Wildflower Meadow
A natural burial site has been available on land at Penmount Crematorium since May 2013.
The natural graves are in the existing Wild Meadow beyond the overflow car park. They look out over the Idless valley with views across to Carn Brea and the North coast.
All burials are single depth only. Although there are no head stones every grave is recorded and respected.
There is a dedicated area for scattering of cremated remains but cremation plots are not available.
The area will be disturbed as little as possible at the time of each interment. We actively encourage wild flowers and wildlife to become established in the area.
No pesticides are used. Grass cutting is only done as part of a planned conservation programme. We cut pathways so that mourners and the local community can use and appreciate the area.
Burials can take place either:
- direct to grave
- following a service in Trelawny chapel
- following a service elsewhere
Burial fees
The price of a natural grave includes:
- digging the grave
- a contribution towards planting and landscaping
Prices effective from 1 April 2025
*Residents outside Cornwall will pay double fees for all burial services. The only exceptions are those who have been a full time resident at some stage or who would qualify for the resident fee.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Burial in a single depth grave * | £2316.00 |
| Out of hours, weekend or bank holiday burials additional (staff availability permitting) |
£577.00 |
| Reservation of grave for 10 years | £231.00 |
| Use of chapel for service prior to burial | £381.00 |
| Childs grave or scattering of cremated remains (up to and including 16 years) | No charge |
| Scattering of cremated remains from Penmount (unwitnessed) | No charge |
| Scattering of cremated remains from elsewhere (unwitnessed) | £163.00 |
| Memorial plaque on seat for a 10 year period (seats individually donated and other plaques will be on the same seat) | £141.00 |
| Donation to Wildflower natural management programme | As desired |
Enquiries or bookings
For enquiries about the site or bookings for burials please contact the crematorium office on 01872 272871 or a funeral director.