Plant a tree in memory

Memorial trees are a lasting way to celebrate the life of a loved one, or to celebrate a special occasion, and give back to nature.

The view from a bench overlooking water and hills, surrounded by grassland and small trees.

How to have a tree planted in memory of someone

1. Choose a siteDove Stone, Haweswater and Lake Vyrnwy.
2. Make a donationusing the contact information provided for each of our celebration woods.
3. Pick a treePick from a selection of nature-friendly native trees.

You can plant a tree in memory with a plaque, and will be offered two unique markers inscribed with a short message of your choosing. One stays with the tree, the other is yours to keep.

If you're unable to attend the planting, we'll send a photograph of your tree along with your second tree marker.

Memorial trees at Celebration Woods

RSPB Celebration Woods are special places. They're dedicated memorial tree planting spaces in nature where you can commemorate a loved one by creating a living, lasting tribute to them by planting a tree. You can inter ashes under your tree or choose a species of tree that will support your loved one's favourite wildlife for years to come.

There are now three Celebration Woods on our RSPB reserves – one in the Peak District, another in the Lake District and a third in Wales. All three are peaceful settings to have a tree planted in memory of someone, or to mark a celebration, that will only become more beautiful with time. 

Dove Stone - Peak District National Park

Dove Stone's Celebration Wood is set within the atmospheric moorland and iconic landscape of the Peak District National Park. Just on the edge of a reservoir, it offers sweeping views across the water and the valley beyond. As attractive to wildlife as it is to people, this is the perfect spot to sit and remember a loved one.

Haweswater - Lake District National Park

Haweswater's Celebration Wood rubs shoulders with mossy ancient woodland of Naddle Forest. This wild corner of the eastern Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site is a beautiful, peaceful place for quiet reflection and connection with nature.

Efyrnwy am Byth – Vyrnwy Forever 

The Lake Vyrnwy Celebration Wood is located near the scenic route to Rhiwargor Waterfall in the heart of the Berwyn Mountains. As well as being a haven for wildlife, this peaceful reservoir holds special connections for many. 

In addition to celebrating a life or occasion, planting trees here contributes to restoring habitats, saving species and helping the future of the climate at Lake Vyrnwy. It offers an opportunity for you to become part of a lasting environmental legacy and develop a special connection with this picturesque landscape.