Woodland funerals
Woodland funerals and burial grounds are becoming more popular with those looking for an alternative to traditional cemeteries or graveyards.
People sometimes ask about woodland or meadow-side burial sites because they feel it would be in keeping with the personality of the deceased... ‘dad would have wanted a green field...’
Woodland burial grounds are natural settings such as meadows or wooded areas, which offer more natural, beautiful resting places.
woodland funerals tend to involve the planting of a natural memorial, such as a tree and the placing of a simple wooden or bronze plaque instead of a traditional headstone. There is also a focus on preserving the natural beauty of the environment and encouraging native wildlife and flowers.
The Co-operative Funeralcare operates a number of unique woodland burial grounds across the UK. Visit our dedicated woodland burial website for more information.
For further information on changing funeral trends you can view or download
The Ways We Say Goodbye booklet online.
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