What to Do with Ashes in Buckinghamshire

Find woodland burial, natural burial grounds and memorial fireworks in Buckinghamshire, from Aylesbury and Chesham to Beaconsfield.

Chesham Bois Woodland Burial Ground

Chesham Bois Woodland Burial Ground sits on a hillside in the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in naturally growing woodland of ash, hazel, beech and hornbeam. Both woodland burial and ashes interment are available. There is a chapel on site open to all faiths and denominations, which is unusual for a natural burial ground and useful for families who Read more…

MuchLoved – The Online Tribute Platform

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Founded following a personal bereavement, MuchLoved has been supporting families, funeral directors, and charities since 2006. We provide every family with a lasting, personalised online tribute page — a dedicated space to remember, celebrate, share memories, and stay connected with those who care. Read more…

Aylesbury Vale Natural Burial Ground

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Aylesbury Vale Natural Burial Ground is a peaceful meadow set within the Buckinghamshire countryside, offering a beautiful place for families to remember their loved ones in nature. Established in 2014 by landowner Dorothy Brock and her daughter, Sally Whitworth, in partnership with Leedam Natural Burials, the burial ground remains part of Whitworth Farm and is carefully managed to encourage wildlife Read more…

Total Pyro

A family-run professional firework display company trading since 2001, offering bespoke “Ashes to Ashes” memorial fireworks, from a single 40g rocket through to multi-rocket sequences, all with free delivery for self-fire options. Read more…

GreenAcres Chiltern Living Memorial Park

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GreenAcres Chiltern Park is a prestigious 72-acre venue near Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire, surrounded by woodland and parkland ideal for funeral services, burials, and remembrance. The Park offers a nature-rich environment where visitors are uplifted by the beauty of the landscape and given the space to reconnect with loved ones. From shaded glades to wildflower meadows, the scenery offers tranquility and Read more…

EverWith

EverWith is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of bespoke memorial jewellery, with over 25,000 verified reviews. Based in Gloucester, they offer a wide range of cremation ashes jewellery including pendants, rings, bracelets, earrings, cufflinks and charm beads, all crafted in sterling silver or gold. Ashes are permanently sealed within each piece. A showroom is available to visit and stockists Read more…

Buckinghamshire is home to the beech woods and chalk hills of the Chilterns, with the River Thames tracing its southern edge past Marlow and the Vale of Aylesbury opening out to the north. It's one of the best counties in England for natural burial, with several woodland and meadow sites to choose from, and it's well suited to a peaceful memorial or an outdoor celebration of life.

Woodland and natural burial in Buckinghamshire

Chesham Bois Woodland Burial Ground sits on a hillside in the Chilterns among ash, hazel, beech and hornbeam, and unusually has a chapel on site open to all faiths, or none. Near Beaconsfield, GreenAcres Chiltern is a 72-acre park of woodland, meadow, orchard and gardens with a range of burial and memorial options. North of the Chilterns, Aylesbury Vale Natural Burial Ground is a peaceful meadow on Whitworth Farm, run with Leedam Natural Burials and managed for wildlife. All three accept ashes. See all eco memorials and natural burial in Buckinghamshire.

Memorial fireworks

Total Pyro at Great Kimble is a family-run firework company trading since 2001. Their Ashes to Ashes service ranges from a single rocket to a full sequence, with self-fire options if you'd rather set them off yourself. Read our guide to turning ashes into fireworks.

Online memorials

MuchLoved, based in Amersham, has provided online tribute pages since 2006, giving family and friends one place to share memories and stay connected.

Is there a natural burial ground near Aylesbury?

Yes. Aylesbury Vale Natural Burial Ground is a meadow site close to the town, offering ashes interment and handcrafted slate memorials.

Can I hold a service at a natural burial ground?

Many sites allow a graveside gathering, and some have their own building. Chesham Bois has a chapel open to all faiths, and services there can be religious, humanist or entirely secular.

Can I scatter ashes in the Chilterns?

Usually yes, but you need permission from whoever owns the land. Much of the Chilterns is privately owned or managed by organisations like the National Trust, so check before you go. Read our guide on whether it's legal to scatter ashes in the UK for more.

Can I scatter ashes in the River Thames?

Scattering on rivers is generally allowed without a licence, but you'll need permission to access the bank and should avoid busy moorings and spots near drinking water intakes. Our guide to where you can't scatter ashes in the UK explains the rules.