About Humber Woodland of Remembrance

Humber Woodland of Remembrance offers green burials in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside, surrounded by wildflowers, trees and wonderful views.

This beautiful site is run by Diane and Robert Thomas, together with their children Richard and Lizzie.

The family came to Risbury Court in 1985 on the retirement of Diane’s father, Albert Bemand, whose family have farmed at Risbury Court for over one hundred years. Farming has changed a great deal in that time, of course, but today we still farm the same mix of hops, cereals, cider fruit, Hereford cattle and sheep, just as Diane's great-grandfather, Richard Bemand, did in 1893.

We like to take a long-term view of our farming activities and this is possible because of the commitment of Richard and Lizzie to the future of the farm. All the family enjoy traditional farming activities, and Richard has recently begun to lay hedges on the farm. The iron-age hill-fort, Risbury Camp, has benefited from the pruning of the old cider orchard, which grows within its ramparts. This wonderful place is especially beautiful, when Robert’s pedigree Hereford cattle are grazing beneath the apple blossom in May.

Similarly, we see Humber Woodland of Remembrance as a long-term commitment. It is in a lovely position and many trees have been planted as landscaping. More trees and wildflowers will be planted as burials take place.

Despite having been set up as recently as 2003, the new woodland is already a beautiful place with a peaceful atmosphere. We will do everything we can to assist you in your wishes regarding burial, style of funeral, memorials, tree or wild flower planting, or anything else you might wish.