Coffins, Caskets and Shrouds

 We believe in providing the most environmentally friendly coffins and caskets as possible and ensuring that we are transparent regarding our offer. Accordingly, we believe that we should be providing everyone with as much information as we can regarding the options available to allow a full, informed choice. 

No plastics or metals are used in the construction of our coffins and caskets. All coffins and caskets have load bearing handles and are weight tested to carry a minimum of 23 stone. 

The Coffins and Caskets below illustrate our range which we believe offers a varied choice of the most environmentally friendly options available. However, this range is not exhaustive, and we are able to source other materials if requested. These include Banana Leaf, Seagrass, Pine, and Recycled Wood. 

Jute Coffin – Included in the price of the Personal Goodbyes Service. 

The Jute Coffin is made with a Paulownia Timber Frame and Bamboo Handles. Made by a fairtrade status company in Bangladesh who are active members of the World Fair Trade Organisation and have been endorsed by Traidcraft. The coffins are delivered to us flat packed to cut down on transport emissions. 

Manila Cardboard Coffin

The Cardboard Coffin is made in the UK using at least 70% recycled paper and wood pulp sourced from reputable sustainable forests. These coffins are supplied with natural rope handles. The cardboard coffins are 100% biodegradable. The Cardboard Coffin can be decorated by family and friends.

Bamboo Eco Coffin (Traditional or Round Shape)
– Additional Cost of £145. 

The Bamboo coffin is made by using traditional methods in China. Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on the planet and absorbs more CO2 for its weight than any other plant. Whilst the Bamboo Coffins, and some others in our range, are produced in China, they are transported in such a manner to ensure that transporting one coffin to the UK uses no more fuel than a 5-mile car journey.

English Willow Coffin (Traditional or Round Shape)
– Additional Cost from £545*. 

Handmade in England using Somerset Willow. Traditional methods are used by skilled crafters from long-standing willow weaving families. Note: Willow Eco2 (European made) also available.

The Loop Biotech Cocoon Mushroom Coffin
– Additional Cost of £1,175. 

The Loop Living Cocoon is the worlds first living coffin, enriching nature by biograding in just 45 days and giving our nutrients back in the most natural way. The Loop Living Cocoon is grown in just seven days in a growing facility in Delft, The Netherlands, from local mushroom species and upcycled hemp fibres. This makes it 100% natural and GreenLeave certified. The Cocoon comes with a soft bed of moss.

Woollen Coffins

Woollen Coffins offer a beautiful, gentle, alternative and are now available in a variety of styles. The wool used is sourced from Yorkshire, Wales, and Scotland (see individual coffin details below for source) and traditional techniques are used in preparation. Despite the beautiful, soft, feel of the Coffins they are remarkably robust, and all tested and certified for burial. 

Woven with love 

We are now able to offer the simple beauty of the Welsh Wool Coffin and classic style of Harris Tweed Coffin (handwoven in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland). Both are prepared on an FSC Solid Pinewood Frame. Each Harris Tweed Coffin is made to order and can be made in a standard fabric option, or to a personal favourite Harris Tweed colour and pattern. 

Welsh Woollen Coffin – Additional Cost From £645 

Harris Tweed Coffin – Additional Cost From £875 

Yorkshire Woollen Coffin – Additional Cost £645 

These wool coffins are handmade in Yorkshire using pure new wool, supported on a strong recycled cardboard frame. Each adult coffin is made using three fleeces. This coffin is available in Natural or Limestone. 

Flowers not included in coffin price. Environmentally Friendly floral tributes and/or coffin decoration can be arranged.