What is an ecological memorial landscape?

An Eternal Grove landscape is a protected natural environment where ashes are placed beneath memorial trees within woodland, meadow and restored ecological surroundings rather than within a traditional cemetery.

The landscape itself becomes the lasting place of remembrance.

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Are ashes buried?

Ashes are placed beneath memorial trees using biodegradable urns within the landscape.

Each memorial location is carefully recorded within the landscape register to ensure accurate long-term records and stewardship.

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Are headstones allowed?

No.

Eternal Grove landscapes are designed to remain peaceful natural environments with no headstones, grave surrounds or artificial memorials.

This allows the woodland and surrounding habitat to remain natural and environmentally sensitive over time.

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Can families visit the landscape?

Yes.

Families are welcome to visit throughout the year and spend time within woodland paths, memorial groves and quiet natural spaces across the landscape.

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How long do memorial rights last?

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Woodland Placement

Twenty years from the date of placement

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Memorial Tree

Thirty years from the date of first placement

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What happens after the memorial rights period ends?

The landscape itself remains protected and continues to grow as a living woodland and ecological environment.

Because ashes are placed using biodegradable urns, the memorial naturally becomes part of the landscape over time.

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Can families reserve memorials in advance?

Yes.

Some families choose to reserve a memorial location in advance as part of future planning, while others arrange a memorial following a cremation.

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Are the landscapes managed long term?

Yes.

Every Eternal Grove landscape is carefully managed for long-term ecological stewardship, including woodland care, meadow management, habitat protection and low-impact visitor access.

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What types of landscapes does Eternal Grove create?

Eternal Grove landscapes may include:

• memorial woodland groves

• wildflower meadows

• reflection ponds and wetlands

• biodiversity habitat zones

• protected walking paths

• quiet natural spaces for remembrance

Each site is designed to feel peaceful, natural and timeless.