Woodland Burials

For those who were nature lovers in life, what better parting gift could possibly be given than a woodland burial? Whether you think they would prefer to be laid to rest in a beautiful meadow or a tranquil forest, there are a number of green burial and woodland burial sites in Durham, and we would be more than happy to advise you about their location and the procedures involved.

Woodland burials are perfect for families who would rather avoid the formality of a traditional memorial at a cemetery, and as such green and woodland burials tend to be much more private affairs. You and those closest to your loved one will be able to say your final goodbyes in a peaceful environment, safe in the knowledge that they will be returning to a place they cherished in life.

Based in Durham but serving families throughout the surrounding areas such as Newton Hall Belmont and Coxhoe, Alderson’s Family Funerals would be happy to help you organise a woodland burial for your loved one. To learn more about the process and to receive friendly advice from a caring professional, please contact us.

Let us help you create a fitting tribute for a loved one

Call us on 0191 373 1828 Email us on: enquiries@alderson-funerals.co.uk or request a callback using the form below

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Ushaw Moor: Flass Terrace Ushaw Moor Durham DH7 7LD

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FAQs & Advice

To help you during this difficult time, Alderson’s Family Funerals have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and their respective answers below.

If you would like to take further steps to remember your loved one after the funeral, there are a number of different options available to you. For example, you could consider our range of keepsake items, such as scatter tubes and memory stones, memory bears, keepsake jewellery or you could put your loved one’s name in the memorial book.

It’s not always easy to know what flowers would best suit the funeral you are arranging, but it’s not uncommon to see any of the following: sprays, wreaths, sheaves and baskets, posies, hearts and cushions, and crosses and letters. If you would like to see our flower brochure or would like some expert advice from our team, please contact us.

Yes you can, but in order to do this, we will need the deeds or definite confirmation as to the location. Most councils require the deeds or an indemnity signed. There are often strict rules regarding the erection of memorials in churchyards and cemeteries and we can advise you of these at the time.

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Woodland Burials

Let us help you create a fitting tribute for a loved one

Come & see us, we are here to help

FAQs & Advice

Other than the funeral service itself, what other methods can I use to help remember a loved one?

What flowers are appropriate for a funeral?

Can I reopen a gravesite to lay a loved one to rest next to a family member?