Poole & Wimborne Woodland Burial Ground & Funeral Directors

Poole & Wimborne Woodland Burial Ground & Funeral Directors Poole & Wimborne Woodland Burial Ground is set in over 20 acres of beautiful grounds serving large areas of Dorset.

We also offer bereavement services to all who require it.

🦋 Final weekend of the Big Butterfly Count - let’s make a difference! 🦋There’s still time to take part before it ends on...
07/08/2026

🦋 Final weekend of the Big Butterfly Count - let’s make a difference! 🦋

There’s still time to take part before it ends on 10th August! Spend just 15 minutes counting butterflies during your visit and help support this vital national survey.

📍 Pick up a chart from the office

✏️ Pens available to borrow

Every count matters, let’s finish strong for our butterflies! 🦋✨

Use the link to print your own chart or download the app: https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground Species Spotlight: Ragged Robin 🌸Our final species spotlight celebrates one of the bea...
05/08/2026

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground

Species Spotlight: Ragged Robin 🌸

Our final species spotlight celebrates one of the beautiful wildflowers helping to colour the burial ground's meadows each year. The floral diversity of the site is just as important as the wildlife it supports.

Ragged Robin (Lychnis flos-cuculi) is known for its distinctive pink flowers with deeply divided petals. Once common in damp meadows, it has become much scarcer due to habitat loss, making its presence here especially valuable.

This species was featured in Hamish Murray's article "Biodiversity at the Burial Ground", published in Dorset Wildlife Trust's Summer 2026 magazine.

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground Species Spotlight: Scarce Chaser 💙Water habitats play an important role in supporting ...
03/08/2026

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground

Species Spotlight: Scarce Chaser 💙

Water habitats play an important role in supporting biodiversity, and the burial ground's ponds attract an impressive range of species. Today's Biodiversity at the Burial Ground spotlight is one of the site's most regularly seen dragonflies.

Despite its name, the Scarce Chaser (Libellula fulva) is one of the most frequently observed dragonflies on site. Males display striking blue colouring, while females are recognisable by their warm ochre tones and dark dorsal stripe.

This species was featured in Hamish Murray's article "Biodiversity at the Burial Ground", published in Dorset Wildlife Trust's Summer 2026 magazine.

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground Species Spotlight: Roe Deer 🦌Biodiversity isn't just about the smaller species. The bu...
01/08/2026

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground

Species Spotlight: Roe Deer 🦌

Biodiversity isn't just about the smaller species. The burial ground's mix of woodland, meadow and quieter spaces also supports larger mammals. Today's Biodiversity at the Burial Ground spotlight is one of Britain's best-loved native deer.

The Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus) can occasionally be seen in the quieter corners of the site. Males develop antlers, which they use to compete for mates during the summer rutting season.

🦋 Big Butterfly Count is underway! 🦋We’re halfway through the Big Butterfly Count (18th July - 10th August)-there’s stil...
30/07/2026

🦋 Big Butterfly Count is underway! 🦋

We’re halfway through the Big Butterfly Count (18th July - 10th August)-there’s still time to get involved!

Spend just 15 minutes during your visit counting butterflies and help us support this important national survey.

📍 Charts available in the office

✏️ Pens available to borrow

Every sighting helps protect our butterflies - thank you or taking part! 🦋✨

Use the link to print your own chart or download the app: https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground Species Spotlight: Pantaloon Bee 🐝(Picture 2)Pollinators are essential to healthy ecos...
29/07/2026

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground

Species Spotlight: Pantaloon Bee 🐝(Picture 2)

Pollinators are essential to healthy ecosystems, and recent wildlife surveys revealed some wonderful examples thriving across the burial ground. Our next Biodiversity at the Burial Ground species spotlight celebrates one of Dorset's most distinctive bees.

The Pantaloon Bee (Dasypoda hirtipes) is named after the long golden pollen brushes on the female's hind legs. Usually associated with heathland habitats and considered scarce, its regular appearance on site was a welcome discovery.

This species was featured in Hamish Murray's article "Biodiversity at the Burial Ground", published in Dorset Wildlife Trust's Summer 2026 magazine.

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground Species Spotlight: Ladybird Fly 🪰 (Picture 1) Not everything is quite what it seems in...
25/07/2026

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground

Species Spotlight: Ladybird Fly 🪰 (Picture 1)

Not everything is quite what it seems in nature. Today's Biodiversity at the Burial Ground spotlight features an insect that is often mistaken for something entirely different.

The Ladybird Fly (Gymnosoma rotundatum) gets its name from its orange body and black spots, which closely resemble a ladybird. Considered a scarce insect in Dorset, several were recorded within the burial ground's meadows.

This species was featured in Hamish Murray's article "Biodiversity at the Burial Ground", published in Dorset Wildlife Trust's Summer 2026 magazine.

🔥 Help Us Prevent Wildfires 🔥During this warm, dry weather, the risk of wildfire in our grounds increases-especially as ...
24/07/2026

🔥 Help Us Prevent Wildfires 🔥

During this warm, dry weather, the risk of wildfire in our grounds increases-especially as our grasslands are left to grow naturally to support local wildlife 🌿

We’re asking all visitors to please take extra care:

🚮 Dispose of all rubbish responsibly

🚬 Fully extinguish ci******es

🍾 Recycle all glass bottles and containers

Even small actions can make a big difference in protecting our grounds and the wildlife that call it home.

If you see a fire, please dial 999 immediately and report it to a member of staff.

Thank you for helping us keep our space safe for everyone 💚

💙 Supporting families, every step of the way 💙At our burial grounds, our colleagues are here to listen and support with ...
24/07/2026

💙 Supporting families, every step of the way 💙

At our burial grounds, our colleagues are here to listen and support with care and understanding. Every family is different, and it’s the small, thoughtful touches that help create something truly personal.

Whether it’s taking the time to understand your wishes, helping shape a meaningful service, or simply being there when you need guidance, our focus is always on making you feel supported and at ease. 🌿

💬 If you’ve ever visited, what helped you feel most at ease?

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground Species Spotlight: Treecreeper 🐦Ancient trees and mature woodland provide vital habita...
21/07/2026

Biodiversity at the Burial Ground

Species Spotlight: Treecreeper 🐦

Ancient trees and mature woodland provide vital habitat for many species. In our latest Biodiversity at the Burial Ground spotlight, we're focusing on a small bird perfectly adapted to life among the trees.

The Treecreeper (Certhia familiaris) uses its curved bill to search tree bark for insects and its specially adapted claws and tail feathers to climb trunks with ease. It is a regular sight and sound within Badgers Wood.

This species was featured in Hamish Murray's article "Biodiversity at the Burial Ground", published in Dorset Wildlife Trust's Summer 2026 magazine.

Address

Greenhill Road
Wimborne
BH212RG

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+441202888887

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