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Welcome to Yorkshire Dove ReleaseYorkshire Dove Release is renowned for our professional and deeply moving dove release services, designed to add elegance and symbolic significance to your special occasions. Based in picturesque Halifax, West Yorkshire, we have honed our craft over many years, ensuring that each release is seamless and unforgettable.As a dedicated family-owned business, we hold ourselves to the utmost standards of bird welfare and professional service. Our expertly trained white doves are a breathtaking symbol of peace, purity, and new beginnings, guaranteed to captivate all who attend your event. From the moment of release, these graceful birds soar into the sky, beautifully symbolising your cherished moments, whether it be a joyous wedding or a solemn funeral.Our services are tailor-made for weddings, where doves symbolise undying love, peace, and fidelity, reflecting the lifelong commitment made between couples. The release of a bridal pair of doves, circling together before flying off, poignantly marks the beginning of your shared journey, enhancing the romantic atmosphere of your day.For funerals and memorials, our doves offer a serene and hopeful tribute, symbolising the soul’s ascent to heaven. This heartfelt gesture provides comfort to family and friends, aiding in the healing process and offering a serene moment of reflection and remembrance.At Yorkshire Dove Release, we understand that each event is unique. That’s why we provide flexible and customisable options to fit your specific needs, from the number of doves to the style of the release. Whether you are looking to honor a loved one or celebrate a new union, our doves are prepared to make your occasion extraordinary.Choose Yorkshire Dove Release for a touch of grace and sophistication that will elevate your special day, creating lasting memories that you and your guests will treasure forever. We are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our service meets your expectations and leaves a lasting impression of beauty and elegance. ~ Mark, Yorkshire Doves
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Pure white doves for release by hand
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We offer a service tailored to your needs and preferences in order to create the very best experience.
All our packages are very affordable, we are very adaptable and can adjust our service to suit the needs of your event. We are based in Halifax, West Yorkshire and can provide a Dove Release service within roughly a 25 mile radius of their home which covers Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Barnsley, Oldham, Rochdale, Skipton, Colne, Harrogate, Wetherby and many more. Just ask if you're unsure and we'll do our best to help.
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Weddings
Enhance Your Wedding Day with a Majestic White Dove ReleaseCelebrate your union with a timeless and elegant tradition—the release of pure white doves. Symbolising purity, peace, faith, and enduring love, white doves have graced wedding ceremonies for centuries. Known for their lifelong fidelity and strong family bonds, doves perfectly embody the spirit of partnership and commitment you vow to each other on your special day.These gentle and intelligent birds not only add a touch of serenity and grace to your wedding but also perform a deeply symbolic act of your love and commitment as they soar into the sky and return home. Their nurturing nature and ability to find their way back make them a beautiful metaphor for the journey you are embarking on together.Our baskets can be decorated to match your wedding theme and floral colors, ensuring that each dove release is as unique and special as your love story. Whether it’s a soft and intimate gathering or a grand celebration, the release of white doves will provide an unforgettable and visually stunning element to your wedding, leaving you and your guests with cherished memories of a truly magical moment.Let us help you add this exquisite feature to your wedding day, creating a symbolic celebration of your new life together with a breathtaking white dove release.
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Celebrate a Life Beautifully with a White Dove ReleaseA white dove release at a funeral offers a deeply moving and symbolic gesture that can bring comfort and solace during times of mourning. Representing peace, hope, faith, and love, the sight of serene white doves soaring into the sky serves as a powerful tribute to the departed, encapsulating a sense of eternal tranquility and spiritual uplift.Our dove release service is meticulously planned and executed with respect and sensitivity. We can coordinate the release to occur either after the funeral service or at the graveside, allowing for a touching and memorable conclusion to the ceremony. You have the choice of releasing the doves by hand, which can be a profoundly personal moment of farewell, or from our specially designed heart-shaped baskets, which add an extra layer of visual symbolism and beauty.We offer several customisations to personalize the experience further. Options include the number of doves released, representing various symbolic meanings such as the ascension of the spirit or the release of grief. We can also arrange for a reading or a short poem to be recited during the release, adding a layer of personal tribute to the ceremony.By choosing to honour your loved one with a white dove release, you create a lasting memory that resonates with peace and love. It's a poignant way to express a final goodbye, offering a message of hope and renewal to all who attend. Trust us to handle this aspect of your ceremony with the utmost care and professionalism, ensuring that it is as meaningful and comforting as possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cruel to release the birds in this way?We have many years of experience handling all types of birds and animals and would not allow cruelty in any way. The doves love the challenge and when they get home are always playing in the water bath and fussing around each other.What areas do you cover in Yorkshire?We can release our birds within a 25 mile radius of their home which covers Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Barnsley, Oldham, Rochdale, Skipton, Colne, Harrogate, Wetherby and many more.Can I release white doves at any event?Yes, although the most popular are weddings and funerals you can have a dove release for any daylight event providing it’s safe for the birds of course.Can we decorate the basket?The baskets are typically adorned with flowers and pink ribbons, however, let us know your colour theme and we can match it.What happens if the event is cancelled?If your event is cancelled for any reason up to 3 days prior to release we will give you a full refund.How can I make payment?Payments can be made via Paypal or direct bank transfer. We ask for any balance due 3 days prior to the event.Are you insured?Yes, we have public liability insurance.Can the birds fly if in poor weather?For their welfare we cannot release the birds in dense fog, heavy rain and high winds unfortunately. If this happens we will of course give you a full refund.
How long does it take them to get home?They have an amazing instinct and are very intelligent being able to recognise local landmarks to help them navigate and can cover distance at great speed. However, depending on the distance from home we will not release them late afternoon especially in the winter months with the shorter days. This is because like many birds they can’t see as well in poor light conditions.Are they messy, what if they have an accident on a guest?We limit their food the night before an event to lessen the chances of this happening but although they are very clean birds it’s still a slim possibility. They do say it’s good luck though….and wet wipes are on hand just in case.
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Dove Welfare
Our white doves are descendants of Rock Doves and enjoy living a natural, free and happy life on our family farm in Halifax, West Yorkshire. In order that they develop into strong birds they are fed the very best diet of mixed corn, vitamins, minerals and grits. They fly free during the day and are secured at night from predators and the British climate.These birds have an extremely powerful homing instinct and seem to really enjoy the challenge of being released and finding their way home. We train them locally before sending them on any longer journeys. Upon release they will circle around a few times to get a bearing and then they’re off! They are always home by the time we return.Purebred ‘Doves’ and ‘Fantails’ do not have the homing instinct and if released would very quickly succumb to predators and starvation so please avoid using anyone advertising such a service as it is cruel and inhumane.Did You Know?The lifespan of dove is 15-33 yrs.
Doves can fly up to 40-50 miles per hour. In a day they can fly a distance of 600 miles.
The doves mate for life and take turns to sit on the eggs.
Doves lay eggs 4-5 times a year and the gestation period is 16-19days.
Until the baby doves learn to eat food the parent feeds them a milk like liquid called CROP MILK from its body.
The babies use their nose as straw to suck up the milk.
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White Dove Release Services in Yorkshire
White dove release services in Yorkshire are commonly used at funerals, memorials, and weddings as a symbolic tribute. Professional providers supply trained white homing doves that are released during ceremonies and return safely to their home loft after the event.
Services OfferedWhite dove release services in Yorkshire typically include:White dove releases for funerals and memorial servicesWhite dove releases for weddings and anniversariesMultiple dove releases for commemorative and remembrance eventsAttendance at crematoria, burial grounds, churches, and private venuesCoordination with funeral directors, celebrants, and families
Types of White Dove ReleasesDifferent types of dove releases are chosen to reflect the nature of the occasion:2 to 6 dove release – commonly used at funerals to symbolise peace, remembrance, and the soul’s journeyPaired dove release – often used at weddings to represent unity and lifelong partnershipMultiple dove release – used for celebrations of life or shared remembrance
Cultural and Symbolic MeaningWhite doves have long been associated with peace, hope, and spiritual transition. In memorial settings, a dove release symbolises the lifting of the soul and a moment of reflection for those attending the ceremony.
Locations Covered in YorkshireWhite dove release services are available across Yorkshire, including:HalifaxBradfordLeedsHuddersfieldWakefieldCalderdale and surrounding townsServices can be provided at crematoria, cemeteries, churches, woodland burial grounds, and private locations, subject to suitability and weather conditions.
Animal Welfare and Ethical StandardsEthical dove release services use trained white homing doves that are accustomed to ceremonial releases. Doves are released only in appropriate weather conditions and return safely to their home loft after each event. No doves are harmed during a professional white dove release.
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is a white dove release?
A white dove release is a ceremonial act where trained homing doves are released during a service as a symbolic gesture of peace, remembrance, or celebration.Do the doves return home?
Yes. Professional dove release services use trained homing doves that return safely to their loft after the release.Are dove releases suitable for funerals?
Yes. Dove releases are commonly used at funerals and memorial services as a gentle, symbolic tribute.Where are dove releases permitted in Yorkshire?
Dove releases are generally permitted at crematoria, burial grounds, churches, and private venues, subject to site rules and suitable conditions.
Funeral Dove Release
White Dove Release for Funerals in YorkshireA white dove release for funerals in Yorkshire is a ceremonial act used during funeral and memorial services as a symbolic gesture of remembrance. The release typically involves a single trained white homing dove and takes place at a chosen moment during the service.What Is a White Dove Release for a Funeral?A white dove release for a funeral involves the release of a trained white homing dove during a funeral, cremation, or memorial service. The dove is released by a handler or family member and returns safely to its home loft after the ceremony.This type of release is commonly chosen as a non-verbal tribute and can be used in both religious and non-religious services.Why White Dove Releases Are Used at FuneralsWhite dove releases are used at funerals for several reasons:To mark a moment of reflection during the serviceTo provide a symbolic farewell to the deceasedTo offer a visual tribute for family and attendeesTo create a calm, shared moment of remembranceThe release is typically brief and conducted quietly in keeping with the tone of the service.How a Funeral Dove Release WorksA funeral dove release generally follows these steps:The dove is transported to the venue by a trained handlerThe release is coordinated with the officiant or funeral directorThe dove is released at an agreed moment during the serviceThe dove returns to its home loft after the releaseReleases are carried out only in suitable weather conditions.Are White Dove Releases Ethical?Professional funeral dove release services use trained white homing doves that are accustomed to ceremonial releases. The doves are not released in poor weather and are returned safely to their home loft after the service. No doves are harmed during a professionally managed funeral dove release.Where Funeral Dove Releases Take Place in YorkshireWhite dove releases for funerals in Yorkshire may take place at:CrematoriaCemeteries and burial groundsChurches and places of worshipWoodland burial sitesPrivate land, subject to permissionServices are available across Yorkshire, including West Yorkshire and surrounding areas.Common Questions About Funeral Dove ReleasesWhat does a white dove release symbolise at a funeral?
A white dove release is commonly associated with peace, remembrance, and the marking of a final farewell.Is a single dove or multiple doves released at a funeral?
A single dove is most commonly used for funerals, although some families choose multiple doves depending on personal preference.Do the doves return home after the release?
Yes. Trained homing doves return safely to their home loft after the release.Can a dove release be included in a cremation service?
Yes. Dove releases are often arranged at crematoria, subject to venue guidelines and suitable conditions.SummaryA white dove release for funerals in Yorkshire is a symbolic element used during funeral and memorial services. The release involves trained homing doves, takes place at an agreed moment during the service, and is conducted in a respectful and ethical manner.