Coffins and Shrouds
When it comes to our coffins and Shrouds we pride ourselves on being able to offer you a selection of the most environmentally sustainable coffins we can find. Although there are many options out there claiming to be ‘green’, when you scratch the surface, it appears that not all green credentials are equal. Below are those we feel are as green as you can currently get. We will be keeping our eyes open as materials and other sustainable coffin makers appear. So that we can bring you the most sustainable products. We have included in the selection our beautiful shrouds which are also an option at many burial grounds.
Of course if you prefer to provide your own coffin you can do so, we would just ask that you let us know what you have chosen so that we can be sure it meets the requirements of the final resting place. If you have any questions about any of the coffins and shrouds here or any other options available to you, please do get in touch.
Bamboo Eco Traditional
£342.20
Sizes : 5’7” – 5.9- 5.11- 6.2 – 6.4 – 6.8 – 7.0
Our Fair Trade crafted bamboo coffins are woven from the sustainable and flexible bamboo cane. For the Bamboo Eco coffin these have been woven in the traditional way, giving it a smooth surface. The straw coloured bamboo has a light green hue, and as with all natural materials, the colour of the bamboo can slightly differ on each strand.
Bamboo Lattice Round
£389.65
Sizes: 5.9 – 5.11 – 6.4
The Bamboo Lattice coffin is constructed of two different layers of woven bamboo to give it a distinctive pattern. A criss-cross pattern of stripped bamboo bark covers an intricately woven layer of soft bamboo creating a striking contrast. Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on the planet, growing up to a metre per day and absorbs more CO2for its weight than any other plant.
Features a fitted Calico liner and sheet, rope and bamboo handles and bamboo toggle lid fasteners.
Available in both, Traditional and Curved End shapes.
Banana eco2 Traditional
£431.25
Sizes: 5.8 – 6.0 – 6.5
Traditional Shape Banana Coffin with interior cardboard construction
Banana Round
£479.35
Sizes: 5.7 – 5.11 – 6.4 – 6.8
TThe golden brown banana coffins are made from flexible but strong banana cord, which is woven around a natural cane and light rattan framework, thus giving the whole product even more stability. The round ended coffins have a rustic but at the same time a gentle and surprisingly soft appearance.
Cardboard Manila
£104.65
Sizes: 5.8 – 6.1 – 6.7
Our economical cardboard coffins are made of at least 70% recycled paper and wood pulp sourced from reputable sustainable forests. Constructed to a special design, these coffins can carry up to 23 stone in weight. Our basic cardboard coffins come in three different appearances, all supplied with natural rope handles. The white coffin can also be chosen in a different single colour. Just let your funeral director know which colour you would like. All our cardboard coffins are 100% biodegradable, as no plastic is used when making these.
Cardboard Woodgrain
£175.50
Sizes: 5.8 – 6.1 – 6.7
Our economical cardboard coffins are made of at least 70% recycled paper and wood pulp sourced from reputable sustainable forests. Constructed to a special design, these coffins can carry up to 23 stone in weight. Our basic cardboard coffins come in three different appearances, all supplied with natural rope handles. The white coffin can also be chosen in a different single colour. Just let your funeral director know which colour you would like. All our cardboard coffins are 100% biodegradable, as no plastic is used when making these. a gentle and surprisingly soft appearance.
White Cardboard Traditional Coffin
£136.50
Sizes: 5.8 – 6.1 – 6.7
Our economical cardboard coffins are made of at least 70% recycled paper and wood pulp sourced from reputable sustainable forests. Constructed to a special design, these coffins can carry up to 23 stone in weight. Our basic cardboard coffins come in three different appearances, all supplied with natural rope handles. The white coffin can also be chosen in a different single colour. Just let your funeral director know which colour you would like. All our cardboard coffins are 100% biodegradable.
English Willow eco2 Chelington Traditional
£529.40
Sizes: 5.8 – 6.0 – 6.5
Colour: white, brown, green
The English Willow eco2 is made from a combination of natural willow hand woven, using traditional methods, around a modern solid interior construction. Willow can be harvested annually, from the same plant, for over 40 years making it a highly renewable and sustainable material for coffins compared to solid wood from trees which can take 30 to 60 years to mature. The Willow eco2 features a decoratively plaited willow edge to the lid line with rope handles and discreet lid fixings for a streamlined look.
English Willow eco2 Broadwich Round
£529.40
Sizes: 5.8 – 60. – 6.5
Color: white, brown, green
The English Willow eco2 is made from a combination of natural willow hand woven, using traditional methods, around a modern solid interior construction. Willow can be harvested annually, from the same plant, for over 40 years making it a highly renewable and sustainable material for coffins compared to solid wood from trees which can take 30 to 60 years to mature. The Willow eco2 features a decoratively plaited willow edge to the lid line with rope handles and discreet lid fixings for a streamlined look.
English Willow Traditional Rainbow
£529.40
Sizes: 5.7 – 6.0 – 6.2 – 6.4
The traditional Rainbow coffin has been made by dyeing willow strands first and then weaving these into the shape. The rainbow symbolizes hope, but with fifteen different colour choices available there is almost an infinite amount of combinations possible.
English Willow Round Rainbow
£805.00
The round ended Rainbow coffin has been made by dyeing willow strands first and then weaving these into the shape. The rainbow symbolizes hope, but with fifteen different colour choices available there is almost an infinite amount of combinations possible.
Willow Pod Light
£523.55
Our Willow Pods are handcrafted from the sustainable willow using traditional methods. The willow is woven onto a self-supporting frame, which gives the coffins exceptional strength whilst at the same time remaining incredibly light. These coffins are manufactured in the EU using cottage industry methods, in which people work in their own homes to create these products.
Heritage shroud
£572.00
An elegant and simple felt wool shroud.
The Heritage Shroud the most environmentally friendly option for a burial. The thickness and layers of the felt give a smooth outline, unlike a conventional cloth wrap and more like a papoose.
The Heritage Shroud is designed for burial and can be used in any cemetery, churchyard, natural burial ground or home burial. One piece solid wood boards are used for stability and ease of carrying. When wider boards are required they are joined with dry dowelling and lashed together with hemp rope, no glues. Everything is made by hand of 100% natural materials.
” It makes the whole experience of sitting with death so much more real than a coffin. And her body just seemed incredibly well held, and entrusted to the felt. Thank you for providing this service. It is a real gift”.
Gladys Paulus, September 2020
Is included:
3 pairs of handles (one for each side) sewn into the base for easy carrying to the grave. The handles are strong, with wooden inserts covered in felt that is soft to the touch.
Solid wood board (glue free) for ease of carrying; the wood is sustainably sourced from a Devon woodland and prepared by Andrew Vaccari.
Extra Cost:
Cover (optional)- plain for you to decorate, or bespoke decoration.
“Integrated board and handles made it more practical without needing additional items for the funeral…. We were really pleased with the shroud and the experience of ordering it was personal, but still simple and easily navigated”.
B.R. Feb 2021
