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  • "Woodland Restoration"

    Restoring ancient woodland, flora, fauna and wildlife in conjunction with those that share our passion. A place to lay your head under the stars, as nature intended. Take a look at our Newsletters and allow yourself a glimpse of the ancient woodland of tomorrow.

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    A lasting legacy
    ...as nature intended
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  • Protected Status

    One of only two woodlands in the UK that are protected. The woodland first received consecrated status back in 2007, guaranteeing its future and ensuring those that lay their heads here, do so in peace and tranquility for all time.

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    Guaranteed Protection
    ...for ever
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  • Restoring the Balance

    With deforestation and the destruction of natural habitats, this is our opportunity to help redress the balance. To restore Ancient Woodland and recreate the perfect environment for wildlife and native fauna to flourish.

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    Protecting the Environment
    Supporting Nature & Wildlife
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Woodland Burial

Important Notices...

Donations - JustGiving
Buying land, restoring woodland and then maintaining it, all costs money. As a 'Not for Profit' charity you can be assured that every penny earns its keep! Please help us by donating today. Thank you.
Woodland Directions
You are always welcome at the woodland, whether attending a funeral, visiting a loved one or just wanting a stroll with nature. It's open 24/7, 365 days of the year via the shared access with the Equestrian Centre. Directions to the woodland can be found by clicking here.
Christmas Clean Up
We are planning an after Christmas Clean Up on Saturday 20th January at 11:00am. Volunteers welcome - gloves & wellies recommended! The only items on graves should be fresh flowers left in the BioPots we supply. If you have left anything else, please remove them asap to avoid disappointment. Thank you.

A little about us...

Whilst the woodland resides in the extensive St Albans Diocese, from which it takes its name, it is open to everyone in the UK and offers an environmentally friendly alternative to the municipal crematoriums and overcrowded church cemeteries.
We are turning back the clock, restoring native woodland and genuinely making a difference - a truly natural, eco-friendly solution with the added benefit of protected status (one of only two such woodlands in the UK).
Over the last 11 years, our managed woodland has expanded significantly and already extends to over 12 acres thanks to your support and that of our Friends. Already a further 60 acres of young trees have been planted around us.
Every woodland burial, interment of ashes and donation helps us restore the 350 acres of ancient woodland that once stood here. Reserve or allow your loved one to rest here amongst the peace and tranquility of tomorrows ancient woodland.

At a glance...

Consecrated Land
Protected and guaranteed for ever. One of only two such woodland sites in the United Kingdom.
Eco Friendly Burial
Green, natural burials with eco-coffins, shrouds or urns supports and protects the environment.
Without bias...
All people are welcome, of any faith or none. You may rest here in peace and tranquility for all time.
Not for Profit Charity
Our 'not for profit' status ensures costs are kept to the bare minimum allowing more people to benefit from a green burial.
Burials & Ashes
We support both woodland funerals and interments and offer plot reservation too - true peace of mind.
Open all day, everyday.
We are available for services all day everyday. Bereavement is a difficult process and we are here to support you.

Discover More... Our Complete Woodland Burial Guide

This website contains all the information that we believe you will need to organise a burial, interment or simply to reserve a plot for future use. However, we do also provide a Booklet which summarises all these points and more. You can download a copy and print it off or simply view it online by following this link:- The Complete Woodland Burial Guide.

Testimonials

Christmas saw me visiting your Woodland...there is no comparison, beautiful...respectful...classy...no matter what the season.
JD
Always looks beautiful whatever the time of year …what a brilliant job you do!! It’s a credit to the team.
MB
Peaceful setting for a burial ground, easy to find but set back away from the road. Silent most of the time except for wild life. Helpful people and easy process to arrange or book a place. Respectfully maintained but keeping a wild edge and in time will mature well. Easy access for everyone. Footpaths around mean you can walk or take the dog if so wish.
AH
So peaceful,beautiful,and just an amazing place and wonderful people to greet you on a burial.
SSl
Such a beautiful place...peaceful and tranquil. I couldn't have found a more perfect place. The staff are lovely and very compassionate too
KH
A wonderfully peaceful place without all the formality of a traditional burial ground.
AW
St. Albans Woodland Burial Trust, thank you, it is a stunning and peaceful place.
LJ
Always so beautiful whenever I visit.
JD
Stunning at Xmas & New year, such a beautiful resting place.
SSi
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