Reviews & Ratings
by families who have arranged burials at Bath
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Overall ratings
(59 Reviews)
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Lovely
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Why did you choose this burial ground? As above
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
20 December 2019
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
20 December 2019
Well kept and peaceful
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Wanted somewhere easy to visit and natural
What type of occasion did you organise? Ashes scattering
Could anything have been better? No
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a scatting? The process was easy and achievable
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Commuter route
7 December 2019
What type of occasion did you organise? Ashes scattering
Could anything have been better? No
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a scatting? The process was easy and achievable
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Commuter route
7 December 2019
A pleasant, serene, reassuringly natural rest place
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Why did you choose this burial ground? We had passed it frequently and discussed the idea of using it. A family visit confirmed that it was right.
What type of occasion did you organise? A non-religious ceremony at a nearby venue, then a graveside ceremony with a celebrant and some music
Could anything have been better? Only the temperature!
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? The local contact, Sally Cook, was very friendly and helpful before and on the day of the burial
How did you find out about the burial ground? Observing it when driving past
Overall comments: The family was very pleased with every aspect of the process
11 November 2019
What type of occasion did you organise? A non-religious ceremony at a nearby venue, then a graveside ceremony with a celebrant and some music
Could anything have been better? Only the temperature!
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? The local contact, Sally Cook, was very friendly and helpful before and on the day of the burial
How did you find out about the burial ground? Observing it when driving past
Overall comments: The family was very pleased with every aspect of the process
11 November 2019
A very beautiful and peaceful place
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Helen loved nature but didn't like graveyards or cremation
What type of occasion did you organise? A Christian burial followed by a thanksgiving service in the church
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? It is a very beautiful and natural way to honour the deceased
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? Toilet?
How did you find out about the burial ground? Driving past
Overall comments: We had intended to use the Crematorium until about a month before Helen died, when we saw the burial ground on the way back from RUH and change our wills so Helen could be buried.
28 October 2019
What type of occasion did you organise? A Christian burial followed by a thanksgiving service in the church
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? It is a very beautiful and natural way to honour the deceased
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? Toilet?
How did you find out about the burial ground? Driving past
Overall comments: We had intended to use the Crematorium until about a month before Helen died, when we saw the burial ground on the way back from RUH and change our wills so Helen could be buried.
28 October 2019
Beautiful and peaceful
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Head of valley where we lived, we still see it in the distance each time we take the dog for a walk
What type of occasion did you organise? Traditional Anglican burial
Could anything have been better? Not really
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? Get the briefing on site from Sally so you now what is there
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No (and please don't start adding loos or anything)
How did you find out about the burial ground? We drive past all the time
Overall comments: Thanks so much for all your kindness, especially Sally and Cookie on the day.
18 September 2019
What type of occasion did you organise? Traditional Anglican burial
Could anything have been better? Not really
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? Get the briefing on site from Sally so you now what is there
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No (and please don't start adding loos or anything)
How did you find out about the burial ground? We drive past all the time
Overall comments: Thanks so much for all your kindness, especially Sally and Cookie on the day.
18 September 2019
Easy to access in beautiful location
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Why did you choose this burial ground? At our Mother's request
What type of occasion did you organise? Mother's funeral - simple and personal
Could anything have been better? No
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? Make it simple - it is easier to cope
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Personal recommendation
Overall comments: It is a comfort to know that a loved one is truly at rest and at peace in Midford.
5th May 2019
What type of occasion did you organise? Mother's funeral - simple and personal
Could anything have been better? No
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? Make it simple - it is easier to cope
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Personal recommendation
Overall comments: It is a comfort to know that a loved one is truly at rest and at peace in Midford.
5th May 2019
A beautiful hillside, a place of peace
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My husband had always wanted a "green" burial, he felt he could still give something back. This was the first one we were told about.
What type of occasion did you organise? Close family around the burial time followed by a service for everyone of praise and thanksgiving in our church.
Could anything have been better? Warmer sunshine
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? Please think about the possibility of a natural burial ground, it cannot be compared to the coldness of a grave yard.
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? Discreet toilet facilities for those who have travelled a long way.
How did you find out about the burial ground? From friends and our vicar
Overall comments: It would be good if another area of fruit trees could be planted - joy in the spring and shelter at other times.
What type of occasion did you organise? Close family around the burial time followed by a service for everyone of praise and thanksgiving in our church.
Could anything have been better? Warmer sunshine
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? Please think about the possibility of a natural burial ground, it cannot be compared to the coldness of a grave yard.
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? Discreet toilet facilities for those who have travelled a long way.
How did you find out about the burial ground? From friends and our vicar
Overall comments: It would be good if another area of fruit trees could be planted - joy in the spring and shelter at other times.
Thought it was lovely. Seeing it through the seasons will be even better |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Because it is more natural
What sort of occasion did yo organise? Just a quiet family ashes interment
Could anything have been better? Don't think so. It is what you make it to be.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arrangement an interment? Go and have a look round before you make any decisions.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Passing by in the car
Overall comments: As the orchard is now full, it would be nice to be able to plant a tree, so if in the future this becomes available, please let me know.
21 February 2019
What sort of occasion did yo organise? Just a quiet family ashes interment
Could anything have been better? Don't think so. It is what you make it to be.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arrangement an interment? Go and have a look round before you make any decisions.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Passing by in the car
Overall comments: As the orchard is now full, it would be nice to be able to plant a tree, so if in the future this becomes available, please let me know.
21 February 2019
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Why did you choose this burial ground? The closest to home and more peaceful and natural than the burial ground at Cholderton.
What type of occasion did you organise? A short service taken by our local vicar and close family members only.
Could anything have been better? Would have preferred a plot further up the meadow, closer to the trees.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a burial? To wear warm clothes and boots!
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? Perhaps more trees to attract wildlife
How did you find out about the burial ground? On line
Overall comments: We would like to plant an apple tree please. It would be good to see more spring flowers and perhaps it could become a wild flower meadow.
13 February 2019
A pleasant and natural site, with an amazing view of the Somerset countryside |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Sentimental significance of Bath for the deceased
What type of occasion did you organise? Small family scattering
Could anything have been better? The weather
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a scattering? Would thoroughly recommend the site and the service. Bring wellies!
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Internet search
Overall comments: You all helped to make it a pleasant, happy occasion.
4 October 2018
What type of occasion did you organise? Small family scattering
Could anything have been better? The weather
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
What would you say to others who are arranging a scattering? Would thoroughly recommend the site and the service. Bring wellies!
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Internet search
Overall comments: You all helped to make it a pleasant, happy occasion.
4 October 2018
A peaceful, beautiful place |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My late wife's request
What type of occasion did you organise? Simple family scattering
Could anything have been better? Only the weather
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Certainly
What would you say to others who are arranging a scattering? Cannot advise anyone else except to say it is a perfect location
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? My late wife found it
Overall comments: Very satisfied with the whole situation as were my sons and daughters
14 August 2018
What type of occasion did you organise? Simple family scattering
Could anything have been better? Only the weather
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Certainly
What would you say to others who are arranging a scattering? Cannot advise anyone else except to say it is a perfect location
Is there anything else you would like to be offered by the burial ground? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? My late wife found it
Overall comments: Very satisfied with the whole situation as were my sons and daughters
14 August 2018
Tranquil and pretty |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Best of those we saw
What type of of occasion did you organise? Strictly close family only
Could anything have been better? No
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
How did you find out about the burial ground? Personal enquiry
11 August 2018
What type of of occasion did you organise? Strictly close family only
Could anything have been better? No
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
How did you find out about the burial ground? Personal enquiry
11 August 2018
Beautiful, peaceful, natural |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My mum walked her dogs and rode her horses around this area. It was also her route to work for many years.
What type of occasion did you organise? Scattering of ashes
Could anything have been better? More opportunities to purchase a tree - I understand the space is limited, which is a pity
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Definitely
What would you say to others who are arranging a scattering? That it's a beautiful resting place and there's space to be on your own in your own thoughts.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through Sally Cook
20 July 2018
What type of occasion did you organise? Scattering of ashes
Could anything have been better? More opportunities to purchase a tree - I understand the space is limited, which is a pity
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Definitely
What would you say to others who are arranging a scattering? That it's a beautiful resting place and there's space to be on your own in your own thoughts.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through Sally Cook
20 July 2018
Peaceful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My mother grew up on a farm
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? My Brother
29 September 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? My Brother
29 September 2017
A natural grazing meadow - no frillsWhy did you choose this burial ground? It was the only natural one I can get lifts to.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes Could anything have been better? I wish I'd asked someone to take some photos. How did you find out about the burial ground? Google search Overall comments: A small lavatory on site may be useful - some of us are getting on in years. 20 September 2017 |
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Beautiful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? We passed it many times when cycling
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Passing it
Overall comments: It was the most beautiful way to say good bye to my husband.
17 September 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Passing it
Overall comments: It was the most beautiful way to say good bye to my husband.
17 September 2017
Very peaceful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? It's the nearest natural burial ground to home.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Research
8 September 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Research
8 September 2017
Beautiful - A tranquil resting place. |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Live locally - have always enjoyed the views from these hills.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Live locally
30 August 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Live locally
30 August 2017
A natural peaceful place. |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? It was recommended.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through a friend
Overall comments: The funeral directors were very sensitive to what the family required and helped us to have the funeral we wanted for my husband.
14 July 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through a friend
Overall comments: The funeral directors were very sensitive to what the family required and helped us to have the funeral we wanted for my husband.
14 July 2017
Peaceful, uplifting somehow. Loved the skylarks singing. |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? We thought mum would have liked it - it suited her personality and interests.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes, absolutely
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? From the funeral director.
Overall comments: A good experience throughout - made very easy for us by everyone involved.
7 July 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes, absolutely
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? From the funeral director.
Overall comments: A good experience throughout - made very easy for us by everyone involved.
7 July 2017
Beautiful natural environment, road a bit busy/noisy |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Sought alternative to a cemetery.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? More or less.
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? From driving past.
Overall comments: A lot of people mentioned they had never heard of such a thing. Many thanks to you and the landowner for waving the fee for children.
1 July 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Is the burial ground what you expected? More or less.
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? From driving past.
Overall comments: A lot of people mentioned they had never heard of such a thing. Many thanks to you and the landowner for waving the fee for children.
1 July 2017
Perfect |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Nearest to where we live.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes, have done.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes very much so.
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? By passing it on the way to visit my husband in hospital.
Overall comments: Beautiful, calm and uplifting.
6 June 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes, have done.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes very much so.
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? By passing it on the way to visit my husband in hospital.
Overall comments: Beautiful, calm and uplifting.
6 June 2017
A calm peaceful place (despite the nearby road) that has a sense of reward from the natural hustle and rush of everyday life. |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Proximity to Bath and Frome, both places where we have lived.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No I don't think so
How did you find out about the burial ground? I worked with the custodian's daughter at the University of Bath when they first opened the burial ground.
Overall comments: The funeral was held in torrential rain, but even so, it was everything I wanted it to be for my mother.
24 May 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No I don't think so
How did you find out about the burial ground? I worked with the custodian's daughter at the University of Bath when they first opened the burial ground.
Overall comments: The funeral was held in torrential rain, but even so, it was everything I wanted it to be for my mother.
24 May 2017
So beautiful and peaceful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? A friend was buried there and both my husband and I loved it.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? We had been to a funeral there.
Overall comments: I want to book a plot near my husband it was so lovely.
9 March 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? We had been to a funeral there.
Overall comments: I want to book a plot near my husband it was so lovely.
9 March 2017
Beautiful, calming |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? We drove past it from our house to Bath many times in the last ten years and my husband just liked the idea of a natural burial
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Not on your side of things
How did you find out about the burial ground? Drove past it often
9 February 2017
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Not on your side of things
How did you find out about the burial ground? Drove past it often
9 February 2017
A peaceful place, lovely place to visit. |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Nicer than Haycombe and mum wanted a woodland.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Better communication with the funeral director.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Pastor
Overall comments: I have photos if you would like them (which we would love to see).
29 December 2016
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Better communication with the funeral director.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Pastor
Overall comments: I have photos if you would like them (which we would love to see).
29 December 2016
A lovely position in the countryside. |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Ease of access to my home and as above.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? All was good
How did you find out about the burial ground? By driving past
21 December 2016
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? All was good
How did you find out about the burial ground? By driving past
21 December 2016
Beautiful |
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Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? I thought it would have been allowed, but perhaps a few wooden seats around the edge.
How did you find out about the burial ground? We drove by it a lot and liked what we saw.
Overall comments: We were very pleased with everything and were treated with great kindness and understanding.
21 December 2016
Could anything have been better? I thought it would have been allowed, but perhaps a few wooden seats around the edge.
How did you find out about the burial ground? We drove by it a lot and liked what we saw.
Overall comments: We were very pleased with everything and were treated with great kindness and understanding.
21 December 2016
Beautiful, restful, gentle, accessible, unspoilt
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Glo and I sat and discussed what Oli would have wanted. Taking this into account we chose.
Is the burial ground what you expected? And more
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Many of those who attended said they would like to end up there. You recommend yourself.
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through a friend.
Overall comments: We could not have envisaged a better day for Oli. Thank you. Everything was done with dignity, efficiently and with thought and consideration. The Blackcap gave a wonderful eulogy. He loved the countryside so he has found a resting place that he would have loved. Thank you again for making such a wonderful space available.
27 August 2016
Is the burial ground what you expected? And more
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Many of those who attended said they would like to end up there. You recommend yourself.
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through a friend.
Overall comments: We could not have envisaged a better day for Oli. Thank you. Everything was done with dignity, efficiently and with thought and consideration. The Blackcap gave a wonderful eulogy. He loved the countryside so he has found a resting place that he would have loved. Thank you again for making such a wonderful space available.
27 August 2016
An extremely beautiful place |
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The burial ground is an extremely beautiful place which seems right and appropriate for my wife
Why did you choose this burial ground? Because of its beauty and the relative ease of getting there
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
An excellent, beautiful occasion which everyone who attended agreed was what my wife would have wanted and been pleased by.
21 July 2016
Why did you choose this burial ground? Because of its beauty and the relative ease of getting there
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
An excellent, beautiful occasion which everyone who attended agreed was what my wife would have wanted and been pleased by.
21 July 2016
Uncommercialised & natural environment |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My sister and I were brought up in Bath and her wish was to return there after spending 30 years in Canada. She was always a free spirit, so this is the perfect place for her.
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
Many thanks for first class arrangements and Sally meeting us was very welcome.
08 July 2016
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
Many thanks for first class arrangements and Sally meeting us was very welcome.
08 July 2016
Very lovely and peaceful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Because it's so natural and an area he knew well and played in as a boy
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes - my daughter has already said that it is where she wants to be and I hope to have the plot next to my husband
Could anything have been better? No
It was a huge help to find the peace and beauty as he had a long hard death.
06 July 2016
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes - my daughter has already said that it is where she wants to be and I hope to have the plot next to my husband
Could anything have been better? No
It was a huge help to find the peace and beauty as he had a long hard death.
06 July 2016
Plesant and peaceful surroundings |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? A natural burial and proximity to our homes
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Nothing
17 March 2016
Is the natural burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Nothing
17 March 2016
Very beautiful and peaceful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Because my Mother-in-Law is buried there and my husband found it comforting to visit her grave.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? A friend buried in a natural burial meadow elsewhere.
Overall comments: A beautiful service followed by a beautiful burial.
11 March 2016
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? A friend buried in a natural burial meadow elsewhere.
Overall comments: A beautiful service followed by a beautiful burial.
11 March 2016
A very natural setting, good views |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? We passed it for years visiting family, going to hospital etc. It felt a bit like home. I will often travel passed even if I don't have time to stop.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? A smooth path through the center of the orchard as many of our guests were old and frail on their legs.
How did you find about about the burial ground? Driving past it weekly.
26 February 2016
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? A smooth path through the center of the orchard as many of our guests were old and frail on their legs.
How did you find about about the burial ground? Driving past it weekly.
26 February 2016
Lovely view - very peaceful |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Family history and connections with Mr & Mrs Cross. Lived on the farm at Midford when first married in 1940's
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Computerised forms gave problems. Ground in burial field very rough for the disabled.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Family history and relationship to Mrs Janet Cross.
Overall comments: We were greatly helped by everyone who took part.
1 February 2016
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Computerised forms gave problems. Ground in burial field very rough for the disabled.
How did you find out about the burial ground? Family history and relationship to Mrs Janet Cross.
Overall comments: We were greatly helped by everyone who took part.
1 February 2016
Accessible. Walking up to the top and looking at the view is most uplifting and helps heal.
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Why did yo choose this burial ground? Have been interested in natural burials for some time and this was the nearest.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes - website had given good details. The only downside is the traffic noise which cannot be altered!
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Can't think of anything.
How did you find out about the burial ground? We drove past some months ago.
Overall comments: A beautiful resting place for my husband, run by caring, sympathetic people.
4 December 2015
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes - website had given good details. The only downside is the traffic noise which cannot be altered!
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Can't think of anything.
How did you find out about the burial ground? We drove past some months ago.
Overall comments: A beautiful resting place for my husband, run by caring, sympathetic people.
4 December 2015
Beautiful, calm, natural
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Why did you choose this burial ground? I wanted a natural burial close to home
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes and better
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through a friend
21 December 2015
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes and better
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Through a friend
21 December 2015
A large, peaceful area - a good place |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My late husband did not wish to be cremated, the burial ground seemed much nicer than a graveyard.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Most certainly
Could anything have been better? It was a sad, but perfect day.
How did you find out about the burial ground? By noticing it when driving through Midford.
Overall comments: A sad occasion became full of love, friendship and time for reflection.
12 September 2015
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Most certainly
Could anything have been better? It was a sad, but perfect day.
How did you find out about the burial ground? By noticing it when driving through Midford.
Overall comments: A sad occasion became full of love, friendship and time for reflection.
12 September 2015
Beautiful and peaceful
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Why did you choose this burial ground? It was what my children requested for their Daddy.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Internet Research
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
How did you find out about the burial ground? Internet Research
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My mother wanted a woodland burial. I rang the place she wanted and was not happy with their attitude and service. Funeral Director recommended you.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Exceeded expectations
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? I am!
Could anything have been better? No
24th May 2015
Is the burial ground what you expected? Exceeded expectations
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? I am!
Could anything have been better? No
24th May 2015
A peaceful escape from life |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? My Husband requested it.
Is the burial ground what you expected? More delightful, and enhanced by birdsong.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
Overall comments: We gave my husband the funeral he requested and we received support which gave us the opportunity to relax and cope confidently with the proceedings. More than one person who attended said that they now wish to have the same burial.
2nd April 2015
Is the burial ground what you expected? More delightful, and enhanced by birdsong.
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? No
Overall comments: We gave my husband the funeral he requested and we received support which gave us the opportunity to relax and cope confidently with the proceedings. More than one person who attended said that they now wish to have the same burial.
2nd April 2015
A beautiful, peaceful place |
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Why did you choose this burial ground? Because Bath is a place we once lived and my father's favourite place.
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Only the weather!!!
Overall comments: A perfect place.
17th March 2015
Is the burial ground what you expected? Yes
Would you recommend the burial ground to others? Yes
Could anything have been better? Only the weather!!!
Overall comments: A perfect place.
17th March 2015
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We chose this burial ground because Pauline wanted a natural funeral. Only the weather could have been better! Although for January it wasn't too bad.
1st February 2015
1st February 2015
Very peaceful and informal |
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My mum wanted a personal funeral, not one based on tradition. We would definitely recommend the burial ground to others. Everyone was very helpful, practical and not too serious/formal. A very friendly service.
My mother chose Bath Natural Burial Site through an internet search after her diagnosis with terminal cancer. She was unable to visit herself but it was very accessible for me and my brother to go and take photos - a beautiful spot, we were all very happy with and which we feel comfortable visiting in the future, even with children.
The team were fantastic in their personal, reassuring service. They were very knowledgeable and gave us information and support to make the service our own. After myself and my brother did our planned readings lots of friends and relatives contributed memories of mum - some of them spontaneously. I don't think this would have happened in a more formal indoor setting with a stranger leading the service. Thank you to everyone who helped make this time special.
My mother chose Bath Natural Burial Site through an internet search after her diagnosis with terminal cancer. She was unable to visit herself but it was very accessible for me and my brother to go and take photos - a beautiful spot, we were all very happy with and which we feel comfortable visiting in the future, even with children.
The team were fantastic in their personal, reassuring service. They were very knowledgeable and gave us information and support to make the service our own. After myself and my brother did our planned readings lots of friends and relatives contributed memories of mum - some of them spontaneously. I don't think this would have happened in a more formal indoor setting with a stranger leading the service. Thank you to everyone who helped make this time special.
03 January 2015
Natural, peaceful and just as we'd hoped
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We chose this burial ground because it was there and our cemetery is awful. It was much nicer than we expected - well thought out. We have already recommended the burial ground to others. Nothing I can think of could have been better.
04 November 2014
A beautiful place |
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We chose the burial ground because we loathe crematoriums and are not religious. We did our own burial service - nothing could have been better. We rate the burial ground 8/10 only because the road detracts. We would recommend it to others.
25 July 2014
Beautiful setting, peaceful and well looked after |
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We chose the burial ground because we wanted a natural setting, not a traditional cemetery. We would recommend it to others, though it would be better if there were some seating or resting place for elderly visitors. We chose a cremation followed by scattering of ashes, both ceremonies led by a professional independent celebrant. This was perfect for us.
09 June 2014
Very beautiful and peaceful |
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Very pleased with everything, thank you. It would be even better if there was some shelter from the rain.
10 May 2014
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We chose the burial ground because it's in the area where my son spent the last 10 years of his life, and matched his character - English countryside unspoilt by the fast pace of 'modernity'.
The service I received from my initial call to Leedam Natural Heritage, subsequent calls to both Head Office and Janet Cross, Custodian, were so professional and supportive. It took a lot of courage on my part to arrange the scattering and I was enormously grateful to all concerned for helping me face the day. Janet's discreet presence on the day was very comforting and much appreciated. Both my husband and I came away feeling much calmer and at peace knowing that we had chosen the right place where the freedom of the meadow can be enjoyed through the changing seasons. To all concerned we offer our sincere thanks.
The service I received from my initial call to Leedam Natural Heritage, subsequent calls to both Head Office and Janet Cross, Custodian, were so professional and supportive. It took a lot of courage on my part to arrange the scattering and I was enormously grateful to all concerned for helping me face the day. Janet's discreet presence on the day was very comforting and much appreciated. Both my husband and I came away feeling much calmer and at peace knowing that we had chosen the right place where the freedom of the meadow can be enjoyed through the changing seasons. To all concerned we offer our sincere thanks.
19 March 2014
A beautiful spot |
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We were attracted to the meadow first of all by the absence of anywhere else in Bath that wasn't ghastly - then the realisation that this was the right place. We would recommend this place to others. Could anything have been better? Can't think how - it was lovely.
07 October 2013
I am so glad we decided to go down this green route
Last Saturday went very well. Very emotional but a very happy serene environment. My grandson was quite overwhelmed so he had the most important job of putting the stake in the ground with the plaque in front of the tree. The plaque was very nicely done - couldn't have been better.
Angela from Greenwood funeral directors was lovely and we put together a lovely small service while scattering the ashes. Mrs Cross asked us for a coffeeand we were greeted with a wonderful spread of goodies, and yes James her cakes are great.
Seriously I am so glad we decided to go down this 'green' route. It is a lovely spot and even on a cloudy day it was very peaceful. It helped me a lot and I shall be going back again to visit and spend some quiet time.
I want to thank you both for all your help and advice, wherever Ron is on his journey I feel we started him off in the right place. Warmest wishes...
Angela from Greenwood funeral directors was lovely and we put together a lovely small service while scattering the ashes. Mrs Cross asked us for a coffeeand we were greeted with a wonderful spread of goodies, and yes James her cakes are great.
Seriously I am so glad we decided to go down this 'green' route. It is a lovely spot and even on a cloudy day it was very peaceful. It helped me a lot and I shall be going back again to visit and spend some quiet time.
I want to thank you both for all your help and advice, wherever Ron is on his journey I feel we started him off in the right place. Warmest wishes...
22 August 2013
Very pleased
The family were very pleased with the location and ceremony and felt it was exactly what J would have wanted.
17 May 2013
Lovely location
Very new so no orchard, trees or wildflowers yet. We wanted a natural burial and this was the most convenient - we haven't visited others so not sure what to expect. We would recommend it to others.
Asked the owner of Midford to consider signposting from road. Also ground on a slope and rough ground. While I expected this I think it may not be an option for the elderly/disabled, therefore limiting.
Asked the owner of Midford to consider signposting from road. Also ground on a slope and rough ground. While I expected this I think it may not be an option for the elderly/disabled, therefore limiting.
12 November 2012
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It was my father's wish to have a natural burial and the funeral director recommended the Bath one as we only knew of ones further afield. We would definitely recommend it to others - it was perfect.
It's a perfect setting and very nice, pleasant owner who met us on the day & remained discreetly on hand. Very happy with everything thanks.
It's a perfect setting and very nice, pleasant owner who met us on the day & remained discreetly on hand. Very happy with everything thanks.
15 May 2013
Beautiful and unspoilt |
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It was the wishes of the deceased to be buried in 'woodland'. Regrettably the grave had to be adjusted as it was not wide enough for the coffin. We would recommend the burial ground to others - Social Services.
09 May 2013
A peaceful resting place set in lovely scenery |
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We were attracted by the simplistic approach, back to nature. Nothing could have been better. It was all done with the utmost care and consideration. We would recommend it to others. Thank you.
30 August 2013
Beautiful |
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A very moving experience.
Nothing could have been better. I would recommend it.
Nothing could have been better. I would recommend it.
05 September 2013
Very nice but a little noisy |
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It was the deceased's request. Could anything have been better? A shelter to gather under - we were in luck with the weather. Would we recommend it to others? Yes. Overall it was what we expected.
19 May 2013
