What to Do with Ashes in Herefordshire

Find woodland burial, ashes interment and memorial services in Herefordshire, from Leominster and Hereford to the Welsh border.

Herefordshire is one of England's most rural counties, with orchards, rolling farmland and the River Wye winding through towards the Welsh border. It's quiet, green countryside that suits a natural, simple farewell, and families here often look for a woodland burial or a peaceful place to scatter ashes. For ideas, see our memorial ideas for ashes.

Woodland burial in Herefordshire

Humber Woodland of Remembrance at Stoke Prior, near Leominster, was the first green burial ground in Herefordshire and takes both full burial and ashes interment. No monuments, kerbs, fences or ornaments are allowed, so the woodland stays woodland, and native trees are planted instead. The gates open at nine every morning. See all eco memorials and woodland burial in Herefordshire.

More options nearby

Neighbouring Worcestershire, Shropshire, Gloucestershire and Wales all have more memorial providers.

Is there a natural burial ground in Herefordshire?

Yes. Humber Woodland of Remembrance near Leominster was the county's first green burial ground and accepts ashes.

Can I put a headstone on a woodland grave?

At many natural burial grounds, no. Humber Woodland doesn't allow monuments or ornaments at all, and a native tree is planted instead, so the site stays natural.

Can I scatter ashes in the River Wye?

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