Plant a tree in memory

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 two Celebration Woods on our RSPB reserves - one in the Peak District and another in the Lake District. Both 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. 

Choose between our two Celebration Woods - Dove Stone - Peak District National Park and Haweswater - Lake District National Park.

Donate using the contact information provided for each of our celebration woods.

Pick from a selection of nature-friendly native trees.

You can plant a tree in memory with a plaque, and will be offered two locally-crafted leaf or bird-shaped ceramic 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.

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'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.