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BROCKLANDS |
Woodland Burial |
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BROCKLANDS |
Woodland Burial |
At Brocklands there is a large, old stone barn dated 1714 next to the car park. Adjacent to this fine building is a smaller one which we have called The Haybarn. This has been converted to a high standard, keeping its original beams and slate roof, and all the new woodwork is of English oak harvested from our own estate woodlands. It provides modern facilities for the burial site: a fully-carpeted room, with heating and double-glazing; a sink (with hot water) and small preparation area at one end; and a separate toilet. A series of six windows offers a fine outlook across the Ribble valley. It is ideal for a celebratory service prior to burial.
Families and individuals often wish to come and ask questions about green burials, either because they are thinking ahead for themselves or because a family member has died. The Haybarn is a convenient place to meet people and talk through the options, over a cup of tea. We have a selection of biodegradable coffins on display in the room for people to see; and afterwards we can take them across the car park to the burial area, to show them the layout, the variety of trees and plants and of course to see the views up the valley towards Settle and the Three Peaks.
The Haybarn can accommodate up to 45 people for a service, with about 30 of these seated. Services may be with a priest, a humanist celebrant, or the family may wish to conduct the service entirely themselves, with music, pictorial displays and flowers. There are electrical sockets around the room, for CD players, keyboards etc., and families may bring their own equipment to use.
Unfortunately we cannot provide teas any longer, but we are quite happy for families to hire the room and provide their own refreshments. The price below includes tables and chairs, cutlery and crockery. Alternatively, we can recommend some local pubs and hotels who can provide food for larger groups.
