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Natural Burial
What is a Natural Burial?
Sometimes referred to as green burials, a natural burial is one that allows the body to decompose naturally. That means there are restrictions on the material used in the casket or coffin and in the use of harmful chemicals, such as in the embalming process.
There are also restrictions on markers that can be used at the burial site, as headstones, and even the laying of flowers, are not always permitted. To keep the site as natural as possible, it is common to use plants or trees as a site marker.
Planning a Natural Burial
Although there are designated natural burial sites in the UK, many natural burials take place on private land, such as gardens, estates or private woodland. With the permission of the landowner, we can make arrangements for a natural funeral in Gloucestershire. To help reduce the environmental impact of the funeral, we have options for sustainable coffins or caskets made from wicker or cardboard or we can arrange for the use of a shroud instead.
The Natural Funeral Service
A natural funeral ceremony tends to be less formal than a traditional funeral service. That means it can feel a bit more personal and intimate and is a lovely way to celebrate someone’s life. There is room to be more creative in proceedings, so we can guide you through all the things you might want to consider when planning a natural funeral ceremony.
If you are considering a natural funeral service, please talk to one of our team who can advise you on the options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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A cremation can work out more cost-effective than a burial as there are fewer associated costs but an unattended cremation is perhaps the most cost-effective funeral; take a look at our Direct Cremation page for prices. Or, take a look at our new In-House Ceremony that offers the convenience and cost-effectiveness of a Direct Cremation but also gives you the chance to say your goodbyes in a personal and intimate venue.
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Where you scatter the ashes after a cremation is largely down to personal choice. Some people choose to scatter ashes in the Garden of Remembrance that are often found at the crematorium, while others follow the funeral service with an interment some weeks later. Or you might prefer to scatter the ashes at a location that was close to your family and your loved one. Whatever you decide, it is important that you don’t rush into a decision.
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A cremation can be considered to be an eco-friendly type of funeral as there is no burial, which means less impact on the environment. However, there are other environmental costs associated with cremations which you might consider, such as whether the crematorium uses green energy in its proceedings.
