again we can’t thank you enough for being so kind and providing such a great product at such a good price. We thoroughly recommend you.

    This is a first for us… and we think it’s awesome! #ashesintofireworks #bespokefunerals “

    - Field Funeral Services -

  • “ Thank you to Heavenly Stars Fireworks for making the whole process as easy as possible, from phone calls and emails to dealing with our venue. Thank you to the guys who came and fired the display. They were unobtrusive, and must have been freezing cold in sub-zero temperatures. Best of all were the fireworks. Truly, amazing, brilliant and everything our daughter hoped it would be. There are too many superlatives to describe the Tribute Display! We all lost it when the sparkling stars exploded, so many happy tears from the 200 adults and children watching. Everyone said it was the best private firework display they had ever seen. “

    - Anonymous -

  • “ I can’t recommend Heavenly Stars and Dynamic Fireworks enough! The team are polite, kind, helpful, thoughtful and thorough on every level. On Sunday we had a huge memorial display for Ruby Venezuela who’s last wish was to have her ashes fired into the sky in a rocket above Soho. This was choreographed to music and held in St Anne’s Soho, Central London) it was not only spectacular and beautiful, it made many people very happy! And it ran so smoothly, not a fault. Thank you all “

    - Amelia Pearson -

  • “ Thank you so much for the beautiful fireworks for my husband. As this was his wish thank you and the team for making this such an easy process. From calling you to bringing my husband’s ashes to you and the team making them in a 2 hour turnaround. A very compassionate, caring, understanding team that you are. The fireworks were set off on 6th November and were watched by friends and family. I cannot thank you and the team enough. I will always recommend you and so will my funeral director. “

    - Maria Godden -

  • “ My wife always said that when her time came she wanted to go off in a rocket. Thanks to Heavenly Stars Fireworks she got her wish. She went off in Four Rockets and a display box. They were brilliant. On Friday the 22nd of April we sent her off into the night sky. Beautiful surroundings, beautiful weather and a beautiful sunset. There was quite an audience present and each and everyone of them said what a great display it was. Thanks to all the staff at Heavenly Stars, especially Sophie who I had all the correspondence with. She answered every question I asked and kept me up to date with everything that was going on. Excellent service all round. Ronnie, my wife would have loved it. “

    - Colin Guy -

  • “ My husband Phill died in February. All through his life he loved fireworks and I think his dream job would have been to be a pyro technician. Bonfire night was a special time for him especially as it was so close to his birthday. Often over the years he would say that he would like his ashes to go up in a rocket so this November we made his wish come true. Can’t thank Heavenly Stars enough. They were very professional and the rockets were delivered very quickly. We had a winter BBQ and invited lots of friends and family to celebrate my husband’s life. He would have really loved to have seen it and I know he would have approved of how we celebrated. Thank you again “

    - Karen Webster -

  • “ Thank you for the wonderful service. You provided 7 rockets containing some of my husband’s ashes which we lit on what would have been his Birthday. They were so beautiful and a truly fitting way to send him off as he requested. The service you provided was professional, personal and efficient so thank you to everyone who helped to make my husband’s final wishes come true. “

    - Anonymous -
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