While the sense of grief for lost loved ones may fade over time, our memories of those who have passed can endure forever. If subsequent generations of friends and family are to pay their respects to those who are no longer with us, a woodland memorial in perpetuity could be a fitting, natural lasting monument for the future.
What are the benefits of dedicating a lasting memorial tree?
When purchasing a grave in the United Kingdom, rather than paying for a patch of land, you are in fact paying for the exclusive right of burial, which essentially entitles you to lease a specific grave site for a fixed period. Nationally, this lease period can range from 25 to 100 years – in York itself, this period is usually between 50 and 99 years, (or 50 years for residents wishing to inter cremated remains). It’s important to remember that, unfortunately, if you or your loved ones fail to renew the exclusive right of burial before its lease period comes to an end, this could result in the grave site being allocated to someone else.
By dedicating a memorial tree, you can better ensure that your lost one’s ashes are safely interred for many years to come, as depending on which type of tree you select, the lifespan of your dedication could range from decades to even hundreds of years. If your chosen tree is damaged or lost within two years of initial dedication, it will be replaced with a new, healthy tree at no extra cost (after this period, a minimal replacement fee may be charged).
Looking ahead to the future, The Memory Tree Co has also pledged to ensure its woodland’s long-term protection, maintenance and preservation, by transferring ownership of the site to a conservation organisation or charitable trust in the years ahead. This means that, all being well, your tree should be standing strong for many decades to come.
As well as this extra security and potential longevity, another key benefit of a Memory Tree dedication is the tranquil and serene woodland setting, which is located just a stone’s throw from York (in between Wiggington and Shipton-By-Beningbrough). Rather than interring your loved one’s ashes in a traditional grave, you’ll be able to watch your selected tree grow and flourish as a living, eco-friendly monument, in a picturesque and biodiverse haven of serenity. The Memory Tree site has been created with accessibility in mind, which means those with mobility issues should feel comfortable navigating this beautiful green space, wherever and whenever they feel like paying their dedicated tree a visit!
To learn more about the benefits of dedicating a Memory Tree, visit www.thememorytreeco.co.uk/advice-on-laying-cremated-ashes-to-rest-and-the-benefits-of-a-memorial-woodland today. Visit www.thememorytreeco.co.uk to find out more or get in touch with the team.
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