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It might sound unusual to discuss a funeral in terms of eco friendly but dying is a part of life and offers an opportunity to make the ultimate eco statement. Why not consider an eco funeral, eco coffin and planting a native tree beside your resting place. An Irish company in Wexford The Green Graveyard company are now offering burial plots that are not only ecological but also significantly reduce the cost of burials.
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What is a Natural Burial Ground
In its most simplistic form a natural burial ground is a graveyard where the land has a second use, as a living, developing native Irish woodland. Gone are the marble headstones and concrete surrounds that are common place in other Irish burial grounds, replaced instead by a small simple grave marker and the planting of a native Irish tree.
Visitors will be able to walk along the pathways surrounded by nature, spotting wildlife in their newly created habitats. These natural burial grounds will be sacred and natural places where people of all faiths and those without any religion will find a beautiful resting place.
In choosing a natural or green burial you will be creating, conserving and sustaining native Irish woodland. It is a gift that will keep on giving to future generations. Price for a single plot is €880 and for a double plot (hand in hand, not stacked) is €1550.
For more information see The Green Graveyard Company
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