Created for those who wish to be buried in a truly peaceful way...

Introduction
We share the concern felt by many people at the loss of trees and wildlife. Burial facilities can be designed to offer many benefits to wildlife whilst also introducing a greater choice for the bereaved.

Birdsong offers a 'return to nature' for those who wish to be buried with trees and among birds, mammals and wild flowers.

The new woodland will provide a living memorial, one that will provide pleasure and benefit to future generations.

Green Burial
Green burials provide a natural resting-place for loved ones. Graves are marked by planting, at the appropriate time of year, a small native tree (e.g. oak, beech, hornbeam), or if desired, wild flowers.

Gradually over the years the woodland will develop with its population of birds and small mammals. In time the trees will be thinned to create a healthy wood.

To maintain the natural surroundings, headstones and other graveside memorials are not permitted, but a wooden nest box may be hung.

Birdsong frees friends and relatives from the worry of tending a formal grave.

Graves
The position of each grave is carefully recorded and marked on a plan.

A small-personalised metal plate will be placed below the soil level in each grave to confirm the exact site.

Coffins
Burial must take place in a biodegradable coffin. It may be constructed from non-rainforest wood, wicker, bamboo or cardboard.

A simple woollen shroud is also acceptable. Cremated remains may be scattered or buried in biodegradable caskets.

Funeral Arrangements
Birdsong of for people of all faiths. graves will not be reserved for specific religions and the deceased of varying faiths will be buried in the same area.

Traditional funeral patterns do not have to be carried out with or without the guidance of a funeral director. it is your choice whether you have a religious service, a secular service or an informal gathering.

Birdsong will organise the undertaking if desired.

Green burial offers a new option to those who have no children or relatives, or are opposed to them being committed to caring for a traditional grave and memorial. Nature will care for the grave, and the neglect of an unvisited memorial will not arise.

To protect the environment embalming is strictly forbidden.

Telephone: 01507 466644
Fax: 01507 463812
Email: willfarm@otago.co.uk