Thinking about the future?

A natural burial is a gentle, eco-friendly alternative to traditional funerals, and Cardiff & The Vale Natural Burial Meadow offers just that. Located in the peaceful countryside just outside Cardiff, this beautiful space is calm, quiet and deeply connected to nature. It’s a place to pause, reflect, and return to the earth.

The meadow sits between wildflower grassland and native woodland. To the west, the meadows are sheltered by trees; to the east, the landscape opens out with views across the Vale of Glamorgan, from the Garth Mountain and Castell Coch to Caerphilly Mountain and Craig Llysfaen.

Click here, if you’d like to explore whether pre-purchasing burial rights at Cardiff Natural Burial Ground might be right for you or your loved one.

Why choose Cardiff & The Vale Natural Burial Ground?

Peace Of Mind

Planning ahead means your wishes are recorded and the cost is fixed at today’s prices.

Personal Choice

Choose your preferred area and shape the kind of farewell that feels right for you.

Help Your Family

Planning ahead helps loved ones by removing the pressure of making difficult decisions at a time of loss.

Make your wishes known

We’ve created a free resource to help you document your preferences. The “Information for When I Die” folder is a helpful tool that guides you in recording the practical and personal details of your natural farewell.

What is a natural burial?

Natural burial, sometimes called green burial, is a simple, environmentally-friendly way to be laid to rest.
Unlike conventional burials that may involve embalming chemicals, veneered coffins, imported stone or concrete vaults, natural burials use biodegradable materials and low-impact practices, allowing your body to return gently to the earth.

It’s a kinder option for nature, and a more personal one too.

Ecological coffin made from reclaimed wooden pallets.Biodegradable acorn urn

Burial options at Cardiff &The Vale Natural Burial Meadow

We offer two types of natural burial at Cardiff & The Vale:

  • Whole-body natural burial

  • Ashes burial

Families can choose side-by-side plots, combine ashes in one plot, or inter ashes alongside a full burial.

How it works

Choose Your Area

You can select your preferred location in the burial ground, whether tucked into the trees or in an open meadow with sweeping views.

Personal Touch

Every ceremony is unique. You can hold a quiet, simple gathering or something more involved. There's no one way to say goodbye.

Flexible Payment Options

You can pay upfront or spread the cost over 10 or 20 months.

Ready to plan ahead?

Whether you're looking to secure a plot or simply want to know more, we’re here to help.
Fill in the form and one of our team will be in touch. There’s no pressure, just kind, straightforward guidance.

Visit Cardiff & The Vale Natural Burial Meadow

We always recommend visiting the meadow in person to feel the atmosphere for yourself. The pedestrian gate is always open, so you’re welcome to wander freely. Or, if you’d prefer a guided tour, we’re happy to arrange one.

Want to find out more?

If you'd like to find out more about the Cardiff & The Vale natural burial meadow, we have plenty more information for you to continue reading...

Prices

A full price list is available on our forms and prices page We offer full burial and ashes interments. All of our application forms are available online or via pdf download.

About

The burial ground was established in 2008 and occupies the plateau of parkland on the western rim of the city. The burial meadow gave us the chance to offer burials and interment of ashes that were natural.

Memorials

Unlike a conventional cemetery, there will be no rows of memorial stones, vases of flowers or mementos. Instead, you can dedicate a tree or a memorial plaque in memory of someone.

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