Greenacres Chiltern Natural Burial Grounds - Funeral Videography
GREENACRES CHILTERN CEMETERY FUNERAL VIDEOGRAPHER
Over the last 6 months, we’ve filmed more than 180 funerals and travelled over 30,000 miles across the UK. It’s been an intense but rewarding time, live streaming services to thousands of friends and family members around the world who couldn’t be present in person due to travel restrictions during the pandemic. Among these was one particularly moving funeral I had the privilege to document at GreenAcres Chiltern Cemetery & Woodland Burial Site.
This was the funeral of Steve Mead, a much-loved husband, friend and retired police officer. I had the privilege of meeting Steve last year, and his passing left a deep impression on many people. His service was incredibly special and personal — a true celebration of life, surrounded by nature, and full of meaningful moments.
A Natural Burial in Autumn
GreenAcres Chiltern is one of the most beautiful natural burial grounds in the UK, set within 72 acres of ancient woodland. Steve’s funeral took place in early autumn, when the forest was awash with golden leaves and warm colours. We used drone footage to capture this breathtaking setting — showing the Woodland Hall, winding paths, and the peaceful forest that surrounded the service.
Steve’s coffin arrived in a motorbike sidecar, a meaningful and personal touch that reflected his character and passion. As the motorbike approached the Woodland Hall, fellow bikers and friends lined the road, standing quietly and respectfully, creating a powerful honour guard through the trees. It was an emotional and memorable moment that set the tone for a heartfelt farewell.
Filming the Day with Sensitivity and Detail
There were two of us filming this day — one covering the family home, while the other set up at the venue to ensure we captured the main service and the burial seamlessly. This allowed us to document the full journey and ensure nothing was missed for the family.
The service in the Woodland Hall was beautifully led, with tributes, music and quiet reflection. Then came the woodland burial itself, where Steve was laid to rest in a natural grave, surrounded by trees and birdsong. The sense of peace and connection to nature was incredibly moving. His natural coffin and environmentally conscious burial were deeply aligned with the values he and his family held.
A Lasting Tribute
It was an honour to be part of Steve’s farewell and to provide a lasting record for the family. These films and photographs are more than just documentation — they’re a way of preserving the atmosphere, people, and moments of the day forever.
If you’re looking for funeral videography, funeral photography, or live streaming, whether at GreenAcres Chiltern, another woodland burial site, or a more traditional venue, please feel free to get in touch. We offer professional, sensitive, and discreet services across the UK, ensuring every family is supported and every moment is remembered.