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Clayton Wood Natural Burial Ground

Brighton Road, Hassocks, BN6 9PD

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Our offices will be closed over Christmas and New Years day, however you are warmly welcomed to visit the grounds between 10am & 4pm to spend time with your loved ones

A place to remember, reflect and reconnect

Our burial ground offers a peaceful and natural setting where loved ones can be remembered among trees, wildflowers and open green spaces. Whether you're planning ahead or arranging a burial for someone close to you, our caring team is here to guide you through the options available and help you make the choice that's right for you and your family. Get in touch to learn more about natural burial, memorial choices and visiting our grounds.

Description

Clayton Wood is set in 15 acres of countryside within the South Downs National Park. Our beautiful site has various dedicated areas for full natural burial and cremated remains, as well as memorial scattering lawns, surrounded by native trees for future generations to enjoy. As part of our commitment to sustainable management, we are working with the Wildlife Trust to develop a long-term conservation plan. To find out more, contact us to arrange a visit where our team will show you around the grounds, answering any questions you may have.

Customer Feedback

Average rating: 4.3 stars
Total reviews: 33
  • My nan was buried here back in march and when I go to visit her it can be kinda difficult with the footpaths as I don’t want to be disrespectful to anyone else resting place and before the placard is placed it is difficult to find your loved

    Saskia Willis (26/10/2026, on Google)
    Reply by owner:
    Saskia, thank you for your feedback. We understand the importance of making visits to loved ones as comfortable as possible. Your comments about the footpaths and placards are valuable, and we will take them into consideration to improve accessibility for all visitors. Should you have any further needs or questions during your visits, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
  • Everything just as I wanted for scattering ashes in a peaceful place with a glorious view of the South Downs. There was no fuss but quiet, professional, help available if required. I made a good choice.

    Janet Abrahams (26/10/2026, on Google)
    Reply by owner:
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Janet! We're delighted to hear that you found peace and beauty in our grounds while scattering ashes. Our team is always here to provide support when needed, and we're glad you felt well taken care of. Your choice means a lot to us!
  • Again the team at Clayton Wood were exceptional. Every eventuality was catered for, they were lovely and professional and very kind, and helped and supported us through everything. We have buried two family members there and I would highly highly recommend Clayton Wood. Such a beautiful and peaceful place too, under the Downs. Thank you so much.

    Justine Chase Grey (10/09/2026, on Google)
    Reply by owner:
    Justine, thank you for your heartfelt review! We're honored to have been part of such significant moments in your family's life. Your recommendation and kind words about our team and the peaceful environment at Clayton Wood mean a lot to us. We’re here to support and provide comfort whenever needed.
  • Staff at Clayton Wood were kind, caring and courteous especially at a difficult time.

    Sandra Smith (17/08/2026, on Google)
    Reply by owner:
    Thank you, Sandra! We're so glad to hear that our team provided kindness and support during such a challenging time. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we strive to create a caring environment for all our visitors.
  • Every step of our mother's funeral and burial was beautifully and compassionately considered at Clayton. The staff we dealt with were so kind and accommodating. The site is utterly wonderful in a lovely setting, and it will be a pleasure to visit at any time of the year.

    Vanessa Sutcliffe (10/06/2026, on Google)
    Reply by owner:
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Vanessa. We're glad to hear that you found comfort and compassion during such a difficult time. At Clayton Wood Natural Burial Ground, we strive to create a peaceful environment for families to honor their loved ones. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’re here to support you whenever you need. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or would like to visit us again.

A place to remember, reflect and reconnect

Our burial ground offers a peaceful and natural setting where loved ones can be remembered among trees, wildflowers and open green spaces. Whether you're planning ahead or arranging a burial for someone close to you, our caring team is here to guide you through the options available and help you make the choice that's right for you and your family. Get in touch to learn more about natural burial, memorial choices and visiting our grounds.

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Services

  • Bereavement Support
  • Burial service
  • Creamtion Service
  • Memorialisation
  • Remembrance services

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    Clayton Wood Natural Burial Ground
    Brighton Road, Clayton
    West Sussex
    BN6 9PD

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    What our clients say...

    • My daughter and I were so impressed with the caring and efficient way the staff at Clayton Wood helped us to meet my late wife's wish for a natural burial. We wanted it to be a dignified but happy occasion - the celebration of a life - and by working with us in a most sympathetic and helpful manner they…

      Celebration of a life

    • After the death of my 16 year old son arranging the funeral became my obsession. It had to be befitting for my ‘magnificent son’. Once the arrangements were made deciding where to inter his ashes became the next obsession. It had to be just right. Somewhere peaceful. Somewhere he would have liked. Somewhere where I would want to return. Several options were…

      A peaceful & beautiful resting place

    • My wife and I often discussed the merits of cremation or burial and eventually decided on burial-but the idea of churchyards with their rows of tombstones did not appeal, and most of the ones we had seen were derelict and overgrown. We both decided we would like a woodland burial, where from the afterlife, we could commune with nature. Over…

      Be at peace

    • Clayton Wood burial ground is such a peaceful and stunning place, it is a comfort to be surrounded by the natural beauty of the area each time we visit. The moment our family came to view Clayton Wood in our time of need, there was no question that this had to be the special place where our son was to…

      Surrounded by natural beauty

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