A selection of our coffins is provided below, grouped into categories. If you don’t see the type of coffin you would like, let us know and we will source it for you.
Rounded coffins are suitable for cremation or natural burial, however for cemetery burials a more traditional shape is preferred.
We source coffins made from FSC approved, sustainable sources with water-based glues and lacquers, avoiding plastic and toxic materials where possible (see Environmental Credentials below).
Our range of coffins
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Traditional Style
The London
A contemporary style veneered oak coffin with wooden handles and a matt finish for cremation or burial, smart yet affordable coffin made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£395
The Thames
Veneered oak coffin with a raised lid. Made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£595
The Camden
Veneered mahogany coffin with solid mahogany double mouldings and raised lid. Made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£645
Natural Style – CURVED
Simple Willow
A gentle curved shaped, environmentally friendly willow coffin – sometimes referred to as a wicker coffin.
FFMA certified for burial and cremation. Tested to lift to 30 stone (190kg) in weight.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
Please note there may be an additional interment fee at some cemeteries for oval coffins, whereas traditional shaped coffins do not incur this.
£650
Somerset Willow (Oval)
Beautifully crafted curved willow coffin, customised with colour trim (navy shown in image) fastened with wooden toggles, lined with cotton. Hand woven in the UK
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
Please note there may be an additional interment fee at some cemeteries for oval coffins, whereas traditional shaped coffins do not incur this.
£850
Sussex Natural Willow
Hand woven in West Sussex with natural unprocessed willow grown by the maker. The bark is left on the willow for a natural earthy aesthetic. Hazel clasps and a natural calico linings finish off this simple biodegradable rustic coffin. Colours of the bark may vary slightly.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
Please note there may be an additional interment fee at some cemeteries for oval coffins, whereas traditional shaped coffins do not incur this.
£895
Banana Leaf (Oval)
Attractive yarns of golden leaves from the banana plant are gently twisted and woven to form this soft and comforting, sustainable & eco-friendly coffin. Finished with natural rope handles. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES*
Please note there may be an additional interment fee at some cemeteries for oval coffins, whereas traditional shaped coffins do not incur this.
£750
Seagrass Coffin
Seagrass is a freshwater plant. It is sun dried, twisted and hand woven to form a rustic and natural coffin, with subtle green and blue tones, finished with cane and natural rope handles. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
Please note there may be an additional interment fee at some cemeteries for oval coffins, whereas traditional shaped coffins do not incur this.
£750
Woollen Coffin
An environmentally friendly, contemporary style woollen coffin made in Yorkshire using pure new wool, supported on a strong recycled cardboard frame and completed with a personalised hand embroidered woollen name plate. FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£850
Natural Style – TRADITIONAL SHAPE
Natural Willow (Traditional)
A handcrafted honey coloured willow coffin.
FFMA certified for burial and cremation. Tested to lift to 30 stone (190kg) in weight.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£750
White Willow
Handcrafted from sustainable willow using traditional methods. Please note the coffin is not white, but a light willow.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£750
Somerset Willow (Traditional)
Beautifully crafted traditional shape willow coffin, customised with colour trim (navy shown in image) fastened with wooden toggles, lined with cotton. Hand woven in the UK
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£850
Banana Leaf (Traditional)
Attractive yarns of golden leaves from the banana plant are gently twisted and woven to form this soft and comforting, sustainable & eco-friendly coffin. Finished with natural rope handles. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£750
Eco Jute
This eco-friendly coffin, constructed using a sustainable Paulownia timber frame, is draped with high-quality jute fabric that is both biodegradable and robust. The natural texture and earthy tone of the jute provide a serene and organic aesthetic. Featuring Bamboo handles, every component is mindfully chosen to align with the delicate balance of our planet.
Currently only available in size 6’2″.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£395
SHROUDS
Cradle coffin
A safe, strong cradle with a thick, multilayered cocoon of pure organic Shetland wool felt, sourced from Devon and Somerset. Plastic and metal free, 100% natural and fully biodegradable. Options: without cover, with plain cover or with simple decoration. Plastic and metal free, 100% natural, fully biodegradable and FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: NO
Suitable for burial: YES
~£1,125 (depending on options)
Leafcocoon
A fully biodegradable alternative to a conventional coffin, designed for an environmentally friendly traditional, meadow or woodland burial. Options: without cover, with plain cover or with simple decoration. Hand-made in Devon. Plastic and metal free, 100% natural, fully biodegradable and FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: NO
Suitable for burial: YES
~£1,125 (depending on options)
Shroud
Organic natural cream Shetland wool shroud. Fully biodegradable and environmentally friendly materials. Plastic and metal free, 100% natural, fully biodegradable and FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: NO
Suitable for burial: YES
£460
Solid Wood – FOR BURIAL ONLY
Reclaimed Wood
A quality, handcrafted, unique coffin made from recycled wood by a skilled carpenter in West Wales. Finished with strong manilla rope handles and a handmade nameplate. Full CCSA accreditation.
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£745
Sherwood Solid Pine
Solid pine coffin with pine mouldings. Made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES*
Suitable for burial: YES
*Solid wood coffins are typically more used for burial than cremation
£745
Derby Oak
A solid oak coffin with a high gloss finish. Made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES*
Suitable for burial: YES
*Solid wood coffins are typically more used for burial than cremation
£895
Chesterfield Oak
A solid oak coffin with a high gloss finish, featuring routed panel sides and ends, with a double raised lid. Made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES*
Suitable for burial: YES
*Solid wood coffins are typically more used for burial than cremation
£995
Ascot Mahogany
A solid mahogany coffin with a high gloss finish, featuring routed panel sides and ends, with a double raised lid. Made by a longstanding family-run company in Derbyshire to British Standards. FFMA certified.
Suitable for cremation: YES*
Suitable for burial: YES
*Solid wood coffins are typically more used for burial than cremation
£995
Cardboard & Picture Coffins
Brown Cardboard Coffin
A coffin manufactured from corrugated cardboard, which is strong and sturdy while remaining lightweight and easy to manage (Brown shown above). Plastic Free and FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£395
White Cardboard Coffin
A coffin manufactured from corrugated cardboard, which is strong and sturdy while remaining lightweight and easy to manage (Brown shown above). Plastic Free and FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
£395
Personalised Picture Coffin
This lightweight eco-friendly cardboard coffin can be customised with your own photos or graphic design ideas. Plastic Free and FFMA certified
Suitable for cremation: YES
Suitable for burial: YES
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Environmental credentials
Where possible and financially viable, we source UK made coffins from independent family-run suppliers. Many of our suppliers hold the following external accreditations and initiatives
The Forest Stewardship Council [FSC] is dedicated to promoting responsible management of the world’s forests. FSC UK is a registered charity supported by NGOs including WWF, Greenpeace and the Woodland Trust.
FFMA trademark for the ‘Coffin Certification Standard’, where coffins and caskets are tested to ensure best standards and impartiality are applied.
When a coffin is sold with the Tree Tribute merit, [TT], a sapling tree will be planted to help restore, preserve and sustain wildlife.
Representatives from Traidcraft have conducted an assessment of our supplier’s business on location in Bangladesh and endorse all of the coffins and urns produced by Oasis as Fair Trade.
