BEREAVED relatives can have the ashes of their loved ones pressed onto vinyl records which can also feature conversations or recordings of their voices.

The unique memorial is being offered by the Westerleigh Group, who run Waseley Hills Cemetery and Crematorium.

Manager at Waseley Hill Cemetery and Crematorium, Claire Montague, said: "We are always looking to expand the range of memorial options available to the bereaved to give them the widest possible choice and help them to create uniquely personal memorials for their loved ones.

"What you receive is a real playable vinyl record containing around 18 minutes of audio on each side along with a small amount of the ashes.

"It is not only music that can form the soundtrack, but many people choose to include recordings of special occasions or conversations with their loved ones on the vinyl."

Each record will contain a small amount of ashes for a personal tribute.

The record can include a personal message, someone's own soundtrack or just the sound of silence with the unmistakable background of the pops and crackles of a vinyl record.

Options for the bespoke recordings include a single vinyl or several 7" or 12" records.

The idea is thanks to a partnership with And Vinyly, which was established in 2006 by Yorkshire-based music producer and music label owner, Jason Leach, who came up with the idea after his mother began working at a funeral directors.

Mr Leach, said: "Our partnership with Westerleigh Group will enable us to serve even more bereaved and help them create beautifully bespoke vinyl records which can be kept at home, played and cherished for generations."

To find out more visit www.waseleyhillscrematorium.co.uk/ashes-in-vinyl