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Simple Woodland Burials

Henley Natural Burial Ground

​​​The tranquillity of the burial ground at Rotherfield Greys, just outside Henley, is typical of the surrounding landscape of the Chilterns. Unhurried, tranquil and private, it offers something gentler.  A place of escape, away from it all.

Here, we are planting new native woodland across the areas where burials take place, so that one day this place will be a thriving mature woodland with open glades and rides, shrub margins and deeper woodland shade.

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During lockdown, entry to the burial ground is not permitted for everyone. 

We are only open for funerals, interments and private grave visits until the rules change.

It is essential that Coronavirus guidance is followed. You can find our latest guidance and COVID-19 update for funerals and visitors here.

Tranquility


An unhurried and private place away from the hustle of daily life. Somewhere to remember, refresh, replenish and relax.
A place of peace and solitude, when you need it, and love.

Spend time in nature, experience the weather and watch the seasons change.
And for those at rest here, it offers ​a
 simple return to nature.
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What are natural burials and green funerals?

​​A natural burial returns the body to the earth in the most environmentally friendly way. The coffin or shroud are made from entirely natural materials. No harmful chemicals are used in the preparation or preservation of the body prior to interment and the burial is close to the living layer of the soil to provide the maximum benefit.

The natural burial ground offers time and space to do things your way within the confines of the burial ground.  You may wish to arrive by bicycle, bring the dogs  or just  keep things very simple. Please discuss your thoughts and wishes with our Custodian who will be able to advise and guide you along the way. Our Natural Burial Guide aims to answer all your questions.

People say there's an odd sense of inner-peace knowing that one day they too will be there - somewhere they know, somewhere they feel happy.

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Making arrangements

Whether you choose a natural burial or an interment of ashes , our arrangements and advice pages have everything you need. You can also reserve ahead of time so that arrangements are in place in the future.
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Simple, natural and beautiful

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New life

As the years roll by, newly planted saplings mature; the leaf canopy begins to close and gradually the new woodland evolves.
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Natural materials

Names and dates engraved into Welsh slate and housed in a solid oak frame commemorate those at rest in the burial ground.
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Sustainability

Our ethos is to tread with the lightest of footprints; to graze unplanted areas and enrich habitats with indigenous wildflower seeds. 


"From the first 'phone call I felt totally at ease. Next step was meeting the lovely Andy,
so pleased my lovely Bob is at peace in your Woodland Burial Ground."
REVIEWS

Contact us and have a look around...

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Please visit at your leisure or call our custodian Andrea Chanter who can meet you there. Telephone 01494 881586
or email henley@leedam.com

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For general enquiries 
please contact our office in Monmouth.
Telephone 07735 764 972 / 01600 716438
email henley@leedam.com

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​​For Sat Nav please use postcode RG9 4PN and look out for road signs at the entrance.


Your Stories

Sometimes, we are so free to do as we choose that we can feel lost. That is when it can help to see what others have done before and discover what worked well.

We have invited families to share their experiences and recommendations with others. ​Read a collection of their stories here...
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News and Views

Leedam blog

​Read original articles on contemporary funerals, wildlife, rural life and ideas for natural burials. All on our blog.

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​Henley Natural Burials has its own Facebook Page.
Click 'Like' to keep up to date with what's happening.  


​​"We all feel that we have chosen the perfect location for mum. The site is beautiful with lovely views and the fact that all we could hear on the day was birdsong just reflected the peace and tranquillity".

- AFTER A BURIAL AT HENLEY

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Natural Burial Ground

local tel: 01494 881586
email: henley@leedam.com
office tel: 01600 716438
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