Burials and services

Natural burial

Canterbury Cemetery has a designated meadow area for natural burial. A natural or green burial is designed to have little impact on the environment. Human remains are buried using natural materials which will decompose so that the body is gradually returned to the earth. Cremation involves burning fossil fuel and results in high carbon emissions as well as the release of many other toxic pollutants. Thus, a natural burial will be an attractive choice for those who are concerned about caring for the environment.