Wicker Basket Coffin UK – Handcrafted Eco Coffins for Sale
There is something quietly comforting about a wicker basket coffin. Woven by hand from natural fibres, it carries the warmth of an old craft rather than the formality of a showroom, which is why so many families describe it as the choice that simply felt right. A wicker basket coffin is exactly what the name suggests: a coffin built using traditional basket-weaving techniques, from materials that return gently to the earth.
Ours are handcrafted from natural rattan around a mango-wood frame, fully biodegradable, and suitable for both burial and cremation. You can buy directly from us online, with prices from £325 and free delivery to your funeral director anywhere in the UK. As an FSA member, we are accepted by funeral directors nationwide. Below, we explain how they are made, what they cost, and how to choose the right one.
Wicker Basket Coffins for Sale in the UK
We make our wicker basket coffins available to everyone: families arranging a funeral, people planning ahead, and funeral directors ordering for clients. There is no trade-only restriction and no need to go through a third party.
Two finishes are available in our natural wicker coffin collection: the Natural Wicker Eco Coffin in a very light natural shade, from £325, and the White Wicker Eco Coffin in a soft white tone, from £345. Both come in Medium and Large sizes and share the same handwoven construction.
If you are unsure which would suit best, call our team on 01277 815055. We are happy to help, with no obligation whatsoever.
Buy a Wicker Basket Coffin Online with UK Delivery
Ordering online takes a few minutes, and we look after everything from there. Delivery to your funeral director is free, and we do it every week. If you need it sooner, or sent to a private address, express delivery within 1–3 working days is £75, and you can also collect free of charge from our Brentwood warehouse in Essex.
Every coffin travels in respectful, protective packaging and arrives ready for the service. If timings are tight, call us and we will do everything we can to help.
How Our Wicker Basket Coffins Are Made
Each coffin begins in the hands of skilled artisans who practise weaving techniques passed down through generations. Natural fibres are twisted into rope and woven, strand over strand, around a core rattan structure, the same patient craft you would find in fine basketry. No two coffins are ever quite identical, and that individuality is part of their charm.
We build with just five natural materials: core rattan, woven natural fibres, organic cotton for the lining, mango wood and rope handles, bonded with eco-friendly glue. The mango wood deserves a mention: it comes from trees that no longer bear fruit, giving valuable timber a second purpose instead of letting it go to waste.
Beneath the weave sits a solid mango-wood frame with a flat base, which rests securely on church trestles, crematorium platforms and hearse runners. Every coffin is weight-tested to 190kg (30 stone), a strength that surprises many people the first time they lift one.
Natural, Eco-Friendly and Biodegradable
A natural wicker basket coffin contains no plastic, no metal and no chemical lacquer, nothing that doesn't belong in the ground. After burial, the woven fibres and wooden frame decompose naturally, returning their nutrients to the soil rather than lingering for decades the way traditional coffin materials can.
This makes wicker one of the most environmentally responsible choices available, and a natural fit for woodland and green burial sites, which usually require a fully biodegradable coffin.
Suitable for Burial and Cremation
Whichever kind of farewell you are planning, a wicker basket coffin will serve it with dignity. Our coffins are designed and tested for burial, in cemeteries, churchyards and natural burial grounds, and for cremation at crematoria throughout the UK.
As an FSA member, we are accepted by funeral directors nationwide, so you can order with confidence. If your funeral director happens not to have worked with us before, we will gladly contact them ourselves and take care of the details.
Wicker Basket Coffin Price Guide
Our wicker basket coffins start from £325 for the natural finish and £345 for the white, both currently reduced from their regular prices. If you are drawn to a finer, smoother weave, our Natural Woven Eco Coffin starts from £410. You can spread the cost with Klarna at checkout.
When comparing prices elsewhere, it helps to look at what sits behind the number:
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Craftsmanship — a genuinely handwoven coffin represents many hours of skilled work.
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Size — larger sizes use more material; our pricing stays straightforward across both.
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What's included — the organic cotton lining and rope handles are part of the price, with no surprises later.
Why Families in the UK Choose Wicker Basket Coffins
Ask a family why they chose wicker and you rarely hear about specifications. They talk about how natural it looked in a woodland clearing, how the weave caught the light in the crematorium, how it felt like a gentler way to say goodbye. The craftsmanship matters too: there is real meaning in a coffin made slowly by hand.
And for many, the environmental reasoning seals it, a farewell that gives back to the earth instead of taking from it. You can read families' own words on our reviews page.
How to Choose the Right Wicker Basket Coffin
By colour. Choose between the warm, very light natural shade and the soft white finish. The natural tone suits woodland and rustic settings beautifully, while white brings a calm brightness that works well with colourful flowers.
By weave. Our wicker basket coffins have the classic open, handwoven look. If you prefer a finer, denser, more tailored weave, the Natural Woven Eco Coffin is a lovely step up.
By material. Rattan and willow look similar once woven, but rattan has a solid core that adds strength. You can read our full comparison on the willow coffins page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a wicker basket coffin?
It is a coffin made using traditional basket-weaving techniques, with natural fibres woven around a frame. Ours use rattan and natural fibre rope over a solid mango-wood frame, with an organic cotton lining and rope handles.
Are wicker basket coffins biodegradable?
Yes, completely. They contain no metal, plastic or chemical finishes, so they break down naturally after burial, which also makes them suitable for woodland and green burial grounds.
Can I buy a wicker basket coffin online?
Yes. Order directly from our website and we will deliver to your funeral director or a private address. Funeral directors nationwide accept our coffins.
Are wicker basket coffins suitable for cremation?
Yes. They are designed for both burial and cremation, with a solid flat base that sits securely on crematorium runners, and are accepted at crematoria across the UK.
What is the price of a wicker basket coffin in the UK?
Our wicker basket coffins start from £325 (natural) and £345 (white), each weight-tested to 190kg (30 stone) and including the lining and handles. Handmade wicker and willow coffins elsewhere can cost considerably more depending on the maker and weave.
