While end-of-life planning might not be the most hot and trending topic across social media, planning for what happens after you pass on can actually bring some much-needed comfort when the thought crosses your mind at 3am.
And while you might not want to think about it, we at Inspired Meadows believe that proactive after-life planning can actually reduce the stigma around the ‘d’ word, making it easier both for you as well as your potential children and family members.
In recent years, there's also been a growing movement toward more environmentally conscious end-of-life choices. As we become more aware of our environmental impact, many people are exploring natural burials, which offer a return to simpler, more ecological practices that honor both the deceased and the earth. Let’s take a closer look at what we mean.
Natural burial, also known as green burial, is a method of laying someone to rest that minimises environmental impact while allowing the body to decompose naturally. Unlike conventional burials, which often involve embalming fluids and non-biodegradable materials, natural burial embraces the body's natural return to the earth, allowing you to become one with nature while still leaving a dedicated plot for your loved ones to visit.
So if you’re thinking about a natural burial in the UK, how exactly does it work?
Natural burials use only materials that can decompose completely and safely. This includes:
Yes! If you make eco-conscious choices about your clothes, what you eat and where you shop, why stop once you’re no longer here? Natural burials are completely eco-friendly, eliminating harmful practices such as:
Natural burial grounds are designed to protect existing ecosystems, support local wildlife, while also creating lasting nature preserves and contributing to conservation efforts.
For many of us, pets are cherished family members. So if you’re a proud dog mom or cat dad, at Inspired Meadows we offer the unique option to be laid to rest alongside your beloved animal companions.
Unlike traditional burial plots that might have limited leases, Inspired Meadows offers plots with a remarkable 999-year tenure. In short, this means that your final resting place remains secure for not just your kids and grandkids, but their kids, grandkids and great-grandkids too!
Every plot at Inspired Meadows comes with its own unique address, making it easy for your family members to stop by and pay you a visit.
We believe in giving you space to rest in nature's embrace, with plenty of room for your family members and friends to decorate your plot after your passing. For this reason, our plots are ten times larger than the industry standard.
With a one-time payment of £175, you can rest assured that your plot will be professionally maintained as part of our natural meadowland. This maintenance fee covers the ongoing care of the entire site, so you can rest assured (literally) that it’ll remain a beautiful, peaceful environment while staying true to natural burial principles.
We understand that planning for end-of-life arrangements can be financially challenging. That's why we offer flexible payment plans to help make natural burial accessible to everyone. Our team works with you to create a payment schedule that fits your budget while securing your chosen plot.
As natural burials might be seen as a new concept in the UK, this also means plenty of myths and misconceptions are attached to the process. Let’s debunk them:
While regulations vary, natural burial is completely legal in the UK.
Natural burial differs significantly both in its environmental impact and approach to death care. We focus on personalisation and ecological preservation, rather than preservation of the body.
Natural burials often cost less than conventional burials, eliminating expenses for embalming, elaborate caskets, and concrete vaults.
Ultimately, while we understand that nobody likes thinking about death, it can be helpful to plan for these things in the future. Not only does it take the weight off family members who’ll have to plan during their grieving process, but you can also live happily knowing that you’ll be laid to rest beside your pets, family and loved ones.
For more information about natural burial options and what we offer, please reach out to us at Inspired Meadows.
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