I have been approached by a person in my village, because she has found out that I like model boats and ships.
She would like a Viking long boat, to sail just the once.
Her husband wrote in his will that he would like his ashes to be spread at sea by placing them on a Viking long boat and set sail and was wondering whether this type of vessel is readily available as a fully sailing boat.
I would not be able to build one myself and I doubt anyone else in the village or vicinity would be able to either.
Also what would the implications of it environmentally be should she want the "full works" and have the boat set on fire down the river.
Would one have to check with local council, or any other body associated with the sea and maritime matters, or could one get away with such a thing if a hole was just placed into the hull and let it sink naturally.
I know what date it is tomorrow, but this was a serious request from an elderly lady who lost her husband suddenly last October.
thanks for any help anyone might give me.
Jim.