SHARPHAM BURIALS
We are very proud to have visioned and set up this incredible site at the invitation of The Sharpham Trust...
Sharpham Meadow Natural Burial Ground offers an ecological alternative to traditional burial or cremation and is open to all – regardless of faith or local residency.
Natural Burials at Sharpham Meadow
The magic of Sharpham lies in its relationship to land and water, creating an area of outstanding beauty. The burial ground is a beautiful wild flower meadow, where all nature can thrive. It is an egalitarian space that is pure, natural, uncluttered and spacious. Kestrels hover, and skylarks sing. All coffins need to be biodegradable and made from natural material. Graves are shallower than the traditional six feet. Embalmed bodies are not allowed, except in exceptional circumstances. Instead of upright headstones there are engraved slate gravestones, with the name and dates of the person buried, placed flush to the ground. The ceremonial heart of the ground is the fire pit, and every family will be able to have a fire during their ceremonial time, if they so wish. There is a beautiful cob ceremonial shelter, which is a perfect place to hold a ceremony, shelter from inclement weather or simply sit in contemplation.
Natural Burials at Sharpham Meadow
The magic of Sharpham lies in its relationship to land and water, creating an area of outstanding beauty. The burial ground is a beautiful wild flower meadow, where all nature can thrive. It is an egalitarian space that is pure, natural, uncluttered and spacious. Kestrels hover, and skylarks sing. All coffins need to be biodegradable and made from natural material. Graves are shallower than the traditional six feet. Embalmed bodies are not allowed, except in exceptional circumstances. Instead of upright headstones there are engraved slate gravestones, with the name and dates of the person buried, placed flush to the ground. The ceremonial heart of the ground is the fire pit, and every family will be able to have a fire during their ceremonial time, if they so wish. There is a beautiful cob ceremonial shelter, which is a perfect place to hold a ceremony, shelter from inclement weather or simply sit in contemplation.